Hands-on practice across a wide range of switchgear is the course’s standout strength, with attendees valuing the careful balance of theory, demonstrations and practical exercises. They describe the trainers as highly knowledgeable, approachable and patient, making complex safety and switching procedures easy to understand. Clear materials, engaging delivery and time for questions help build confidence that transfers directly to safe work on HV equipment.
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About this course
This course provides an understanding of industrial high and low voltage power systems including safe operation on a wide range of power equipment. It enables candidates to perform advanced HV switching operations on industrial HV networks up to and including 33kV (please see course dates for further info). This prepares them for HV authorisation in accordance with their company’s safety rules/regulations. It includes both classroom theory and practical exercises. Upon completion, candidates will be assessed to a competency level suitable for switching and issuing documents for work on all types of circuit.
What you will learn
Electrical hazards and precautions
Electricity at work regulations
Understanding the arc blast hazard
Causes of electrical accidents
Operational and safety features of switchgear
Substations and safety requirements
Secondary hazards and emergency conditions
High voltage safety rules
Key safes and multihasp systems
Test equipment for proving dead
Operational procedures
Application of electrical protection on industrial power systems
Fault exercises
Practical exercises
Recent reviews
Mike bashford took over course after day 1. Fantastic instructor very good at his job. Made understanding the course easier
Really enjoyed course was very good an ran very well and I leave with plenty of new knowledge, Mike was very good lecturer
Mike Bashford he is excellent person