Workplace Weather Course Gain practical tools to understand and interpret weather, helping you make confident decisions in outdoor workplace environments. / Public Courses / Workplace Training Courses / Workplace Weather Course Overview Weather is one of the most significant hazards in outdoor work environments. Knowing how to find and interpret the right weather information for your specific job tasks can make all the difference, and it becomes much easier once you know what to look for. This course is designed to help you understand the science behind weather and equip you with practical tools and techniques to apply directly in the field. Whether you’re coming in with professional experience or are completely new to understanding weather, this interactive and practical course is ideal for anyone who works in environments where weather plays a critical role in safety and decision-making. Course Details Course Location We can run this course either online or in person, depending on your team’s needs. Online Delivery: This course is usually delivered in four 2-hour interactive sessions via Zoom. These sessions can be modified to fit around your work schedule. In-Person Delivery: Prefer face-to-face learning? We can deliver this course in-house over one full day, or customise the schedule to suit your workplace’s needs and availability. Outside Christchurch? No problem. We’re happy to travel, get in touch with our team via phone or email to discuss options in your area. Live out of town but want to join? This course is hosted online via Zoom so anyone can join. Delivered live you can ask your questions in real-time, and your instructor can discuss questions and content with you straight away. You can also watch the lesson at a later time as we record all the sessions for you to take away. Gear & Equipment What gear will I need? Just a notebook and a pen. We will have resources and an electronic handbook that covers all the course material. A hard copy of the handbook costs $20.00 and is available on request. When is the next workplace weather course? Our workplace weather course is available upon request. To book your course, get in touch with one of our friendly team members today. Course Outline This weather course is designed to give you the tools to confidently interpret forecasts and make informed decisions outdoors. Sessions 1-4: What You'll Learn Global Weather Where it all starts Cells and trade winds Coriolis effect Air pressure measurements El Nino / La Nina Weather Dynamics Wind Anabatic/katabatic winds Temperature Free Air Freezing Level Temperature Inversions Air Humidity Precipitation Cloud Coverage Ways of Lifting Air Convection Orographic Frontal lifting Convergent lifting Synoptic Charts and Forecasting Reading synoptic charts Using metadata charts Collating data from various models and interpreting the information Reliability vs variability Understanding weather systems High pressure (local influences) Low pressure (local Influences) Fronts Frontal systems Cold front Warm fronts Occluded fronts Stationary fronts Troughs Ridges Timeframes for weather travel Weather in New Zealand New Zealand Climate Forecasting sites Forecasting models What does it all mean? Field Observations – “Nowcast vs Forecast” Cloud identification Finding wind direction Predicting wind speed Understanding air temperature and FAFL (free air freezing level) Predicting field changes Meet Our Weather Course Instructors Sarah English Alan Haslip Frequently Asked Questions Do I need prior experience to attend this course? You don’t need any prior knowledge to enrol in this course. Can you deliver a course in our local area? Yes, we are happy to deliver the weather course anywhere in New Zealand. We are based in Christchurch, so travel and accommodation fees are usually applied to most courses delivered outside of Canterbury. What is the minimum number of people needed to run a workplace weather course? A minimum of six people is required to run a course at the advertised price. We are happy to run a course for smaller groups on request. Weather course photos Still Have Questions? Get in touch with our team — we’re happy to help you prepare for your alpine adventure. Contact Us
