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In Part 1, James R. White looked at the level of training required, suggested components of a training program, and the definition of a “qualified” person. Here, he compares CSA Z462 and NFPA 70E by emergency response training, lockout/tagout and more. Also included: a handy checklist summary of CSA, NFPA and OSHA electrical safety training requirements.
June 23, 2025 Transformers in the EV Charging Boom: Are We Ready for the Load? As electric vehicles (EVs) continue their rapid rise, one question looms over the energy sector, municipalities, and developers alike: Is our infrastructure truly ready for the surge in demand? From city streets to highway rest stops, new EV chargers are…
IEEE 1584.1 Guide for Specification of Scope and Deliverable Requirements for an Arc-Flash Hazard Calculation Study in Accordance with IEEE Std 1584 provides detailed guidance on how to complete an arc flash hazard incident energy analysis study and recommended content for the P.Eng. authenticated report.
Health and Safety (H&S) have always been one of Sonepar’s top priorities. However, the tasks regarding inspection procedures and incident reports have a reputation for being inconvenient and inefficient.
The Canadian Electrical Code, Part I is a key component of Canada’s electrical safety system. Its value comes from its ability to facilitate innovation and create economic opportunities while helping to ensure public and worker safety. Although the code is updated every three years to reflect advances in technology and other major developments, the frequency of these updates and the sheer number of changes in each edition can make it challenging for you to keep up on the job. Choosing the right training program helps you to quickly understand the new requirements so you can unlock the value of the code.
In Part 1, James R. White looked at the level of training required, suggested components of a training program, and the definition of a “qualified” person. Here, he compares CSA Z462 and NFPA 70E by emergency response training, lockout/tagout and more. Also included: a handy checklist summary of CSA, NFPA and OSHA electrical safety training requirements.
June 23, 2025 Transformers in the EV Charging Boom: Are We Ready for the Load? As electric vehicles (EVs) continue their rapid rise, one question looms over the energy sector, municipalities, and developers alike: Is our infrastructure truly ready for the surge in demand? From city streets to highway rest stops, new EV chargers are…
IEEE 1584.1 Guide for Specification of Scope and Deliverable Requirements for an Arc-Flash Hazard Calculation Study in Accordance with IEEE Std 1584 provides detailed guidance on how to complete an arc flash hazard incident energy analysis study and recommended content for the P.Eng. authenticated report.
Health and Safety (H&S) have always been one of Sonepar’s top priorities. However, the tasks regarding inspection procedures and incident reports have a reputation for being inconvenient and inefficient.
The Canadian Electrical Code, Part I is a key component of Canada’s electrical safety system. Its value comes from its ability to facilitate innovation and create economic opportunities while helping to ensure public and worker safety. Although the code is updated every three years to reflect advances in technology and other major developments, the frequency of these updates and the sheer number of changes in each edition can make it challenging for you to keep up on the job. Choosing the right training program helps you to quickly understand the new requirements so you can unlock the value of the code.
In Part 1, James R. White looked at the level of training required, suggested components of a training program, and the definition of a “qualified” person. Here, he compares CSA Z462 and NFPA 70E by emergency response training, lockout/tagout and more. Also included: a handy checklist summary of CSA, NFPA and OSHA electrical safety training requirements.
June 23, 2025 Transformers in the EV Charging Boom: Are We Ready for the Load? As electric vehicles (EVs) continue their rapid rise, one question looms over the energy sector, municipalities, and developers alike: Is our infrastructure truly ready for the surge in demand? From city streets to highway rest stops, new EV chargers are…
IEEE 1584.1 Guide for Specification of Scope and Deliverable Requirements for an Arc-Flash Hazard Calculation Study in Accordance with IEEE Std 1584 provides detailed guidance on how to complete an arc flash hazard incident energy analysis study and recommended content for the P.Eng. authenticated report.
Health and Safety (H&S) have always been one of Sonepar’s top priorities. However, the tasks regarding inspection procedures and incident reports have a reputation for being inconvenient and inefficient.
The Canadian Electrical Code, Part I is a key component of Canada’s electrical safety system. Its value comes from its ability to facilitate innovation and create economic opportunities while helping to ensure public and worker safety. Although the code is updated every three years to reflect advances in technology and other major developments, the frequency of these updates and the sheer number of changes in each edition can make it challenging for you to keep up on the job. Choosing the right training program helps you to quickly understand the new requirements so you can unlock the value of the code.
July 4, 2025 The story of Peerless Electric begins in 1939, at the heart of Montreal, in a time of great global uncertainty. As the world edged toward war and economies struggled to recover from the Great Depression, a small group of innovators dared to dream big: to create lighting solutions that would stand the… Read More…
July 4, 2025 EFC is proud to share its 2025 Industry Research report — a comprehensive look into the changing dynamics of the Canadian electrical and automation markets. This year’s report dives deep into the evolving expectations of customers as our industry navigates supply chain pressures, digital transformation, and sustainability demands. Based on input from… Read More…
July 4. 2025 The presence of women in the construction industry continues to grow in Quebec. In 2024, there were 7,885 women working in various trades. 3,589 Quebec contractors hired at least one woman on their construction sites, an all-time high. Of this number, nearly 480 companies operate in the electrical sector. The CMEQ salutes… Read More…
July 4, 2025 EB Horsman & Son are proud to be celebrating 125 years in business. To mark the milestone, they recorded a special podcast that takes a look back at where they started, how far they’ve come, and the people and values that shaped the journey. Source Read More…
July 10, 2025 Mac’s II Agencies is pleased to announce that Drazen Jerkovic will be joining their Project & Specification Sales team in the Lighting Division later this fall. With over 25 years of experience in the lighting and electrical industry, Drazen is a highly respected consultant known for his technical knowledge and deep understanding of project delivery…. Read More…
July 7, 2025 Intralec Electrical Products is proud to announce our new partnership with IDEAL Electrical as their sales agency for the Central & Southwestern Ontario regions. As a Canadian manufacturer with over 60 years of experience producing quality products—many of which, like the Can-Twist wire connector and Yellow 77 lubricant, are made in Ajax,… Read More…
July 4, 2025 The City of Winnipeg has launched an improved Permits Online web portal. This upgrade aims to make the permit process more convenient for customers. Permits Online is a one-stop shop to manage the permit process. Now, the web portal is easier to use because customers can navigate it using their mobile device. The portal… Read More…
July 4, 2025 Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched Chapter 3 of its online Sustainability School, a free training program designed to empower its channel ecosystem partners to become leaders in sustainability. This chapter will focus on teaching businesses how to decarbonize and unlock the competitive… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.