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The Electricity Forum Training Institute

Course Outline
Variable Frequency Drives
December 4-5,2006 -- Vancouver, BC
December 5-6,2006 -- Edmonton, AB
December 11-12,2006 -- Toronto, ON
December 12-13,2006 -- Ottawa, ON

Arc Flash and Electrical Safety
January 8-9,2007 -- Toronto, ON
January 10-11,2007 -- Ottawa, ON
January 11-12,2007 -- Montreal, QC
January 15-16,2007 -- Vancouver, BC
January 17-18,2007 -- Edmonton, AB
January 18-19,2007 -- Fort McMurray, AB
January 22-23,2007 -- Calgary, AB
January 24-25,2007 -- Saskatoon, SK
January 29-30,2007 -- Winnipeg, MB

Advanced 3-Day Electrical Grounding Training
January 29-31,2007 -- Vancouver, BC

High Voltage Grounding of Utility and Industrial Distribution Systems
February 1-1,2007 -- Vancouver, BC

Advanced 3-Day Electrical Grounding Training
February 5-7,2007 -- Edmonton, AB

High Voltage Grounding of Utility and Industrial Distribution Systems
February 8-8,2007 -- Edmonton, AB

Basic Electrical Grounding Training
February 12-13,2007 -- Saskatoon, SK

Electrical Transformer Training
February 12-13,2007 -- Vancouver, BC
February 13-14,2007 -- Edmonton, AB

Basic Electrical Grounding Training
February 14-15,2007 -- Winnipeg, MB

Electrical Transformer Training
February 19-20,2007 -- Toronto, ON

Basic Electrical Grounding Training
February 20-21,2007 -- Toronto, ON

Electrical Transformer Training
February 20-21,2007 -- Ottawa, ON

High Voltage Grounding of Utility and Industrial Distribution Systems
February 22-22,2007 -- Toronto, ON

Advanced 3-Day Electrical Grounding Training
February 26-28,2007 -- Toronto, ON

Grounding and Bonding For The Telecommunications Industry
March 1-2,2007 -- Toronto, ON

Electrical Safety In The Workplace Forum

Thunder Bay, ON - September 13-14, 2005

Sudbury, ON - September 15-16, 2005

Ottawa, ON - September 19-20, 2005

Saint John, NB - September 22-23, 2005

Halifax, NS - September 26-27, 2005

St. John's, NL - September 29-30, 2005




These Cross-Canada Forums will focus on recent code revisions from NEC and NFPA regarding electrical safety, specifically arc flash hazards. As well, electrical inspectors from each province will make special presentations about electrical safety codes and standards. CSA will be making a special presentation on how the Canadian Electrical Safety system works and how CSA standards are integrated into it. Also, various Flame Retardant clothing manufacturers will discuss the wide range of options available when it comes to protective clothing and safety equipment.

In addition, Michael Hodder of Eaton Electrical will present a special One-Day Tutorial On Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Hazards.

During this tutorial you will:

  • Define short circuits and electrical arcs.
  • Understand arc flash parameters.
  • Determine energy released during a short circuit and why you need to be protected.
  • Learn techniques for reducing arc flash energy.
  • Learn how to protect yourself and those around you from electrical hazards.
  • Learn how to select proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for the right environment.

Electrical dangers such as shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast will always be present on the job, but proper training and safety strategies can minimize the likelihood of injuries and fatalities. NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety in the Workplace - covers the full range of electrical safety issues from work practices to maintenance, special equipment requirements, and installation. In fact, OSHA in the United States already bases its electrical safety mandates on the comprehensive information in this important Standard. THIS STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROTECTION IS BEING CONSIDERED FOR ADOPTION IN CANADA AND IT IS ADVISABLE THAT ALL CANADIAN COMPANIES BECOME FAMILIAR WITH ARC FLASH STANDARDS AND PRACTICES


Who Should Attend:
Utility, industrial, commercial, institutional electrical professionals, electrical contractors, and others who are involved in hands-on electrical roles or maintenance planning. This includes electrical engineers, electrical technicians, electricians, linemen, supervisors, and other personnel who work on or near energized electrical equipment and systems are also prime candidates for this course.

Bonus Features:

With your forum participation, (which includes Refreshments, Lunches and Hospitality Suite Sponsored by Eaton Electrical) you will receive the following:

  • A FREE 133-Page NFPA 70E STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE (Value $60)
  • A FREE Electricity Forum 120-page Electrical Safety Handbook (Value $35.00)
  • An Electricity Forum Coupon (Value $100) to be used against any future 2005 Electricity Forum event (restrictions apply)
  • 1.4 CEU credits issued by the Engineering Institute of Canada. (GST #R105219976)
  • Forum Presentations in Paper Format
  • CD Rom containing Presentations


FULL DAY TUTORIAL

DAY 1

9:00 a.m.
Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Awareness
Michael Hodder, Eaton Electric (Saint John, Halifax, Sudbury, Ottawa locations)
Alan Wing, Siemens Canada (Thunder Bay, St. John's locations)

Hightlights of Presentation:
Electrical Hazards

  • SHOCK
  • FLASH BURNS
  • BLAST PRESSURE

    Existing and Proposed Standards

  • NFPA70E-2004
  • IEEE 1584-2002
  • OSHA
  • OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT AND REGULATIONS

    Preparing to Work Safely

  • JOB BRIEFING
  • ENERGIZED WORK PERMIT

    Determining Safe Approach Distance

  • FLASH PROTECTION BOUNDARY
  • LIMITS OF APPROACH

    Determining Hazard Risk Category

  • USING NFPA70E TABLES

    Fault Current Calculations

  • BOLTED FAULT
  • ARCING FAULT

    Determination of Arcing Fault Clearing Time

  • TIME CURRENT CURVES
  • COORDINATION STUDIES

    Incident Energy Exposure Calculations

  • NFPA70E METHOD
  • IEEE 1584 METHOD

    Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

  • DEMONSTRATION OF VARIOUS SOFTWARE PACKAGES
  • ARC FLASH LABELS

    Practical solutions for Reducing Arc-Flash Hazard

  • REDUCE THE AVAILABLE FAULT CURRENT
  • PROVIDE FASTER TRIPPING TIME
  • MOVE PERSON FURTHER AWAY

    DAY 2

    9:00 am

    ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND FLAME RESISTANT (FR) GARMENTS
    Scott M. Margolin, Field Technical Manager
    Westex Inc.

    The presentation is designed to inform delegates of the changes to the safety system

  • What is FR clothing and why is it important
  • How FR fabrics are engineered to be flame and arc resistant
  • Body burn injury basics
  • Extensive video of high and low voltage arc flash with FR and non FR clothing
  • ATPV testing: how it is done, what it means, and review of data
  • Creating an FRC program
  • Proper use and maintenance of FRC

    10:15 am Coffee

    10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

    Hazard Assessment and Inherently Flame Resistant Clothing Programs: 3 Case Studies Dupont
    Carolyn Black, Thermal Specialist, Dupont Protection and Control (Saint John NB, Halifax, St. John's NFL locations)
    Ernie Jones (Ottawa location only)
    Fleet Smith (Thunder Bay and Sudbury locations only)
    Dupont Canada

    The first section of this presentation will give an overview of how to perform a Hazard Assessment where the need to create or improve a Flame Resistant Clothing program exists. Computer-based hazard assessment tools will be demonstrated and generic inherently flame resistant clothing programs will be discussed.

    The second section will present three case studies using Canadian examples of the hazard assessment process and the selection and use of inherently flame resistant clothing.

    11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

    ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
    Bob Corcoran, Utilities Sales Manager, Canada
    Salisbury Inc.

    ASTM, OSHA, NFPA Regulations and standards regarding the specification and use and care of:

  • Proper use, inspections & tests of PPE
  • Rubber insulating gloves
  • Insulating equipment
  • Arc equipment
  • Insulated/insulating hand tools
  • proper selection and care of insulated equipment

    12:00 noon - 1:00 pm Lunch

    1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

    PROVINCIAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CODES & INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
    In each forum location, a representative of the provincial electrical safety authority will make a presentation on that province’s electrical safety code and how it applies to industrial, commercial and institutional facilities. Delegates will have ample opportunity to question and consult with electrical inspectors who will be in attendance.

    2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) AND ASTM GUIDELINES
    Bill Murphy
    AGO Industries

  • Review in some detail ASTM-F-1506-02

  • Review in some detail ASTM-F-1959

  • Discuss potential dangers & energy levels & temperatures generated during an ARC flash

  • Discuss burn injury caused by an ARC flash including where the wrong garment was worn and incidents where the proper FR garments protected

  • Discuss terminology: FR vs Non FR; Fire retardant vs Flame resistant, the evolution of fabrics; various types of FR fabrics & protection levels; effects of undergarments

  • Show samples of FR garments; style, colour & weight

  • Discuss the approximate cost to outfit and what is required for HRC 1-4

  • Overview of American, Canadian, and Provincial legislation. Events which drove legislation. Touching on Bill C-45 and enforcement.

  • Discuss changes in culture across the country towards P.P.E. How a tragedy normally causes a reaction.

  • Concluding comments Q & A period


    GENERAL INFORMATION

    When and Where
    The Electrical Safety In The Workplace forums will be held as follows:

    Thunder Bay, ON
    Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel
    17 Cumberland Street North
    Tel: 807-346-5123

    Sudbury, ON
    Radisson Hotel Sudbury
    85 Ste. Anne Rd.
    Tel: 705-675-1123

    Ottawa, ON
    Cartier Place Suite Hotel
    180 Rue Cooper St.
    Tel: 1-800-236-8399

    Saint John, NB
    Holiday Inn Express
    400 Main St.
    Tel: 506-642-2622

    Halifax, NS
    Citadel Halifax Hotel
    1960 Brunswick St.
    Tel: 902-422-1391

    St. John's, NF
    Best Western Hotel
    199 Kenmount Rd.
    Tel: 709-722-5540

    A special bedroom rate (non-commissionable) has been arranged with these hotels. To receive this rate, inform the hotel that you are a delegate with the Canadian Electricity Forum when making your reservation.

  • Registration Fees

    The registration fee to attend the forum is $649.00 + 45.43 GST (or $649.00 + 97.35 HST for Saint John, St. John's and Halifax).
    Register and prepay 8 days before EACH FORUM and receive an early bird registration fee of $599.00 + $41.93 GST (or $599.00 + 89.85 HST for Saint John, St. John's and Halifax) per delegate.

    Register 3 delegates at full price, and get a 4th registration FREE!

    The fee includes forum participation, refreshments and luncheons on both days. Delegates will also receive:

    • All Forum presentation materials in paper format AND CD Rom format
    • A FREE 133-Page NFPA 70E STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE (Value $60)
    • An Electricity Forum Coupon (Value $100) to be used against any future 2005 Electricity Forum event (restrictions apply)
    • 1.4 CEU credits issued by the Engineering Institute of Canada. (GST #R105219976)
    • Forum Presentations in Paper Format
    • CD Rom containing Presentations

    Registration Procedure

    Mail:
    Canadian Electricity Forum
    15 Harwood Avenue South, Suite 204
    Ajax, ON L1S 2B9

    Phone:
    Call our Registration Department at 905-686-1040

    Fax:
    Fax your completed form to Registration Services at (905) 686-1078

    On-line:
    www.electricityforum.com/forums/reg.htm

    A letter of confirmation will be sent to you once the registration form is processed.

    Air Flight Information

    We have appointed Air Canada as the official airline of our 2005 forums. Simply contact Air Canada’s North America toll free number at 1-800-361-7585 or local number 514-393-9494 or your travel agent and take advantage of Special Discounted Airfares. Our convention number is CV053569.

    Cancellation and Refund Policy

    Registration fees are refundable only upon receipt of written notification 10 days prior to the conference date, less a 10 per cent service charge. Substitution of participants is permissible.

    The Canadian Electricity Forum reserves the right to cancel any conference it deems necessary and will, in such event, make a full refund of the registration fees.

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    About the Canadian Electricity Forum
    With headquarters in Ajax, Ontario, The Canadian Electricity Forum is dedicated to providing cost-effective, highly specialized education and learning through industry-wide forums, electrical training courses, Electricity Today magazine, and a comprehensive website at www.electricityforum.com. Since 1986, more than 15,000 delegates from leading companies across Canada have attended our forums and courses, including:

  • B.C. Hydro
  • Department of National Defence
  • Hydro One
  • Ontario Power Generation
  • Nova Chemicals
  • Weyer haeuser
  • Petrocanada
  • University of Alberta
  • TransAlta Utilities
  • EPCOR
  • ENMAX
  • Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • SNC-Lavalin
  • Falconbridge Mining
  • Dofasco
  • Pepsi Bottling Group
  • General Motors
  • TransCanada Pipelines
  • University of Toronto
  • Greater Vancouver Regional District
  • Irving Oil

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