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Program Description
Temporary grounding systems were developed to provide safety for those working on de-energized equipment. This program addresses the advantages of equipotential grounding and bonding over traditional methods. Discussions include the process by which a safe work environment can be created using equipotential grounding and bonding systems.
Program Content
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Electrical theory
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Permanent grounding methods
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Fault current availability
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Current capacities of temporary grounding connectors
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Potential testing
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Testing and maintaining grounding components, including vehicle grounds
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Demonstration of grounding methods—traditional versus equipotential
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Field practice of equipotential grounding and bonding installations
Who Should Attend?
Utility personnel who are required to construct, maintain, and operate electrical systems.
NOTE
Delivery of this program at your facility will require a suitable space to complete the practical portion of the program as well as the required equipment. Please check with your IHSA Consultant/Trainer for specific requirements.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Personal Protective Equipment / What to Bring
Participants are required to bring their own CSA-approved head, foot, and eye protection, leather work gloves, Class 2 rubber gloves, and AR/FR clothes suitable for outside work. The participant will not be permitted to participate in the course if they do not bring the noted personal protective equipment and tools.
Learning Evaluation
Learners must achieve 70% on a final knowledge evaluation to successfully complete the course.
Participant Course Evaluation
At the end of the training, participants will have the opportunity to evaluate and provide comments about the training they received.
Call to Register
To inquire about possible dates and enrollment for this course, please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-263-5024.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Registration fees for IHSA’s in-class training courses will be increasing. If you are registering for a course scheduled to take place prior to March 31, 2024, the price is unchanged. If you are registering for a course scheduled for April 1, 2024 or later, the price will be higher. Please see the tables below for more information.
Sessions Until March 31, 2024
The current pricing is in effect until March 31st 2024.
Program
Details
Price Per Participant at
IHSA Facility
Total Course Price at
Your Facility
Program Duration
2 Days
Member Fee
$338.00
Member Fee
$2,420.00
Max Participants
8
Non-member Fee
$676.00
Non-member Fee
$4,840.00
Session Details
From: Feb 29, 2024 - To: Mar 01, 2024
City: Any
Region: Any
| ihsa_EventNumber | CourseName | Date | City | Location | |
| E105669 | Equipotential Grounding and Bonding | 2/29/2024 8:00:00 AM | Mississauga | Skills Development Centre |
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Sessions After April 1, 2024
The new pricing listed below will come into effect on April 1st 2024
Program
Details
Price Per Participant at
IHSA Facility
Total Course Price at
Your Facility
Program Duration
2 Days
Member Fee
$390.00
Member Fee
$2,780.00
Max Participants
8
Non-member Fee
$780.00
Non-member Fee
$5,560.00
2024 Course Registration is Now Available
Register for courses after April 1, 2024