Advance Electrical Safety & Portable Appliance Testing Training

Training Express

Master advanced electrical safety & PAT testing skills. Learn to assess, test & control risks worldwide.

The Advanced Electrical Safety &amp; Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Training is a comprehensive, globally focused program meticulously designed for professionals, technicians, and individuals interested in ensuring high standards of electrical safety, portable appliance testing, and risk management in diverse settings.Whether you're working in industrial environments, healthcare, education, or facilities management, this training equips you with the expertise to manage electrical systems, perform portable appliance testing (PAT), and implement preventive safety measures that reduce incidents and meet international compliance standards.Electricity is vital in our daily lives, but improper handling can lead to serious injury or fatality. This course gives learners hands-on, real-world knowledge in electrical circuits, risk assessment, voltage management, current flow, resistance safety, circuit protection, fault detection, and PAT procedures, while reinforcing the importance of regulatory compliance and equipment maintenance.This course combines technical knowledge, practical inspection skills, and regulatory insights to ensure safe working environments and efficient use of electrical systems. By the end of the course, learners will be proficient in conducting safe operations, testing portable appliances, interpreting test results, and applying risk mitigation strategies in various workplace settings.

<h2>Learning Outcomes</h2><ul><li>Understand the principles of current, voltage, and electrical resistance.</li><li>Identify and control hazards in electrical environments effectively.</li><li>Apply safe practices during electrical testing and inspections.</li><li>Conduct compliant portable appliance testing using correct procedures.</li><li>Implement accurate risk assessments in various electrical scenarios.</li><li>Respond appropriately to electrical incidents and emergencies.</li></ul>

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<h3>Course Curriculum</h3>Module 1: Safety PrecautionsUnderstand basic electrical hazards and protective safety protocols.PPE use, isolation methods, and lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures.Module 2: Direct CurrentLearn the nature, flow, and safety risks of DC systems.Application of DC in portable appliances and battery-operated tools.Module 3: Alternating CurrentExplore AC waveforms, polarity, and its applications in daily use.Dangers of AC and how to manage them safely.Module 4: Voltage and ResistanceAnalyze voltage drops, Ohm’s Law, and resistance in circuits.Measure voltage safely using calibrated instruments.Module 5: Capacitance and CapacitorsUnderstand charge storage and discharge hazards of capacitors.Safe handling and testing of capacitive components.Module 6: Working Safely with Electrical EquipmentGuidelines for operating, inspecting, and maintaining electrical tools.Identify defective or worn equipment before use.Module 7: Electrical IncidentsCase studies of electrical accidents and lessons learned.Emergency response procedures and reporting obligations.Module 8: Risk AssessmentTechniques to assess potential hazards before starting any work.Use of electrical risk matrices and hazard prioritization.Module 9: Reducing and Controlling RisksApply administrative and engineering controls for electrical safety.Safety signage, labeling, and routine maintenance checks.Module 10: Combined Inspection and TestingPractical approach to simultaneous visual inspection and testing.Use PAT testers for Class I and Class II equipment.Module 11: Introduction to Portable Appliance TestingDefinitions, legal requirements, and PAT testing principles.Frequency and scope of PAT testing in different environments.Module 12: Risk AssessmentPAT-specific risk assessments for portable devices and appliances.Determining inspection intervals and test types based on risk.Module 13: Reducing and Controlling RisksImplement test logs, corrective actions, and follow-up checks.Use of technology to automate PAT test reminders and records.

Disclaimer:This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.