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CSA Z462 is a new electrical standard sweeping across Canada that affects all personnel who work on, around or near any type of electrically energized equipment. The safe work practices mandated by Z462 are designed to save lives.

This is a one-day course that is designed for personnel working around or turning on and off electrical equipment, locking out machines for maintenance as part of their daily duties.

New standards set out by the Canadian Electrical Safety Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act & Regulations refer to CSA Z462 for protection of employees when work on, around or near any type of electrically energized equipment.

When completed, the employee will be certified as qualified under CSA Z462-24, able to recognize and avoid electrical hazards, understand the requirements for arc flash safety and shock. Safely and confidently switch breakers, disconnects and Motor controls on and off.

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  • Heather Fraser, Roughrider International
    “Instructor very knowledgeable and able to relate material to real life scenarios/past events. This course gave me a new perspective in regards to our electricians and day to day ops.”
  • Carmine Marra, Roughrider International
    “Course was very informative. It really stressed the importance of lock outs and PPE requirements. Also, for calculations, if you need to get closer when working on Arc Flash equipment.”
  • Wayne Mulcahy, Roughrider International
    “Very informative, well explained course it met and exceeded expectations. Manual will be helpful in producing procedural documents.”
  • Justin Normore, Roughrider International
    “Instructor explained all types of panels and the operation of them very well. He also, related personal stories to the course for better understanding. Course explains the importance of checking safety devices before operating and also what to check for when operating.”

Course topics

I. BASIC ELECTRICITY REVIEW

Objective: Refresh student understanding of electrical circuit and system operation including normal and abnormal occurrences.

II. ARC FLASH

Objective: Recognize, prevent and avoid electrical accidents.

III. ELECTRICAL SWITCHING EQUIPMENT

Objective: Recognize different switchgear based on voltage, purpose and operation, their potential hazards and safe operating procedures.

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I. BASIC ELECTRICITY REVIEW

Objective: Refresh student understanding of electrical circuit and system operation including normal and abnormal occurrences.

  • Pre-Test and Review
  • Current Legislation
  • Electrical Circuit Operation
  • Normal Operation
  • Abnormal Occurrences

II. ARC FLASH

Objective: Recognize, prevent and avoid electrical accidents.

  • Electrocution, Arc Flash, Arc Blast, Protection
  • Time, Current, Distance
  • Shock Protection, Flash Protection / Shock Protection, Gloves, Tools
  • Limited, Restricted and Prohibited Approach Boundaries to Live Parts
  • Flash Protection, Hazard/Risk Categories, FP Boundary / Personal Protective Equipment
  • Standard Operating/LOTO Procedures / Safe Work Practices

III. ELECTRICAL SWITCHING EQUIPMENT

Objective: Recognize different switchgear based on voltage, purpose and operation, their potential hazards and safe operating procedures.

  • 120/208, 120/240 volt equipment
  • 480/600 volt equipment
  • 5,000 (4,160) volt equipment
  • 15,000 (13,800) volt equipment (if applicable)
  • Practical Lab Projects
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    42

    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...

    • Zachary Lee, EDS Pumps & Water Treatment
      Wayne was a great teacher who was very knowledgeable and had a great teaching style. I really enjoyed learning from him.
    • Todd Bicklemeier, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne is very knowledgeable and provides a good learning environment.
    • Darryl Silakiewicz, Keyera
      Wayne did a great job of keeping the course flowing and the class engaged.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Richard Stickel

    Years of Experience
    35

    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
    • Aaron Belanger, Syncrude
      Richard was very knowledgeable of the subject and provided personal experiences to back it up.
    • 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.
    See Richard Stickel CV
  • Edward Rideout

    Years of Experience
    55

    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...

    • Frank Balen, Suncor
      “Great two day course, covered lots of material which basically reiterated my position on safe work practices. Thanks to the refresher, Bill C-45 keeps most of us honest. Thanks Ed.”
    • Dan Brown, Suncor
      “Best arc flash safety course I've ever taken. Excellent instructor and course content. First class that has had the Z462 book included in the content. Would have liked to see a copy of the Z462 manual included in the course fee, so I could highlight and take notes in the safety manual. 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."
    See Edward Rideout CV
  • Dave Neal

    Years of Experience
    51

    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...

    • Lance Morris, LP Golden
      “I found this course very informative with multiple points I was unaware of. Our instructor, Dave Neal was very knowledgeable and was adapt at relating the course material to on sight specifics. As well, Dave was personable and easy going.”
    • Chris McClemmens, Lanxess
      I have learned a lot through both the theory & hands on portion of this course. Dave had a lot of experience to share, real life stories to relate to equipment. Troubleshooting portion showed a lot of different problems and how to follow through.
    • Mike Jablonicky, TransAlta
      “I found Dave Neal to be very professional and informative. His approach to teaching was refreshing yet direct to the point. He brought on new videos, new viewpoints in the way we do our jobs and how we look at pre-job safety. Very well done. We look forward to seeing Dave again in three years.”
    See Dave Neal CV
  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    44

    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...

    • Jason Manning, Enbridge Pipelines Inc.
      Jim was knowledgeable and delivered the content in an easy to follow format.
    • Travis Lewis, Pinnacle Renewable Energy
      Jim was very thorough with his training. I have been to many training courses throughout the years, and Jim engaged with the whole class better than I have ever previously seen.
    • Brian Ethier, Enbridge
      "Jim is an experienced electrician with VFD's in the field. He has good knowledge of the VFD's we've worked with this week. He was able to help us with troubleshooting that we couldn't figure out. He also has good knowledge of the electrical field of VFD's and the motors which are being driven.
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • “Instructor very knowledgeable and able to relate material to real life scenarios/past events. This course gave me a new perspective in regards to our electricians and day to day ops.”

    Heather Fraser, Roughrider International
  • “Course was very informative. It really stressed the importance of lock outs and PPE requirements. Also, for calculations, if you need to get closer when working on Arc Flash equipment.”

    Carmine Marra, Roughrider International
  • “Very informative, well explained course it met and exceeded expectations. Manual will be helpful in producing procedural documents.”

    Wayne Mulcahy, Roughrider International
  • “Instructor explained all types of panels and the operation of them very well. He also, related personal stories to the course for better understanding. Course explains the importance of checking safety devices before operating and also what to check for when operating.”

    Justin Normore, Roughrider International

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