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This course enables technicians and engineers to implement Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), CSA B-72, and IEEE Std-80 requirements for grounding, bonding, and lightning protection systems in industrial environments. Participants will gain knowledge in Ground Potential Rise (GPR) analyses, understanding soil resistivity variations, and understanding step and touch voltages to mitigate electric shock hazards.
Participants will engage with CSA B-72’s lightning protection classifications, analyzing both isolated and non-isolated systems, and discussing material selection based on environmental and operational considerations. The curriculum covers technical specifications for grounding electrodes, grounding conductor installations, and neutral grounding devices, enabling attendees to design systems that ensure high fault current dissipation while adhering to industry safety margins.
The training also includes practical, hands-on sessions using industry-standard testing methods, such as the Fall-of-Potential and the Slope Method, to verify electrode and system resistances per IEEE Std-81. These techniques equip technicians to assess grounding integrity with precision, identify deficiencies, and execute corrective actions, supported by standardized documentation procedures. Participants will leave prepared to conduct in-depth inspections, establish thorough maintenance protocols, and uphold safety in high-stakes environments, effectively safeguarding personnel and equipment across diverse industrial sectors.
The successful candidate will be able to:
• Implement Canadian Electrical Code, CSA B-72 and IEEE Std-80 requirements
• Identify and mitigate job related hazards
• Operate and maintain your electrical grounding system
• Recognize deficiencies and take corrective action
• Avoid accidents and injuries
Who should attend: Managers, Supervisors, Safety Professionals, Engineers, Electricians, Instrumentation Technicians, Field Service Representatives
You will be able to: Canadian Electrical Code, CSA B-72 and IEEE Std-80 Requirements, Identify and mitigate job related hazards, Safely operate and maintain your electrical grounding system, Be able to recognize deficiencies and take corrective action, Avoid accidents and injuries
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Ryan Dworkin, Syncrude CanadaCourse was well delivered. Lots of information was received in a low stress, interactive environment.
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Justine Rogers, Syncrude CanadaFred is very knowledgeable and can instruct a course whether from a schedule or fly by the seat of his pants, lots of hands on time.
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Stuart Yanish, Mosaic PotashFred was a clear and to the point type of instructor who made it easy to understand some more advanced technical theories. Hands on work and also reiterated what he was trying to explain to us.
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Ron Kitchen, Syncrude CanadaFred is extremely knowledgeable and willing to explain anything. He explains very well, is very amicable and very safety conscience. I enjoyed the course immensely and will be able to apply some of the aspects to my job.
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Brent Bryska, Syncrude Canada Ltd.Fred did an excellent job and showed us a lot of stuff.
Course topics
I. Grounding and Bonding (CEC)
Objective: To realize the damage electricity can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety in normal and abnormal conditions.
II. Lightning Protection Installation CSA B-72
Objective: Learn to recognize all contributing factors that best determine the maintenance frequency and installation of all surge protection systems.
III. Field Measurements of a Constructed Grounding System IEEE Std-80
Objective: Understand the various methods of determining the condition of a grounding system.
View all topicsI. Grounding and Bonding (CEC)
Objective: To realize the damage electricity can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety in normal and abnormal conditions.
- Scope and object
- System and circuit grounding
- Grounding connections for systems and circuits
- Conductor enclosure bonding
- Equipment bonding
- Bonding methods
- Grounding electrodes
- Grounding and bonding conductors
- Grounding and bonding conductor connections
- Lightning arresters
- Installation of neutral grounding devices
- High voltage system grounding
II. Lightning Protection Installation CSA B-72
Objective: Learn to recognize all contributing factors that best determine the maintenance frequency and installation of all surge protection systems.
- Scope
- Definitions
- General requirements
- Classifications
- Materials, general, type
- Use of copper
- Use of aluminum
- Materials - Class I and II
- Materials - Class III and IV
- Materials - Class V installations
- Connectors
- Protection from galvanic action
- Protection from corrosive action
- Protection against temperature differences
- Protection against mechanical damage
- Protection of electrical systems
- Fasteners
III. Field Measurements of a Constructed Grounding System IEEE Std-80
Objective: Understand the various methods of determining the condition of a grounding system.
- Measurements of grounding system impedance
- Field survey of potential contours, touch and step voltages
- Assessment of field measurements for safe design
- Ground grid integrity test
- Periodic checks of installed grounding system
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Doug Baker
Years of Experience48Doug 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...
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Darren Gelineau, International Paper CompanyDoug had lots of hands-on experience in the field and was able to teach us tough examples that way.
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Matt Will, Plains MidstreamDoug moved through the material in an efficient matter, allowing us all to understand the information.
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Shane Robinson, PembinaDoug was very knowledgeable. He was able to explain situations and give real life examples to us. He was very good at making sure the class was kept engaged and helped us better understand.
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Course was well delivered. Lots of information was received in a low stress, interactive environment.
Ryan Dworkin, Syncrude Canada -
Fred is very knowledgeable and can instruct a course whether from a schedule or fly by the seat of his pants, lots of hands on time.
Justine Rogers, Syncrude Canada -
Fred was a clear and to the point type of instructor who made it easy to understand some more advanced technical theories. Hands on work and also reiterated what he was trying to explain to us.
Stuart Yanish, Mosaic Potash -
Fred is extremely knowledgeable and willing to explain anything. He explains very well, is very amicable and very safety conscience. I enjoyed the course immensely and will be able to apply some of the aspects to my job.
Ron Kitchen, Syncrude Canada -
Fred did an excellent job and showed us a lot of stuff.
Brent Bryska, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
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