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

  • 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.
  • Jeff Henderson, Pengrowth Energy Corp.
    "Ed seemed to have a good background knowledge of the material based on field and teaching experience. He was easily approachable and would help when needed."
  • Eric Feader, TransGas
    “Ed is a very knowledgeable instructor with a wealth of troubleshooting experience. He kept everyone on task throughout the week to make sure all of the information was covered. It was nice to be challenged on some of the lab work and should prove valuable when I return to work.”
  • Justin Tremblay, Broder Electric Ltd
    Ed displays a very high level of knowledge on the topic that he is teaching and can give many real-life scenarios that relate to the topics being covered. Thus keeping you more engaged and understanding the reality of the hazard.
  • 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...
  • Darren Seyler, Syncrude Canada
    "Excellent. Ed explained everything clearly and had no difficulty answering all questions."
  • Tyler Romanchuk, Suncor
    “The course was excellent overall. The instructor, Ed Rideout was clear and made you feel comfortable with the material. Excellent tools and equipment provided.”
  • 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."
  • David Vivian, Deer Lake Power
    "Ed was very knowledgeable and was very open and helpful in answering any and all questions."
  • David Workun, Syncrude Canada
    "Poor knowledge of great hockey teams:) However, great knowledge of electricity and very fine tuned method of relaying that knowledge."
  • 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+.
  • Landon Pruys, Barrick – Williams Operating Corporation
    “The instructor, Ed, was very helpful in this course. He showed patience and did not single anyone out, which was nice. I would recommend this course to others. It lets you analyze and think rather than rush and guess. Hands on troubleshooting was helpful, and it makes it easier to retain information...
  • A. Lichodzijewski, Department of National Defense
    "Very interesting insight into Arc Flash safety. Good balance of theory and potential applications in everyday situations."
  • Hein de Jager, Suncor
    "Ed Rideout was friendly and a very knowledgeable instructor. He kept the course interesting and makes your head work hard."
  • Craig Speed, DND
    “I found Ed very pleasant, informative, and knowledgeable in this course. This course really got me thinking and organizing my thoughts and procedures in a logical manner. It really amazed me at how much quicker I was at troubleshooting the labs at the end of the course. I will recommend this course...

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Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR27078 Register
Feb 01 - Feb 01, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR27178 Register
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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR27179 Register
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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR27138 Register
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
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Mar 02 - Mar 02, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
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Mar 03 - Mar 03, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
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Mar 09 - Mar 10, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR27279 Register
Mar 09 - Mar 09, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR27278 Register
Mar 10 - Mar 10, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR27232 Register
Mar 22 - Mar 22, 2027 LIVE 2-Way Online
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR27297 Register
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Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR27298 Register
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Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR27352 Register
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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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Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators

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