Electrical Safety

Course Overview

Electrical hazards exist in every workplace and can lead to fires, electrocution, burns, falls and even death. It is therefore important that workers, who are working with electricity or electrical appliances, are aware of electrical safety.

This course will provide learners with an understanding of the issues associated with electrical safety and will allow them to develop techniques to reduce the risk of incidents and injury while working around electricity.

Key Content

• The dangers of electricity;
• Management and worker responsibilities in regards to electrical safety;
• The risk management process;
• Common electrical hazards;
• Managing electrical hazards;
• Common electrical incidents;
• Electrical injuries and emergency procedures.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this course, learners should be able to:

• Identify electrical hazards in the workplace;
• Minimise the risk of electrical hazards;
• Describe types of electrical injuries;
• Follow emergency procedures;
• Explain the testing and tagging procedures.