Arc Flash (NFPA 70E) Safety Training (CAN)

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Arc Flash (NFPA 70E) Safety Training (CAN)

What is Arc Flash (NFPA 70E) Safety Training (CAN)?

Electrical arc flash incidents can cause serious injuries or fatalities in seconds, making proper training essential for anyone working on or near energized electrical equipment. This Arc Flash Safety Training course provides clear, regulation-aligned instruction to help workers and employers recognize arc flash hazards, understand required controls, and apply safe work practices in Canadian electrical environments, while reinforcing accountability, hazard awareness, and emergency preparedness to support safer and compliant workplaces.

Course Overview

Arc Flash Safety Training provides workers and employers with critical knowledge to prevent, recognize, and respond to arc flash hazards in electrical workplaces. This regulation-aligned online course fulfills classroom training requirements and supports compliance with Canadian electrical safety standards. Learners are guided through essential concepts including accountability, operational controls, hazard awareness, and emergency response procedures.

Throughout the Arc Flash Safety Training course, learners engage with interactive knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning and prepare them for the final written assessment. In addition to the exam, the course includes a practical evaluation checklist that employers can use to assess hands-on competency, supporting a complete and effective training program.

This Arc Flash Safety Training course aligns with major safety standards such as NFPA 70E, CSA Z462, the Canadian Electrical Code, and applicable provincial occupational health and safety regulations across Canada.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

Arc flash safety focuses on reducing the risk of serious injury or fatality caused by electrical arc flash incidents. Understanding arc flash hazards, proper controls, and safe work practices is essential for anyone working on or near energized electrical equipment. By completing training in this topic area, learners gain a clearer understanding of electrical risk management, regulatory expectations, and emergency preparedness in high-risk environments.

COURSE TOPICS

This course covers key areas required for safe electrical work, including:

  • Accountability: Understand individual and organizational responsibilities related to electrical safety
  • Introduction: Learn the purpose and importance of arc flash safety training
  • Definitions: Identify common electrical and arc flash terminology used in safety standards
  • Controls: Learn how engineering, administrative, and PPE controls reduce arc flash risk
  • Operations: Understand safe operating procedures for electrical equipment
  • Hazards: Identify common arc flash hazards and high-risk conditions
  • Emergency Response: Learn how to respond effectively to arc flash incidents
  • Conclusion: Review key safety concepts and reinforce best practices
COURSE DURATION

This online Arc Flash Safety Training course takes approximately 180 minutes to complete. Learners can progress at their own pace and pause or resume the course as needed.

PASS MARK

A passing mark of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Knowledge checks and quizzes are included throughout the training to reinforce learning and confirm understanding before the final assessment.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion, learners receive a digital certificate of completion. The certificate is available for download and can be saved or printed for training records and compliance documentation.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

The average completion time is 180 minutes. Individual times will vary depending how long is spent on each module.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is included to reinforce the training. You are allowed three attempts to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be safely stored on your account and is available to download & print.

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