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The Battery Electric Vehicle Course - High Voltage Electrical Safety is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge required for ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-voltage electrical systems in battery electric vehicles. The course focuses on the details of battery electric vehicles, emphasizing safety measures to mitigate potential risks and ensure a secure working environment.
Course Overview:
The curriculum covers a wide array of topics, including low/high voltage maintenance, grounding, battery maintenance, and troubleshooting, among others. Participants will gain in-depth insights into the principles of electrical safety, emphasizing the significance of adhering to established best practices, standards, and regulatory frameworks in Canada, such as the CSA Z462, Canadian Electrical Code, and the OH&S Regulations.
Emphasis on Safety:
The course focuses on crucial factors such as the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), risk assessments, and the development of safety-conscious work practices. Through extensive discussions participants will learn how to effectively handle electrical hazards, mitigate risks associated with electrical shock and arc flash, and maintain safe working distances from potential energy sources.
Training and Assessments:
With a strong emphasis on practical application and real-world simulations, allowing participants to validate their theoretical knowledge in a controlled environment. The program culminates with assessments to evaluate participants' understanding of the course material and their ability to implement safe practices in various high-voltage electrical scenarios.
Preparation for Industry Standards:
Participants will be prepared to meet industry standards, including those outlined in the CSA Z462, enabling them to confidently apply their expertise in the maintenance and operation of battery electric vehicles. The goal is to ensure personal and co-worker safety while working with high-voltage electrical systems in the rapidly evolving landscape of battery electric vehicles.
The course is structured to include interactive sessions. Participants will have access to course manuals and interactive discussions to enhance their learning experience.
Join us to gain the critical knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of battery electric vehicles and ensure the highest standards of safety in High Voltage electrical operations.
Course Overview:
The curriculum covers a wide array of topics, including low/high voltage maintenance, grounding, battery maintenance, and troubleshooting, among others. Participants will gain in-depth insights into the principles of electrical safety, emphasizing the significance of adhering to established best practices, standards, and regulatory frameworks in Canada, such as the CSA Z462, Canadian Electrical Code, and the OH&S Regulations.
Emphasis on Safety:
The course focuses on crucial factors such as the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), risk assessments, and the development of safety-conscious work practices. Through extensive discussions participants will learn how to effectively handle electrical hazards, mitigate risks associated with electrical shock and arc flash, and maintain safe working distances from potential energy sources.
Training and Assessments:
With a strong emphasis on practical application and real-world simulations, allowing participants to validate their theoretical knowledge in a controlled environment. The program culminates with assessments to evaluate participants' understanding of the course material and their ability to implement safe practices in various high-voltage electrical scenarios.
Preparation for Industry Standards:
Participants will be prepared to meet industry standards, including those outlined in the CSA Z462, enabling them to confidently apply their expertise in the maintenance and operation of battery electric vehicles. The goal is to ensure personal and co-worker safety while working with high-voltage electrical systems in the rapidly evolving landscape of battery electric vehicles.
The course is structured to include interactive sessions. Participants will have access to course manuals and interactive discussions to enhance their learning experience.
Join us to gain the critical knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of battery electric vehicles and ensure the highest standards of safety in High Voltage electrical operations.
| Next High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles Courses | ||||
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| June 18 – 18, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time | OR25461 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| June 25 – 25, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Halifax time | OR25462 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| July 9 – 9, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time | OR25463 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| July 16 – 16, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time | OR25464 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| July 30 – 30, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time | OR25465 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| August 5 – 5, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Toronto time | OR25580 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| August 12 – 12, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time | OR25581 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| August 20 – 20, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time | OR25582 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| August 25 – 25, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Winnipeg time | OR25583 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
| September 10 – 10, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Toronto time | OR25675 | $949.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
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Justin Nagy, MedatechEnjoyable and informative. I feel significantly more comfortable with potential hazards and how to avoid them.
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Mark Janzen, Epiroc FVTInformative course overall. Well written and some useful insights. Further research is done in this area(DC arc flash), and it will be helpful to stay on top of the new content coming out for future people. Overall though, instructors were knowledgeable and clear. They had plenty of experience, which...
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Greg Wagner, MedatechIt was a good course and provided us with more awareness surrounding the safety of electrical systems.
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Devin Chomiak, KomatsuThis was a good course to start our process of building safe operational procedures to troubleshoot BEV equipment.
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Caeden Watkins, BC TransitHighly recommend this course for all in the industry starting to get into battery electric, or fully electric equipment. Peter is extremely knowledgeable, lots of real world examples and great class discussions with the participants.
Course topics
I. Principles of Electrical Safety
Objective: Understand the fundamental principles of electrical safety in the context of battery electric vehicles.
II. High Voltage System Components
Objective: Familiarize participants with the key components of high-voltage systems in battery electric vehicles.
III. Arc Flash Incidents and Mitigation
Objective: Equip participants with the knowledge to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with arc flash incidents.
View all topicsI. Principles of Electrical Safety
Objective: Understand the fundamental principles of electrical safety in the context of battery electric vehicles.
- Overview of Electrical Hazards
- Importance of Adhering to Safety Best Practices
- Significance of Risk Assessments
- Safety-Conscious Work Practices
- Proper Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Emergency Response Methods
- Maintaining a Safe Working Distance
II. High Voltage System Components
Objective: Familiarize participants with the key components of high-voltage systems in battery electric vehicles.
- Battery Packs and Modules
- Inverters and Converters
- Electric Drives
- Charging Stations
- Power Cables and Connectors
- Grounding Systems
- Understanding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
III. Arc Flash Incidents and Mitigation
Objective: Equip participants with the knowledge to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with arc flash incidents.
- Understanding Arc Flash Hazards
- IEEE 1584 and Incident Energy Calculations
- Arc Flash Protection Categories (PPE Levels)
- Arc Flash Boundary and Safe Working Distances
- Incident Energy Relationship
- Arc Flash Protection Equipment and Clothing
- Emergency Response to Arc Flash Incidents
IV. Electrical Shock Mitigation
Objective: Understand electrical shock hazards, safe working distances, protective equipment, and emergency response protocols to mitigate electrical shock risks.
- Understanding Electrical Shock Hazards
- Safe Working Distances – Limited and Restricted Approach
- Shock Protection Equipment and Electrically Rated Gloves
- Emergency Response to Electrical shock Incidents
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| June 18 – 18, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time , BC | Teleconference | OR25461 | Register |
| June 25 – 25, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Halifax time , NS | Teleconference | OR25462 | Register |
| July 9 – 9, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time , PE | Teleconference | OR25463 | Register |
| July 16 – 16, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time , SK | Teleconference | OR25464 | Register |
| July 30 – 30, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time , NL | Teleconference | OR25465 | Register |
| August 5 – 5, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Toronto time , ON | Teleconference | OR25580 | Register |
| August 12 – 12, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB | Teleconference | OR25581 | Register |
| August 20 – 20, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time , BC | Teleconference | OR25582 | Register |
| August 25 – 25, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Winnipeg time , MB | Teleconference | OR25583 | Register |
| September 10 – 10, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Toronto time , ON | Teleconference | OR25675 | Register |
| September 17 – 17, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Halifax time , NS | Teleconference | OR25676 | Register |
| September 24 – 24, 2025 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time , BC | Teleconference | OR25677 | Register |
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Daniel Chartier
Years of Experience34Daniel 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...
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Luke Gledhill, Porocel of CanadaDaniel adequately covers the material and does so in an engaging manner.
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Quintin Fast, Total PowerDaniel kept the course interesting and did a lot of extra work to make it relatable to our specific field.
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Gene Wallis, EnbridgeDaniel was great, very informative, and I appreciated all the real-world applications he took us through.
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Paul Sherwood
Years of Experience4844 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...
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Spring Wiebe, Imperial MetalsPaul was a well-spoken instructor who also took the time to explain everything in great detail, as the class participants weren't electricians.
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Andrea Sargent, Mount Milligan, Centerra GoldPaul was helpful and took the time to make sure we understood everything.
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Brandon Kyle Wijma, Mueller Electric Div II LTDPaul 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.
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Peter Waugh
Years of Experience46Peter 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...
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Nicholas Deis, Capital PowerPeter was knowledgeable in his topics and experience. He was willing to answer any questions that came up.
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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."
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Jarod Hubert, Mount MilliganPeter did a great job teaching this course. He was very clear and thorough in explaining everything.
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The course covered all the key points concerning Safety and the regulations.
Julio Aparicio, BC Transit -
Enjoyable and informative. I feel significantly more comfortable with potential hazards and how to avoid them.
Justin Nagy, Medatech -
Informative course overall. Well written and some useful insights. Further research is done in this area(DC arc flash), and it will be helpful to stay on top of the new content coming out for future people. Overall though, instructors were knowledgeable and clear. They had plenty of experience, which...
Mark Janzen, Epiroc FVT -
The course contained a lot of useful information that will make me safer in the work place. It achieved that goal, an overall good experience.
Mike Barnhill, Epiroc -
This is indeed a good course and a lot of new information that is absolutely needed for our field of work or might come in handy in the future. I got to know a few safety standards I've regularly missed that can cause life threatening damage.
Jamik Suhagiya, MedaTech -
It was a good course and provided us with more awareness surrounding the safety of electrical systems.
Greg Wagner, Medatech -
This was an excellent course, very well presented with lots of good information, which I'll start to implement.
Mike Booth, Medatech -
The course was very useful. It made me aware of some possible hazards I was previously unaware of.
Marc-Andre Huneault, Medatech -
This was a good course to start our process of building safe operational procedures to troubleshoot BEV equipment.
Devin Chomiak, Komatsu -
Highly recommend this course for all in the industry starting to get into battery electric, or fully electric equipment. Peter is extremely knowledgeable, lots of real world examples and great class discussions with the participants.
Caeden Watkins, BC Transit -
Great Engagement, lots of material specific to BEV. Let the class engage in productive engagement discussion during the course.
Lee Zahorodny, Komatsu -
This safety course definitely saved us from future possible hazards. There were many things that I didn't know which should be taken care of while working around high voltage.
Hemang Shah, Medatech
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