OP40

OP40 High Voltage Operations Training Course

Duration:

Five Day

Venue:

ASM, Trafford Park, Redditch B98 7AH

Course membership:

The course is designed for persons who will require knowledge and experience to operate and/or work on High and Low Voltage electrical systems and who ultimately may need to be authorised under the Electricity at Work Regulations (1989)

Course Objectives:

This course will introduce the preferred principles and working practices for work on High and Low Voltage electrical systems and provide guidance and instruction for delegates to gain knowledge and practical experience on such systems.

On completion of the course, delegates will:

Gain an underpinning technical knowledge appropriate for operations and work on High Voltage and Low Voltage networks

Demonstrate a high level of practical performance whilst safely operating HV and LV switchgear

Apply Safe Systems of Work for working on HV and LV systems, which include:

Switching Schedules

Issue and Receipt of Safety Documents

Identify dangers that may arise from the system/work using:

Risk Assessments and Method Statements

Safe Working Procedures

Isolation

Earthing

Demonstrate a level of confidence and approach the management of Safety Systems required when working on HV and LV systems

Safely access substations and switchrooms by conducting Risk Assessments and identifying hazards prior to entry and work in such enclosures

Apply the duties and responsibilities of Competent Persons as defined by the Electricity at Work Regulations (1989) when working and operating on both HV and LV electrical systems

Be prepared for the duties of Authorised or Senior Authorised Persons to appropriate Safety Rules

Course Delivery:

The course will provide a mix of theoretical and practical exercises to reinforce the learning outcomes delivered.