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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 Z462-24 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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April 25 – 26, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Winnipeg time OR24336 $1379.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
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  • Adam Durdle, Syncrude Canada
    “Was a very good class and opened my eyes to a lot of the hazards that are out there. The instructor answered all of my questions and was well prepared.”
  • Josh Peeling, PTI Group
    "I found this instructor, Ross Dion to be well experienced and knowledgeable of the course material. He was well spoken and easy to understand. I feel safer after having taken this course. Excellent Job!!"
  • Thomas Hildebrandt, Canadian Coast Guard
    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.
  • Bob Currie, Panolam Industries
    “Good instruction, kept the course interesting. Shared his life experiences. Good job, speaks well, and a lot of knowledge.”
  • Phil Lasek, Shell
    “Course content moves at a reasonable for attendees to maintain focus. The course content is very relevant to the electrical installed on site.”

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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  • “Very knowledgeable, knew his stuff. Very clear in what he was teaching. Really liked his personal stories and how they relate to the course. Appreciated getting taught by a guy who has actually had his hands on the job.”

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  • “Course is a good reminder for potential hazards. All employees who work on or switch electrical equipment should be made aware of possible issues.”

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    Corey Oana, Shell Canada
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    Frank Fiacco, Imperial Oil, Esso
  • “Great course. The instructor had a lot of great knowledge and eye-opening stories that gave everyone in the room cold shivers from what I could see. The best learning is not from the textbooks but from the knowledge of a veteran from the field. Again, great course. Well-prepared.”

    Adam O'Neill, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp
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    Andrew MacGillivray, Syncrude
  • “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.”

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  • “Overall, this was a good course. The practical exercises were a good feature and helped validate the understanding of concepts.”

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  • The instructor was very easy to listen to and to follow in the way that he taught the course.

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    Christopher Symak, Symak Technology Ltd.
  • “Gained knowledge required to figure out proper arc flash category for choosing the appropriate PPE and the proper way to isolate circuits in proper manner.”

    Mike Carswell, Mellon Inc.
  • “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
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  • “Relevant experience applied to classroom presentation makes a valuable experience. Thank you.”

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  • "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
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    Nathan West, Panolam Industries
  • The instructor was knowledgeable and the course materials were very helpful.

    Jordan Garneau, City of Prince George
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    Jayson Dekock, Imperial Oil Resources
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    Michael Bennett, Essroc Cement Canada
  • “The instructor was a great person to relay the information in an understandable way. The information was up to date and easy to take in and understand. After taking this course, I feel much safer around high voltage and making sure the equipment is locked out safely.”

    Chris Hale, TransAlta
  • “Useful course. Learned some new useful information. Also, a good reminder to work safe. The instructor was excellent.”

    Dean Piccinin, Catalyst Paper
  • “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.”

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    Tyler Montgomery, Canadian Coast Guard
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    Mike Karsten, Northlands
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    Lucas North, Catalyst Paper
  • “Awesome! Couldn’t be better!”

    James Cox, Tolko
  • “Course material was very relative to our workplace and to understand and refresh safe work practices. The instructor was very knowledgeable in this field.”

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  • “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
  • “All good theory and hands on training. Good info on PPE.”

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  • “Was a very good class and opened my eyes to a lot of the hazards that are out there. The instructor answered all of my questions and was well prepared.”

    Adam Durdle, Syncrude Canada
  • “He got safety across to me. I don’t know if I will ever be the same, without upgrades in my equipment I will not be performing some tasks I currently did. I truly learnt important procedures I needed to know and teach my apprentice to keep us both safe.”

    Mark Briscoe, Pembroke
  • The instructor taught in a way that was easily understood and the course was very informative.

    Jeff Mosdell, Air Liquide
  • "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
  • "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 well prepared and the course material was presented well. The instructors personal experiences helped show his knowledge of the subject.”

    Mark Stanford, Black & McDonald Limited
  • "This course was much needed and realized it was needed even more once we started."

    John Young, Greyrock Mining
  • The course was very informative for someone who isn't an electrician. I have a much better understanding of the hazards.

    Burke McLellan, Canfor Pulp
  • “Very knowledgeable, highly recommend and will certainly look forward to re-certify with the same instructor, no questions that he could not answer.”

    Marius Uldama, Esso Imperial Oil
  • “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.
  • “Very informational and eye opening since I had the same thing similar six years ago. Helpful in educating myself in the dangers of arc flash and new standards for my workplace. The instructor was well versed and full of appropriate field experiences to share.”

    Dustin Yarosh, Imperial Oil, Esso
  • “Very good course. I learnt a lot on safety and to be more aware of high voltage. Very happy I came to the course, very knowledgeable and answered all questions.”

    Shane Higgins, Black & McDonald Limited
  • "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 enjoyed the class, thx, could very well just saved my life.”

    Thomas Marshall, Black & McDonald Limited
  • “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
  • “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
  • “Very knowledgeable instructor. Very good content, it was interesting and fun. This will save my life.”

    Michael Downing, Syncrude Canada
  • “Course was informative and the instructor presented it well and was knowledgeable.”

    Mike King, Syncrude Canada
  • “The instructor, Dave Neal was very good and very knowledgeable. The course outline was excellent. I wish more management people were there to see what we deal with.”

    Steve Coates, Essroc Cement Canada
  • The course was very well presented and both Dave and Jon checked in on us to make sure that the experience was a good one.

    Matthew Litzenberger, University of British Columbia Okanagan
  • “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
  • 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
  • “I learnt a lot from this course. We moved through a bunch of vital material at a good pace. Our instructor, Ross Dion made learning a pleasure. Thank you for having us from Teen Challenge.”

    Alex Teichroeb, Teen Challenge
  • "Set forth the value of not rushing into tasks. Take the course, especially for the Arc Flash component."

    Tim Kupchanko, Spectra Energy
  • “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
  • “A great course and very informative. The instructor clearly stated everything and had relevant stories that had a lot to learn from.”

    Thomas Hangar, CF Industries
  • “The material was presented well and backed up with personal experience. It was an eye opener to how some beliefs I had with the flow of current and how electricity worked were challenged and proved incorrect. I feel more prepared now than ever to properly work on high voltage gear.”

    Kyle Bray, University of Saskatchewan
  • “VERY EDUCATED!! Knowledgeable. Takes time to make the students very aware of the hazards, and what PPE is required.”

    Cody Gladue, Newalta
  • “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
  • “Good course. Good safety refresher. Could save your life!”

    Derwyn Davies, Westmoreland Coal
  • "I found this instructor, Ross Dion to be well experienced and knowledgeable of the course material. He was well spoken and easy to understand. I feel safer after having taken this course. Excellent Job!!"

    Josh Peeling, PTI Group
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable and it was easy to see that he is passionate about what was being taught within the course.

    Donny Lea, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Very informative, good layout and good presentation. Very impressed with the course, and the instructor. I would highly recommend it.”

    Chance Obrigewitch, Enbridge Pipelines
  • "This was an excellent course. I found it very useful for my daily tasks."

    Ryan Pozzi, Syncrude
  • “The course material covered all aspects of Arc Flash and High Voltage Safety as was expected.”

    Bob Nalleweg, Victoria Airport Authority
  • “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 instructor was very knowledgeable in the course materials and taught them well. The course was very informative.

    Mark Schomburg, City of Prince George
  • The course was well done. Informative with a great flow to it.

    Kent Wilburn, Skills Electric Ltd
  • “Excellent presentation and material; top shelf instructor, Ross Dion.”

    Jim Shave, Syncrude
  • “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
  • The course was very informative; The instructor was knowledgeable in his teaching area and was well-prepared.

    Juan Manzanares, HATCH
  • “This course was very informative, it brought to light a lot of things in Electrical that we take for granted, like the importance of grounding when working on live voltage and more important when working on High Voltage dead circuits.”

    John Slaney, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “Very informative, course topics pertain very extensively to our typical scope of work. Ross Dion was a great presenter of the information with openness to discuss. Also, had a knowledge base to back up information and relate it to field work. Very important!”

    Jason MacInnis, Black & McDonald Limited
  • “Training was very helpful and informative about safety and the potential of high risk accidents. I enjoyed the presentation and found it helpful and obtained a good amount of knowledge.”

    Dave K, Panolam
  • "I learnt a great deal of information that I should use on a regular basis. I was unaware of several hazards that the instructor, Ed Rideout made us aware of. Ed gave us lots of examples of hazards and how to remove them. I really enjoyed the course."

    Derek Bruce, Ainsworth
  • “Well versed with the subject matter. Every subject is well explained, and elaborated. Willing to accept questions and explanations were simple and understandable.”

    Rogelio Caldoza, Littlefuse Startco
  • “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
  • 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
  • “Good instruction, kept the course interesting. Shared his life experiences. Good job, speaks well, and a lot of knowledge.”

    Bob Currie, Panolam Industries
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable and conveyed content clearly and concisely. Any questions we had on the presented topics were answered.

    Aaron Paterson, Centerra Gold
  • “Very informative course, to the point with lots of use of everyday situations as examples.”

    Stephen Arnold, Black and McDonald
  • Very worthwhile as an introduction to high voltage and as a periodic refresher.

    Laurence Lefebvre, CP Rail
  • "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.
  • “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
  • “I really enjoyed this course. A real eye-opener, I’m going to change a lot of my own procedures as a result of it.”

    Gregg Burkitt, Smith and Long
  • "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
  • "The Arc Flash High Voltage Safety course covered a lot of topics, each topic had good explanations on how & why different faults occur. The course also gives good examples of safe work practises."

    Mike Savard, Apache Corporation
  • “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
  • “Course was very informative and the instructor was very informed and easy to understand. Learnt a lot of safety features which can be used at work.”

    Andre Gaudrault, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “Excellent, relevant, current, informative and friendly.”

    Mitch MacLean, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “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
  • “Good. Some information was a refresher but I did learn some things and it made me aware of the practices that I should be doing differently.”

    Pete Sullivan, National Research Council Canada
  • “The instructor was excellent. Straight to the point and a lot of the material backed with real world experiences. The course covered some holes in my work experiences and I considered it to be quite valuable.”

    Jeff Smith, Kruger Products LP
  • “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
  • “A very good course and instructor. The course was laid out very well. One of the best high voltage courses I have attended.”

    Henry Simonson, Enbridge Pipelines
  • "This course was eye opening and informative. The instructor, Dave Neal was knowledgeable with relevant examples and stories."

    Shane Ball, SMS Equipment
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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