TSSA approved Elevating devices training in Ontario
Train with the people who built Ontario’s elevator safety standards.
Safety Seminar (EDM-T), EDM-B, EDM-D and EDM-F courses, exam preparation, continuing education and specialist courses — taught by licensed mechanics, inspectors and safety professionals with decades in the trade.
- 50+ years founder’s experience
- TSSA approved programs
- In person in Markham, or online
Courses and upcoming dates
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EDM-TMost popular
Safety Seminar for Elevating Devices Mechanics
24-hour TSSA-approved Safety Seminar for anyone working toward EDM or EDM-T certification.
Payment plans available
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EDM-FStarts Jan 30, 2027
Elevating Devices Mechanic F Course 2027
TSSA-approved curriculum training for the EDM-F certificate, on weekends from January 30–31, 2027 — in person or remotely online.
Payment plans available
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EDM-CE
EDM Continuing Education
TSSA-approved CE for the 2027–2028 cycle: 6 hours of Acts, regulations, codes and safe work practices plus 6 hours of technical training. In person, online or on site.
Payment plans available
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Registering takes three steps
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Choose your course
Compare dates and formats on one page.
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Register online
A two-minute form — no printing, scanning or back-and-forth emails.
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Pay your way
E-transfer, credit card or company invoice — and payment plans are available for every course through our office.
Founded on a lifetime of elevator safety
Norm Benn Training Centre was founded by Norm Benn, who spent more than 50 years in the elevating devices industry — including as Chief Inspector of Ontario’s Elevating Devices Branch. His commitment to safety and good training still guides everything we teach.
- TSSA-approved programs that follow the official curriculum
- Instructors who still work in the field: mechanics, supervisors, inspectors and a CRSP safety professional
- Practical preparation for TSSA exams — including how to find answers quickly in the Acts, regulations and codes
- Classes at our Markham centre, with online options for the Safety Seminar, EDM-F and continuing education, and on-site training at your workplace
- Payment plans available for every course

Our vision and mission
Our vision
To become the leading North American Centre in Vocational and Professional Development for the Elevating Devices Industry.
Our mission
To continually deliver returns on training investments for vocational and professional development.
Your instructors
Full bios →Geetram (Geet) Ramsamooj
B.Sc., M.Sc. (Safety), CRSP, RHFAC
William B. (Bill) Ware
EDM-A, QEI–CEI
Les Csaszar
EDM-B
William (Bill) D. Major
BA, EDM-A
Questions about which course you need?
Call or email us — we’ll point you to the right course for your certificate.
