Live Testing on Systems up to 1000 Volts AC

Course code: L1

Introduction

This course is designed to provide best practices for safe working methods for those who need to perform live testing on various electrical equipment & systems. Instruction will be provided to personnel regarding the need and justification for performing tasks or faultfinding on or near live LV conductors, in accordance with statutory regulations.

Participants

Electrical engineers, electrical technicians, electricians and multi-skilled technicians required to carry out fault finding on or near live LV conductors.

Aim

To identify potential hazards, determine safe working procedures, carry out fault finding and avoid danger from such work.  The course is not designed to cover any live work for maintenance, repair or modification purposes.

Outline Contents

• Hazards & Effects of Electricity
• Safe Electrical Isolations
• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
• The Necessity for Live Testing
• Fault Energy
• Safe use of Electrical Test Equipment
• Risk Assessments
• Fixed Wiring Colour Change
• Case Studies
• Construction Installation & Maintenance of Electrical Equipment
• Practical Exercises
• 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

• 12th – 14th Mar
• 8th – 10th May
• 20th – 22nd Aug
• 8th – 10th Oct

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