{"id":564,"date":"2026-01-27T17:27:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T17:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meritontario.com\/training\/?post_type=courses&#038;p=564"},"modified":"2026-01-27T17:34:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T17:34:53","slug":"arc-flash-awareness-training","status":"publish","type":"courses","link":"https:\/\/www.meritontario.com\/training\/courses\/arc-flash-awareness-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Arc Flash Awareness: Basic Safety Principles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>arc flash awareness training<\/strong> course provides workers with foundational awareness of arc flash hazards associated with electrical equipment and energized systems. Participants will learn what an arc flash is, why it occurs, and the serious consequences it can cause, including burns, blast pressure, and fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The course introduces basic electrical safety principles such as hazard identification, approach boundaries, warning labels, and the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE). It supports awareness of electrical safety requirements under Ontario legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an <strong>awareness-level course only<\/strong> and does not authorize participants to perform energized electrical work or replace required technical training, lockout\/tagout procedures, or competent person supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who should take this course<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is intended for construction and industrial workers, supervisors, forepersons, and site personnel who work on or near electrical equipment or may be exposed to arc flash hazards. It is especially relevant for non-electrical workers, new or young workers, and workers who do not perform electrical tasks but may be present in energized environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Objectives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By the end of this course, learners will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand Ontario electrical safety laws and workplace regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain what an arc flash is and why it is dangerous<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify electrical hazards and arc flash risks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognize the importance of inspections and equipment maintenance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply basic safety practices when working near energized electrical systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Delivery Mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-directed online study with 24\/7 access through an individual learner account on a user-friendly LMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Platforms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessible on laptop, desktop, and mobile devices using all browsers. The course is also available through the Brightspace Pulse App on the App Store and Google Play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A minimum score of <strong>80%<\/strong> is required on the final assessment to receive a Certificate of Completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A digital Certificate of Completion is generated and stored within the LMS platform. 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