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This one-day course is designed for workers responsible for electrical systems and needing certification in the CSA Z462-24 electrical safety standard. This standard covers safe work practices related to electrical dangers in the workplace.  The successful participant will gain a solid understanding of hazards encountered while operating or maintaining electrical installations in the low voltage (below 750V) class including a full understanding of the arc hazard categorization, appropriate PPE selection and safe work procedure.

This course is taught by certified electrical professionals with decades of field experience and solid credentials as professional adult learning instructors.  This program includes professionally designed slides, videos and extensive use of case studies.  This program examines the electrical hazards found in industry and stresses the importance of the individual employee proactively recognizing hazards and applying safe work practices with the goal of zero incidents.  

Who should attend: Engineers, Electricians, Instrumentation Mechanics, Technicians, Managers & Safety Professionals

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  • Glen Zawislak, Boeing
    “Well worth taking.”
  • Peter Mccoppin, Galpower
    The course was very informative and clarified a couple of what-if scenarios for me.
  • Tyler Hiscott, Accel Electrical Contractors
    The instructor had provided the information in a clear and very understanding way, which helped me to understand the course better.
  • Greg Brown, Phazer Electric
    “The instructor was great and the course should be taken by everyone in the electrical field. The instructor and the course gives a real feel of how bad an arc flash can be and gives the worker a real eye opener.”
  • James Wirth, Key Equipment Services
    I thought that it provided a lot of knowledge that I did not have about how to pick proper PPE, what considerations need to be had when working on electrical equipment, and what legal requirements are required by not only myself but my employer

Course topics

I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.

III. ARC FLASH MITIGATION

Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.

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I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!

  • Electrocution
  • Arc Flash
  • Arc Blast
  • Protection

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.

  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Workers
  • Federal Legislation
  • Maintaining a Defensible Position

III. ARC FLASH MITIGATION

Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.

  • Distance
  • Current
  • Time
  • PPE
  • Job Hazard Analysis
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Safe Work Practices

IV. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY-RELATED WORK PRACTICES

Objective: Ensure corporate compliance with CSA Z462.

  • Responsibilities
  • Training Requirements
  • Electrical Safety Program

V. WORK ON OUR NEAR LIVE PARTS

Objective: Conduct daily work in accordance with CSA Z462.

  • Justification for Work
  • Energized Electrical Work Permit
  • Hazard Analysis
  • Approach Boundaries To Live Parts
  • Shock Protection
  • Flash Protection
  • Personal Protection Equipment

VI. ESTABLISHING AN ELECTRICALLY SAFE WORK CONDITION

Objective: Fulfill the ESWC requirements of CSA Z462.

  • Process of Achieving an ESWC
  • Working on or New De-Energized, LOTO Equipment
  • Temporary Protective Grounding Equipment

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  • Daniel Chartier

    Years of Experience
    34

    Daniel Chartier travaille comme ingénieur électrique depuis près de 30 ans, et est spécialisé en automatisation et contrôles. Il a travaillé dans des fonderies d'aluminium et les mines, dans l'emballage, les stations de pompage et dans la construction d'usines thermiques (District Cooling) au cours des ans. Il a été responsable du développement de formations de sécurité dans...

    • Billy Grigo, NorSask Forest Products
      Daniel was a good instructor. I found his anecdotes helpful in understanding the significance of the dangers of arc flash.
    • Quintin Fast, Total Power
      Daniel kept the course interesting and did a lot of extra work to make it relatable to our specific field.
    • Gene Wallis, Enbridge
      Daniel was great, very informative, and I appreciated all the real-world applications he took us through.
    See Daniel Chartier CV
  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    49

    Doug brings over forty five years experience in the electrical industry, working for utility, utility contractors, engineering firm, and educational institute. Most recently finishing a career at NAIT as an instructor/academic chair (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) in Power Lineman, Power System Electrician, Electrician and Electrical Engineering Technology programs. He has constructed and...

    • Zayn Haque, Littelfuse Startco
      Doug was a great instructor. His experience in the field provides a wealth of knowledge and examples that made the course very engaging and enjoyable. He ran the course very efficiently.
    • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
      Doug is very educated as well as experienced.
    • Kevin Reid, West Fraser
      Doug did a fantastic job and explained all material as required. Very helpful and answered all questions.
    See Doug Baker CV
  • Paul Sherwood

    Years of Experience
    48

    44 years as an Industrial Maintenance Electrician in the U.K. And CanadaExperience in the engineering and manufacturing industries maintaining a wide variety of electrical equipmentWorked primarily in the Potash mining industry in Saskatchewan (32 years) At Potash held various roles, worked underground maintaining Electrical systems and equipment.Mill maintenance Electrician working on high, medium...

    • Brandon Kyle Wijma, Mueller Electric Div II LTD
      Paul did an amazing job. On behalf of Mueller Electric, I would like to thank him for answering all our questions and having the knowledge to teach all of us in a professional manner.
    • Hao Zhang, Canadian Light Source Inc.
      I really enjoyed my two-day training with Paul. He did a great job simplifying complex concepts and making the material engaging for everyone. Looking forward to more sessions with him.
    • Stefan Hayden, Canadian Coast Guard
      Paul communicated the information effectively. He didn't just read directly from the slides and kept the class engaged.
    See Paul Sherwood CV
  • Norm Jewitt

    Years of Experience
    40

    He began his career in the electrical trade by engaging in construction activities at a potash mine located west of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Since then, he has accumulated experience in various facets of the electrical trade, including construction, commissioning, and maintenance.Norm has contributed his skills to the commercial, industrial, and mining sectors. Additionally, he successfully managed...

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    • Christopher Legault, FKM
      Norm was fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all questions. Gave great personal experience and stories to make the course relevant.
    • Colin Coad, CBO
      Norm was well prepared and demonstrated firsthand knowledge of the course material. He used the time efficiently, and he gave adequate breaks.
    • Shawn Thistle, Syncrude Canada
      Norm was great, a very knowledgeable guy, and answered questions with relatable stories.
    See Norm Jewitt CV
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    43

    Wayne joined Canada Training Group with over 40 years of knowledge and experience in the Electrical and Instrumentation industry. As a Master Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Mechanic, Wayne offers a unique perspective to training that provides solid theory with practical applications gained through years of work in the industry. Wayne’s oilfield and agriculture experience encompasses maintenance...

    • Todd Bicklemeier, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne is very knowledgeable and provides a good learning environment.
    • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne was very good, he was able to get class the class interactive and involved in discussion.
    • Rick Burroughs, Blue Ridge Lumber
      I found Wayne to be very informative and the course to be fulfilling.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Dave Cox

    Years of Experience
    45

    Dave began his career in commercial high rises in Calgary. He then spent time working industrial oilfield maintenance electrical in Alberta followed by General Motors in Oshawa Ontario, Koch fertilizer and Husky Oil in Manitoba, Baffin Island at an iron ore mine and commissioning in the Alberta oildsands sector.Dave is also an avid whitewater rafting professional, and has served as a guide in Ontario...

    • Brad Pendlington, Department of National Defense
      Dave was incredible. He provided excellent instruction and was completely knowledgeable in troubleshooting practices.
    • Heinrich Penner, Lode King
      Dave was polite and willing to answer any and all questions that came up. He was also very knowledgeable in everything electrical.
    • Carmelle Smyth, Centerra Gold
      The information was well laid out and delivered, lots of time for interaction with the instructor and fellow students. The slides are esthetically pleasing, with some great documentation examples. The instructor is well-versed in electrical equipment, safety, and good business practice. While also being...
    See Dave Cox CV
  • Richard Stickel

    Years of Experience
    36

    Richard Stickel worked at the Canfor Taylor Pulp Mill for 33 years. He has worked in operations, electrical and industrial instrumentation maintenance, construction in the oil and gas field and airport electrical construction. He holds dual journeyman certification as an electrician as well as an instrument mechanic. He is a 4th class power engineer.As a technician Richard was involved with construction...

    • Nathan Ferrish, Syncrude
      Richard was knowledgeable about the course topics and was able to provide real-world experience when he encountered troubles with the drives. He was easy to talk to, approachable, and honest with his answers.
    • Ron Cox, Syncrude
      Richard is a great instructor, very knowledgeable, and has a great way of explaining things.
    • Aaron Belanger, Syncrude
      Richard was very knowledgeable of the subject and provided personal experiences to back it up.
    See Richard Stickel CV
  • Keith Holden

    Years of Experience
    31

    Keith Holden has over 30 years experience in the high voltage electrical field. His educational background is comprised of Electrical Engineering Technician from Fleming College and in addition ongoing education including Tap Root Accident Investigation, Safe Start safety training, Measurement Canada Regulations. He has worked with the largest utility Hydro One in various leadership and operational...

    Expertise

    • Duane Fischer, Keyera
      Keith is a great instructor with real-life examples of course material.
    • Alex Comeau, Acadian Seaplants
      Keith was very knowledgeable and answered all questions well.
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  • Jeff Leighton

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  • Peter Waugh

    Years of Experience
    46

    Peter Waugh brings 44 years of experience in fields of maintenance and human resources management. Peter graduated in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Brunswick. He started his career with Westinghouse Industrial Field Service servicing power distribution equipment. He then moved to the Pulp & Paper industry where he worked for three companies over the next 30 years working in...

    • Wes Palmer, Pretium Resources
      "Peter was very knowledgeable and explained things with precision and confidence."
    • Darren Storm, Pretium Resources
      "The course was very informative and it has opened our eyes to the potential hazards we work with on a day to day basis. Peter was a extremely knowledgeable."
    • Zack Dawson, Camcor Environmental
      Peter was very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions/elaborate on specific parts/topics. His previous experience working in the electrical field allows him to use his practical knowledge to make the information easier to understand.
    See Peter Waugh CV
  • Edward Rideout

    Years of Experience
    56

    Ed Rideout has been involved with the electrical field in many ways for nearly 54 years. His electrical experience started when he was just out of vocational school and was hired as the sole electrician at a local fish plant in charge of six fishing trawlers, a power house and a fish plant facility. In 1975 Ed went on to work with Nova Scotia Power, first as an apprentice electrician in a generating...

    • Tony Cranford, Newfoundland Power
      “This was a really good course and instructor(Ed Rideout). I found great improvement in troubleshooting procedures and documentation. It also reduced number of steps to find faults by 50% to 75% (more efficient). I recognized different ways to troubleshoot (both open circuits and short circuits). I...
    • Mathew Belliveau, Comeau's Sea Foods Ltd.
      instructor was great, kept it interesting and was easy to understand.
    • Tyler Romanchuk, Suncor
      “The course was excellent overall. The instructor, Ed Rideout was clear and made you feel comfortable with the material. Excellent tools and equipment provided.”
    See Edward Rideout CV
  • Dave Neal

    Years of Experience
    52

    With 33 years of on the job experience at Hydro One, doing consulting work for McGregor Allsop, Trow Engineering Consultants and Dillion and Associates, Dave has acquired extensive knowledge of electrical equipment, installations and legislative requirements. While with Hydro One, Dave was involved with many projects including: - Held the lead role in the implementation of the new Training Development...

    • Mike, Nortown Electrical Contractors
      “Dave was very knowledgeable and experienced. He was well spoken, easy and interesting to listen to. He kept the course exciting, fun and interesting with real life stories and personal experiences.”
    • Mike Cigan, PCL Energy
      “Dave was a very knowledgeable and experienced instructor with a great sense of humor to make the course material easy to learn.”
    • Garry Gaudet, Daishowa-Marubeni
      “My personal evaluation is that the instructor Dave Neal was thorough and had excellent knowledge to help understand the dangers of high voltage. To my understanding before the course, I did not know the devastation of an arc flash.”
    See Dave Neal CV
  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    45

    Jim Roberts brings over 43 years of experience in the electrical field. A graduate from the Georgian College Electrical Engineering program, he started his career at Toronto Hydro Electrical Systems as a High Voltage Underground Cable Fault Technician then proceeded to Toronto Transit Commission where he obtained his red seal 309A electrical license and became a Maintenance/Construction Electrician...

    • Paul Steinkey, Daam Galvanizing Ltd.
      “Jim was very knowledgeable with course material. He would also answer questions that were outside of the course and pertained to our own jobs. He engaged all of us at the beginning and said, "No question was a stupid question." Thanks Jim.”
    • Robert Sorba, Mount Allison University
      Jim was awesome. Very knowledgeable and helpful. He was able to provide really good examples relevant to the material.
    • Colin Aucoin, Blu Earth Renewables
      Jim is a fantastic instructor. He is very knowledgeable and provides practical examples that make the material easier to understand
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • Very informative and the knowledge we acquired helps us in our responsibility in operating the plant safely

    Elmer Lorenzo, Roquette southport
  • "Ed Rideout was an excellent instructor, well spoken and knowledgeable. Personally, I learnt a lot from this course and I will be safer for taking it."

    Paul Woodman, Canadian Coast Guard
  • "Although I have previously taken an Arc Flash course, I found that this was a really good refresher course for me. My awareness will now be heightened and this will make our workplace safer as we implement changes that I gained from this course."

    Don Zapski, City of Saskatoon
  • This was a worth while course. Electrical dangers aren't as easy to comprehend as mechanical where there isn't anything moving. It was helpful to see videos of various incidents so that we can all understand the need for protective measures and the need for everyone to be knowledgeable about safety practices.

    Devin McLoughlin, Kraken Robotics
  • “Course training was very helpful. Keeping in mind that safety comes first, I would rate this course as a 5.”

    Eduart Duhanxhiu, Samco Machinery
  • “Good refresher and a reminder of the hazards we deal with on a daily basis. Instructor was knowledgeable and informative. Recommended for all electrical trade workers to give perspective on the potential risks in our field.”

    Rich Besinger, Tolko Industries Ltd.
  • The course is good overall and reminds you of the potential risk of injury when dealing with electricity and the importance of protecting yourself with the right PPE.

    Mathew Belliveau, Comeau's Sea Foods Ltd.
  • “I thought the training was the right duration (1 day) for my requirements to identify these hazards in my workplace that weren't known about before. I appreciated Jim's experience in the field, particularly with equipping crews with the right equipment. I will highly recommend that my fellow senior...

    Trevor McIvor, Canadian Coast Guard
  • A lot I didn’t know about and glad I do now, Definitely worth the time learning.

    Robert Dylan Dupuis, Mount Milligan (centera gold)
  • "Excellent course, well worth it."

    Wayne Smith, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and his personal stories made it more personal. I liked the multiple videos; it showed what can happen to someone when things go wrong. This course opens a guy’s eyes about his own safety.”

    Darcy Bernat, Louis Dreyfus Commodities
  • “Well worth taking.”

    Glen Zawislak, Boeing
  • “Very good course to keep me informed of proper ways to work in the electrical field.” Kristen Woitas, Apperley Electric

    Kristen Woitas, Apperley Electric
  • “Good videos and tests, the instructor, Ed Rideout was interesting and he kept me interested. Every electrician should take this course.”

    Ryan Tarksis, PTI Group
  • "I feel this course was very important and informative to be aware of the serious dangers of arc flash potential. And the steps we need to take to avoid or minimize the dangers and injuries."

    Ryan Hanrahan, ICS State
  • It encourages me to look at arc flash ratings more closely and consider the implications of cutting corners.

    Dillon Seminchuk, West Fraser
  • "The instructor, Dave Neal was very knowledgeable and thorough with the explanation of the material. Everything was understood and all questions were answered. Very good and definitely recommend to other companies.

    Harley Spence, Alberta Plywood
  • “Speaks a language the average electrician can understand and engaged everyone in the course. One of the better instructors I have had. This course could quite easily be a “death by power point” but it wasn’t.”

    Cory Wilson, Western Forest Products
  • “Knowledgeable instructor, he made the course interesting and made it relate to my workplace. This course helped me remember the realization of the hazards that we deal with on a day to day basis.”

    Darren Littlejohn, Enbridge Pipleines
  • “Life saving and very informative.”

    Reuben Delorme, Pembina Pipeline
  • “The instructor is very knowledgeable to this subject matter. He shares his experience and I find it very useful for my daily job. I learnt a lot from this course that I could carry on for the rest of my electrical career. Well done and a big thanks.”

    Thaddeus Pasco, Martinrea Automotive Systems
  • This course was very informative. The information given was well laid out and easy to understand.

    Kevin Short, KLTP
  • “This is a great course that I should have taken 14 years ago. I hope to create and support greater awareness of electrical issues on our own plant site. Thank You”

    Paul Busch, Pembina Pipeline
  • The course was very informative and clarified a couple of what-if scenarios for me.

    Peter Mccoppin, Galpower
  • "It was an eye opener to see what could really happen in arc flashes and the injuries they cause and the little bit of a flash to cause serious injury. The instructor, Ed Rideout was great and to the point."

    Allan Brown, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
  • “This is my second time taking this course. I learn something new each time from the instructors and students. Thank you”

    Glenn MacInnis, Elanco Canada Ltd.
  • I found that the course was very informative and interesting. I learnt a lot about the potential dangers involved with the electrical side of the work environment that myself and co-workers are around every day on a daily basis.”

    Martin DesRoches, Pembina Pipelines
  • “Instructor was very knowledgeable and he kept the class interesting. I felt like I walked out with a real better understanding of the safety requirements and my requirements as an employee in arc flash safety preparation in the workplace.”

    Matt Savitsky, Western Electrical Management
  • “Very knowledgeable. Kept things upbeat, making the training experience enjoyable, as safety training generally is rather boring. He answered every one of my questions, as I am only a planner, not a technician. I understood everything I was taught, gained a significant amount of useful knowledge regarding...

    Jasmine Lelani, Dana Holding Corp
  • The instructor had provided the information in a clear and very understanding way, which helped me to understand the course better.

    Tyler Hiscott, Accel Electrical Contractors
  • “The course was very intuitive to the possible electrical failures that can occur on the job; how to eliminate possible hazards through proper assessments and PPE. Take care of number one, yourself first and trust no one. The instructor was very thorough with the material, he did a good job.”

    Robert Moroccio, Nortwon Electrical Contractors
  • “Very well presented. Well-paced and kept flowing with a good mix of protected experience to reflect on the course content. I enjoyed both the content and delivery.”

    Mike Morrison, SNC Lavalin
  • "The instructor, Ed Rideout was/is very knowledgeable on the subject. Material covered in a timely manner, questions from the students was encouraged. I would/will recommend this life saving course to others. Thank You."

    Blair Stewart, IBEW Local 1852
  • This course was informative, insightful and will help everyone in our goals of a safer electrical work environment. This course is totally worth taking.

    Glen Davies, Unitech Electrical Contracting Inc.
  • “10 out of 10. Great real examples. The instructor was able to talk to us at varying levels of experience with electricity.”

    Wayne Naykalyk, Weetabix of Canada
  • “Excellent! Thank you very much. Very, very helpful for my job.”

    Chang Soo Shin, Samco Machinery
  • “The course was interesting and informative, the topics and illustrations were real, eye opening and definitely will change how I do some things. The instructor had no problems keeping us awake.”

    Larry Hiebert, Granny’s Poultry Cooperative Ltd
  • "Excellent course, very informative and interesting. The instructor, Ross Dion, was terrific and presented the material very well, using real stories, videos and examples."

    Krista Bochert, Genivar Inc.
  • "This course was great. The instructor was very knowledgeable with "real life" examples. The visual material and candid discussions brought out issues that may have been typically stifled.

    Daryl Hudak, Birchcliff Energy
  • Course structure and delivery were great. A lot of good information and was well laid out. The instructor was extremely thorough and helpful.

    Andrew Lewis, Western Forest Products
  • The course was well put together and full of valuable information.

    Mason Galliah, Ball Packaging
  • “Course was very informative, specifically about arc flash. Good to know the CSA standard and where to find category & PPE information for future use.”

    Scott Prevost, Regal Beloit Canada
  • “The course was very informative and worth attending. The material was dry but presented in such a way that one didn’t notice it.”

    Chris Johnson, Department of National Defence
  • The course was very informative. It kept the attention of the class, and used a variety of learning materials.

    James Healey, Vari Form Manufacturing
  • “Excellent course. Brought new and current information to the students. Presentation was lively and interesting. Everyone took part. All questions asked by the students were answered clearly and concisely.”

    Phil McKenna, DND
  • “The instructor, Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and a vast amount of work related experience made the course interesting and informative.”

    Kevin MacDonald, PTI Group
  • “Very educational, tons of experience and answered all questions. As an apprentice, I found this very helpful.”

    Dave Mattinson, PepsiCo Beverages Canada
  • "The training was very informative. It was good to see videos on the actual actions that can occur due to Arc Flashes. I believe this provided proper information to ensure I will be able to prepare and properly handle situations dealing with the potential for Arc Flashes."

    Megan Kennedy, Rolls - Royce Limited
  • "I enjoyed the course. The instructor, Ross Dion, was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well. Almost 85% of the course I was not aware of and I took home a lot of knowledge that I can use on the job and also relay to fellow electricians."

    Fred Boldt, Renfrew Victoria Hospital
  • “Good presentation of course material and gave out good examples and perspective when looking at electrical devices. The instructor is very good at keeping the class together by making it lively and exciting.”

    Mark Rogue, Lode-King Industries
  • “Course was excellent, very informative. I thought the flow and order of the delivery was great. Thank you.”

    Eric Wilson, Rassaun Services
  • "The duration of the whole course was very well organized. Terry Yonkheym spent the right amount of time at the right times. I feel a lot more comfortable with this topic now. Great Instructor.

    "Cam Simkins, L & M Wood Products
  • The course was very informative, and I learned a lot. I feel like I can perform my job tasks safer.

    Mike Sitoski, Invista Canada
  • “I thought the instructor was very good, he was funny and kept things interesting. The course was an eye opener that I think we all needed with very important stuff to get you thinking. I think everyone enjoyed it.”

    Dean Knight, Middlesex Hospital Alliance
  • “The course was very informative. I received lots of information on the proper PPE to wear and when. Our instructor; Ross Dion was funny and personable. Great Course!”

    Emily Dinn, PTI Group
  • “The instructor is very knowledgeable and helpful. He provided a lot of examples in class, which are very close to our daily operation. From the class, I got clarification of what electrical safety should be and how to protect myself if I need to perform an electrical field job.”

    Gang Eric Liu, Samco Machinery
  • “The instructor is well prepared and material he presented was organized. This course educated us a lot about arc flash effects. Thanks”

    Kais Abdulmawjood, Texas A&M University
  • "Clear concise speaker with a definite interest in safety and passing on his considerable experiences in the field."

    Rob Buxton, Dunkley Lumber
  • “Well spoken, extremely informative, kept everyone’s attention, answered questions well and made it easy to follow and understand.” The course had all information and then some that I expected. I feel a lot safer. Thanks!!”

    Briana Michalski, PCL Energy
  • “The instructor was great and the course should be taken by everyone in the electrical field. The instructor and the course gives a real feel of how bad an arc flash can be and gives the worker a real eye opener.”

    Greg Brown, Phazer Electric
  • "The course was very good, I appreciated the real world examples and videos. It gave us a good appreciation & understanding of the risks of Arc Flash on workers and management. Also, gave us the background to judge the severity of risk of systems & the methods to protect employees."

    Travis Manchur, Finning
  • “Great course, full of information that many of us did not want know or even think about prior. Good course to take for work as well as regular day life. The instructor, Dave Smith was very good at delivering the material and keeping the attention of the group. The course had real life examples with...

    Nathan Taylor, Pembina Pipelines
  • “Great knowledge, easy to speak with, opened my eyes to new and proper procedures.”

    Jeremy Benns, Weetabix of Canada
  • “Instructor was very thorough and easy to listen to. He answered all questions and shared great stories related to a lot of topics. Excellent course. I learned a lot.”

    Brett Lawson, Canadian Coast Guard
  • This course was very informative and provided me with a wealth of knowledge to do my job safer and to minimize the risk of being exposed to an Arc Flash. I would like to recommend the use of more extensive PPE for electricians who have the potential of being exposed to an Arc Flash. The instructor provided...

    Michael Disso, Canrig Canada
  • “Very informative and eye opening to many of the known hazards, as well as some that are not as recognizable.”

    Charlie Wilkins, DND CFB Gagetown
  • “Great course for all personnel. An eye-opener.”

    Bryan, Grain Millers Canada
  • "I found the course to be very educational and a huge eye opener on the potential risks involved with working on low voltage electrical systems."

    David Thompson, Connors Bros. Ltd.
  • “Very informative course with plenty of visual aids, videos, good discussion and real life examples provided with the training. I would recommend this course to my coworkers.”

    Scott Benjamin, Ligado Networks
  • “I think the course was very helpful. I now feel more confident in potentially dangerous electrical situations. The instructor was great and we had a good pizza lunch. I can’t wait to apply what I learnt in the field.” Tyson Falle, Prodigy Tech Group Inc. “Training was good. Lots had changed...

    Paul Saltel, Apperley Electric
  • “Was a very knowledgeable course and very informative. Learnt a lot on how to keep safe and avoid injury. The instructor was well experienced and knew what he was talking about which made the course a lot more interesting from his stories.”

    Barry Clark, PCL Energy
  • “This course gave good information about working safely around electrical equipment. The instructor was easy to listen to and I did not fall asleep. It was valuable information, which I will use.”

    Darren Groot, Pacific Bioenergy
  • I thought that it provided a lot of knowledge that I did not have about how to pick proper PPE, what considerations need to be had when working on electrical equipment, and what legal requirements are required by not only myself but my employer

    James Wirth, Key Equipment Services
  • This course was an eye opening day. Practices that I have done in the past will be reviewed as I realize now the safety hazards that exist when a person does not use the appropriate PPE and when you do not give electricity the respect that it deserves. I will take a few rules away from this course that...

    Bob Austin, Wingham & District Hospital
  • “This was an excellent course. The material really put hazards into perspective. The experience and real life examples made the instructor creditable. The course made me feel that I can do my job safer in the future and see where I can learn from my mistakes from the past.”

    Ben Cooper, Fisheries & Oceans – Canadian Coast Guard
  • “Our instructor made the course very interesting. He was very knowledgeable of the subject at hand. I thought it was going to feel like a long boring class but he made it interesting and fun which made the time go by quickly. Great job!!”

    Marko Kenfelja, Nortown Electrical Contractors
  • "This course opened my eyes up on many topics. The concentration needed to perform troubleshooting. One job, one thought. Know what you need to expect when troubleshooting/testing."

    Will J, Ainsworth
  • “Even though I've taken the course before, it did remind me of some of the things I'd forgotten. I also learned new rules and standards that are now in place. The instructor was well organized and answered all questions.”

    William Nicolay, West Fraser Lumber
  • “This course was very clear and concise about arc flash safety. The video examples and pictures made it very clear on how powerful an arc flash can be. Clear instruction was given on proper PPE and how to energize equipment.

    Chris Mott, High Line Electrical
  • “The course was very well prepared. The instructor gave more information this time. It was well worth taking this.”

    Nick Mills, Revere Plastics
  • “The course was awesome. The instructor did a great job of explaining and showing the dangers and precautions of arc flash.”

    Jordan Wiens, Apperley Electric
  • “This course and the instructor were both very helpful and the course I believe will help out the department.”

    Todd Purdy, Compass Compression
  • “The teacher did a really good job. I appreciated it and I’d strongly recommend to my co-workers.”

    Jim Li, Katlyn Technical Services
  • "Great knowledge and fun to listen to made the course interesting."

    Jared Stitsen, Inland Aggregates
  • “I found the course was very good. I learned a lot. Very happy to attend it. A lot of new information to remember and consider at work. The instructor kept the course interesting, easy to listen to. I definitely was not aware of that many electrical hazards.”

    David Warkentin, Lode-King Industries
  • “The course provided useful information towards tasks that I would be performing in my job. It also gave me information on how to protect myself and others.”

    Chad Fisher, Compass Compression
  • The instructor was well-spoken and knowledgeable. The course content was good for a basic understanding of Arc Flash. I can see us using this for information for some of our non-electrical people.

    Mark Bachman, Canadian Light Source
  • It was a well made and informative course. Peter was very thorough and answered every question that we brought up.

    Shayne Johnston, City of Prince George
  • The subject was very informative, well thought out, and interesting. Peter asked about our procedures in place and gave the appropriate information on what we should have in place by law and code.

    Joshua Cadotte, ATCO Frontec
  • “Very knowledgeable and I have taken away a lot of useful information that I will use at work.”

    Ian Witruk, Town of Whitby
  • "This course covered safety aspects for low voltage operations and dangers associated with electricity in general. The importance of safety equipment and apparel and the knowledge to know what a person is dealing with and necessary precautions required."

    Anthony Backs, TransCanada Gas Storage
  • The course itself is very helpful to understand a better and safer way to operate electrical systems. Moreover, it supplies all the new updates and clears up some things and doubts about operation.

    Ravi Kadivar, Ball Corporation
  • “The instructor is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the information he is delivering in his presentation. Well laid out but, but does not boarder on information overload. All in all a solid learning experience.”

    Nick Dunstan, City of Lloydminster
  • “Demonstrated excellent knowledge of safety, especially electrical. Was able to pass the knowledge on in an understandable manner.”

    Brian Thomas, Vari-Form Inc.
  • I think this course is fantastic, and everything that I learned today will 100% help me with my everyday work.

    Jacob Osullivan, Total Power Ltd.
  • "Very well presented course. As a non-electrician, I found it fairly straight forward. The instructor, Dave Neal brought personal experience into the mix, which improved the learning environment."

    Chris Bunting, PTI Group
  • “I really enjoyed the instructor and his teaching style. He had a very good grasp of the subject and the material and explained everything very well.”

    Loren Resler, Department of National Defence
  • “The instructor Dave Neal is extremely knowledgeable and easy to follow. Great material and communication skills, this course is definitely one of the “must take” for technical personnel.”

    Ivan Melnikov, KTH Shelburne Mfg.
  • “The course was very informative and helpful to understand the dangers associated with working around electricity.”

    Joe Flynn, Inter Pipeline Fund
Day 1
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class Time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm

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