Description

Prerequisite:
No prerequisite is required for this course.

Duration
60 minutes

Course Outline:
This course addresses the dangers of working with electricity and provides guidance on the precautions required to stay safe. The course also identifies the roles and responsibilities of electrical personnel and provides instruction on procedures to be followed when carrying out electrical isolations.

Learning Objectives:
LO1: Describe the purpose of the Electrical Safety Rules
LO2: Identify the roles and responsibilities of electrical personnel
LO3: Outline the PPE to be worn for electrical work
LO4: Explain the function of Switch Rooms
LO5: Explain the function of a switching programme
LO6: Describe the documentation required for electrical work
LO7: Outline the reporting procedure for faults
LO8: Describe the procedures to be followed when carrying out electrical isolations
LO9: Describe the procedure for working on High Voltage Equipment
LO10: Describe the procedure for the handling of cables
LO11: Describe the procedure for working on Low Voltage systems
LO12: Describe the procedure for working on telecommunications equipment
LO13: Describe the precautions to be taken in hazardous areas
LO14: Explain the actions to take in an emergency