Skill Development Course
Workplace Electrical Safety
Develop practical knowledge and skills to identify electrical hazards, assess electrical risks, apply safe control measures and prevent electrical incidents in the workplace.
Short Course
Skill Development
3 Days
Suggested Duration
10
Core Modules
Practical
Workplace Focus
Online
Flexible Delivery
Certificate
On Completion
About the Course
Workplace Electrical Safety
This practical short course is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills for identifying electrical hazards, assessing electrical risks, and applying effective control measures in workplace environments.
Participants learn safe electrical work practices, electrical hazard recognition, isolation principles, PPE, emergency response, and prevention of electrical shock, arc-flash, fire and other electrical incidents.
- Electrical safety fundamentals
- Electrical hazard identification
- Electrical risk assessment
- Electric shock and electrocution prevention
- Arc flash and arc blast awareness
- Safe isolation and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Electrical PPE and safe work practices
- Electrical equipment and portable tools
- Inspection and maintenance safety
- Electrical emergency response
Course Overview
Course Type
Advanced Skill Development
Subject
Workplace Electrical Safety
Level
Foundation / Professional
Duration
3 Days
Delivery
Online / Classroom / Blended
Assessment
Knowledge Assessment / Practical Activities
Certificate
SafeQual AB
Language
English
Course Modules
Practical Workplace Safety Topics
A concise programme covering the essential safety knowledge needed by workers and supervisors.
MODULE 01
Electrical Safety Fundamentals
Basic electrical principles, electrical hazards, workplace responsibilities and electrical safety requirements.
MODULE 02
Electrical Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Identifying electrical hazards, assessing risks and determining appropriate control measures.
MODULE 03
Electric Shock & Electrocution Prevention
Understanding shock hazards, contact risks, protective measures and safe working practices.
MODULE 04
Arc Flash & Arc Blast Safety
Understanding arc-flash hazards, potential consequences, safe approach distances and protective measures.
MODULE 05
Electrical Isolation & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Safe isolation procedures, identification of energy sources, LOTO principles and verification of zero energy.
MODULE 06
Electrical PPE & Safe Work Practices
Selection, inspection and use of electrical PPE, insulated tools and safe working procedures.
MODULE 07
Electrical Equipment & Portable Tools
Safe use, inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment, cables, portable tools and extension leads.
MODULE 08
Electrical Fire Prevention & Emergency Response
Electrical fire hazards, emergency procedures, appropriate response and basic electrical fire prevention.
MODULE 09
Electrical Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance
Workplace electrical inspections, preventive maintenance, defect reporting and safety compliance.
MODULE 10
Electrical Safety Performance & Continuous Improvement
Safety observations, incident reporting, toolbox talks, corrective actions and continual improvement of electrical safety.
Learning Outcomes
What Participants Will Learn
Understand fundamental electrical safety principles and workplace responsibilities.
Identify common electrical hazards and unsafe conditions.
Conduct basic electrical risk assessments using a systematic approach.
Understand electric shock, electrocution and electrical contact hazards.
Recognise arc-flash and arc-blast hazards and appropriate preventive measures.
Apply safe electrical isolation and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) principles.
Select and use appropriate electrical PPE and insulated tools.
Apply safe practices when using electrical equipment, portable tools and extension leads.
Respond appropriately to electrical emergencies, including electrical fires and incidents.
Contribute to electrical safety inspections, incident reporting and continual workplace improvement.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Workplace Electrical Safety Development
HSE & Safety Professionals
For HSE officers, safety professionals and personnel responsible for electrical safety in the workplace.
Electrical & Technical Professionals
For electricians, electrical engineers, technicians and technical personnel involved in electrical installation, maintenance and operations.
Maintenance & Operations Personnel
For personnel responsible for operating, inspecting and maintaining electrical equipment and systems.
Supervisors & Team Leaders
For supervisors and team leaders responsible for coordinating electrical work and ensuring safe working practices.
Certification
SafeQual AB Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the required training and applicable assessment requirements will receive the relevant SafeQual AB Certificate.
