ASP Construction

What is ASP Construction?

ASP Construction is Quebec's sectoral association dedicated to occupational health and safety in the construction industry. The ASP Construction safety card (carte ASP) is issued to workers who have completed mandatory safety training programs recognized by the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST). These training programs cover general construction safety awareness, hazard prevention, and sector-specific safety practices. The ASP Construction card is an essential credential for working on Quebec construction sites.

All construction workers in Quebec must complete safety training as required by CNESST regulations. The ASP Construction courses serve as the primary vehicle for this mandatory training. Whether you are a labourer, tradesperson, supervisor, or contractor entering a Quebec construction site, you need valid ASP Construction training credentials. The specific courses required may vary based on your role and the type of construction work.

Why Expiration Tracking Matters

ASP Construction training certificates have validity periods that vary by course type. General safety awareness training may need renewal every few years, while specialized courses may have different renewal requirements. Quebec's construction industry enforces strict compliance — CNESST inspectors can issue stop-work orders and significant fines for workers or employers who cannot demonstrate current safety training. For workers from other provinces entering Quebec's construction sector, ASP Construction training is a specific requirement that other provincial certifications may not substitute.

Provincial Requirements & Regulations

Quebec's construction safety requirements are governed by the Act Respecting Occupational Health and Safety and enforced by CNESST. The province has a unique regulatory framework for construction that differs from the rest of Canada. Construction workers in Quebec must hold a Competency Certificate (CCQ card) issued by the Commission de la construction du Québec, and valid ASP Construction safety training is part of the requirements. Quebec also requires French-language safety training and documentation on most sites.

Renewal Process

Renewal requirements vary by specific ASP Construction course. Workers should check with ASP Construction directly or through their employer to confirm the validity period and renewal process for each certificate they hold. Some courses require periodic refresher training, while others may require retaking the full course. ASP Construction offers courses in classroom format across Quebec.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Assuming construction safety training from other provinces is automatically accepted in Quebec — ASP Construction courses are specific to Quebec's regulatory framework
• Not accounting for French-language requirements — most ASP Construction training is delivered in French
• Confusing the ASP Construction card with the CCQ (Commission de la construction du Québec) competency card — both may be required
• Not tracking renewal dates for multiple ASP courses — workers may hold several certificates with different expiry dates

Issuing Authority

ASP Construction

www.asp-construction.org

Contact

info@asp-construction.org

Phone

514 355-6190

Frequently Asked Questions