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Training – Dam Safety in Québec: Are you compliant?

  • Writer: maximejoubert2
    maximejoubert2
  • 1 day ago
  • 2 min read

Owning a dam involves much more than basic maintenance. As an owner, you are subject to strict legal obligations defined by the Dam Safety Act (Chapter S-3.1.01) in Québec.


Whether you are a private owner, a municipality, or an infrastructure manager, this training will help you understand your responsibilities and ensure compliance.


Why take a training on dam safety?


Your obligations as a dam owner vary based on several criterias:

  • the height of the dam

  • its retention capacity

  • and the potential consequences in case of failure


A poor understanding of these factors can lead to serious risks:

  • Public safety hazards

  • Environmental impacts

  • Legal liabilities


This training will help you:

  • Understand tour dam's regulatory classification

  • Know your obligations under the MELCCFP

  • Learn how to perform effective reconnaissance inspections


Training content – practical and actionable

Led by Marc Ouellette, Engineer and Project Manager at FORCE, this training is based on real-world expertise with both public and private clients.

You will learn:

  • The Dam Safety Act and the role of the Dam Safety Division (DSB)

  • The obligations depending on the dam type (small, low-capacity, high-capacity)

  • Conduct reconnaissance check effectively

  • Detect common issues (cracks, vegetation, seepage…)

  • Apply best practices for monitoring and documentation


Who should attend?

  • Private dam owners (farmers, industrial sites, individuals)

  • Municipalities, regional county municipalities (MRCs), public organizations

  • Infrastructure managers

  • Designated technicians or professionals


Practical information

  • Duration: 2 hours

  • Format: Online or in-person

  • Audience: Individual or group

  • Bonus: Certificate of participation + practical documentation


Tailored to the needs of private owners and public organizations


A visual overview to understand your responsibilities


Download our infographic summarizing dam owner obligations by dam type

FORCE Infographic: Your Obligations Based on Dam Type in Québec Visual summary of the main obligations for dam owners depending on their classification: small dam, low-capacity dam, high-capacity dam. Overview of requirements for registration, repair work declarations, detailed inspections, and professional monitoring. Explanation of MELCCFP’s role and reconnaissance inspections. Clear table and practical tips on inspection frequency.
A clear summary of responsibilities based on your dam’s classification.

Interested? Contact us to receive the full program


This training is available on demand, customized to your needs.


📞 (438) 828-7979



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