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This one-day course is designed for non-electrical workers requiring certification in the Workplace Electrical Safety standards, CSA Z462-24 and NFPA 70E.

Other trades and operators do not repair electrical systems but they do operate them, continuously work around electrical equipment and often will work in conjunction with an electrician. In all of these instances, the standards are very clear; workers must be trained, qualified and certified for the tasks that they are doing.

The successful participant will gain a solid understanding of hazards encountered while operating or working around low voltage electrical installations including a full understanding of the arc hazard standard, appropriate PPE selection and safe work procedures. They will also be able to identify electrical equipment misoperation and signs of impending electrical failures.

This is a very practical course with many examples of low voltage accidents ensuring maximum buy in from every student and conformance to company safe work procedures and industry safe work practices contributing to a safer workplace with both less risky behaviour and reduced downtime.

This course is taught by certified electrical professionals with decades of hands-on field experience and solid credentials as professional adult learning instructors.  This program includes professionally designed slides, videos, extensive use of case studies and hands-on demonstrations of common electrical problems.  This program 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: Non Electrical Workers whose daily activities involve the operation of industrial power systems.

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  • David Lockwood, Halton Region
    I learned a lot of relevant information regarding low voltage equipment, arc flashing, and required PPE.
  • Taite Forshner, Centerra Gold
    It was a nice and straight forward course. The video call was better than expected.
  • Kyle Baker, Canadian Coast Guard
    It gave me a good base of knowledge to use going forward in my work.
  • Amanda Isaac, Centerra Gold
    The course was easy to learn and understand and was well organized.
  • David Wilson, Canadian Coast Guard
    "Instructors knowledge and experience was excellent. From the information provided it became clear that we should not be working on the 40 year old switchgear, this should be left to the electrical specialists rather than the electronic specialists. We did routine charging of the switchgear as a convenience...

Course topics

I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective:

II. PREVENTING ACCIDENTS

Objective:

III. UNDERSTANDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Objective:

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I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective:

  • Electrocution
  • Arc Flash
  • Arc Blast
  • Protection

II. PREVENTING ACCIDENTS

Objective:

  • Human Actions
  • Government Actions
  • Maintaining a Legally Defensible Position

III. UNDERSTANDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Objective:

  • Electrical Basics
  • Electrical Circuit Components
  • Electrical Circuit Operation

IV. ARC FLASH MITIGATION

Objective:

  • Distance
  • Current
  • Time
  • PPE
  • Safe Work Practices

V. WORKING WITH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Objective:

  • DC Equipment
  • Portable Equipment
  • Fixed Equipment
  • Hazard Analysis
  • Shock Protection
  • Flash Protection
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Daniel Chartier

    Years of Experience
    34

    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...

    • Cameron Dennis, Capital Power Corperation
      Daniel was an excellent instructor and knew what things to go into more detail about.
    • Gene Wallis, Enbridge
      Daniel was great, very informative, and I appreciated all the real-world applications he took us through.
    • Luke Gledhill, Porocel of Canada
      Daniel adequately covers the material and does so in an engaging manner.
    See Daniel Chartier CV
  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    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...

    • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
      Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
    • Darren Gelineau, International Paper Company
      Doug had lots of hands-on experience in the field and was able to teach us tough examples that way.
    • Kristopher Hingtgen, KPDSB
      Doug was extremely knowledgeable about the course material and delivered the course as such. He ensured that the people in the course were understanding of the material covered and provided time for any issues or questions.
    See Doug Baker CV
  • Paul Sherwood

    Years of Experience
    48

    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...

    • Jason Cox, Newmont
      I liked Paul's real world approach and the speed at which he spoke, easy to absorb.
    • Stefan Hayden, Canadian Coast Guard
      Paul communicated the information effectively. He didn't just read directly from the slides and kept the class engaged.
    • Andrew Cliff, West Fraser
      Paul was a good instructor who was informative and understanding. I highly recommend him
    See Paul Sherwood CV
  • 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...

    Expertise

    • Darren Peddle, Inter Pipeline
      Norm gave an excellent presentation of the material. Lots of experience in the electrical trade made the course flow smoothly.
    • Don Haynes, Rev Engineering
      Norm is great, I really enjoyed how he relates the material to real-life situations in our field.
    • Kasey Russel, Maka Power
      Norm is awesome. Our crew was green on a lot of the course content. Norm did a great job taking the time to explain all the presentations and all of the questions that came up during the hands-on training. He did a great job explaining things in a way that was very easy to understand explaining things...
    See Norm Jewitt CV
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    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...

    • Jeffrey Farrell, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne was well educated on the course material. He spoke clearly and responded well to student feedback.
    • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne was very good, he was able to get class the class interactive and involved in discussion.
    • Hayden Berg, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
      Wayne was very knowledgeable and did a good job making the content digestible and engaging.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Dave Cox

    Years of Experience
    45

    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...

    • Amanda Cardinal, Syncrude
      Dave has a fantastic demeanor, and his relaxed teaching style made the class enjoyable while learning his troubleshooting style. I appreciate his methods and will be adopting his style in my work. I would be interested in taking any class he instructs.
    • 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.
    • Garryt Sabiston, West Fraser
      Dave is very knowledgeable and can teach very well. He knows the course content is willing and able to help when asked. Very personable.
    See Dave Cox CV
  • Richard Stickel

    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...

    • Mike Strachan, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
      Richard was a very good instructor that answered all my questions and if he didn't know the answer he found it in a timely manner
    • Nathan Ferrish, Syncrude
      Richard was knowledgeable about the course topics and was able to provide real-world experience when he encountered troubles with the drives. He was easy to talk to, approachable, and honest with his answers.
    • Bryce Allin, West Fraser
      Richard was very informative, willing to answer questions and find any answers he didn't know.
    See Richard Stickel CV
  • Peter Waugh

    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...

    • Tim Craigen, Invista Canada
      Peter is a very knowledgeable instructor with valuable life experience to draw on for valid examples. Engaging and personable.
    • 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.
    See Peter Waugh CV
  • 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...

    • Garry Tompkins, Suncor
      "Ed Rideout is a very good instructor. He has a great knowledge in the electrical field and teaches in a very interesting way. You feel like you are part of the team. Thanks Ed."
    • John Young, Greyrock Mining
      "Ed was an excellent instructor that kept all participants involved and interested. Ed is a very knowledgeable instructor who really knew his stuff. He was a joy to be taught by."
    • Landon Pruys, Barrick – Williams Operating Corporation
      “The instructor, Ed, was very helpful in this course. He showed patience and did not single anyone out, which was nice. I would recommend this course to others. It lets you analyze and think rather than rush and guess. Hands on troubleshooting was helpful, and it makes it easier to retain information...
    See Edward Rideout CV
  • Dave Neal

    Years of Experience
    52

    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...

    • Dennis Lohr, Manning Forest Products
      “Dave Neal was one of the best instructors I have had for any course.”
    • 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.”
    • Garry Gaudet, Daishowa-Marubeni
      “My personal evaluation is that the instructor Dave Neal was thorough and had excellent knowledge to help understand the dangers of high voltage. To my understanding before the course, I did not know the devastation of an arc flash.”
    See Dave Neal CV
  • 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...

    • Mike Tomassetti, Toronto Transit Commission
      “Jim is great at his job and has taught me a lot of information on high voltage safety.”
    • Andy Scheibli, Lambton Kent DSB
      Informative, knowledgeable, entertaining.
    • Paul Steinkey, Daam Galvanizing Ltd.
      “Jim was very knowledgeable with course material. He would also answer questions that were outside of the course and pertained to our own jobs. He engaged all of us at the beginning and said, "No question was a stupid question." Thanks Jim.”
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • I learned a lot of relevant information regarding low voltage equipment, arc flashing, and required PPE.

    David Lockwood, Halton Region
  • The course was very informative and well taught. It will help immensely performing lockouts in the future.

    Mike Stanley, Centerra gold
  • It was a nice and straight forward course. The video call was better than expected.

    Taite Forshner, Centerra Gold
  • It gave me a good base of knowledge to use going forward in my work.

    Kyle Baker, Canadian Coast Guard
  • "Powerful stories and videos on the power of electricity and a reminder to always be aware."

    Erica Selzler, Canadian Coast Guard
  • "The instructor provided all information clearly and answered extra questions. This was a very educational course and worthwhile."

    Josh Hayter, Canadian Coast Guard
  • The course was easy to learn and understand and was well organized.

    Amanda Isaac, Centerra Gold
  • "Instructors knowledge and experience was excellent. From the information provided it became clear that we should not be working on the 40 year old switchgear, this should be left to the electrical specialists rather than the electronic specialists. We did routine charging of the switchgear as a convenience...

    David Wilson, Canadian Coast Guard

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