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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 discussions 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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June 16 – 17, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time OR25316 $1379.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
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  • Mike King, Syncrude Canada
    “Course was informative and the instructor presented it well and was knowledgeable.”
  • Gary Grove, Westmoreland Coal
    “Informative, very good instructor, knowledgeable. Would recommend for anyone dealing with electricity in the work place.”
  • Kevin Aikenhead, Pattern Energy
    “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.”
  • Patrick Oster, Halifax International Airport Authority
    “Instructor extremely knowledgeable and presented the course in a way a non-electrician could understand.”
  • Matt Thompson, DMI Peace River Pulp
    "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."

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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  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    49

    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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    Years of Experience
    48

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  • Norm Jewitt

    Years of Experience
    40

    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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    Years of Experience
    43

    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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    Years of Experience
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    Years of Experience
    36

    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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    Years of Experience
    31

    Keith Holden has over 30 years experience in the high voltage electrical field. His educational background is comprised of Electrical Engineering Technician from Fleming College and in addition ongoing education including Tap Root Accident Investigation, Safe Start safety training, Measurement Canada Regulations. He has worked with the largest utility Hydro One in various leadership and operational...

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    Years of Experience
    46

    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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      Peter was very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions/elaborate on specific parts/topics. His previous experience working in the electrical field allows him to use his practical knowledge to make the information easier to understand.
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  • Edward Rideout

    Years of Experience
    56

    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...

    • Tyler Romanchuk, Suncor
      “The course was excellent overall. The instructor, Ed Rideout was clear and made you feel comfortable with the material. Excellent tools and equipment provided.”
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  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    45

    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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  • “The instructor provided information in a clear and efficient manner. The slide were effective and understandable, the instructor answered questions and explained the material in detail. A great course.”

    Aigerim Botpayeva, University of Toronto
  • "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
  • “Excellent course. Learned a lot about dangers in my trade, as well as an apprentice it has definitely changed my outlook when it comes to electricity. I know a lot more about what can happen, where in the field and how to prevent it. I'm very glad I took this course, the instructor taught me a lot...

    Chantelle Zalluski, Syncrude Canada
  • "This was an excellent course. It gave great awareness to the hazards and risks of the electrical components within the plant."

    David Thom, TransCanada
  • “The instructor delivered the topic in a precise and organized order. He answered well when we asked questions about the topic. It is a valuable training which we can apply at work and teach others how to do it safely.”

    Dominador Pader, Syncrude Canada
  • The instructor was knowledgeable and the course materials were very helpful.

    Jordan Garneau, City of Prince George
  • This course was very informative as well as a good refresher for someone who works in the high voltage industry. The format was well laid out and very clear and concise. The instruction was excellent. I really enjoyed and appreciated the informal format as far as open discussions and asking and answering...

    Reid Williams, Syncrude
  • “I would highly recommend this course to my co-workers. It offers a lot of helpful information regarding many hazards involved with high voltage installations and maintenance.”

    Chris Skinner, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • "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
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    Nathan West, Panolam Industries
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    Ryan Lund, Daishowa-Marubeni
  • "I thought Dave Neal was very knowledgeable in the electrical field. I certainly feel the benefit of getting a wake-up call to the dangers of electricity. I especially liked the grounding section. I felt it was great to get a refresher on it due to how long its been since we have touched on that."

    Chad MacLean, SMS Equipment
  • “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
  • “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
  • “This course is an excellent reminder of the dangers we face every day.”

    Erik Michelsen, Kruger Products
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    Steve McNeil, Brookfield Renewable Energy
  • "Very good and informative about do's and dont's."

    Ryan Shaw, PCS Potash
  • “Course was informative and the instructor presented it well and was knowledgeable.”

    Mike King, Syncrude Canada
  • “Thought the instructor did a fantastic job, he was very informative and good sense of humor. I learnt a lot about electrical power that I did not know.”

    Kevin MacKinnon, Panolam Industries
  • "This course was eye opening and informative. The instructor, Dave Neal was knowledgeable with relevant examples and stories."

    Shane Ball, SMS Equipment
  • "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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    Graham Lonsdale, Panolam Industries
  • “This course teaches you to respect electricity and gives you a better understanding of the risk involved with electricity.”

    Kent Mann, Keyera Energy
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    Julian Coleman, Signal Electric Ltd.
  • The instructor taught in a way that was continually interesting throughout the whole of the course.

    Jonathan Gingras, Boralex
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    Tyler Montgomery, Canadian Coast Guard
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    Mike Laurie, Signal Electric Ltd.
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    Jeff Taylor, Brookfield Renewable Energy Group
  • “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
  • “VERY EDUCATED!! Knowledgeable. Takes time to make the students very aware of the hazards, and what PPE is required.”

    Cody Gladue, Newalta
  • "The course was very interesting and informative in regards to how dangerous an arc flash can be. Dave Neal shared many personal stories and experiences. The course made us aware of the proper protective gear that an electrician requires to be safe in an Arc Flash situation. Very good course and instructor."

    Mike Wilgosh, SMS Equipment
  • “The instructor was on the ball, very knowledgeable and has a knack for getting the content to the student. I learnt more than I thought I would. Good job!”

    Eric Lefebvre, York Energy Centre
  • “The trainer knows his stuff and has a good way of providing it in an interesting way.”

    Gilles Joanisse, National Research Council Canada
  • “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
  • The instructor was very easy to listen to and to follow in the way that he taught the course.

    Sean Thirkettle, City of PG
  • "This is a really good course, it opened my eyes and reminded me of the dangers we face every day in our industry. After time you get complacent and don't think about the danger. This course makes you realize the potential and how to safely protect yourself from it."

    Alex Elder, Syncrude
  • “The course was very good. Much appreciated. The power point is in the manual which is great.”

    Michael Farley, National Research Council Canada
  • "This course was interesting, informative and a great way to learn the safety of working near High Voltage Systems."

    Roderick Lavers, Syncrude
  • “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
  • “The material and topics are relevant to situations in the work place. It gave lots to consider and things can be used in real life situations.”

    Chis Thomsen, Pembina Pipeline
  • “Good awareness of safety, proper clothing and proper equipment/tools to use.”

    Mike Zahra, Toronto Transit Commission
  • I appreciated that it helped my personal complacency. Re-iterated to me why we are qualified tradespeople, why we are subject matter experts and need to take our safety extremely personally. I also liked meshing with residential and commercial electricians, brought back a lot of fond memories.

    Carmelle Smyth, Centerra Gold
  • “This course is detailed, is excellent for a refresher. I recommend this course to everybody.”

    Bruce Rogers, Syncrude Canada
  • "The instructor, Ed Rideout was very helpful and had excellent information. The information provided will be very helpful in operating and maintaining the high voltage switchgear in a safe manner."

    Michael Power, Greyrock Mining
  • "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.
  • “Fantastic high level overview of Arc Flash Safety and HV switching orders. The instructor was knowledgeable and delivered the content in an easy to learn fashion.”

    Doug Dewar, Capital Power
  • “This course has brought attention to many scenarios; short circuits, proper grounding to proper PPE. I definitely am leaving the course with knowledge.”

    Mark Mills, Catalyst Paper
  • “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 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 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
  • “Informative, very good instructor, knowledgeable. Would recommend for anyone dealing with electricity in the work place.”

    Gary Grove, Westmoreland Coal
  • “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
  • “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 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
  • 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
  • "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.
  • “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.
  • “Great course, it was very well presented and good material. I learnt a lot on safe work procedures with working on high voltage equipment.”

    William Cairns, Essroc Cement
  • “Very informative, good layout and good presentation. Very impressed with the course, and the instructor. I would highly recommend it.”

    Chance Obrigewitch, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Very knowledgeable instructor. Very good content, it was interesting and fun. This will save my life.”

    Michael Downing, Syncrude Canada
  • 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
  • “Great course. The instructor was good and very knowledgeable. I recommend this course to anyone with an electrical background.”

    Mike Hillier, 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
  • “Great instructor. He explained in detail all questions we had. He opened our eyes to potential dangers that may occur at our site and others. He may have saved some lives.”

    Dustin Jordan, TransAlta
  • “The course covered a lot more than just arc flash safety. It also included electrical safety. I would recommend this course to anyone working around electrical components to help identify potential hazards.”

    Ryan Goodin, Finning Canada
  • “Course material was very relative to our workplace and to understand and refresh safe work practices. The instructor was very knowledgeable in this field.”

    Robin Chambers, Saint Mary's Cement
  • “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
  • “Instructor extremely knowledgeable and presented the course in a way a non-electrician could understand.”

    Patrick Oster, Halifax International Airport Authority
  • "The instructor, Ed Rideout was an excellent teacher, good communicator and kept the course from being slow and boring. The course will definitely give me more confidence around high voltage, MCC and switchgear."

    Adam Loder, ABB Ushitau
  • "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
  • “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 relevant to my job's work environment. Every electrician should have this training. Learned a lot of new information. Great refresher for the electrical trade."

    Patrick Hickey, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “This was a very good course and a knowledgeable instructor. Good set up with the lab trailer for some hands on time.”

    Darcy Thomas, Syncrude Canada
  • “Very educating course. Lots of field level facts and useful tips.”

    Craig Venhola, Prodigy Tech Group
  • “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
  • “My overall review on the course was very impressive. Very knowledgeable in the course content and answered all questions with expertise. I will recommend this course to others. I took away the proper knowledge that I know I feel more competent in switching when the time comes.”

    Geoff Sawyer, Enbridge Pipelines
  • “Lots of good information and practical experience from the instructor.”

    Aaron Combs, Slave Lake Pulp
  • “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
  • “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
  • “This was a very informative course with plenty of life saving techniques and advice. The instructor was very knowledgeable and capable of relating what was taught to real life situations and how to apply appropriately.”

    Sam Florey, Quesnel Plywood
  • "This was a good presentation and the interaction with the class went very well. The information was very good and I never realized the amount of power created in those situations, I will be more aware of these hazards."

    Merv Robertson, SMS Equipment
  • “Course provided valuable knowledge of safe work practices that should be used to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others.”

    Steven Brown, Koch Fertilizer
  • “Very good, informative course. Very well instructed course providing very good information.”

    Kent Star Inter Pipeline,
  • "This course was very informative. We got to go home with a great deal of information and knowledge."

    Matt Neil, Syncrude
  • The information was really interesting and useful. The material was engaging, and the videos helped refresh the mood. Since its a long class

    Sergio Alanis, Cummins Power Generation
  • “Again, really enjoyed this course. Very informative and well put together. Good to keep up to date with ever changing Rules & Regulations.”

    Ron Holland, Syncrude Canada Ltd
  • I enjoyed that this online course was more like a zoom call, it led to better discussions and was overall more engaging than other online courses I've taken in the past.

    Colin Ulle, Frontier Kemper Montain
  • Very knowledgeable. Understands the course material, and has years of experience to back it up.

    Ben Bowen, Ridley Terminals
  • "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 very informative. I feel that my journeymen have gained valuable knowledge to keep them (and me, the apprentice) safe.

    Jamie St. Michael, Tolko
  • "Course was very well presented. The instructor kept the participants engaged throughout the entire course. I found the material to be useful upon my return to work. I also found that the instructors industry related stories to be very informative and humorous. This was a very good course.

    Chris Pederson, Endako Mines
  • “Excellent course, highly recommended. Brings a new level of awareness to electrical dangers.”

    John Cormwell, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
  • “The content and explanations are very good. I enjoyed talking about a topic, then watching a video on the topic.”

    Joe Toth, Transcontinental
  • “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.
  • "Amazing course! It was full of extremely relevant topics and information. Engaged in class participation with various scenarios that dealt with relevant duties/procedures. I loved it, I will ask supervisors to investigate other training options/classes with this company."

    Erik Mikkelsen, Pretium Resources
  • "Lots of material, well written and was communicated with clarity."

    Maxine Firmston, TransAlta
  • "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.
  • “The instructor was informative, added lots of personal anecdotes, and tailored the course to our needs.”

    Jeffrey Bain, Slave Lake Pulp
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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