Activities near power lines
Do you work near power lines or other electrical installations? Or are you planning such operations? If so, you need to understand associated electrical dangers and how to ensure the work is carried out safely.
Goal
Participants will acquire necessary knowledge and skills to enable them to work safely in the proximity of power lines, reducing the possibility of accidents, injuries and loss of life and avoiding damage to equipment and the power grid.
Target group
Professionals working/planning to work near power lines and other electrical installations, or those planning such operations.
The course covers these topics
Electrical installations
- Where are the hazards?
- Power lines
- High-voltage installations
Electrical hazards
- Forces in action in the high-voltage grid
- When machinery and trees touch power lines
Safety at the workplace
- The grid company operations centre
- Working closer than 30 metres from an electrical installation
- Safety distance
- Safety Supervisor – responsibility and authority
- Safety Observer
- Re-energising power lines
When disaster has struck
- Reporting an incident or accident
- Fallen power lines
Technical information
System requirements
This course can be completed on a computer, tablet, or smartphone – whenever and wherever it suits you. To ensure the best possible experience, we recommend using an up-to-date web browser (such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, or Firefox) and a stable internet connection with a minimum speed of 5 Mbps. If you are using a mobile network, a 4G connection or higher is recommended.
Course manual
Yes, you will receive a physical course manual at the start of the course.
Do you have questions?
We understand how important proper training is to ensure a safe work environment, and we are dedicated to delivering the most effective training in electrical safety.
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