Course Overview
This course is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely isolate electrical systems and equipment before carrying out inspection, maintenance, installation or repair activities. The course focuses on safe working procedures in accordance with current legislation, industry guidance and best practice, helping reduce the risk of electric shock, arc flash and accidental energisation. Delegates will develop an understanding of safe isolation procedures, correct use of test instruments and the importance of proving dead before commencing work.
Course Content
The course covers:
- Legal responsibilities and duty of care
- Electricity at Work Regulations
- Hazards associated with electrical systems
- Safe systems of work
- Isolation procedures and sequencing
- Lock-off and tag-out procedures
- Identification of sources of supply
- Selection and use of suitable test equipment
- Proving dead procedures
- Use of voltage indicators and proving units
- Re-energisation procedures
- Practical safe isolation exercises
- Common errors and unsafe practices
Who should attend
- Electricians and electrical installers
- Engineers and technicians working on or near electrical equipment
- Non-electrical personnel who may need awareness of safe isolation procedures
Certification
· NETA Certificate (NETA certificates have an advised expiry of 3 years from date of issue)
Key Benefits
- Develop understanding of safe isolation procedures and responsibilities
- Reduce the risk of electrical accidents and injuries
- Support safer maintenance and installation activities within the workplace
Course details
Course code
Duration
1 Day
Where
NETA – Stockton
Course information
- Have a basic understanding of electrical systems and safe working practices
- Be involved in activities where electrical isolation may be required
- Be physically capable of carrying out practical exercises safely
