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This one-day course is designed for workers responsible for electrical systems and needing certification in the CSA Z462-24 electrical safety standard. This standard covers safe work practices related to electrical dangers in the workplace.  The successful participant will gain a solid understanding of hazards encountered while operating or maintaining electrical installations in the low voltage (below 750V) class including a full understanding of the arc hazard categorization, appropriate PPE selection and safe work procedure.

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

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March 30 – 30, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time OR26105 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 1 – 1, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time OR26157 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 7 – 7, 2026 Saskatoon, SK OR26155 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 7 – 7, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Iqaluit time OR26159 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 9 – 9, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Winnipeg time OR26161 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 9 – 9, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Halifax time OR26779 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 13 – 13, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time OR26162 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 20 – 20, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time OR26166 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 23 – 23, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Toronto time OR26169 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
April 27 – 27, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time OR26168 $395.00 + Tax Per Attendee Register
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  • Robert Collins, PTI Group
    “The course was presented in a professional manner. Information was explained very well. The course allowed me to re-think some situations I had been in and I think I would do some of the past tasks much safer. I think talking about potential situations will keep workers more aware and safer.”
  • Kevin Vig, Pembina Pipeline
    “Really good course. Thanks for the information, lots of good info. Taking lots back to the electrical boys back in town.”
  • Trent Wanner, SaskPower
    "Very good instruction. Gave a overview of how the standard works and how to analyze the equipment you are working on"
  • Rob Magee, Middlesex Hospital Alliance
    “Great course, it opened my eyes to Electrical. Does not really apply to me all that much but enjoyed learning about the dangers I did not realize.”
  • Geoff Thistle, Nabors Drilling
    "This is the third time I have taken this course and this one was the best."

Course topics

I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.

III. ARC FLASH MITIGATION

Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.

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I. ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

Objective: Realize the damage electrical accidents can cause to the human body and understand the basic principles of safety!

  • Electrocution
  • Arc Flash
  • Arc Blast
  • Protection

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Objective: Recognize workplace law requirements and how to meet them.

  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Workers
  • Federal Legislation
  • Maintaining a Defensible Position

III. ARC FLASH MITIGATION

Objective: Apply various mitigation strategies at a corporate and personal level.

  • Distance
  • Current
  • Time
  • PPE
  • Job Hazard Analysis
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Safe Work Practices

IV. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY-RELATED WORK PRACTICES

Objective: Ensure corporate compliance with CSA Z462.

  • Responsibilities
  • Training Requirements
  • Electrical Safety Program

V. WORK ON OUR NEAR LIVE PARTS

Objective: Conduct daily work in accordance with CSA Z462.

  • Justification for Work
  • Energized Electrical Work Permit
  • Hazard Analysis
  • Approach Boundaries To Live Parts
  • Shock Protection
  • Flash Protection
  • Personal Protection Equipment

VI. ESTABLISHING AN ELECTRICALLY SAFE WORK CONDITION

Objective: Fulfill the ESWC requirements of CSA Z462.

  • Process of Achieving an ESWC
  • Working on or New De-Energized, LOTO Equipment
  • Temporary Protective Grounding Equipment

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  • Daniel Chartier

    Years of Experience
    35

    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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      Daniel was an excellent instructor and knew what things to go into more detail about.
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      Daniel has a deep knowledge on what he is teaching. He is very kind and has immense patience. He didn't make the course boring.
    • Curtis Burtch, Canadian Coast Guard
      Daniel was well-equipped to teach this content. He has extensive knowledge of the subject and effectively translates it into the online format. The material sinks in more when covered by someone so familiar with how this hazard operates, as well as how things can go wrong with arc flash.
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  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    50

    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...

    • Clay Almberg, Enbridge Pipelines
      Doug was very knowledgeable, with a wide range of information from his background.
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      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.
    • Chris Wilhelm, Capital Power
      Doug is very knowledgeable. Willing to find answers to questions that couldn't be answered immediately, and he conducted the course very well throughout the day. My experience was good.
    See Doug Baker CV
  • Paul Sherwood

    Years of Experience
    49

    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...

    • Spring Wiebe, Imperial Metals
      Paul was a well-spoken instructor who also took the time to explain everything in great detail, as the class participants weren't electricians.
    • Hao Zhang, Canadian Light Source Inc.
      I really enjoyed my two-day training with Paul. He did a great job simplifying complex concepts and making the material engaging for everyone. Looking forward to more sessions with him.
    • Andrea Sargent, Mount Milligan, Centerra Gold
      Paul was helpful and took the time to make sure we understood everything.
    See Paul Sherwood CV
  • Norm Jewitt

    Years of Experience
    41

    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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    • Chris Skinner, Syncrude Canada
      Norm is an absolute gem. His sense of humor and a vast array of experience allow him to relate his teachings to many different scenarios. He takes the time to thoroughly explain the topic, uses practical examples and experience to keep the class flowing smoothly, and captures your attention to keep you...
    • Colin Ulle, Frontier Kemper Mountain
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    • Mike Houde, CF Industries
      Norm was very knowledgeable with plenty of real-world experience, which helps to understand the content.
    See Norm Jewitt CV
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    44

    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...

    • Blair Fitzpatrick Yara Belle Plaine Inc.,
      Wayne made the course fun and was very knowledgeable.
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      I feel Wayne made it a fun and interesting course. He was very thorough and ensured we all understood everything that was covered.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Dave Cox

    Years of Experience
    46

    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...

    • Ravi Ludu, Global Container Terminals
      Dave is a very good teacher, making sure everyone understands the info in the course. 2 Thumbs Up!
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      David was excellent; knowledgeable on subject matter and conveyed material in a very engaging manner.
    • Amendeep Rana, Global Container Group
      Dave was a great teacher. He had great communication with students and listened very well to what we had to say. He answered any questions we had. Very organized 10 out of 10, I definitely recommend him.
    See Dave Cox CV
  • Richard Stickel

    Years of Experience
    37

    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...

    • 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.
    • Afzal Sabir, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
      Richard was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with, took questions patiently and answered understandably. He was very good with deep knowledge of VFD functionality. He used examples from field experience, which makes more sense and is easy to understand.
    • Daniel Torgerson, Enbridge
      Richard provided examples and previous experience. He answered all questions and went through the course content very well.
    See Richard Stickel CV
  • Keith Holden

    Years of Experience
    32

    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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    • Alex Comeau, Acadian Seaplants
      Keith was very knowledgeable and answered all questions well.
    • Duane Fischer, Keyera
      Keith is a great instructor with real-life examples of course material.
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  • Tony Willis

    Years of Experience
    0

    Tony graduated with an Industrial Instrumentation/Electricity & Electronics degree from a technical college in Louisiana. He has over 37 years of experience primarily in instrument maintenance and I&E maintenance at chemical, refining, and pipeline facilities. Tony spent the last 12 years as a I/E supervisor and the past 6 years on the pipeline and terminal side developing employee training...

    Expertise

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  • Jeff Leighton

    Years of Experience
    33

    Jeff pairs operations insight with electrical craft skill, bringing more than three decades in oil-and-gas to the classroom. He broke into the industry at Gulf/Petro-Canada’s Cochrane gas plant, first as a process operator and later as a maintenance electrician. In 1996 he moved to Shell’s Scotford Upgrader as an Electrical Specialist, ultimately becoming the site’s turnaround high-voltage...

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    • Scott Smith, BV Electric
      Jeff was very informative and knew the course. Good encouragement from him to get the attendants engaged.
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      Jeff was very knowledgeable on the various topics included in the course material and was a great instructor for the course.
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      Jeff was very helpful in answering questions and kept the course going at a good pace.
    See Jeff Leighton CV
  • Jason Slade

    Years of Experience
    36

    Jason Slade began his career as a Control Maintainer (E&I) Apprentice and brings with him two electrical tickets and over 35 years of experience from Ontario Hydro / OPG's thermal power plants. His first 18 years in the trade included troubleshooting, calibrating and repairing the electrical and instrumentation devices and systems that controlled the turbines, boilers, generators and auxiliary...

    Expertise

    See Jason Slade CV
  • Peter Waugh

    Years of Experience
    47

    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...

    • Zack Dawson, Camcor Environmental
      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.
    • Wes Palmer, Pretium Resources
      "Peter was very informative and eager to help with any questions we had."
    • Justin McNicoll, Recurrent Energy
      I appreciated our instructor taking the time to make the course specific to our job and even our equipment. He was very knowledgeable and confident in his material.
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  • Edward Rideout

    Years of Experience
    57

    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...

    • Alex McKee, Suncor
      "The instructor, Ed Rideout was very experienced and showed poise when asked to go over or show different ways of explaining a problem to the class."
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      "Very interesting insight into Arc Flash safety. Good balance of theory and potential applications in everyday situations."
    • Toby A. Hall, SWEB Development LP
      Ed is very knowledgeable of the topic, he presents the material in a way that everyone can understand and feels welcome to participate.
    See Edward Rideout CV
  • Dave Neal

    Years of Experience
    53

    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...

    • Patrick Hickey, Kiewit Energy Canada Corp.
      “Very knowledgeable instructor, Dave Neal was engaging and interactive. He taught me the value of respecting electricity.”
    • Ethan Handy, Shell Canada
      The instructor was very knowledgeable on the subject matter and was able to provide real-life experiences that he had encountered before and how they related to the subject matter being discussed. Dave Made sure to answer all questions the class had.
    • Luke VanDyk, Compass Minerals
      Dave was great at getting the points across. His past experiences in his career made the course enjoyable to listen and understand.
    See Dave Neal CV
  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    46

    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.”
    • 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.
    • Jordan Winters, Littelfuse
      Jim has a lot of experience and thus a great insight on how to do work safely in a lot of situations and can convey this to people with very different jobs in a way that is easy to understand.
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • “This course and the instructor were both very helpful and the course I believe will help out the department.”

    Todd Purdy, Compass Compression
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and his personal stories made it more personal. I liked the multiple videos; it showed what can happen to someone when things go wrong. This course opens a guy’s eyes about his own safety.”

    Darcy Bernat, Louis Dreyfus Commodities
  • “The course was presented in a professional manner. Information was explained very well. The course allowed me to re-think some situations I had been in and I think I would do some of the past tasks much safer. I think talking about potential situations will keep workers more aware and safer.”

    Robert Collins, PTI Group
  • “Good videos and tests, the instructor, Ed Rideout was interesting and he kept me interested. Every electrician should take this course.”

    Ryan Tarksis, PTI Group
  • The course was very informative and clarified a couple of what-if scenarios for me.

    Peter Mccoppin, Galpower
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the course. Good videos to prevent Arc Flash danger and had good stories to go along with the material.”

    Trevor Nelson, Inter Pipeline Ltd
  • “This course should be mandatory for all electricians. It is an eye opener as well as a refresher for information forgotten.”

    Stephen Woods, PCL Energy
  • “This is my second time taking this course. I learn something new each time from the instructors and students. Thank you”

    Glenn MacInnis, Elanco Canada Ltd.
  • “A very informative and interesting course. I'm glad I came. I learned a lot and feel I can work more safely through my apprenticeship with this course.”

    Kalen Dyck, West Fraser
  • “I personally believe that I have learned very valuable information that will save my life someday and/or save me from future bodily injury. The instructor, Dave Neal was very engaging and involved in his teachings. THIS IS THE BEST ARC FLASH training I have received.”

    Tom Watson, Gold Trail School Division #74
  • “This course was very informative and the instructor Jim Roberts made the material easy to understand with good examples from personal experiences as well as video examples. I feel I have knowledge to participate in a meaningful discussion around this work or help create improved procedures, hazard...

    Ed DeGroot, Calgary Transit
  • The course was great for all levels of workers with little to lots of experience with great information presented with real-life examples. Relatable to what I do for work daily.

    Tyson Ingram, Emera NL
  • "Excellent information!! There was a lot of information that I was not aware of. This will be helpful to me going forward as we develop our own Safe Work Procedures."

    David Payne, Waterous Power systems
  • "Informative course, definitely opend my eyes & will help me to apply safety to working situations."

    Ryan Kozubski, Nabors Drilling
  • This course was very informative and provided me with a wealth of knowledge to do my job safer and to minimize the risk of being exposed to an Arc Flash. I would like to recommend the use of more extensive PPE for electricians who have the potential of being exposed to an Arc Flash. The instructor provided...

    Michael Disso, Canrig Canada
  • “The instructor was informative and made a dry topic entertaining as well as informative. Visual tools were well presented and definitely helped to drive the point home. Good job, well done.”

    Robert tenHaaft, PCL Energy
  • “Really good course. Thanks for the information, lots of good info. Taking lots back to the electrical boys back in town.”

    Kevin Vig, Pembina Pipeline
  • “Very knowledgeable with lots of experience and examples. Kept the course interesting.”

    Edward, DND
  • “I found the course very helpful and I now have a different outlook on the electrical trade. Being an electrician I was unaware that so many different things can happen.”

    Chris Zarowny, Pembina Pipeline
  • “This course gave me a much greater respect of the dangers of working on live equipment. The instructor; Ross Dion is very experienced in his electrical background and made the course very interesting. It reinforced my resolve to stay away from High Voltage.”

    Terrance Ryan, PTI Group
  • The course itself is very helpful to understand a better and safer way to operate electrical systems. Moreover, it supplies all the new updates and clears up some things and doubts about operation.

    Ravi Kadivar, Ball Corporation
  • “Absolutely great course, instructor was great and he taught me about what arc flashes are and how to protect myself and how to prevent arc flash.”

    Aaron Budjak, Pembina Pipelines
  • “The course was well planned and straight forward. The instructor’s use of videos and personal experience was useful to really enforce the dangers of arc flash.”

    Mark Hanlon, Inter Pipeline Ltd.
  • “The instructor, Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and a vast amount of work related experience made the course interesting and informative.”

    Kevin MacDonald, PTI Group
  • "I feel this course was very important and informative to be aware of the serious dangers of arc flash potential. And the steps we need to take to avoid or minimize the dangers and injuries."

    Ryan Hanrahan, ICS State
  • The course was well presented. I can't think of any improvements.

    Luther Jones, Pilkington Glass
  • "This course opened my eyes up on many topics. The concentration needed to perform troubleshooting. One job, one thought. Know what you need to expect when troubleshooting/testing."

    Will J, Ainsworth
  • “The course was well presented. I appreciated the knowledge and experience of the instructor. Co-workers were fully engaged in discussions with the instructor.”

    Craig Chapman, Fisheries & Oceans Canadian Coast Guard
  • “This course was very insightful to making us as maintenance workers aware of the hazards involved when working on, near or around electrical equipment and apparatus. The instructor, Dave Neal was knowledgeable and very good at driving home the message and explaining the consequences of failing to...

    Greg Peacock, KTH Shelburne Mfg.
  • “Instructor was very knowledgeable, he educated us very well about the dangers related to High Voltage work and it was very useful for me.”

    Mike Akbari, Technical Closures Centre
  • “Very informative; useful. Very well-instructed and I enjoyed the learning environment and teaching methods, as well as the materials.”

    Grant McCullum, Grain Millers Canada
  • “The instructor is well prepared and material he presented was organized. This course educated us a lot about arc flash effects. Thanks”

    Kais Abdulmawjood, Texas A&M University
  • “I found the course/instructor to help answer my questions concerning standards and offered guidance to grow our plants current plant.”

    Alison Flynn, Farnell Packaging Ltd.
  • As a mine rescue member, I found this course very informative and enlightening about the potential of and danger of arc flash even at low voltage. I feel much more knowledgeable about the risk involved when dealing with a call-out that involves electrical circuits, and better to keep myself and fellow...

    Susanne Langan, Mount Polley
  • "Very informative and necessary training. Great job Dave Neal, I never nodded off!! Their was a good mix of presentation styles."

    Andrew Geensen, PTI Group
  • An excellent course groomed to our specific needs.

    William Rex Glanville, Centers Gold
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and delivered the course very well. It opened my eyes to things I did not know before. I would recommend this course to anyone that may deal with electricity.”

    Ryan MacIntosh, Prodigy Tech Group Inc.
  • "The instructor was very good and the arcflash information was valuable. Recommended"

    D. Wall, Supervisor, Graymont Aggregates
  • “I found the course was very good. I learned a lot. Very happy to attend it. A lot of new information to remember and consider at work. The instructor kept the course interesting, easy to listen to. I definitely was not aware of that many electrical hazards.”

    David Warkentin, Lode-King Industries
  • "This course gave me a very firm understanding of the hazards of electricity in regards to breakers and breaker boxes. It also gave me a better understanding of some of the PPE that you would be required to have when you work on or around this equipment. It was a good review of safety practices in regards...

    Rob Garez, Natural Resources Canada
  • "Very good instruction. Gave a overview of how the standard works and how to analyze the equipment you are working on"

    Trent Wanner, SaskPower
  • “Instructor was clear and interesting. The course was very helpful for me in my position of plant maintenance.”

    Cory Roberts, Expocrete
  • “The course was very informative. I received lots of information on the proper PPE to wear and when. Our instructor; Ross Dion was funny and personable. Great Course!”

    Emily Dinn, PTI Group
  • “This course was an introduction to arc flash safety and was focused on showing some of the consequences and real world incidents that can occur. The instructor was easy to understand and showed some interesting examples and videos.”

    Wade Dolton, Canadian Light Source
  • “This was an excellent course. The instructor Ross Dion was interesting, knowledgeable and dynamic. The course covered all information needed.”

    Tom Blake, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
  • “An eye opener to the potential risk associated with electricity.”

    Clayton Reeve, Inter Pipeline Ltd.
  • “The instructor was well informed and prepared and up to date with changes in the regulations. He was able to explain and share experiences working as an electrician.”

    Orville Wright, Manning Forest Products
  • “Very knowledgeable and I have taken away a lot of useful information that I will use at work.”

    Ian Witruk, Town of Whitby
  • The instructor had provided the information in a clear and very understanding way, which helped me to understand the course better.

    Tyler Hiscott, Accel Electrical Contractors
  • “Well spoken, extremely informative, kept everyone’s attention, answered questions well and made it easy to follow and understand.” The course had all information and then some that I expected. I feel a lot safer. Thanks!!”

    Briana Michalski, PCL Energy
  • “Excellent, informative, challenging, relative, and exceptional.”

    Keith Kryviak, CDN Controls Ltd
  • “Great course, it opened my eyes to Electrical. Does not really apply to me all that much but enjoyed learning about the dangers I did not realize.”

    Rob Magee, Middlesex Hospital Alliance
  • “Had a good sense of humor and held our attention well. Good knowledge on topics and very good personality.”

    Frank Penner, Load King Industries
  • "Clear concise speaker with a definite interest in safety and passing on his considerable experiences in the field."

    Rob Buxton, Dunkley Lumber
  • “Was a very knowledgeable course and very informative. Learnt a lot on how to keep safe and avoid injury. The instructor was well experienced and knew what he was talking about which made the course a lot more interesting from his stories.”

    Barry Clark, PCL Energy
  • “Excellent job, providing the basic information on Arc Flash Low Voltage Safety, with a mix of examples that are applicable to many different industries. The course was well paced with a good mix of media to keep everyone’s interest. Course instructor was very knowledgeable.”

    Natasha Chin, Kellogg Canada Inc.
  • “Arc flash training made me more aware of the hazards in my job. Good information, well presented and nobody fell asleep. Should be able to do my job more effectively and safely.”

    Ray Sander, LP Golden
  • “It was an excellent course with a very knowledgeable instructor. The instructor was able to relate to many real world situations. Well done!”

    Ryan Clumpus, Town of Ajax
  • "This has been the best hazard training course that I have taken. If you work around electrical you need to take this course."

    Nick Mills, Revere Plastics Systems Inc.
  • “This was an excellent course. The material really put hazards into perspective. The experience and real life examples made the instructor creditable. The course made me feel that I can do my job safer in the future and see where I can learn from my mistakes from the past.”

    Ben Cooper, Fisheries & Oceans – Canadian Coast Guard
  • Great informative class, an eye-opener for what can happen if not using proper techniques and PPE

    Andrew Munro, Trans Northern Pipeline
  • “The instructor is very up to date on “arc flash”. The information was very interesting and most of all knowledgeable. I will be changing a few of my own procedures in the electrical field.”

    Andrew Wilkinson, Impact Energy Service
  • “I found this course to be very informative. The course was very balanced with personal stories and media use. The instructor was very knowledgeable and explained things very well. This course has stressed the importance of my job and made me realize the dangers are real. Going forward, I will do things...

    Kent Worthington, Grain Millers Canada
  • “The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable in the subject matter and his prior experience in the electrical field lends credibility to the course. Subject matter was tailored to suit our sites needs best and it was amongst the best courses I’ve taken.”

    Brian, Pemibina Pipelines
  • "The instructor, Terry Yonkheym went through material in a timely and efficient manner. I stayed engaged the entire course and it covered all topics relevant to me."

    Chris Matweow, L & M Wood Products
  • "The instructor was very informed on all the sections described for this course and did an excellent job of illustrating the possibilities of an arc flash exposure. This is a must take course for those new to the electrical field and an excellent reminder for others"

    B. Vander Roest, Maintenance , Atlantic Windows
  • “Great course, a lot of valuable information and safety tips. Good information on responsibilities of management and employees.”

    Dave Mosher, P&H Milling
  • “Very informative, interesting new legislation. The instructor was very knowledgeable and had field experience. See you in three years.”

    Pat Lindsay, Canadian Coast Guard
  • The course was very informative. It kept the attention of the class, and used a variety of learning materials.

    James Healey, Vari Form Manufacturing
  • “In the course today we had Jim Roberts as an instructor. He was very knowledgeable with electrical technology and the workings of equipment in all aspects of the electrical trade. His evaluation of arc flash training and shock prevention was straight forward and to the point, I hope to use it in the...

    Cameron Doig, Sundre Forest Products
  • "The instructor, Dave Neal was very knowledgeable and thorough with the explanation of the material. Everything was understood and all questions were answered. Very good and definitely recommend to other companies.

    Harley Spence, Alberta Plywood
  • “This course was very informative. It focuses a lot on safety work practices which is very valuable. The instructor was very knowledgeable and informative.”

    Tony DeViller, Department of National Defence
  • This course was an eye opening day. Practices that I have done in the past will be reviewed as I realize now the safety hazards that exist when a person does not use the appropriate PPE and when you do not give electricity the respect that it deserves. I will take a few rules away from this course that...

    Bob Austin, Wingham & District Hospital
  • “Even though I've taken the course before, it did remind me of some of the things I'd forgotten. I also learned new rules and standards that are now in place. The instructor was well organized and answered all questions.”

    William Nicolay, West Fraser Lumber
  • “The course was a real eye opener to what hazards we work with and around our daily lives. Have respect for electricity. I learned a lot.”

    Henry Bartsch, Triple E Canada
  • “As a non-electrical worker in the field, I felt as though our instructor did a great job in making the concepts clear and easy to understand. I feel I have learnt from the course material and with this education I will be able to help keep our safety program up to date and also help workers in the...

    Jennifer Hoban, Prodigy Tech Group
  • This was a good refresher that made you think before you approach electrical equipment.

    Darcy Jollimore, City Of Prince George
  • “Good! This information will help us develop the arc flash program for our site.”

    Pat Pasanen, West Fraser
  • “Very helpful and well taught I stayed intrigued throughout the course. I will have some more ideas on being safe while I’m at the job site. The instructor was very knowledgeable with topics.”

    Ty Gullickson, CNRL
  • “Very educational, tons of experience and answered all questions. As an apprentice, I found this very helpful.”

    Dave Mattinson, PepsiCo Beverages Canada
  • "This course was very informative. I learned many things that apply to me on a daily basis. It may even save my life."

    Jessie Todd, Canrig Canada
  • It was one of the better, more informed Arc Flash courses I have taken.

    John Pollock, Gal Power
  • "The course was very good, I appreciated the real world examples and videos. It gave us a good appreciation & understanding of the risks of Arc Flash on workers and management. Also, gave us the background to judge the severity of risk of systems & the methods to protect employees."

    Travis Manchur, Finning
  • This was a worth while course. Electrical dangers aren't as easy to comprehend as mechanical where there isn't anything moving. It was helpful to see videos of various incidents so that we can all understand the need for protective measures and the need for everyone to be knowledgeable about safety practices.

    Devin McLoughlin, Kraken Robotics
  • “Fun, but extremely informative. He grasped the importance and seriousness of arc flash.”

    Paolo Lastimosa, DND
  • “A must take and a great reminder for others.”

    Ben Vander Roest, Atlantic Windows
  • “This course is extremely helpful. It is one of the most fantastic courses that I have ever had. The instructor is very knowledgeable and has good training skills.”

    Daniel Wu, Weetabix of Canada
  • “This course was very informative, straight to the point and very worthwhile.”

    Chris Layes, Pembina Pipelines
  • "Good and informative, made me much more aware of my surroundings in and around the jobsite."

    Mark Pelham, EMW Industrial Ltd.
  • “I thought the instructor was very good, he was funny and kept things interesting. The course was an eye opener that I think we all needed with very important stuff to get you thinking. I think everyone enjoyed it.”

    Dean Knight, Middlesex Hospital Alliance
  • “The point of electrical dangers was driven home.”

    Larry Fradette, SNC Lavalin
  • "Ed Rideout was an excellent instructor, well spoken and knowledgeable. Personally, I learnt a lot from this course and I will be safer for taking it."

    Paul Woodman, Canadian Coast Guard
  • “The instructor did a very good job. Has a good understanding of the material and could relate a lot of it to previous work. The course covers pretty much everything you need for understanding safe work practices. It gives you awareness of possible situations and how to prevent accidents.”

    Allan Wenaas, Impact Energy Service
  • It was a great course, like I previously said. The course provided me with knowledge that I can use in the future in order to better my understanding of Electrical issues and how to properly avoid/identify them. It greatly emphasized the idea of having a safer environment, especially on LOTO. I have...

    Marc Jay Manubag, SaskArc
  • The Arc Flash Low Voltage Safety course was great. It opened my eyes to a lot of potential hazards that we work with everyday & take for granted. I will definitely work on my safe work practices and change a couple of my habits from bad ones to good ones. I will trust the equipment a little less and...

    Tim Hauck, Ainsworth Lumber
  • “Course was very informative, specifically about arc flash. Good to know the CSA standard and where to find category & PPE information for future use.”

    Scott Prevost, Regal Beloit Canada
  • “The course gave a lot of really good information. There was a lot I really had no idea about therefore it was really beneficial to me. The instructor was very well spoken and made the course enjoyable. I would definitely suggest this to others. The course brought up a lot of other points you really...

    Jesse McDonald, Prodigy Tech Group Inc.
  • “Clear information, good feedback, and usable information for developing our site procedures.”

    Brian Auclair, DSM Nutritional Products
  • "This is the third time I have taken this course and this one was the best."

    Geoff Thistle, Nabors Drilling
Day 1
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class Time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm

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