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Senior Authorized Electrical Person Training 17th – 21st March 2025 (Weekdays)

Authorized Electrical Person Training program typically covers topics to ensure the safety, competence, and compliance of individuals authorized to work ... Show more
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Authorized Electrical Person Training program typically covers topics to ensure the safety, competence, and compliance of individuals authorized to work with or near electrical systems.

Course Content

  1. Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards

– OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards for electrical safety.

– NFPA 70E: Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

– Local regulatory requirements.

– Risk management and assessment.

 

  1. Roles and Responsibilities

– Definition of an Authorized Electrical Person (AEP).

– Legal obligations of an authorized person.

– Responsibilities in maintaining electrical safety.

– Communication and coordination with other personnel.

 

  1. Basic Electrical Theory

– Fundamentals of electricity: voltage, current, resistance, and power.

– Ohm’s Law and basic circuit concepts.

– AC vs. DC systems.

– Common electrical hazards (arc flash, shock, fires).

 

  1. Electrical Hazards and Risk Assessment

– Identifying electrical hazards in the workplace.

– Understanding risk control measures.

– How to conduct a risk assessment for electrical tasks.

– Effects of electrical shock on the human body.

– Arc flash, arc blast, and their dangers.

 

  1. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures

– Overview of LOTO and its importance.

– Equipment and systems that require LOTO.

– Steps for safe lockout and tagging out electrical systems.

– Group lockout procedures and responsibility transfers.

 

  1. Electrical Equipment and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

– Selection and use of appropriate PPE for electrical tasks.

– Maintenance and inspection of PPE.

– Requirements for insulated tools, gloves, and protective clothing.

– Arc-rated clothing for arc flash protection.

 

  1. Safe Work Practices

– Safe work distances and boundaries for energized equipment.

– Approach boundaries (limited, restricted, and prohibited).

– Procedures for working on de-energized equipment.

– Verification of de-energization.

– Grounding procedures and their importance.

 

  1. Permitting Systems and Safe Access

– Electrical work permits: when they are required and how to obtain them.

– Requirements for live work permits.

– Procedures for entering confined spaces with electrical hazards.

 

  1. Electrical Testing and Equipment Maintenance

– Use of electrical test instruments (multimeters, insulation testers, etc.).

– Inspecting electrical systems and components.

– Troubleshooting techniques for electrical systems.

– Preventive maintenance for electrical equipment.

 

  1. Emergency Procedures

– Electrical accident response (shock and arc flash).

– First aid for electrical injuries.

– Emergency contact procedures.

– Evacuation procedures in the event of an electrical incident.

 

  1. Practical Exercises and Hands-On Training

– Demonstrations of electrical isolation and LOTO procedures.

– Simulated risk assessments and hazard identification.

– Using electrical testing equipment in a controlled environment.

– Real-life scenarios for emergency response.

 

  1. Assessment and Certification

– Written exams to assess knowledge of electrical safety standards and regulations.

– Practical assessments on the application of LOTO, PPE, and safe work practices.

– Certification upon successful completion.

 

 Optional/Advanced Modules:

– Arc Flash Hazard Analysis: Calculating incident energy and determining required PPE levels.

– High Voltage Training: Specific for personnel working with systems above 1000V.

– Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques: Focused on electrical systems in industrial or commercial setting

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