Introduction to the Safe Operation of Marine & Offshore High Voltage Power Systems

Limited High Voltage Authorisation

Course code: MAR1

Introduction

This is an intermediate training programme that requires a basic level of electrical knowledge. Upon successful completion of the course and subject to client approval, candidates will be able to enter marine and offshore high voltage switch rooms and perform limited switching operations etc. on high voltage equipment. They would be permitted to issue limited safety documents, e.g. Isolation  documents, but not to issue permits to work, sanction for test, etc.

Participants

Electrical/non-electrical personnel required to carry out restricted HV switching operations with limited safety document issuing responsibilities.

Aim

To introduce personnel to the basic concept of marine/offshore electrical power systems to enable them to enter substations/switch rooms, carry out restricted switching operations; monitor the performance and condition of the system (including relay operation) in a safe and competent manner. The course is intended to provide knowledge and awareness of limited safety document issuing responsibilities.

Outline Contents

• Safety requirements
• Electrical hazards and precautions
• Arrangement of high voltage substations/switchrooms
• Power generation in “island systems”
• Emergency conditions
• Philosophy of high voltage distribution
• Operation and safety features of switchgear
• Limited operational procedures
• High voltage safety rules
• Introduction to electrical protection
• Treatment of the system neutral point
• Practical switching exercise (1)
• Case studies
• Course review

Certification

Candidates who successfully complete the theoretical and practical competence assessments will receive a Faraday “Competence” certificate, candidates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessments will receive a Faraday “Attendance” certificate.

Course Duration

3 days

Course Dates

For courses undertaken at our UK training centre in 2012

• 1st – 3rd Feb
• 7th – 9th Mar
• 9th – 11th May
• 9th – 11th Jul
• 1st – 3rd Oct

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