Live Testing on AC & DC Systems up to 1000V AC / 1500V DC

Course code: L2

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. Due to the inclusion of DC modules there will be less exposure to AC equipment, which is covered in more detail within the L1 course.

Participants

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

Aim

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

Outline Contents

• Hazards & Effects of AC & DC Power.
• Safe Electrical Isolations.
• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• DC Power Sources.
• Safe Handling & Maintenance of Batteries.
• Statutory Regulations.
• 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

• 13th – 15th Feb
• 2nd – 4th Jul
• 13th – 15th Aug
• 26th – 28th Nov

.