Edward Rideout

instructor years of experience

57

Years of
Experience

Biography

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 station, then as a journeyman electrician and then he went on in 1985 to become the leading electrician.

By 1999 he had become supervisor over the electrical department and a year later became supervisor over the entire maintenance department, where he worked until his retirement in 2006. Ed is very knowledgeable about Medium Voltage Switchgear and having run a small business and supervising an Electrical Maintenance Group gives him a better understanding of our client’s needs.

Expertise

Testimonials

  • 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.”
  • Leah Melvin, Newfoundland Hydro
    Ed was a great instructor for this course. He's experienced in the field and has a good overall knowledge of the industry. Ed presented the material well and was straight forward. His personality and presentation was A+.
  • Robert Jewett, Suncor
    "Excellent job, very thorough. Instructor, Ed Rideout is very knowledgeable with a strong background. A major benefit for us in the workplace."
  • Terry Hilchey, Halifax Stanfield International Airport
    "Ed, the knowledge you shared was definitely an asset. The course was more enjoyable."
  • John Gazzola, Lynk Electric
    "I thought the instructor was very good. He had an excellent understanding of the subject matter. And was very open to taking questions and gave good answers. Very good course."
  • Stephen Ramkhelawan, Saipem Canada
    "Mr. Ed Rideout was very interesting to listen to and his work experiences certainly helped me understand his material and topics presented. I would be more than happy and interested to attend another one of his seminars. Mr. Rideout is very knowledgeable and presented information in a very well planned...
  • Curtis Daigneault, Cameco Corporation - Cigar Lake
    "Ed is a very knowledgeable course instructor. He recommends the "document everything" and it is a very effective tool in troubleshooting. He was also very helpful and always discussed and answered all questions that were asked."
  • Bruce Barrett, Lynk Electric
    "Instructor was very clear and professional about his job and explained course details very well. Ed took the time to go over the details and showed lots of interesting videos."
  • Colin Durand, Jacobs Industrial Services Ltd.
    “Ed is a good instructor. The material was well covered. The course will help me in my career and possibly save me from injury.”
  • Brent Green, Newfoundland Power
    “The instructor Ed Rideout, presented the course content in a clear efficient manner. New troubleshooting techniques were well presented and received. By the end of the course I had noticed overall improvement in circuit troubleshooting ability.”
  • Dennis Verceles, Syncrude Canada
    “The instructor was extremely good at explaining the course content of the subject. Time was utilized very well. Course was well-organized and the video presentation was very knowledgeable and helpful. Good course. Well done Ed!”
  • Tony Cranford, Newfoundland Power
    “This was a really good course and instructor(Ed Rideout). I found great improvement in troubleshooting procedures and documentation. It also reduced number of steps to find faults by 50% to 75% (more efficient). I recognized different ways to troubleshoot (both open circuits and short circuits). I...
  • Rodney Pettigrew, Kramer Ltd.
    "Ed is very knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating. He made a challenging course very interesting."
  • Hein de Jager, Suncor
    "Ed Rideout was friendly and a very knowledgeable instructor. He kept the course interesting and makes your head work hard."
  • Conrad Young, Deer Lake Power
    "Ed Rideout is quite knowledgeable and knew the trade, be it line work, electrical or electronic."

Upcoming Courses

May 20 - May 21, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR261016 Register
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR261020 Register
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR261054 Register
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR261067 Register
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
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Sep 16 - Sep 16, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR261076 Register
Sep 23 - Sep 24, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR261216 Register
Sep 24 - Sep 24, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR261090 Register
Sep 24 - Sep 24, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR261114 Register
Sep 24 - Sep 25, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR261091 Register
Sep 28 - Sep 28, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR261118 Register
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Power Cable Testing & Maintenance
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Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance
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Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR261251 Register
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance
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All Courses Taught

Advanced Electrical System Testing and Maintenance - includes Medium Voltage

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How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning

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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification

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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety

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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification

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Power Cable Testing & Maintenance

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Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance

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Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance

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Medium Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance

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Fundamentals of Industrial and Substation Battery Testing & Maintenance

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Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding

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Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators

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