Paul Sherwood

instructor years of experience

47

Years of
Experience

Biography

44 years as an Industrial Maintenance Electrician in the U.K. And Canada

Experience in the engineering and manufacturing industries maintaining a wide variety of electrical equipment

Worked 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 and low voltage switchgear and motor controls, VFD’s, PLC’s and all other electrical systems

Moved into a Planning position, job entailed planning and kitting work orders using a CMMS for Electrical and Instrumentation Crews, developing PM and maintenance plans for the Mill Electrical Systems.

In this role I was also the Radiation Safety Officer for the Site. Role involved maintenance and security of over 70 small nuclear sources at the mine site.

For the last 11 years before retirement I was the Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisors as per the , leading a crew of 17. In this role I was a key player in implementing a Electrical Safety Program for the Mill Maintenance teams. I have extensive training and experience on Leadership and Safety practises.


Expertise

Testimonials

  • Brandon Kyle Wijma, Mueller Electric Div II LTD
    Paul 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.
  • Lucas Grimaldi, Vari-Form Manufacturing
    The instructor was great. Paul was well spoken, carefully and thoughtfully went through each slide and seemed to be passionate about what he was teaching.
  • Jason Cox, Newmont
    I liked Paul's real world approach and the speed at which he spoke, easy to absorb.
  • Andrew Cliff, West Fraser
    Paul was a good instructor who was informative and understanding. I highly recommend him
  • Stefan Hayden, Canadian Coast Guard
    Paul communicated the information effectively. He didn't just read directly from the slides and kept the class engaged.
  • Andrea Sargent, Mount Milligan, Centerra Gold
    Paul was helpful and took the time to make sure we understood everything.
  • Jaime Cameron, Mt. Polley
    Paul Sherwood was very knowledgeable about the topic of the course. He adjusted the course to make it more relevant to our group of mine rescue personal who are not electricians but may run into these situations when responding to emergency call outs. He was able to answer all of our questions very quickly...
  • Colton Roberts, Stockdale's Electric
    Paul was very knowledgeable with experience and stories to back up what he said and what was in the slides.
  • Steven Plett, 3M Canada
    Paul was knowledgeable in electrical safety and brought some real-world experience to the course
  • Hao Zhang, Canadian Light Source Inc.
    I really enjoyed my two-day training with Paul. He did a great job simplifying complex concepts and making the material engaging for everyone. Looking forward to more sessions with him.
  • Clint Olsen, Pattern Energy
    Paul was very knowledgeable, with plenty of real-life examples to add to the course.
  • Spring Wiebe, Imperial Metals
    Paul was a well-spoken instructor who also took the time to explain everything in great detail, as the class participants weren't electricians.

Upcoming Courses

Dec 09 - Dec 10, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR24846 Register
Dec 09 - Dec 09, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR24845 Register
Dec 11 - Dec 11, 2024 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Charlottetown time, PE OR24973 Register
Jan 09 - Jan 09, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR25105 Register
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25021 Register
Jan 16 - Jan 16, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25020 Register
Jan 23 - Jan 23, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR25106 Register
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2025 In Person
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Saskatoon, SK OR25028 Register
Jan 30 - Jan 30, 2025 In Person
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Saskatoon, SK OR25027 Register
Feb 05 - Feb 05, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25059 Register
Feb 05 - Feb 05, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR25107 Register
Feb 18 - Feb 18, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25047 Register
Feb 18 - Feb 19, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25048 Register
Feb 19 - Feb 19, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR25108 Register
Feb 27 - Feb 27, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25053 Register
Feb 27 - Feb 28, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25054 Register
Mar 05 - Mar 05, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25109 Register
Mar 12 - Mar 12, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25134 Register
Mar 26 - Mar 26, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Winnipeg time, MB OR25110 Register
Mar 31 - Mar 31, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25131 Register
Mar 31 - Apr 01, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25132 Register
Apr 16 - Apr 16, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR25138 Register
Apr 23 - Apr 23, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR25139 Register

All Courses Taught

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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High Voltage Electrical Safety Course for Battery Electric Vehicles

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