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CSA Z462-24 Insights

In anticipation of the latest updates to the CSA Z462 Workplace Electrical Safety Standard set to be published in March 2024, this two-day program is your gateway to mastering electrical safety in the workplace with the most current standards. Registering for this course not only ensures comprehensive training based on the CSA Z462-21 standard but also guarantees access to an exclusive addendum upon the release of the new CSA Z462-24 updates. Participants will have the opportunity to join a special session hosted by our subject matter experts who will dissect the updates, ensuring you are well-versed in the latest safety protocols.

This two-day program was designed, and is taught, by senior electrical professionals, each with over 40 years experience on electrical systems from 2300V to 500kV. It is taught regularly to substation electricians responsible for medium voltage systems to 25kV and to utility personnel responsible for 69kV to 500kV systems.

It combines in-depth exploration of the Workplace Electrical Safety standard, CSA Z462-21 and practical workshops assessing and mitigating hazards for anyone working on or near high voltage systems. For Saskatchewan participants it exceeds the requirements for Qualified Electrical Workers. Since 1981, several thousand international participants have learned to recognize HV hazards created by electrical systems, equipment and devices and determined the controls used to protect themselves from these hazards.

This program is taught by certified electrical professionals with decades of field experience and solid credentials as professional adult learning instructors and includes professionally designed slides, videos and extensive use of case studies. It 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: Substation Electricians, Engineers, Commercial and Industrial Electricians, Instrumentation Mechanics, Technicians, Managers & Safety Professionals.

You will be able to: Safely operate and maintain High Voltage systems. Work confidently using established safety procedures. Organize HV workers under your lead. Communicate fluently regarding your High Voltage systems. Avoid accidents and injuries. Comply with provincial/state and federal legislative requirements.

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  • Ed McManus, Endako Mines
    "I found this course very useful, not only in working with High Voltage, but also supervising people working on High Voltage. Thank you very much."
  • Steve Murphy, Keyera Energy
    “The instructor was very knowledgeable and fielded all questions with good answers. The course is valuable to anyone who deals with high voltage.”
  • Trevor Maynes, Enbridge Pipelines
    “Very knowledgeable. Used his experience to help educate his students. Reinforced the importance of safety situations to watch out for and potential issues.”
  • Bryan Crew, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
    "By far, the best course I have taken in eight years. I have worked in the oil sands. A lot of detailed information that we, as electricians, I think is very important."
  • John Bobinski, Northlands
    “I found this course helpful in clarifying some issues I had after the last time I took the course. Also a good refresher of existing knowledge that was not so fresh anymore. The instructor was friendly and proficient in the topics discussed.”

Course topics

I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electricity can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety in normal and abnormal conditions.

II. CSA Z462

Objective: Understand how to relate and apply the Arc Flash mitigation guidelines as set out by the Canadian Standards Association.

III. RECOGNIZING HAZARDS

Objective: Learn to recognise all energy sources and hazards created by various electrical equipment and devices.

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I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electricity can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety in normal and abnormal conditions.

  • Electrical Faults
  • Electrical Accidents

II. CSA Z462

Objective: Understand how to relate and apply the Arc Flash mitigation guidelines as set out by the Canadian Standards Association.

  • Limits of approach for electrical shock and flash hazards
  • Arc flash parameters
  • Determine curable burn distance during a short circuit
  • Determine energy released during a short circuit
  • Techniques for reducing arc flash energy
  • Selection of proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Review the three types of electrical hazards: electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast
  • Describe conditions required for each to occur
  • Describe procedures to reduce these hazards
  • Describe the impact of voltage,amperage and time on the level of electrocution and flash hazard
  • Describe fault current available
  • Review calculation methods for a supply transformer
  • Describe the impact of fault current on the level of electrical hazard

III. RECOGNIZING HAZARDS

Objective: Learn to recognise all energy sources and hazards created by various electrical equipment and devices.

  • Insulation
  • Cables
  • Power Transformers
  • Instrument Transformers
  • Fault Currents
  • Disconnects
  • Switchgear
  • Breakers
  • Fuses
  • Relays
  • Starters
  • Motors
  • Capacitors
  • Emergency Systems

IV. MANAGEMENT CONTROL

Objective: Understand legislation and apply methodologies to comply.

  • Legislation
  • Electrical Code
  • Purchasing Controls
  • Engineering Controls
  • Training

V. SAFETY DOCUMENTATION

Objective: Establish an accessible and usable system of practice that will protect both life and liability.

  • Rules
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Safe Work Procedures
  • Codes of Practice
  • Operating Procedures
  • Permits & Clearances
  • Switching Procedures

VI. PHYSICAL EQUIPMENT

Objective: Gain a comprehensive knowledge of the required PPE and ancillary High Voltage safety equipment available.

  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Safety Equipment
  • Signs and Barriers
  • Equipment Protection
  • Interlock
  • Grounding

VII. FIELD CONTROL

Objective: Understand and apply preventative and post accident meetings, analyses and reports.

  • Inspections
  • Job Planning
  • Pre-job Meeting
  • Hazard Identification
  • Hazard Reporting

VIII. WORK METHODS

Objective: Learn and apply safe practical skills.

  • Limits of Approach
  • Switching Practices

IX. GROUNDING

Objective: Learn the dangers of and how induced currents and ground gradients are produced and how to safely select, install and maintain temporary grounds for protection of the worker.

  • Describe potential gradients as they relate to ground faults
  • describe how & where step, touch, mesh, and transferred potentials may appear during a ground fault
  • Induced Voltages
  • Safe Grounding Procedures
  • Grounding and dissipation of residual energy
  • Temporary Grounds

X. SWITCHING

Objective: Interpret and use a single line diagram to write a switching sequence to safely isolate an electrical device for work. Validate existing operating orders and switching procedures. Develop and maintain mandated documentation for all electrical equipment isolation and maintenance work.

  • Single Line Diagrams
  • Using Prints
  • Electrical System Drawings
  • Safety Documentation
  • Isolation
  • Lockout/Isolation
  • Switching Workshop

XI. JOB PLANNING

Objective: Carry out Hazard/Risk Analysis in determining the degree and extent of hazards for maintenance tasks on all electrical equipment.

  • Necessity of job planning to safely perform task
  • Hazard Control Workshop
  • Job Planning Worksheet

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  • Daniel Chartier

    Years of Experience
    33

    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...

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    • Jean-Marc Dallaire, Broder Electric
      Daniel was very thorough with the course material. He was also good about answering questions during the course.
    • 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.
    • Luke Gledhill, Porocel of Canada
      Daniel adequately covers the material and does so in an engaging manner.
    See Daniel Chartier CV
  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    48

    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...

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    • Darren Gelineau, International Paper Company
      Doug had lots of hands-on experience in the field and was able to teach us tough examples that way.
    • Anthony Andrews, Louisiana Pacific Canada
      Doug was knowledgeable about the material. He also had much relevant experiences in real life with the course content that he was able to relay to the students.
    • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
      Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
    See Doug Baker CV
  • Paul Sherwood

    Years of Experience
    47

    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...

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    • 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.
    • Andrea Sargent, Mount Milligan, Centerra Gold
      Paul was helpful and took the time to make sure we understood everything.
    • Clint Olsen, Pattern Energy
      Paul was very knowledgeable, with plenty of real-life examples to add to the course.
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  • Norm Jewitt

    Years of Experience
    39

    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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    • Matthew Lavergne, Maka Power
      Norm was very informative and great at explaining things. The hands-on training will help when I do this in the field.
    • Zach Heisinger, Maka Power
      I was very green on all things to do with this course. Norm provides a very good understanding of not only why we are testing but also how each machine works. I feel very confident I will be able to further my knowledge of this with more practice with our own equipment in the shop.
    • Darren Peddle, Inter Pipeline
      Norm gave an excellent presentation of the material. Lots of experience in the electrical trade made the course flow smoothly.
    See Norm Jewitt CV
  • Dave Cox

    Years of Experience
    44

    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...

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    • Nick Thomas, Department of National Defense
      Dave was very helpful and had a lot of great advice and tips to share.
    • Ryan Taylor, Global Container Group
      I found Dave very calm, professional, and patient.
    • Jordan Bell, Department of National Defense
      Dave was knowledgeable about the subject matter and helpful when students were having difficulties.
    See Dave Cox CV
  • Richard Stickel

    Years of Experience
    35

    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...

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    • Afzal Sabir, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
      Richard was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with, took questions patiently and answered understandably. He was very good with deep knowledge of VFD functionality. He used examples from field experience, which makes more sense and is easy to understand.
    • Bryce Allin, West Fraser
      Richard was very informative, willing to answer questions and find any answers he didn't know.
    • Daniel Torgerson, Enbridge
      Richard provided examples and previous experience. He answered all questions and went through the course content very well.
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  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    42

    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...

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    • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne was a very good instructor. He was able to get class interactive and involved in discussions.
    • Ty Spooner, BluEarth Renewables
      Wayne is very knowledgeable. He is also very patient and helpful with making you understand the process and reasoning for planning and testing on electrical systems
    • Jacob Lazariuk, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
      Wayne was great, very personable and knowledgeable. He was very willing to answer questions or discuss problems seen in the field.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Peter Waugh

    Years of Experience
    45

    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...

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    • Chris Fox, Invista Canada
      Peter spoke very clearly and was very organized. He was able to answer my questions with great detail and was easy to understand.
    • Jarod Hubert, Mount Milligan
      Peter did a great job teaching this course. He was very clear and thorough in explaining everything.
    • Wes Palmer, Pretium Resources
      "Peter was very knowledgeable and explained things with precision and confidence."
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  • Edward Rideout

    Years of Experience
    55

    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...

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    • Hein de Jager, Suncor
      "Ed Rideout was friendly and a very knowledgeable instructor. He kept the course interesting and makes your head work hard."
    • Greg Brataschuk, Schulte Industries Ltd.
      "Excellent, Ed totally makes the course (PLC course) He makes the course very interesting. Thank You."
    • Reid Davis, Suncor
      "Ed Rideout is very knowledgeable and is able to sit one on one to instruct those having problems. He is also able to explain in a way that makes things easier to understand."
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  • Dave Neal

    Years of Experience
    51

    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...

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    • Lance Morris, LP Golden
      “I found this course very informative with multiple points I was unaware of. Our instructor, Dave Neal was very knowledgeable and was adapt at relating the course material to on sight specifics. As well, Dave was personable and easy going.”
    • Craig Jeanveau, York Energy Centre
      “Dave was professional, knowledgeable and kept us engaged. Great course content and videos. Breaks were perfectly scheduled and the hands-on training was valuable because Dave's experience.”
    • Gerard Flegel, Westmoreland Coal – Estevan Mine
      “The instructor, Dave Neal showed tremendous knowledge of the subject, provided personal experiences directly related to the subject and did a very good job of keeping the students involved with discussions.”
    See Dave Neal CV
  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    44

    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...

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    • Luigi Marchesi, Toronto Transit Commission
      “Great job, Jim goes through material in a clear understanding way. Jim was very thorough with both arc flash and high voltage material.”
    • Mike Klamann, Toronto Transit Commission
      “I felt like I knew the instructor, Jim Roberts; he was really friendly.”
    • Mike Tomassetti, Toronto Transit Commission
      “Jim is great at his job and has taught me a lot of information on high voltage safety.”
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • “Great course. I learned a lot. It will also be great for my resume and for power linesman jobs if I get into the job trade again.”

    Talon, Renewable Energy Corp
  • Good information and course content. Sometimes, workers can get complacent in their jobs. Good eye opener delivered well with great, real life examples.

    Tim Robinson, Compass Minerals
  • The course was very informative; The instructor was knowledgeable in his teaching area and was well-prepared.

    Juan Manzanares, HATCH
  • This course material taught potentially life-saving knowledge for use in everyday work.

    Darcy Jollimore, City of Prince George
  • "I found a number of areas which we could improve safety at our facility. The instructor is knowledgeable, interesting to listen to, and related the material in an easy to understand manner."

    Austin Franklin, CF Industries.
  • "This course was eye opening as to how dangerous things can be. The instructor was interesting to listen to and course material was informative. Their was valuable information for high voltage electricians and lineman."

    Kevin Francis, Littlefuse Startco
  • "I found this course very useful, not only in working with High Voltage, but also supervising people working on High Voltage. Thank you very much."

    Ed McManus, Endako Mines
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and fielded all questions with good answers. The course is valuable to anyone who deals with high voltage.”

    Steve Murphy, Keyera Energy
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable about information. In the course he had examples of real life scenarios that make it more valuable to our job scope.”

    Jody Quennelle, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Instructor is highly educated with many years of trade experience. Course flowed smoothly and was very interesting and informative. I feel that I have gained valuable knowledge that will keep me safe.”

    Clint Thompson, Enbridge Pipelines
  • The instructor was great. He moved at a good pace and both gave many relevant examples and welcomed discussion.

    Adam Franson, Mosaic Potash Colonsay
  • The instructor had great delivery of the information in this course. The content was both excellent and tailored well for the audience recieving it.

    Tim Thomas, City of Prince George
  • “I enjoyed the class, thx, could very well just saved my life.”

    Thomas Marshall, Black & McDonald Limited
  • The instructor presented the course material well, and the material was sufficient to meet intent.

    Robert Scott Whiteside, AltaGas
  • "The course was very informative. I learned a lot regarding the potential hazards of Arc Flash and have a renewed respect for High Voltage. The instructor, Ed Rideout was very confident in the material and a great asset to the course."

    Mark Morrow, Littlefuse Startco
  • "Material was well presented. The course was interesting and informative. The material was organized and the instructor told lots of personal stories to demonstrate ideas and information. It kept things interesting. Course was well presented.

    Donald Mattinson, Halifax International Airport Authority
  • “This course was very informative and “real”. The instructor made the information feel relative and his life experiences made an impression that will make you think about the consequences of your actions when working within the electrical field. It was impressed that “short cuts” are not an...

    D Stachiw, Kimberly Clark
  • "This course was much needed and realized it was needed even more once we started."

    John Young, Greyrock Mining
  • "I found this course to be very valuable in providing a greater understanding and respect for the kinds of hazards that are present while working with and around live electrical equipment. I would recommend it to anyone working in the electrical industry."

    Tom Young, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • "This course was very valuable to better understand safety practices involving electrical equipment. It was a personal eye opener for safety related issues being that my background is mechanical. Excellent content and presentation."

    Randy Gerhart, Brookfield Renewable Energy
  • “VERY EDUCATED!! Knowledgeable. Takes time to make the students very aware of the hazards, and what PPE is required.”

    Cody Gladue, Newalta
  • "I found this course to be very informative not with just new material but re-enforcing concepts and procedures not normally used."

    Robert Turnbull, PTI Group
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and informative; made the course material understandable, and relayed it to us in a way that kept our attention.”

    Peter Hughes, Saint Mary's Cement
  • "Very good and informative about do's and dont's."

    Ryan Shaw, PCS Potash
  • “This was an amazing course as Arc Flash was not studied much when I trained many years ago. The initial shock value of the videos kept it seriously serious. The instructor was very informative and experienced. Class size kept it very personal. As I have had no experience with High Voltage this course...

    Arliss Brosinsky, Olymel
  • “Very knowledgeable. Used his experience to help educate his students. Reinforced the importance of safety situations to watch out for and potential issues.”

    Trevor Maynes, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Excellent course. Very relevant to trade practices and safety. Instructors had lots of experience to apply to course material.”

    Mason Richard, Syncrude Canada
  • The course is very informative and excellent at showing how various hazards are related to Arc Flash Hazards. Knowing rules and precautions are key to being Safe.

    Shane Simmonds, International Paper
  • “It was very informative, good and interesting presentation. Lots of good scenarios and stories.”

    Jarvis Kerr, Wajax Power System
  • "This course was very informative. Also a good review of certain aspects. The instructor was very knowledgeable about the course and excellent interaction with the class."

    Gordon Yetman, Kiewit Energy Corp.
  • “Course was very well laid out with good content. The instructor was very knowledgeable and came across well. Excellent instructor.”

    Mike Doyle, National Research Council Canada
  • “The instructor was informative, added lots of personal anecdotes, and tailored the course to our needs.”

    Jeffrey Bain, Slave Lake Pulp
  • "Course material was very relevant. Information was very valuable and all participants commented on the value of information received. I believe arc flash is underestimated across the trade and more needs to be done to make all workers aware of the dangers of arc flash. The instructor was committed to...

    Nick Maceachern, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • The course was well done. Informative with a great flow to it.

    Kent Wilburn, Skills Electric Ltd
  • “Useful course. Learned some new useful information. Also, a good reminder to work safe. The instructor was excellent.”

    Dean Piccinin, Catalyst Paper
  • “The trainer knows his stuff and has a good way of providing it in an interesting way.”

    Gilles Joanisse, National Research Council Canada
  • “The course was enlightening. Although I have no background as an electrician, the course and instructor presented the information in a way that not only made it entertaining but helped me understand the dangers of arc flash accidents.”

    Clayton Maynard, Halifax International Airport Authority
  • “Course is very informative and flows well from topic to topic/chapter to chapter. Instructor is knowledgeable and encourages class participation in a way that does not single out any individual.”

    Toby Hall, Scotian Windfields
  • Ross Dion, the instructor, kept the material interesting with plenty of real world scenarios. Despite the fact I have decades of trade experience; I learned new things in this course beneficial to increased safety and my personal comfort zone. Definitely could save some lives!!

    Todd Annett, PTI Camp Installations
  • “All good theory and hands on training. Good info on PPE.”

    Ron Komadina, Ridley Terminals Inc.
  • “Great instructor; kept it alive. Good material, with lots of examples, pictures, and past experience. Overall, good to be part of the program.”

    Chris W, Esso
  • “Good instruction, kept the course interesting. Shared his life experiences. Good job, speaks well, and a lot of knowledge.”

    Bob Currie, Panolam Industries
  • “This course was a very good eye opener as to the results of an accident/incident. How the outcome of voltages affect the incident and how the incidents can be reduced.”

    Marris Romaniuk, Syncrude
  • "Being a non-electrician, I was worried that I would not be able to follow or understand the course. However, that was not the case. It wasn't so much the electrical side of it. It was the hazards and mitigations. Very impressed, well done. Would recommend the course for anybody in the construction industry...

    Matthew Hardie, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • "The course was presented in a professional manner. Material was relevant and interesting. Definitely worth it."

    Richard Chevrefils, Boeing Canada
  • “This course brought to my attention a few hazards I had not taken into consideration before attended. Not only did I learn more about the hazards but I learned ways to mitigate and remove them. The course was very well done.”

    Mike Morrison, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • The course was both informative as well as instructional.

    Joel Pilgrim, City of Prince George
  • “Very knowledgeable. Interesting material and kept the people involved as material was instructed. Ensured material was understood before continuing on to the next section. Was more than willing to understand questions when asked. Overall, great experience. I learned lots.”

    Sean Hayes, Panolam Industries
  • “The course was enjoyable and informative. It opened my eyes to the different potential dangers involved in working on high voltage systems.”

    Ron Woodruff, Suncor
  • “This course is an excellent reminder of the dangers we face every day.”

    Erik Michelsen, Kruger Products
  • “Very informative training. The instructor, Terry Yonkheym has a lot of background knowledge on subjects to give better insight on certain situations. It will help greatly improve on how to approach work plans in a safer manner and improve the ability to identify possible hazards in the workplace.”

    Tony Iserhoff, Five Nations Energy
  • Having taken this course before, I find it interesting that I pick up something new again!! This course is well instructed and laid out."

    Jerry Kezema, Weyerhaeuser Canada
  • “This course was very helpful in reviewing proper switching techniques and helping with reminders in the hazards of electricity. Great course overall and I see it as an asset especially as a refresher.”

    John Gembala, Toronto Transit Commission
  • “Very pleased with the content of the course, and the instructor's delivery of content. Course moved at a comfortable pace with time for valued conversation. Instructor's knowledge and experience was very apparent for anyone with the chance to take one of these courses.”

    William Jessome, Jacobs Industrial Services Ltd.
  • "Course instructor, Ross Dion is very knowledgeable. I would recommend this course to all electricians."

    George Beker, PTI Group
  • “This was a very informative and practical course. The instructor was very knowledgeable with lots of work experience, stressing the importance of safety. Very good course, I enjoyed it.”

    Rob Boutotte, Cariboo Pulp & Paper
  • “This course was well put together and presented. It will have an immediate impact on all the workers in the Huntsville plant. Thanks James”

    James Burtoo, Panolam Surface Systems
  • “I thought this course succeeded in supplying very informative information and safety techniques that will greatly help all employees at this site.”

    Josh Dennis, TransAlta Cogeneration LP
  • “The information given is very helpful. Knowing the dangers of the electrical trade, and realizing the precautions necessary to take in order to keep yourself and others safe makes the course very valuable. I'm glad I participated in this training program. Thanks.”

    Charly, Catalyst Paper
  • “Good course and knowledgeable instruction. All in all, excellent course.”

    Darren Varoney, Wajax Power System
  • "This course was very informative. We got to go home with a great deal of information and knowledge."

    Matt Neil, Syncrude
  • “This course was a great reminder of how dangerous it can be in the electrical trade and the precautions to follow.”

    Karalee Krekoski, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • Informative and an eye-opener concerning risks and hazards associated when working with various voltage equipment. Good to know and understand the distant category PPE and the safety label info on the equipment with regards to arc flash.

    Nobuo Gondo, Canadian Coast Guard
  • “I recommend this course for all electricians and maintenance personnel including supervisors.”

    Robert Rosebrugh, Pembina Pipeline
  • "I learned what dangers are involved with Arc Flash & High Voltage Switching, what procedures and steps to follow to do my job safely. When to use the PPE provided and not to be afraid to ask qualified personnel advice on how to do the tasks involved. Also, how to understand and better use the policies...

    David Heft, Weyerhaeuser
  • "By far, the best course I have taken in eight years. I have worked in the oil sands. A lot of detailed information that we, as electricians, I think is very important."

    Bryan Crew, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • "Great course. I have done most of the things I have learned in this course over the years, but only now I have learned all the potential hazards and how to avoid these hazards. I have a better understanding of arc flash, high voltage, and grounding. I have a better understanding of the class of arc...

    Jason Gibbons, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “Very good instructor. Done very clearly. Used many good scenarios and stories related to the topics. Had good videos of Arc Flash which are a good eye-opener. Did a good job with the material to be conveyed to us. I felt we got in to too much electricity for the operations side of my job.”

    Don Mullen, Panolam Industries
  • The instructor did a good job of providing relevant examples throughout the course.

    Jeremy Jamieson, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “The course was very good and a real eye opener on the dangers of Arc Flash and High Voltage. I have come away with a better understanding of it and will be a lot more safety oriented and cautious of this when performing my tasks. Well done, met all my expectations and more.”

    Rob Robins, Panolam Surface Systems
  • "I found that this Arc Flash High Voltage Safety course very informative. The course brought up a lot of concepts that I was yet to hear of. The instructor was great and presented in a clear manner."

    Jake Couture, Syncrude
  • Very worthwhile as an introduction to high voltage and as a periodic refresher.

    Laurence Lefebvre, CP Rail
  • “The instructor has long history of work experience and trade craft. Very knowledgeable in his field of electrical concepts and practices. The course is well laid out with the right amount of information due to the time duration of two days. Would recommend this course for anyone in the electrical...

    Rick Warner, National Research Council Canada
  • “I really liked this course. It was a good refresher from the last time I took it. I really appreciated all of the personal stories Ross Dion told us.”

    Amanda Cardinal, Syncrude Canada
  • “This course provided valuable insight to look for hazards when dealing with electrical energy sources, when regarding use and requirements for proper PPE and isolation order of equipment. I have learned many valuable and important tools for looking for hazards.”

    Aaron Combs, Slave Lake Pulp
  • This course brings great value in pointing out the risks and countermeasures involved while working in an HV environment.

    Roberto Devova Cummins Power Generation,
  • I think it was a good course for self-awareness and to reiterate the importance of safety. Definitely worth the time to sit back and go over potential hazards that can be involved in high voltage work.

    William Robert Hillier, Sask Power
  • “Instructor was very engaging and energetic, and made the course quite enjoyable. Course was very thorough.”

    Rob Shaw, Panolam Industries
  • “The course was very informative and well planned out. My knowledge of the arc flash has increased and will share with my co-workers. Overall, great course!”

    Mark Davis, Syncrude Canada
  • "Most of the content of this course pertains to my day-to-day duties at work, and was explained in laymen's terms so it was easy to follow each step."

    Paul Sherwood, Agrium
  • The course was very informative regarding AFHVS. The instructor showed knowledge of the topics discussed. It is nice to be taught by someone with experience in the tools.

    Donny Lea, Enbridge
  • "This course gave me a new appreciation for the potential dangers we have in our MCC and plant. Also, when making out permits for work on electrical equipment it gives a better understanding of work being done. The instructor was very knowledgeable and easy to understand."

    Alan Van Bavel, TransCanada
  • “Course was very informative and helpful. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and took time to help and explain topics.”

    Nathan West, Panolam Industries
  • “Ross Dion is very knowledgeable in all aspects of the course. Course material was well presented and at a good pace. I have greater confidence in identifying hazards in high voltage situations and what steps need to be taken to control these. Great course.”

    Trevor McEachern, Black & McDonald Limited
  • "Our instructor is a very experienced man. He was able to reinforce topics by relating them to personal experience. We went through a lot of information in two days and the work on grounding is invaluable.

    Doug Rolling, Anderson Exploration
  • “Excellent presentation and material; top shelf instructor, Ross Dion.”

    Jim Shave, Syncrude
  • “Overall, great course! Lots of great details and information about arc flash and the safety involved with arc flash. The instructor made things relevant to the work we do here at the site and things to look out for. There was definitely information in the course that I didn’t already know, so that’s...

    Josh Wilson, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “Course was very helpful to bring to light the dangers with working with High Voltage. There are things at Panolam that we see daily that we take for granted and do not have any idea of the dangers or what they are or do. We can now know what to look for to maintain these systems and hopefully not...

    Graham Lonsdale, Panolam Industries
  • It was a good course with lots of valuable info. I found it much easier to understand when presented by an instructor rather than just reading modules.

    Davis Gukert, Keyera Energy
  • “I believe this course provided great information and has increased my knowledge and awareness when working with HV apparatus. The content and examples were very relevant to my current employment.”

    John Cyr, Brookfield Renewable
  • “Honest presentation regarding the seriousness of the dangers involved. Other HV courses I have been on have been sugar coated in comparison. Excellent real world examples of subject material.”

    Dave F, Catalyst Paper
  • "The course was very informative and it gave me new knowledge on High Voltage work. Key things I have learnt would be; PPE, approach distances and procedures. The instructor, Ross Dion was very informative and interesting."

    Byron Martin, Spectra Energy
  • "I learned a lot about safe grounding practices and isolating equipment. I would recommend this one but now I would like to take the more intensive, five-day course."

    Daryl Herchuck, IMC Canada Ltd.
  • “The instructor, Ross Dion had excellent knowledge and prep of the course. There was good course content. There was good use of videos and slides also excellent use of personal experiences to relate material to.”

    Rob Kingston, Shell
  • Great instructor, good information. I would highly recommend to my co-workers.

    Slawomir Panert, Pretivm
  • "This course is very informative about the arc flash capabilities in all ranges of electrical work. It gave an understanding of what I should be asking and doing before I even begin to operate a high risk piece of equipment. I personally believe that all electricians should have this training and it...

    Layli Wilson, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • This online course was real easy to follow and to understand. Overall a great refresher.

    Wayne Jaques, Enbridge
  • “I found this course helpful in clarifying some issues I had after the last time I took the course. Also a good refresher of existing knowledge that was not so fresh anymore. The instructor was friendly and proficient in the topics discussed.”

    John Bobinski, Northlands
  • I enjoyed the class very much and found it especially enjoyable as an online class.

    Tod Saunders, AltaGas
Day 1
Start time, Introductions 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class Time/End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
Day 2
Start time, Introductions 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class Time/End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
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