Course description
The "Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding" course offers a focused and intensive training program specifically designed for substation engineers and electrical professionals tasked with the maintenance, testing, and safety of grounding and bonding systems within industrial and substation environments. This one-day course aims to instill best practices and provide a comprehensive understanding of grounding and bonding as per industry-accepted standards and regulations.
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Who should attend?
Who Should Attend:
- Substation Engineers
- Electrical Maintenance Personnel
- Safety Officers involved in electrical installations
- Professionals responsible for LV/MV/HV substations
Enrollment Information:
This course is essential for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of grounding and bonding practices within the context of industrial and substation operations. It promises not only to enhance participants' technical knowledge and skills but also to foster a safer and more compliant working environment.
Training content
Key Features of the Course:
- Guidance Based on Authoritative Standards: The curriculum is built around the Canadian Standards Association's CSA Z463, CSA Z462, NETA's ANSI/NETA 2019 standards, and IEEE Standard 80, ensuring participants receive training that is both current and compliant with industry benchmarks.
- Expert Instruction: Learn from certified electrical professionals with years of field experience and solid educational credentials. The course leverages a blend of professionally designed materials, case studies, and hands-on demonstrations to facilitate effective learning.
- Comprehensive Understanding: Gain insights into the theoretical and practical aspects of grounding and bonding, including common misconceptions, code rules, testing methods, and the interpretation of test data.
- Safety Emphasis: A strong focus on identifying and mitigating job-related hazards, ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of electrical grounding systems, and proactive measures to prevent accidents and injuries.
Course Highlights:
- Scope and Object: Introduction to the principles of grounding and bonding, exploring their significance and applications in industrial and substation settings.
- Key Definitions: Clarification of industry terminology to ensure accurate communication and understanding of grounding and bonding concepts.
- Grounding and Bonding Misconceptions: Addressing common misunderstandings and emphasizing the distinctions between grounding and bonding as outlined in electrical codes.
- Station Ground Electrode: Exploration of code rules, conditions, and practical applications through relevant case studies.
- Station Ground Resistance: Detailed guidance on testing methods, interpreting results, and understanding the implications for system safety and efficiency.
- Connections to Ground and Fence Grounding: Examination of code rules and best practices for connecting to ground and specific considerations for fence grounding in substation environments.
- Gang Operated Switches: Insights into the safe operation and maintenance practices for gang-operated switches, supported by applicable code rules and case studies.
Certification / Credits
Participants will emerge with the ability to:
- Navigate and apply the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA B-72, IEEE Std-81, and IEEE Std-80 requirements effectively.
- Identify and mitigate potential hazards related to grounding and bonding in industrial and substation contexts.
- Recognize deficiencies within grounding and bonding systems and initiate corrective actions to ensure compliance and enhance safety.
- Implement best practices to prevent accidents, injuries, and ensure the reliability of electrical grounding systems.
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Canada Training Group
Canada Training Group stands as a premier provider of industrial electrical safety and technical training. With over 40 years of expertise, we specialize in delivering comprehensive, results-oriented training programs designed to enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency across various industries. Our...