Maintenance and Engineering

Electrical Maintenance and Safety

Electrical systems demand rigorous maintenance and strict safety to prevent shocks, arc flash and fires. This course covers electrical maintenance and safety: electrical hazards, safe isolation and lockout, testing equipment, maintenance of switchgear, cables, motors and panels, earthing, arc flash awareness and electrical safety programmes.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Electrical accidents are often fatal. You will learn maintenance practices and safety rules that protect people and equipment.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Safety procedure exercises, equipment demonstrations, case studies of incidents and checklist development.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Recognise electrical hazards including arc flash
Apply safe isolation and lockout procedures
Use electrical test equipment correctly
Maintain switchgear, cables, motors and panels
Verify earthing and protection
Implement electrical safety programmes

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Electrical technicians and engineers
Maintenance supervisors
Facility engineers
Safety officers
Contractors working on electrical systems

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Hazard recognition
Safe isolation
Testing
Preventive maintenance
Safety management

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Electrical Hazards

09:00–10:08Shock and arc flash
10:08–11:00Incident case studies
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Incident case studies (continued)
11:45–12:53Regulations
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Safe Work

09:00–10:08Isolation and lockout
10:08–11:00Permits
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Permits (continued)
11:45–12:53PPE
12:53–14:00Practice

Day 3Testing

09:00–10:08Test instruments
10:08–11:00Insulation resistance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Insulation resistance (continued)
11:45–12:53Thermography
12:53–14:00Demonstration

Day 4Equipment Maintenance

09:00–10:08Switchgear
10:08–11:00Cables and terminations
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Cables and terminations (continued)
11:45–12:53Motors and panels
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 5Safety Programmes

09:00–10:08Earthing and protection
10:08–11:00Safety programme elements
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Safety programme elements (continued)
11:45–12:53Audits
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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