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Welcome to our 2-day Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Awareness Course, meticulously crafted for operators seeking to enhance their expertise in electrical safety. This comprehensive program combines two critical areas:Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety and Electrical Switching Safety for Operators.
Day 1: Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Explore arc flash hazards, boundaries, and appropriate PPE.
Master the CSA-Z462.
Understand the severity of arc flash injuries based on proximity, explosion size, and exposure time.
Learn about external and internal burns, intoxication from hot gasses, eye damage, and other consequences.
Discover how to assess arc flash risks and implement preventive measures.
Suitable for electrical workers, maintenance personnel, and supervisors.
Day 2: Electrical Switching Safety for Operators
Dive into safe switching practices, risk assessment, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Understand procedures for electrical maintenance and switching operations.
Learn how to create an Electrically Safe Working Condition (ESWC) while interacting with energized equipment.
Explore the causes of arc flash incidents, including faulty wiring, loose connections, and material failure.
Discover practical strategies to minimize risks during live work.
Ideal for operators, technicians, and anyone working with electrical systems.
Throughout the course, our experienced instructors will guide you through real-world scenarios, interactive discussions, and demonstrations. By the end, you’ll be well-prepared to enhance safety in your workplace and mitigate electrical risks effectively.
Who Should Attend:
Operators: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this course is tailored to meet your needs.
Technicians: Gain valuable insights to protect yourself and your colleagues during electrical operations.
Supervisors: Understand the importance of enforcing safety protocols and promoting a culture of awareness.
Maintenance Personnel: Enhance your skills in preventing arc flash incidents and ensuring workplace safety.
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| June 3 – 4, 2026 | LIVE 2-Way Video Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time | OR26577 | $1379.00 + Tax Per Attendee | Register |
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Course topics
I. Introduction to Electrical Safety
Objective: Understand the importance of electrical safety in the workplace and recognize potential hazards.
II. Electrical Switching Procedures
Objective: Learn safe switching practices and procedures to prevent accidents during maintenance and operation.
III. Risk Assessment and Hazard Mitigation
Objective: Develop skills to assess risks associated with electrical work and implement preventive measures.
View all topicsI. Introduction to Electrical Safety
Objective: Understand the importance of electrical safety in the workplace and recognize potential hazards.
- Overview of electrical accidents and their impact
- Legal and regulatory requirements (CSA-Z462)
- Roles and responsibilities of operators in maintaining safety
II. Electrical Switching Procedures
Objective: Learn safe switching practices and procedures to prevent accidents during maintenance and operation.
- Identifying isolation points and lockout/tagout procedures
- Proper use of voltage testers and meters
- Creating an Electrically Safe Working Condition (ESWC)
- Emergency shutdown protocols
III. Risk Assessment and Hazard Mitigation
Objective: Develop skills to assess risks associated with electrical work and implement preventive measures.
- Identifying arc flash boundaries
- Calculating incident energy levels
- Selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Mitigating risks during live work
IV. Arc Flash Awareness and Response
Objective: Understand the science behind arc flash incidents and learn how to respond effectively.
- Causes of arc flash (faulty wiring, loose connections, etc.)
- Severity of arc flash injuries (burns, intoxication, eye damage)
- Emergency procedures during an arc flash event
- First aid and medical response
V. CSA-Z462 Standard and Compliance
Objective: Familiarize yourself with the CSA-Z462 Standard and its practical application.
- Key requirements of CSA-Z462
- Developing an electrical safety program
- Conducting regular inspections and audits
VI. Safe Work Practices and Best Practices
Objective: Acquire practical skills for safe electrical work and minimize risks.
- Proper use of tools and equipment
- Working near energized equipment
- Handling electrical emergencies
- Reporting incidents and near misses
VII. Creating a Safety Culture
Objective: Learn how to promote safety awareness and foster a culture of prevention.
- Training and continuous education for operators
- Communication and collaboration among team members
- Reporting unsafe conditions
- Encouraging proactive safety behaviors
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Daniel Chartier
Years of Experience35Daniel 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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Jean-Marc Dallaire, Broder ElectricDaniel was very thorough with the course material. He was also good about answering questions during the course.
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Luke Gledhill, Porocel of CanadaDaniel adequately covers the material and does so in an engaging manner.
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Simon-Paul Comeau, Graves ElectricalDaniel is full of knowledge and I felt like he really cares about our safety.
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Doug Baker
Years of Experience50Doug 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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Kristopher Hingtgen, KPDSBDoug 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.
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Robert Reardon, Stuart OlsonDoug had great communication & presentation skills, with a lot of experience & stories to tell about what we were learning.
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Mary-Grace Bromley, Stuart OlsonDoug provided adequate knowledge to take home and provided hands-on instruction. He was knowledgeable with electrical questions regarding the use of equipment/ meters, as well as additional information from real-life experience. Regarding the material in the course, he answered common electrical problems...
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Paul Sherwood
Years of Experience4944 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...
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Dillon Seminchuk, West FraserHe was very informative and receptive to questions. Very engaging.
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Brandon Kyle Wijma, Mueller Electric Div II LTDPaul did an amazing job. On behalf of Mueller Electric, I would like to thank him for answering all our questions and having the knowledge to teach all of us in a professional manner.
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Andrea Sargent, Mount Milligan, Centerra GoldPaul was helpful and took the time to make sure we understood everything.
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Norm Jewitt
Years of Experience41He 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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Christopher Legault, FKMNorm was fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all questions. Gave great personal experience and stories to make the course relevant.
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Dean Thomas, Inter Pipeline Ltd.Norm was knowledgeable. He had stories and experiences that relate to the course.
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Nathan Janz, Inter Pipeline LtdNorm was very knowledgeable. He would throw in an example or have a story about a job he had done, which had helped me understand the material we were going through.
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Wayne Jeffrey
Years of Experience44Wayne 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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Kimberley Kenyon, Canfor PulpWayne was very knowledgeable as per subject, open to all questions, with good introduction and coverage of house "keeping" at the start of the course. I liked how he would ask what happens on our site to create discussion and to help educate everyone is done at our facility.
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Travis Latell, Alberta Health ServicesWayne was very knowledgable of the equipment and had great background experience for this course. Wayne also was great at making everyone comfortable, which I believe made for a better learning experience.
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Christian Hachache, EDS Pumps & Water TreatmentI feel Wayne made it a fun and interesting course. He was very thorough and ensured we all understood everything that was covered.
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Richard Stickel
Years of Experience37Richard 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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Dana Latsay, Enbridge Pipelines INCRichard 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.
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Daniel Torgerson, EnbridgeRichard provided examples and previous experience. He answered all questions and went through the course content very well.
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Nathan Ferrish, SyncrudeRichard 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.
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Edward Rideout
Years of Experience57Ed 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...
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Brendon LaPort, McWane, Inc.Ed did a good job stressing the importance of safe work practices and giving real examples throughout the class on why items are important and how injuries are preventable. I like that he has an electrical background, which gives him credibility when delivering the material.
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Rylan Carney, Canadian Coast GuardEd was very well-informed and clearly communicated all the course material. He used his own personal experiences to further our understanding and it provided a lot of useful information to the course. Would gladly take another course with this instructor.
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Dan Rogers, Newfoundland Power“I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It had lots of hands on exercises, which is the best way to learn. Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and obviously had a ton of practical experience. Great instructor!”
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Dave Neal
Years of Experience53With 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...
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S A Bourque, Nortown Electrical Contractors“I found Dave to be knowledgeable in regards to trade practice and the potential hazards associated with them. He was able to articulate pertinent points in a clear concise manner and with personality. The course was all in all; valuable and informative.”
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Chris Maxwell, Jervis B Webb Company Of CanadaI thought that Dave taught the course well. He made it interesting and kept everyone engaged.
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Curtis Miller, Mortenson ConstructionExcellent course, great interaction & instructor. Well planned out program. Great hands on & instruction on use of test tools, maintenance, care & cleaning.
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Jim Roberts
Years of Experience46Jim 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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Bernice O'Neil, Lambton Kent DSBExcellent course, full of need to know current info.
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Kevin Aikenhead, Pattern EnergyJim did a great job with the material. He was very knowledgeable and used real-life examples that are always helpful!
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Chris Drdla, University of TorontoJim 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.
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