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This one day program will qualify and certify electrical employees in the procedures to be used in the lockout/tagout process to ensure safety & protection during repair and maintenance of low voltage equipment. Employees will receive instructions in proper lockout/tagout procedures, the use of locks and tags, proper removal of lockout/ tagout devices and potential hazards involved in the lockout/tagout process.

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Course topics

1. LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT PROGRAMS

Objective: Recognize and appreciate the need for, and purpose of, lockout/tagout program

2. ENERGY FORMS AND SOURCES

Objective: Recognize the different forms of energy and specific lockout tagout requirements

3. REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

Objective: Evaluate regulations and standards affecting the company

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1. LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT PROGRAMS

Objective: Recognize and appreciate the need for, and purpose of, lockout/tagout program

  • Need for Lockout/Tagout
  • Nature and Extent of Potential Energy Hazards
  • Hazards Associated with Energy Potentials
  • Proper Lockout/Tagout Procedures
  • Use of Locks and Tags
  • Removal of Lockout/Tagout Devices
  • Restoration of Energy

2. ENERGY FORMS AND SOURCES

Objective: Recognize the different forms of energy and specific lockout tagout requirements

  • Electrical - Low Voltage
  • Electrical - High Voltage
  • Hydraulic
  • Pneumatic
  • Kinetic
  • Potential
  • Thermal

3. REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

Objective: Evaluate regulations and standards affecting the company

  • Provincial Regulations
  • Federal Regulations
  • CSA Z460 - Control of Hazardous Energy - Lockout & Other Methods
  • NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

4. COMPANY STANDARD

Objective: Compare the company program to other standards

  • Purpose
  • Policy
  • Terms and Definitions
  • Procedure
  • Protective Materials and Hardware

5. COMPANY LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT PROCEDURES

Objective: Follow the company lockout and tagout procedures on the job

  • Preparation for Shutdown
  • Machine or Equipment Shutdown
  • Machine or Equipment Isolation
  • Lockout or Tagout Device Applications
  • Stored Energy
  • Verification of Isolation
  • Release from Lockout or Tagout
  • Lockout or Tagout Device Removal
  • Testing or Positioning of Machines, Equipment, or Components Thereof
  • Outside Personnel
  • Group Lockout or Tagout
  • Shift or Personnel Changes

6. PRACTICAL PROJECTS

Objective: Demonstrate proper lockout and tagout procedures

  • Scenario 1
  • Scenario 2
  • Scenario 3
  • Scenario 4
  • Scenario 5
  • Scenario 6
  • Scenario 7
  • Scenario 8
  • Peter Waugh

    Years of Experience
    44

    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...

     
    • Kall Cloarec, Centerra Gold
      Peter is very good at what he does. It is great to have someone teaching that knows what he is talking about.
    • Jarod Hubert, Mount Milligan
      Peter did a great job teaching this course. He was very clear and thorough in explaining everything.
    • Alex McKay, Department of National Defense
      Peter was a great instructor who was very attentive to detail and was thoroughly prepared to teach this course.
    See Peter Waugh CV
  • Doug Baker

    Years of Experience
    47

    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...

     
    • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
      Doug is very educated as well as experienced.
    • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
      Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
    • Kevin Reid, West Fraser
      Doug did a fantastic job and explained all material as required. Very helpful and answered all questions.
    See Doug Baker CV
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    41

    Wayne brings 41 years of experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry. He is a master electrician and a journeyman instrument mechanic. He started in the early 80’s with a petroleum company in the Lloydminster area performing maintenance duties. He then started and ran his own contracting company for 15 yrs. in Lloydminster. After he sold the company, he started working with a local...

     
    • Tavis Bowie, BluEarth Renewables
      Wayne was very patient and accommodating to a variety of skill sets within the students in attendance.
    • Christian Hachache, EDS Pumps & Water Treatment
      I feel Wayne made it a fun and interesting course. He was very thorough and ensured we all understood everything that was covered.
    • Darryl Silakiewicz, Keyera
      Wayne did a great job of keeping the course flowing and the class engaged.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV

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