Important Notices & Accommodations

Program Description

This IHSA course is hands-on

With the continuing trend toward underground systems, it is important that utility personnel keep abreast of the changing techniques and available equipment. This program helps underground construction or maintenance employees recognize and implement modern technology.

 

NOTE

A refresher version of this program is available on request.

 

Program Content

  • Review of electrical theory
  • Types of underground cable
  • Splicing and terminating high-voltage cables
  • Load-break devices
  • Job planning/tailboard talks
  • Entry into confined spaces
  • Potential indicating devices
  • Cable locating, testing, and fault locating
  • Switching and grounding of underground plant
 

Who Should Attend?

Personnel who are involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of underground systems.

 

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, personal hand tools used in underground applications, suitable clothing for outside work (AR/FR rated for work in an electrical environment), and Class #2 rubber gloves and covers. Attendees will not be permitted to participate in the course if they do not bring the noted personal protective equipment and tools.

 

Learning Evaluation

A score of 70% on the final evaluation is required for successful completion of 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.

 

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.

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
4 Days
Member Fee
$676.00
Member Fee
$4,840.00
Max Participants
6
Non-member Fee
$1,352.00
Non-member Fee
$9,680.00
 

Session Details



City: Any
Region: Any


 

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
4 Days
Member Fee
$780.00
Member Fee
$5,560.00
Max Participants
6
Non-member Fee
$1,560.00
Non-member Fee
$11,120.00
 

2024 Course Registration is Now Available

Register for courses after April 1, 2024

Register
 

Session Details


From: Apr 08, 2024 - To: Apr 11, 2024
City: Any
Region: Any

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E106959Underground Proficiency4/8/2024 8:00:00 AMMississaugaSkills Development Centre Register