Saturday, October 19

Arena Operators Level 1 - Ice Maintenance

This course provides a detailed account of ice installation and maintenance practices.

Date and time

Sat, Oct 19, 2024 8:30 AM - Sun, Oct 20, 2024 4:30 PM CST

Location

Aberdeen Rec. Complex

225 Central Avenue #Highway 765 Aberdeen, SK S0K 0A0 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 1 day 8 hours

Registration deadline is October 11.

The practical work of this course will focus on ice maintenance. Emphasis will be on the operation of ice resurfacer, edger, ice thickness, ice leveling, etc. Ice installation will be discussed more in the classroom portion of the course. Several complementary topics are also discussed to provide participants with a well-rounded knowledge of arena industry practices. This course will discuss and share best practices with participants. All the aspects discussed are related to the successful and safe operation of an arena facility.

Topics covered along with class participation include:

Principles of Ice Making – Ice Maintenance and Quality Control
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Dasher Board Systems
Basic Refrigeration
Ice Resurfacer – Maintenance, Operation and Safety

For more information, contact Tim Hanna, SPRA Consultant, by phone at (306) 604-9449, or by email at thanna@spra.sk.ca.

Frequently asked questions

What is the primary audience for this event?

Arena workers and supervisors who require a better understanding of the science of ice making, ice maintenance, safety and industry best practices.

Who is the instructor for this event?

Canadian Arena Services

Will I need to bring any safety equipment?

Proper steel toe footwear, ice cleats and clothing is required as we will be on the ice surface for extended periods performing tasks related to ice installation/maintenance.

Will I receive any course materials?

Registrants will receive an Arena Operators Level 1 binder of the topics covered in the course.

Organized by

Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association

The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) is a network of recreation leaders dedicated to energizing Saskatchewan and changing lives! We imagine a province where everyone has the opportunity to enjoy recreation and feel more connected to nature, our communities, and ourselves. It’s our job to connect, educate and inspire others to build this future together. We’re empowered to succeed through funding support from Sask Lotteries.