This half day course is designed for workers responsible for non-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 working around electrical installations in the low voltage (below 750V) class including 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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Objective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!
Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.
Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.
View all topicsObjective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!
Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.
Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.
Objective: Ensure corporate compliance with CSA Z462.
Objective: Conduct daily work in accordance with CSA Z462.
Objective: Fulfill the ESWC requirements of CSA Z462.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
“The information I got from this course better helps me understand potential dangers around electricity. It gave me a better understanding with safety and risk management.”
Tanner Halverson, Pembina Pipeline“This course was very informative, straight to the point and very worthwhile.”
Chris Layes, Pembina Pipelines“Excellent instructor, great training for all my coworkers.”
Michael Kehoe, Canadian Coast Guard“The instructor uses real life experiences. Everyone in the class enjoyed the course. I don`t mind going again or recommend any electrical personnel.”
Rashid Dahir, PCL Energy“I felt the course was very informative and contained lots of safety tips and visuals. Presentation by the instructor was outstanding, but some of the info was beyond the scope of what I felt an electrician should know. I learned some useful tips and it honed my safety awareness to perform my work...
D Clements, DND“Excellent examples of real life and videos and photos to bring to light the realities of arc flash.”
Ryan, DND“This course was very insightful to making us as maintenance workers aware of the hazards involved when working on, near or around electrical equipment and apparatus. The instructor, Dave Neal was knowledgeable and very good at driving home the message and explaining the consequences of failing to...
Greg Peacock, KTH Shelburne Mfg.“A must take and a great reminder for others.”
Ben Vander Roest, Atlantic Windows“The course was very well prepared. The instructor gave more information this time. It was well worth taking this.”
Nick Mills, Revere Plastics"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“An eye opener to the potential risk associated with electricity.”
Clayton Reeve, Inter Pipeline Ltd.“The instructor and course were both very informative and clearly presented. There is more than enough knowledge to be gained from the course to complete the work that the training is for safely.”
Shane Pretzer, PCL Energy“He is very knowledgeable and explains things perfectly. I've learned that when I'm working on any electrical to make sure it's safe and always wear PPE, if required. Always use common sense.”
Henry Friesen, Triple E Canada“The course was very informative and helpful to understand the dangers associated with working around electricity.”
Joe Flynn, Inter Pipeline Fund“The instructor was very knowledgeable. I was able to take a lot of good information away from this course that I will be able to use in my work. He did a good job keeping us interested and the videos were a good eye opener.”
Derek Swan, Inter Pipeline Ltd.“The point of electrical dangers was driven home.”
Larry Fradette, SNC Lavalin“The instructor was very knowledgeable of the subject material. The course was extremely informative and full of content that I was unaware of.”
Kyle Williams, DND“This was an excellent presentation by the instructor, very informative and an eye opener to the dangers.”
Greg Hall, Apperley Electric“The instructor interacted well with the group and was clear and knowledgeable with the course. I came out of the course with a better understanding of arc flash dangers and prevention.”
Doug Robertson, West Fraser Lumber“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“This course is extremely helpful. It is one of the most fantastic courses that I have ever had. The instructor is very knowledgeable and has good training skills.”
Daniel Wu, Weetabix of Canada“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"Very good course. It opens up a lot of questions, but shows the dangers in a realistic way of what can happen to us in a split second while doing the work we do daily. Ed Rideout did a really good job in presenting the information."
John MacInnis, ICS State“Very helpful and well taught I stayed intrigued throughout the course. I will have some more ideas on being safe while I’m at the job site. The instructor was very knowledgeable with topics.”
Ty Gullickson, CNRL"I'm thankful for taking this course as it has made me more aware of situations that I'm in every day."
Jacob Labelle, AK Brown Refrigeration“The instructor is very knowledgeable. He did a good job of keeping the pace up. I liked the videos. The course was definitely an eye opener.”
Devin, Karlstrom, Inter Pipeline Ltd."Good visual presentation with lots of pictures and videos of what arc flash can actually cause. Definitely will raise awareness."
Kevin Landry, RJV Gas Field Services - Scada“This course was an introduction to arc flash safety and was focused on showing some of the consequences and real world incidents that can occur. The instructor was easy to understand and showed some interesting examples and videos.”
Wade Dolton, Canadian Light Source"The instructor, Dave Smith was a pleasure to listen to. He was very knowledgeable about all areas and had personal stories which were great to hear. As well he was very prepared with videos and PPE. I definitely am walking away from this course with the knowledge of certain things electrical. However...
Clark Drury, City of Lloydminster“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“Instructor was clear and interesting. The course was very helpful for me in my position of plant maintenance.”
Cory Roberts, Expocrete“Good information, well presented. Will benefit the company in updating our current electrical procedures.”
Chris Maxwell, J.B. Webb“Excellent presentation, very informative definitely in regards to the safety procedures around electrical equipment. It was above us somewhat; but definitely an eye opener to the hazards that can happen.”
Siu Lou, Highliner Food Inc."Concepts were explained in a clear, understanding manner. The instructor, Dave Neal used life experiences to illustrate or focus on a topic which made it interesting. The course is good."
Gary Honch, PTI Group“The instructor is very well versed with combined hands on and book knowledge. All questions were answered beyond satisfaction.”
Alan Barnett, DND"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“You guys must take this course for your own safety. The instructor, Ross Dion is very competent and interesting. (He is an electrician with much experience)
Bryan Jacobsen, Tolko Industries“As a non-electrical worker in the field, I felt as though our instructor did a great job in making the concepts clear and easy to understand. I feel I have learnt from the course material and with this education I will be able to help keep our safety program up to date and also help workers in the...
Jennifer Hoban, Prodigy Tech Group“Very well instructed and presented, I feel more safe working in panels etc.”
Tom Whalen, Graphic Packaging international“I took away a lot from this course. The instructor was very clean and to the point. I feel more safe and informed.”
Dan Mattin, Town of Whitby“Very informative course for the non-electrical electrician employees like myself. Educating us on safety while operating and being around major electrical components. Instructor was easy to understand, knowledgeable and kept us awake.”
Garett Beres, Grain Millers Canada“This course should be mandatory for all electricians. It is an eye opener as well as a refresher for information forgotten.”
Stephen Woods, PCL Energy“Excellent! Thank you very much. Very, very helpful for my job.”
Chang Soo Shin, Samco Machinery“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“Had a good sense of humor and held our attention well. Good knowledge on topics and very good personality.”
Frank Penner, Load King Industries“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“Excellent experience and knowledge. Backed up his ideas with real world, factual information. Presentation was something and easy to follow.”
Jason Sparling, Manning Forest Products“Course training was very helpful. Keeping in mind that safety comes first, I would rate this course as a 5.”
Eduart Duhanxhiu, Samco Machinery“The instructor did a great job explaining the concepts and procedures throughout the course. I was interested and engaged throughout the course. I’m very satisfied and came away with a lot of knowledge.”
Gurjit Dhaljwal, PCL EnergyThe Arc Flash Low Voltage Safety course was great. It opened my eyes to a lot of potential hazards that we work with everyday & take for granted. I will definitely work on my safe work practices and change a couple of my habits from bad ones to good ones. I will trust the equipment a little less and...
Tim Hauck, Ainsworth Lumber“I found this program quite informative and extremely useful. It definitely opened my eyes to arc hazards and attention to safety.”
Dale Dulaba, Black and McDonald“The course is going to be very useful in further work and day to day life. The instructor is very knowledgeable and gave a lot of very useful information about Arc Flashes and electricity in a whole.”
Devan Johnson, Pembina Pipeline“Great course, a lot of valuable information and safety tips. Good information on responsibilities of management and employees.”
Dave Mosher, P&H Milling"The presentation of this course was very good and the instructor was well spoken. I was not bored or distracted. This was one of the better courses I have taken, it was eye opening and had good safety practices and procedures. I learned a great deal from this training course."
Grant Friesen, Birchcliff Energy“The teacher did a really good job. I appreciated it and I’d strongly recommend to my co-workers.”
Jim Li, Katlyn Technical Services“I found the information in the course to be very informative/beneficial to further advance my education and understanding of the potential hazards of arc flash potential, ways to safely conduct work and protect myself, now and in future endeavors for the rest of my career in the electrical industry...
Travis Shewchuk, PCL Energy“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.“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“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“Very informative and eye-opening to anyone that doesn't know about arc flash.”
Clayton Larson, SaskPower“The instructor was very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions from the group. Very good learning and understanding was received by the group on a basic Arc Flash awareness. I think I will look closer at equipment and protecting myself before conducting work.”
Derek Arberry, CNRL“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.“A very informative and interesting course. I'm glad I came. I learned a lot and feel I can work more safely through my apprenticeship with this course.”
Kalen Dyck, West Fraser“The instructor has an excellent knowledge of what he is teaching. He was able to give many examples from real world situations he has encountered throughout his career.”
Philip Nickerson, SNC Lavalin“Great course, it opened my eyes to Electrical. Does not really apply to me all that much but enjoyed learning about the dangers I did not realize.”
Rob Magee, Middlesex Hospital Alliance“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 informative and was delivered in an engaging manner. The information gained from the course can be directly applied to my work place and the maintenance that I perform."
Tyler Gregory, PTI Group“The instructor was knowledgeable; course flow was good and a mix of practical experience and information.”
Tom McKay, EPTCON 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.“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 instructor, Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and a vast amount of work related experience made the course interesting and informative.”
Kevin MacDonald, PTI Group“Great course, great instructor, learned to respect electricity.”
Ed Owen, LP Golden“The course was easy to follow and informative. The instructor was clear and concise. I know I have a better understanding of the hazards associated with Arc Flash and the PPE and procedures in place to deal with them.”
Thomas Merkel, Inter Pipeline Fund“Very informative and well presented. I'd recommend it to anybody who works around electricity.”
Jim Nolin, Canadian Coast Guard“Course instructor made it interactive and fun for non-electrical employees. He was well-informed with his information, and I left the course with what I intended to leave with.”
Shawn Molnar, Grain Millers Canada“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“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“Very informative and eye opening to the dangers involved in electrical arc flash potential.”
Doug Kinsey, Louisiana Pacific“The instructor was very knowledgeable and delivered the course very well. It opened my eyes to things I did not know before. I would recommend this course to anyone that may deal with electricity.”
Ryan MacIntosh, Prodigy Tech Group Inc.“Probably the best training so far I have had.”
Dragan Lucic, Phazer Electric“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"The instructor, Terry Yonkheym went through material in a timely and efficient manner. I stayed engaged the entire course and it covered all topics relevant to me."
Chris Matweow, L & M Wood Products“Course was excellent, very informative. I thought the flow and order of the delivery was great. Thank you.”
Eric Wilson, Rassaun Services“I found this course is full of relevant information and much knowledge has been gained. The instructor is good at getting the information across and answers any questions thoroughly.”
Travis Price, Rassaun Services“The instructor was informative and made a dry topic entertaining as well as informative. Visual tools were well presented and definitely helped to drive the point home. Good job, well done.”
Robert tenHaaft, PCL Energy"I was able to gain more knowledge about arc flash clothing and their ratings. I also got a better understanding of the categories and what level of arc flash protection to wear."
David Bonnell, Filter Boxx“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“The instructor is very up to date on “arc flash”. The information was very interesting and most of all knowledgeable. I will be changing a few of my own procedures in the electrical field.”
Andrew Wilkinson, Impact Energy Service"This course should be taken by all employees to make all trades aware of the hazards that exist. All companies safety personnel should also take part in this course. The instructor, Ed Rideout was a great presenter who really knew his stuff through experience and knowledge.
Zach Keeping, Halifax Stanfield International Airport"This course was definitely valuable and applicable in relation to employment at the Waste Water Plant. It provided excellent guidance in terms of PPE and operating practices in order to ensure a safe work environment, while encountering both low and high voltage equipment. The instructor, Dave Smith...
Sandra Brunton, City of Lloydminster"My instructor for this course, Dave Smith was very good at conveying the message that this is very necessary and that the tools have been given to us to be safe at what we do. But, it is our responsibility to use the stuff and apply the safe work practices. I like how he makes it so you are emotionally...
Tom Lavigne, Ainsworth Engineered OSB“Very informative, interesting new legislation. The instructor was very knowledgeable and had field experience. See you in three years.”
Pat Lindsay, Canadian Coast Guard“Very well informed and knowledgeable about topics covered in the course. The course was well planned and would recommend to coworkers.”
Jeff Bird, DND"The instructor was very informed on all the sections described for this course and did an excellent job of illustrating the possibilities of an arc flash exposure. This is a must take course for those new to the electrical field and an excellent reminder for others"
B. Vander Roest, Maintenance , Atlantic Windows"Good presentation, many facts and unbiased information. I learnt a great deal on Arc Flash and related safety."
Keith Allain, Master Packaging“The instructor is very knowledgeable about the course. He explained everything in clear detail and with examples. He explained the proper use of PPE and as well as working safely in electrical systems.”
Ordiquio Canizo, Celestica"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“I personally believe that I have learned very valuable information that will save my life someday and/or save me from future bodily injury. The instructor, Dave Neal was very engaging and involved in his teachings. THIS IS THE BEST ARC FLASH training I have received.”
Tom Watson, Gold Trail School Division #74“I found the instructor to be very knowledgeable and use great examples and stories to back up the importance of proper PPE and procedures to be safe.”
David Vanier, Farnell PackagingDay 1 | |
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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 |