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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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  • Eric Knopp, Pyramid
    “This course was very informative, good instruction (Ross Dion), he kept it interesting. He was also good at illustrating key points with video and personal experience.”
  • Patrick Oster, Halifax International Airport Authority
    “Instructor extremely knowledgeable and presented the course in a way a non-electrician could understand.”
  • Marris Romaniuk, Syncrude
    “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.”
  • Robert Turnbull, PTI Group
    "I found this course to be very informative not with just new material but re-enforcing concepts and procedures not normally used."
  • Joe Toth, Transcontinental
    “The content and explanations are very good. I enjoyed talking about a topic, then watching a video on the topic.”

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
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    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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    • Simon-Paul Comeau, Graves Electrical
      Daniel is full of knowledge and I felt like he really cares about our safety.
    • Chris Hantzakos, Total Power Limited
      Daniel is a great teacher and knows how to make an interesting presentation.
    • Jean-Marc Dallaire, Broder Electric
      Daniel was very thorough with the course material. He was also good about answering questions during the course.
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  • 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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    • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
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    • Jesse Coonce, Capital Power
      Doug was a good instructor that displayed great course knowledge and was engaging while covering the content in a productive manner.
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  • 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.
    • Stefan Hayden, Canadian Coast Guard
      Paul communicated the information effectively. He didn't just read directly from the slides and kept the class engaged.
    • 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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    • Brian Heaton, CDN Controls
      Norm is a very good instructor, well-educated, and has experience to learn from.
    • 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.
    • 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.
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  • 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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    • Scott Hay, International Paper
      The instructor was willing to help out and point you in the right direction if you had any problems. I highly recommend this course.
    • Carson Jeffrey, Alberta Health Services
      Dave was able to answer any of my questions and did not rush any parts of the course, which gave me the time I needed to understand and complete each exercise.
    • Ryan Taylor, Global Container Group
      I found Dave very calm, professional, and patient.
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  • 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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    • Dana Latsay, Enbridge Pipelines INC
      Richard was a very good instructor. He kept the course interesting and asked the class a lot of questions to engage us. Knowledgeable with good answers for questions the class had.
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      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.
    • Nicole Deck, CAE
      Richard is well-spoken and paced the course 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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    • Steven Murphy, Keyera Corp.
      Wayne is very knowledgeable and presents in a very good manner.
    • Adam Brown, Alberta Health Services
      Wayne was clear in his explanations. He helped you think your way through a problem instead of just telling you the answer.
    • Andrew Kazmirchuk, City of Ottawa
      Wayne is a wonderful instructor. He explains concepts well and draws from his personal career experience to give us real world examples.
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  • 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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    • 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."
    • William Hanton, Claresholm Solar
      Peter was very knowledgeable in the content he was teaching. His presentation of the material was great. Thanks again Peter!
    • 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.
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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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    • Sean Callahan, Suncor
      "The instructor, Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with."
    • Pat Onions, Syncrude Canada
      "Good natured, easy to understand. Ed was very knowledgeable and practical."
    • Jeff Henderson, Pengrowth Energy Corp.
      "Ed seemed to have a good background knowledge of the material based on field and teaching experience. He was easily approachable and would help when needed."
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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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    • Bero Balaban, Nortown Electrical Contractors
      “This course was very informative. Dave Neal made it very interesting and interactive. Stressed the importance on how to avoid arc flash and what was needed to survive an arc flash. He did a great job.”
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      “Dave was a very good instructor, very knowledgeable. I enjoyed this class.”
    • Todd Bignold, Graymont
      “Dave was great, had tons of examples, videos were good and his knowledge on the material was very good.”
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  • 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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    • Garrison Supplee, Cummins
      Jim thoroughly delivered the information in a cheerful upbeat manner that made the 2-day course enjoyable and move quickly.
    • Salman Afzal, Syncrude Canada
      “Jim Roberts is a really good instructor; he explained everything in detail and explained the hazards of switching electrical equipment. He has shown us the safest way of switching and what to look for when switching. I would recommend Jim because he is experienced and very safe and he knows the stuff...
    • Chris Drdla, University of Toronto
      Jim was an exceptional instructor. It was great to have an instructor with so much hands-on experience. Jim kept me engaged in a course where I would normally be zoning out. Overall I would like to have Jim back to teach other courses.
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  • I think this course is necessary to perform the work safely and properly. If you are doing any type of high voltage work or switching.

    Trevor McArter, Sutherland and Shultz ltd
  • The material covered is directly related to what we electricians deal with daily. It was a good eye-opener and refresher on the dangers/risks we take on a lot of things we do on autopilot.

    Justin Hannon, Canfor Pulp
  • "I felt that this course contained very good subject material and was presented in a professional and interesting fashion. The instructor, Ross Dion showed very good knowledge and extensive expertise. I would recommend both the course and instructor without hesitation."

    Jesse Coonce, Capital Power Corp.
  • “This course was very informative, good instruction (Ross Dion), he kept it interesting. He was also good at illustrating key points with video and personal experience.”

    Eric Knopp, Pyramid
  • “Instructor extremely knowledgeable and presented the course in a way a non-electrician could understand.”

    Patrick Oster, Halifax International Airport Authority
  • “Course content was in excellent, especially with reference to the Z462 with real-life scenarios. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and was able to give advice and answer pertinent questions.”

    Matthew Ferguson, Inter-Pipeline Limited
  • “This is a very informative course with a knowledgeable and experienced instructor. I took this course 4 to 5 years ago, so this was a good review of the safety aspects regarding the switching and high voltage. I will be taking this course in the future to stay up to date.”

    Aaron Belanger, Syncrude Canada
  • "Great examples of Arc Flash potential and how to avoid the hazards entirely. It confirms the need for written procedures and processes when working with high voltage."

    Chris Heinrich, Brookfield Renewable Energy
  • “Very informative. I took this course six years ago when I was working in Generation. It was a good refresher and good to see. I am still doing the safety steps that I learned the first time.”

    Norman Penner, Catalyst Paper
  • “Friendly, knowledgeable and no BS. Having been in the industry since before the dinosaurs were turned to oil, it makes a big difference learning from someone who has been around and didn’t just learn it from a book. Course is invaluable, 3rd time taking it and learnt tons new every single time.”

    Adam Lord, Syncrude
  • “Very good, informative course. Very well instructed course providing very good information.”

    Kent Star Inter Pipeline,
  • “The course was very informative and definitely an eye opener. The instructor was knowledgeable and very helpful.”

    Shane Henstridge, Syncrude Canada
  • “This is a very worthwhile course for electrical workers, and for first-time students. There is some really good material covered, with some real eye-opener moments. The instructor was good, knowledgeable and witty. He was able to hold your attention.”

    Jason Manning, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Great presentation with relevant, practical info. All of the high voltage information was new to me. I'm in refrigeration mechanic. Thank you.”

    Laura, Department of National Defense
  • Very instructive course on the dangers of arc flash. Good to know information on how to read warning signs and the precautions to take. I learned a lot from the course.

    Thomas Hildebrandt, Canadian Coast Guard
  • "I thought this course was very well presented. Even though I'm an operator and not an electrician, I still got a lot of useful information on the dangers of Arc Flashes and High Voltage Equipment. It has given me a greater respect for the power and energy that can be emitted or faulted from these types...

    David Phum, Syncrude
  • “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 informative course, to the point with lots of use of everyday situations as examples.”

    Stephen Arnold, Black and McDonald
  • “I really enjoyed this course. I found it very informative and learnt a lot. Ross Dion was great and presented things in a way that was easy to understand. I would highly recommend this course to others.”

    Wade Pickrem, Black & McDonald Limited
  • “This was a very informative course to help create more safety knowledge in our workplace. The instructor gave an interesting presentation with post experience while keeping things interactive.”

    James Hoffe, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “The instructor and course was worth taking and should be taken by anyone that is working with any voltage.”

    Nick Durling, Scotian Windfields
  • “Instructor has a lot of knowledge of the subject with personal experience. Course was not dry; he was able to keep people engaged both days. Good course for anyone to take, no matter what point in their career they may be.”

    James Collins, Syncrude
  • “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
  • I feel it's a very needed course. You never stop learning, and the knowledge you retain makes you better equipped to make safe decisions on the days you need to be at your best.

    Terry Sabraw, Enbridge
  • “Great instructor gave everybody chance to participate, good pace, and quality of material. Very knowledgeable and experienced at his job.”

    Wendell Robicheau, Esso Imperial Oil
  • "Set forth the value of not rushing into tasks. Take the course, especially for the Arc Flash component."

    Tim Kupchanko, Spectra Energy
  • “Great course. I would definitely recommend it to other electricians. Very informative.”

    Luke Beauchesne, Catalyst Paper
  • “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
  • “High Voltage Arc Flash training was great. I learnt a lot about procedures and above 5kv safety. I would recommend all project and utility electrical workers to take this. The instructor, Ross Dion was great, right amount of information and personal experiences to go along with the manuals.”

    Jason Joudrie, Black & McDonald Limited
  • “Good stories, reminders and information, love the tables in the books for values (arc fault, etc.) and calculations for different things.”

    C Dummit, Mellon Inc.
  • "Lots of material, well written and was communicated with clarity."

    Maxine Firmston, TransAlta
  • "Course was very well presented by Ross Dion. He is very real about his presentation and very knowledgeable with his real life experiences. Very much enjoyed the information and the added information I have gained."

    Darrell Ohlmann, PTI Group
  • "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 course was very well put together and well-instructed. I learned needed information and was given real examples of the material. Good use of breaks and videos. I would recommend this course to others in the field.”

    Kevin Aikenhead, Pattern Energy
  • "The material covered was something I could directly relate to the tasks I’m expected to perform. Good communication between instructor and students."

    Tom Koehler, Canadian Fertilizers Limited
  • “The content and explanations are very good. I enjoyed talking about a topic, then watching a video on the topic.”

    Joe Toth, Transcontinental
  • “I feel much safer in approaching my day to day electrical tasks. I cannot wait to share these tips with other co-workers in the future.”

    Filippo Caro, ADM-Agri Industries
  • “I thought the instructor was very knowledgeable. The course was very informative, makes me think about some of my methods of doing things!!”

    Dave Jones, West Fraser Quesnel Plywood
  • The course had a good balance of technical information and visual aids such as photos and videos. The pace was not too fast, and the breaks were evenly spread.

    Jaxon Stel, Canadian Coast Guard
  • “Very impressed with the instructor, Ross Dion, the knowledge of material and sharing of many stories and videos.”

    Jayson Dekock, Imperial Oil Resources
  • “The course has a lot of good information to rely on to be safe and to do things in a proper sequence to do the job right. It was very informative on all aspects.”

    Randy Hricz, University of Saskatchewan
  • 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
  • “Excellent presentation and material; top shelf instructor, Ross Dion.”

    Jim Shave, Syncrude
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable in the subjects being taught.

    Dillon Seminchuk, West Fraser
  • “This was the best class I have taken so far.”

    Troy McLeod, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “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
  • “The course was very informative. I feel that my journeymen have gained valuable knowledge to keep them (and me, the apprentice) safe.

    Jamie St. Michael, Tolko
  • “The instructor was clear, patience, helpful, and well spoken. I appreciate the great depth of knowledge, his ability to provide excellent and practical answers to our questions, was very helpful. The course objectives were met. I have a much better understanding of the CSA Z462. A great two day course.”

    Christopher Symak, Symak Technology Ltd.
  • “Lots of good information and practical experience from the instructor.”

    Aaron Combs, Slave Lake Pulp
  • “Instructor was extremely knowledgeable and had lots of industry experience to draw on. This was beneficial as he could relate subject matter to real life experiences. Content was appropriate and well delivered.”

    Dale Latin, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • The course was great, and so was the instructor. It refreshed my memory on a few things and taught me a lot of new things.

    Jasen Lindquist, Cenovus
  • “Instructor was detailed in importing his knowledge when teaching this course. This generated a lot of discussion and made the topics easier to understand. I would recommend this course to my co-workers.”

    Ed Hamilton, Williams Energy Canada
  • “Informative, very good instructor, knowledgeable. Would recommend for anyone dealing with electricity in the work place.”

    Gary Grove, Westmoreland Coal
  • “This course is an excellent reminder of the dangers we face every day.”

    Erik Michelsen, Kruger Products
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable in the course materials and taught them well. The course was very informative.

    Mark Schomburg, City of Prince George
  • "This course was eye opening and informative. The instructor, Dave Neal was knowledgeable with relevant examples and stories."

    Shane Ball, SMS Equipment
  • “Excellent presentation and was very informative. The presentation and explanation was very good.”

    Anupriya Nirmal, Littlefuse Startco
  • “This course was very informative and well presented. I think it covered all of the main points regarding Arc Flash safety. I definitely have a greater understanding of the hazards associated with Arc Flash.”

    Sean Severs, Imperial Oil Resources
  • "Very interesting and even if I'm not an electrician I realized what could be happening around me. It was also a good eye-opener, very good instructor, had good points about different scenarios, even for different trades and how it affects them."

    Brody Sampson, 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
  • “Very good course. I recommend this course to every electrical company in the entire world. Thank you for the training.”

    Jose Ferrara, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “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 was very informative and helpful. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and took time to help and explain topics.”

    Nathan West, Panolam Industries
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable in the course material and was very professional.

    Darren Ryan, Pembina
  • Excellent course. The instructor, Ross Dion, was very knowledgeable. He answered many questions I had and enlightened me to some procedures I was not following correctly.

    Jeremy Hamilton, PTI Group
  • “This course is very informative and useful to anyone who works in the electrical industry. I learnt everything I expected to learn and several things I knew nothing about. I would recommend this course to any and all workers, management and personnel for electrical contractors and large plants who...

    Jean-Marc Dallaire, Broder Electric
  • "The instructor was able to put things in simple terms, and made it easy to understand what he was trying to get across. He gave me a lot better understanding of arc flashes and helped understand the potential dangers a lot better. Job well done."

    Richard Kelly, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “Great course. In-depth and no grey areas. The instructor made it fun and interesting.”

    Cole Mitchelmore, Syncrude Canada
  • “The instructor, Dave Neal and the course material were both awesome and very informing. As an apprentice my knowledge base in the E/I field is still being built, but thanks to Dave and this in depth course I have a lot more knowledge on the dangers of arc flash, as well as safety practices when dealing...

    Ryan Lund, Daishowa-Marubeni
  • "I believe this is an excellent course for anyone that has to work around power. The instructor was well informed and knowledgeable."

    Steven Randell, Unified System Group
  • “Course content moves at a reasonable for attendees to maintain focus. The course content is very relevant to the electrical installed on site.”

    Phil Lasek, Shell
  • "This course had excellent information as well as presentation. It provided a great deal of information regarding electrical safety and Arc Flash. It also had a good hands on demonstration. The manual for the course is very detailed with lots of information. And the instructor was very knowledgeable...

    Brad Sadoway, TransCanada
  • "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.
  • “Very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Very good experience. He spoke to a level that we all understand.”

    David Titley, National Research Council Canada
  • “Excellent course. Instructor with field experience was great. Being able to compare class instruction to field experiences was very informative.”

    Bill Joy, TransAlta
  • "I was pleasantly surprised by how much useful & practical information I took away from this course which I will be able to apply to my job immediately."

    Matt Thompson, DMI Peace River Pulp
  • “The course was very good to give you both the knowledge and hands on experience. The lab was very good to see all the equipment and its operation. Always very interesting and will definitely help with future work and understanding. The instructor was very helpful with answering any questions we had...

    Jesse McDonald, Prodigy Tech Group
  • Course content was precisely designed and touched most of the basic aspects of ARC Flash & safety related hazards.

    Aamir Latif Baloch, Canadian Light Source Inc
  • “The presentation of materials was excellent and informative. Safety aspect was very good. Material will be good for reference.”

    Irvin Landherr, Finning Canada
  • “Excellent, very informative. The information taught is valuable to me as an industrial maintenance electrician. I will recommend this course to any family/friends in the industrial sector.”

    Curtis Welch, Graymont Pavilion Plant
  • “This was an excellent course. Presentation was relevant and informative. Lots of experience.”

    Paul Dawson, South Kent Wind
  • "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 information received was clear, concise and very helpful. It will save or help save my life as an electrician.”

    Tony Vuksan, Panolam Industries
  • “Very knowledgeable and easy to ask questions. Easy to understand and willing to answer questions about other electrical that is relative.”

    Gord Crowe, Syncrude Canada
  • The instructor spoke very well and was knowledgeable in the topics as well as having a lot of real life experience with what was being taught in the course.

    Ian Robertson, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “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
  • "This course was a great learning experience. Being a high voltage electrician, I feel this course laid out all produces and safety measures very well."

    Wes Palmer, Pretium Resources
  • “I enjoyed learning about proper grounding procedure and PPE. Proper switching procedures and sizing ground cables was very informative.”

    Paul Figueiredo, Smith and Long
  • “This course provided a refresher to some topics as well introduced some new topics I wasn’t aware of. Excellent visuals accompanied with course material. I would recommend this course to others.”

    Michael Wilgosh, ESSO Imperial Oil
  • “Excellent! The instructor, Ed Rideout was very open to discussions, he clarified all of our questions, was very adaptable and he knew every answer. He was also open to suggestions, took note of our observations and debated our doubts. I’m very happy because I have more knowledge about the hazards...

    Augusto Velazquez, Saipem
  • "Safety awareness is extremely valuable. The instructor was knowledgeable and experience level was high. Course was relevant to Ace Instruments operators, dangers of 480v, 600v faults. Complacency of low voltage altitude. Direct referral to CSA documentation regarding PPE levels very clear. Definition...

    Derich Seidl, Ace Instruments Ltd.
  • The course was well done. Informative with a great flow to it.

    Kent Wilburn, Skills Electric Ltd
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable of the material presented, easy to listen to and kept material flowing. The course was very good to re-establish the hazards and potential of arc flash and injury it can cause.”

    Derek Milliken, Koch Fertilizer
  • Very worthwhile as an introduction to high voltage and as a periodic refresher.

    Laurence Lefebvre, CP Rail
  • “Very informative and interactive course. Presentation was good. Information was up-to-date, and very practical.”

    Kevin Johnson, Enbridge Pipelines
  • This course was extremely informative. There were lots of topics that were enlightening of various safety issues and safe practice procedures. I fee like I'm leaving this course more knowledgeable and more confident, that I can perform my jobs and tasks safer and help protect co-workers.

    Philip Robetts, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • "Fantastic course and instructor, I learnt a lot and would highly recommend this course to others. One of the best courses I have taken to date in my training. The instructor, Terry Yonkheym was very knowledgeable and the course was very well presented! Thanks!

    Eric MacGregor, PTI
  • "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
  • “Course was very helpful, very good reminder of what we work with every day and a good refresher. Instructor was very good, helpful and knowledgeable. Very good course.”

    Justin Lynch, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
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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