THE ELECTRICITY AT WORK REGULATIONS 1989

COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide a delegate with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations and their implementation in practice.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

• Be aware of the background and statistics relating to electricity related deaths and injuries
• Have a clear understanding of the principles of electricity, direct and alternating current
• Have a clear understanding of the effects of electricity on the human body
• Be aware of, and able to identify class 1, 2 and ‘centre tapped earth’ equipment
• Be aware of the need for appropriate inspection and testing
• Have an understanding of the requirements of Standards and Regulations regarding suitability of equipment
• Have a clear understanding of both management and physical protective systems
• Have a clear understanding of the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

COURSE DURATION

One day.

PRE-REQUISITES

There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will benefit the delegate: -

• Sound numeric and literacy skills

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

This course is, unless otherwise specified by the client, classroom based and as such no PPE will be required.

CERTIFICATION

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to the delegate on completion of the course.

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