Edward Rideout

instructor years of experience

55

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

  • Eric Chaytor, DSM
    “Ed Rideout was personable and very experienced in the hazards associated with Arc Flash. There was lots of anecdotes and references to real life circumstances.”
  • Chris Osmond, Suncor
    “The course was well presented and the instructor Ed Rideout gave good explanations and answers to the questions asked. He taught us how to look at problems in a different way and showed us other troubleshooting methods.”
  • Dave Robinson, Mosaic Esterhazy
    “The instructor, Ed Rideout is very good, easy to talk to and approach. He is very willing to help and spend extra time with any questions.”
  • 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+.
  • Corey King, Suncor
    "Ed Rideout was an excellent instructor. He was very knowledgeable, informative and answered all our questions. I would recommend the course, Maintaining and Testing Low and Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers to other tradesmen."
  • Nathan Smith, Kraken Robotic Systems Inc.
    Instructor was competent and handled the content in a way that was professional and kept folks as engaged as possible on a online safety course. Ed was able to answer some of my ignorant questions without making me feel singled out or stupid, which helped with understanding and buy in for the course.
  • Chance Harness, Vollmer Inc.
    Edward has had a lot of valuable experience in the utility industry as well as the industrial. He is also very knowledgeable in safety because of the various managerial roles he's been involved with throughout his career. Edward was also very interested in teaching and learning. He keeps the course 'fresh...
  • Brandon Hunt, Syncrude Canada
    “Very informal and Ed Rideout kept all participants alert and interested in the knowledge of the course.”
  • 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.”
  • Steven Clarke, Halifax International Airport Authority
    “Ed was very informative and knowledgeable on what he teaches. His own personal experience and encounters make the material become more of a reality.”
  • 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."
  • Josh Whalen, Department of National Defence
    “Ed is a great instructor; his experience in the trade is a great asset to young electricians such as myself.”
  • Sean Callahan, Suncor
    "The instructor, Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with."
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    “The instructor, Ed Rideout is very knowledgeable in test equipment, great life experience in all types of test equipment. He is respectful of students and patient.” Ray Vinish, Mosaic Esterhazy

Upcoming Courses

Sep 18 - Sep 18, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR24493 Register
Sep 19 - Sep 20, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR24638 Register
Sep 19 - Sep 19, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Fredericton time, NB OR24637 Register
Oct 09 - Oct 09, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR24555 Register
Oct 15 - Oct 15, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR24730 Register
Oct 15 - Oct 16, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR24731 Register
Oct 21 - Oct 25, 2024 In Person
Advanced Electrical System Testing and Maintenance - includes Medium Voltage
Mississauga, ON OR24887 Register
Oct 23 - Oct 23, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR24494 Register
Oct 28 - Oct 29, 2024 In Person
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Halifax, NS OR24717 Register
Oct 28 - Oct 28, 2024 In Person
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Halifax, NS OR24716 Register
Oct 30 - Oct 30, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR24743 Register
Oct 30 - Oct 31, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR24744 Register
Dec 02 - Dec 02, 2024 In Person
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Halifax, NS OR24835 Register
Dec 02 - Dec 03, 2024 In Person
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Halifax, NS OR24836 Register
Dec 04 - Dec 04, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR24553 Register
Dec 11 - Dec 11, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR24554 Register
Dec 12 - Dec 13, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR24848 Register
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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR24847 Register
Dec 19 - Dec 20, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR24852 Register
Dec 19 - Dec 19, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm St. John's NL time, NL OR24851 Register

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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