Get the Buzz... From Planning to Performance: APM Driving Results Across Canada

APM Canada brought early momentum to Nutrien’s Redwater facility by laying the groundwork for success. The planning for mobilization and demobilization in the year prior and the strong leadership, lead to the well-organized outage that occurred in August of 2025.  A team of 20 craftspeople, led by superintendent Cristian Mafud, completed a total of 8,700 manhours, a combined effort between E&I support and mechanical.

Planning for Success  

Early on, the team outlined that communication would be an essential component to the success of the site considering the number of contractors on site working on various pieces of equipment. Since planning began in late 2024, APM and the customer were allotted time to align on scope, schedule, and execution strategy.

Nutrien representatives Ryan Tenaschuk and Joe Pino visited the APM shop multiple times prior to execution, working closely with APM’s management team, including Operations Division Manager, Craig Mosier, Operations Division Leader, Ben Storie, and Superintendent Cristian Mafud.

Together, the teams reviewed every aspect of the project, from scheduling to the logistics of the Quality Control Plan (QCP), which ensured a comprehensive and well-coordinated approach before the work began. The team noted that their “Key learnings included the strength of early, detailed planning and cross-functional alignment, which minimized rework and downtime”.

Scope & Complexity

The project scope was a Frame 5 major inspection with significant auxiliary work. Additionally, APM successfully executed an exhaust upgrade, an incredible feat considering it is the first of its kind in Canada.

With a variety of contractors working simultaneously on different equipment throughout the site, strong communication and disciplined coordination were critical. Every task was handled with an attention to detail and was meticulously planned, and when conditions changed or were weary the team utilized the STOP moment discussions to reassess and adjust the plan to ensure overall effectiveness and safety.

Safety and Life Saving Rules

The outage was completed with 100% safety and quality performance, with zero recordable incidents and no quality issues. Over 8,700 total manhours were safely executed within mechanical and E&I support hours. With approximately 20 people on site, APM closely monitored every activity and procedure on the site, particularly during high-risk tasks.

Several valuable STOP moments occurred during the exhaust replacement, reinforcing the importance of leadership knowing when to pause, reassess, and adjust. These STOP moments helped prevent user and environment errors and ensured the overall safety of the crews on site.

APM’s Life Saving Rules were implemented throughout every stage of the outage, beginning with SWAT card completion and extending to early planning and meticulous execution. Potential hazards were identified, cautioned, and mitigated before work could begin or resume, reinforcing APM’s strong safety culture.

This outage demonstrates what’s possible when teams plan thoroughly, speak up, and prioritize safety. It reflects APM’s commitment to protecting people, the environment, and the quality of the work we’re proud to deliver. Kudos to the entire site team and everyone who supported their success!