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Board message The CPCA held its Annual General Meeting on June 5 2019 in conjunction with the Alberta Petroleum Storage System Contractors Association APSSCA at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino in Calgary Board members in attendance were as follows CPCA President Marcus Cormier from Cantest Solutions directors Kim Hansen from MI Petro representing APSSCA Gord Thompson from Comco Canada representing OPCA and Margo Middleton from Middleton Petroleum repre senting BCPCA Directors also in attendance via video conference were Mike Seibel from National Energy Equipment representing SR PCA and Louis Rizzetto from National Energy Equipment representing AEPQ There were also several APSSCA members in attendance includ ing Joe Murphy from Fireball Equipment and Pat White from Leak Technologies The Board discussed issues and updates among the provincial associations Training initiatives was the leading topic as we anticipate the launch of the Petroleum Mechanic training program in Quebec as well as a new course for generator work and inspections developed by the OPCA AEPQ Director Louis Rizzetto reported that the Petroleum Mechanic trade is very close to being recognized in Quebec noting the finalization of all materials and examina tions OPCA Executive Director Michelle Rae gave a presentation on the B139 Technician course they are developing We would like to thank the APSSCA for host ing our event Details on the provincial updates and more on the upcoming training initiatives will be posted on the CPCA website Lastly we would also like to acknowledge Rob Bateman of the BCPCA As Margo Middleton mentions in the BCPCA update Rob was integral in the formation of the BCPCA as well as the training program for petroleum installers and technicians in British Columbia We would like to thank Rob for his many years of involvement with the CPCA and wish him all the best in his retirement BOARD OF DIRECTORS CPCA MEMBER ASSOCIATIONS Alberta Petroleum Storage Systems Contractors Association Association des Entrepreneurs P troliers du Qu bec Inc British Columbia Petroleum Contractors Association Manitoba Petroleum Contractors Association Ontario Petroleum Contractors Association Saskatchewan Retail Petroleum Construction Association ALBERTA Marcus Cormier Cantest Solutions Tel 403 912 9129 Ext 12 mcormier cantest net Kim Hansen MI Petro Tel 866 563 7868 khansen mipetro com MANITOBA Chad Kenwood Century Ptetroleum Construction Tel 204 694 2230 centpet mts net ONTARIO Gord Thompson Comco Canada Inc Tel 705 728 0905 gord thompson comcocanada com Ken Jamieson Kenstruct Ltd Tel 855 912 8453 ken kenstruct ca QUEBEC Guy Rochon Service Construction Mobile Lt e Tel 418 688 5751 grochon groupemobile com Louis Rizzetto quipement National nergie Tel 514 489 8281 lrizzetto nee ca SASKATCHEWAN Arlene Wright Capital Petroleum Services Ltd Tel 306 757 3533 arlene_cps sasktel net Mike Seibel National Energy Equipment Inc Tel 306 665 0223 mseibel nee ca BRITISH COLUMBIA Margo Middleton Middleton Petroleum Tel 250 372 7742 midpet shaw ca CPCA OFFICE Michelle Rae Administrator Mailing Address 51 King St Unit 8 Barrie ON L4N 6B5 Toll Free 1 866 360 6722 Tel 705 735 9437 Fax 705 735 9418 info cpcaonline com Web www cpcaonline com OFFICERS Marcus Cormier President Louis Rizzetto Vice President Kim Hansen Secretary Chad Kenwood Treasurer 4 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR OCTOBER 2019
REGIONAL NEWS BCPCA UPDATES By Margo Middleton President The BCPCA is excited to be hosting an industry event in conjunction with The Convenience U CARWACS Show happening in Abbotsford BC on October 29 and 30 We have plans to host some manufacturer train ing and certification courses as well as the first ever CPCA PMH class to be held in British Columbia Event registration and sponsorship is now avail able Information on the event can be obtained through the following BCPCA representatives John Allen P D McLaren johnallen pdmclaren ca or Dawn Goodman BCPCA Administrator dgoodman nee ca For more information on the CPCA course ses sions please contact the CPCA office at info cpcaonline com DOUBLE WALL FUEL TANKS Meridian manufactures fuel tanks from 1 350L 80 000L to meet your bulk storage needs These larger fuel tanks help save money by allowing you to buy larger volumes of fuel strategically throughout the year and minimize price volatility Meridian also offers complete packages with high volume pumps large hoses automatic nozzles hose retractors and fill alarms for safety cleanliness environmental stewardship and faster refueling Our tanks are built to ULC 601 7 Standards 2019 Meridian Manufacturing Inc Registered Trademarks Used Under License 09 2019 meridianmfg com fueltanks meridianmfg com 800 661 1436 OCTOBER 2019 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 5
The BCPCA would also like to give spe cial recognition to Rob Bateman Western Oil Services Rob has recently retired and is step ping away from our association Rob has been a key player in the formation of the BCPCA as well as the ITA Trade Certification program Rob served as a Director with the CPCA as well as the PEI Group 10 His passion for our associa tion and the industry will be missed but we are quite certain his successor Anh Diep will fill the void We look forward to Anh s participation We look forward to welcoming our members to the upcoming event APSSCA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING By Marcus Cormier President APSSCA reps Marcus Cormier Al Lemoine and Howard Heal with Kids Cancer Care reps Drew Whelan and Kim McNulty The APSSCA Annual General Meeting was held on June 5 2019 at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino in Calgary The board of directors would like to thank retiring board member and secretary Crawford Ritchie for his contributions to our association Michelle Rae Executive Director of the OPCA 6 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR OCTOBER 2019 gave a presentation on the B139 Technician course they are currently developing The OPCA has developed this training program to fill identi fied gaps in the industry with respect to genera tor installations and inspections We also held our annual golf tournament on June 6 at the Sirocco Golf Club in Calgary This event supports Kids Cancer Care of Alberta and we are thrilled to have raised 3 649 this year We would like to thank all our members and sponsors who attended and supported our event Over the summer the board completed updates to its online membership system in order to facilitate the renewal process and allow members an easy way to keep their business and contact information current All members should have received an email with a link to their information If you have not received one please contact us at info apssca com so that we can make the necessary updates to your records and designated representative NEWS FROM THE SRPCA By Arlene Wright President Our AGM 21st Annual Golf Tournament took place on May 30 2019 at the Legends Golf Course in Warman SK We had a great turn out for the golf tourna ment but unfortunately we did not have a quorum for our AGM We did have a guest speaker from the Govern ment of Saskatchewan at our AGM Mr David Rezansoff Manager HAZMAT and Impacted Sites HMIS Environmental Protection Branch with the Ministry of Environment Dave was able to explain to us the permit submissions and approval process for the Construction Alteration Decommissioning of Storage Facilities that fall within the Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods Regulations Dave also advised that the department was scheduled to form an Advisory Committee in August or September 2019 This committee will be reviewing the current HSWDG Act Regulations and Code Chapters to recommend any changes that may be required The SRPCA will be working with this Advisory Committee There are no meetings scheduled until after the Federal Election and pending the announcement for the date of our Provincial Election
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CPCA TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION By Michelle Rae CPCA Training Program Manager National Training Standard CPCA s training and certification program was developed to provide a national training standard for individuals entering the petroleum mechanic industry as well as for experienced technicians The program is based on national standards including the National Fire Code and the Canadian Council Ministers of the Environment Code of Practices The CPCA licenses cover all aspects of petroleum work from an entry level course for individuals new to the industry to all work involving aboveground and underground petroleum service to service and maintenance PMH The PMH license is a prerequisite for individuals new to the industry and or those who do not have the required experience The course provides an interpretation of Part 4 of the National Fire Code This interpretation assists in understanding the operating require ments dispensing operations and safety requirements of the National Fire Code OCTOBER 2019 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 9
PM1 A person who holds a PM1 license may without supervision service and main tain petroleum equipment and systems and accessories essential to their operation PM2 A person who holds a PM2 license may without supervision install remove alter test service and maintain any type of underground installation and the equipment and accessories essential to its operation PM3 A person who holds a PM3 license may without supervision install remove alter repair test service and maintain any type of aboveground installation and the equip ment and accessories essential to its operation CPCA s blended learning method The CPCA Petroleum Mechanic home study program currently uses the more traditional method of textbook study and consists of a training manual and video where applicable Students study the material on their own CAPITAL PETROLEUM SERVICE LTD Petroleum Construction Maintenance Fuel Tanks Pumps Equipment Hoists Surface In Ground Decommissioning 500 4th Ave East Regina SK S4N 4Z5 Tel 306 757 3533 825B 46th St East Saskatoon SK S7K 0X2 Toll Free 800 757 1982 10 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR OCTOBER 2019
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UPCOMING TRAINING REVIEW EXAM SESSIONS October 29 30 2019 Abbotsford BC Contact the CPCA to register of activities such as end of chapter quizzes for students to complete online in conjunc tion with the home study material the CPCA is able to monitor student s progress This hybrid method of blended learning a com bination of self study online and instructorled training makes the program a lot more interesting and keeps students more engaged There are also many resources listed for students based on their level of study includ ing online tutorials and activities that chal lenge the student based on what they have learned throughout the course Certification Requirements Delivering quality services for Canada s petroleum market since 1994 Precision Tank Line Testing Measurement Canada Dispenser Recertification Preventative Maintenance Inspections We look forward to welcoming the BCPCA to Greater Vancouver CARWACS this October 29 30 Come see us at Booth 162 QUEBEC OFFICE 1870 Boul des Sources Suite 105 Pointe Claire QC H9R 5N4 CALGARY OFFICE 2 23 East Lake Cres NE Airdrie AB T4A 2H5 www cantest net 1 800 318 1441 12 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR OCTOBER 2019 CPCA candidates are required to attain ex perience in hours depending on the license they are working toward Students use the CPCA Trade Experience Logbook to record their hours The requirements table contained in the logbook outlines the skills covered in the scope of each CPCA Petroleum Mechanic license category and in accordance with CPCA Policies and Procedures Supervisors and Employers are required to sign off and date the skills following each suc cessful achievement attesting that the trainee employee has properly demonstrated the required skills as well as attesting the trainee employee has obtained the required number of hours required to obtain certification The trainee s supervisor s shall be a licensed petroleum mechanic The trainee shall work under the direct supervision of the supervisor It is the responsibility of the supervisor to ensure the trainee has properly demonstrated the required skills The CPCA is proud to work with their par ticipating provincial associations and regula tory authorities that support the CPCA certifi cation program For more information please contact the CPCA at info cpcaonline com or visit our website at www CPCAonline com
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Member Profile CANNINGTON CONSTRUCTION Safety is CCL s 1 Priority We spoke with OPCA charter member Cannington Construction on the occasion of celebrating thirty years in the petroleum contracting business and their accomplishment of attaining COR certification in Ontario Company Name Cannington Construction Ontario L4A 2G8 equipment Cathodic Protection testing tank and Line testing OBT1 Inspec tions Aboveground Underground tank removal Generator work and Aboveground Underground tank piping Office 905 841 0430 Website www canningtonconstruction com Our key staff Address 4 Fortecon Drive Unit 3 Stouffville Left to right Steve McCrossan Shawn Strain Sara Davidson Erin Terveld Sarthi Bhavsar Joe Lovrics Cannington Construction is celebrating more than 30 years in business and is proud to announce they have become one of Ontario s first COR Certified Petroleum Contractors As a valued client and partner of CCL we would like to announce their registration and certification with the IHSA National Safety Standard program known as COR CCL is already a trusted pioneer in the industry as well as being a founding member of the Ontario Petroleum Contractors Association OPCA and supporter of the Petroleum Oriented Safety Training POST program Cannington Construction specializes in gas sta tion builds Service and Maintenance on petroleum Steve McCrossan Owner Sara Davidson Office Manager Commissioner of Oaths Joe Lovrics Licenced PM2 3 OBT3 Master Plumber Shawn Strain Licenced PM1 2 3 Veeder Root Technician Sarthi Bhavsar Bachelor of Civil Engineering Rob Purcell Mechanic and Licenced PM2 3 and OBT1 Mike Kennedy Licenced PM1 2 3 OBT1 Gas Technician 2 Robbie McCrossan OBT1 Donald Fee Licenced PM1 2 3 Erin Terveld Certified Internal Auditor Joint Health Safety Committee Member Certification Doug Carpenter AZ Driver Licenced PM1 2 3 Tank Line Test Technician Joint Health Safety Committee Member Certification In an effort to continuously improve our Health Safety Program CCL is fully committed to maintaining our COR certification and 100 invested in continuously improving through each cycle of certification Beginning in 2017 we hired a Safety Coordinator who is a trained Internal COR Auditor who is fully committed to the Safety of our workers In addition our highly qualified and licensed staff members are dedicated to producing quality work putting safety above all else We are proud to say we are the first Petroleum Contractor in Ontario to become COR certified 14 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR OCTOBER 2019
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