(Safety Procedures for Working on Electrical Equipment)
Introduction
SPWEE
was introduced as a result of the Electricity At Work (EAW) regulations 1989
that came into force on the 1st April 1990. This states; “Employees should be trained and instructed to ensure
that they understand the safety procedures which are relevant to their work and
should work in accordance with any instructions or rules directed at ensuring
safety which have been laid down by their employer”
NOTE: Companies should now have their own SPWEE regulations in place. When requesting SPWEE training, you may be required to provide this prior to training.
Aims
To make candidates aware of:
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Voltage and Current limits when working on or testing Electrical Equipment |
|
Electrical Isolation procedures |
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Roles and responsibilities of those involved in electrical work |
Objectives
On successful completion of the course the candidate will be able to state:
| The limit of work to be undertaken by a SPWEE
card holder |
| The difference between local and protective
isolation |
| The special precautions necessary when working
on live Electrical Equipment |
| Safety preparations for measurements to be taken
on live equipment normally energised in excess of stated limits |
| Safety precautions prior to undertaking work on
equipment normally energised in excess stated limits but has been made dead
by isolation |
Who Should Attend
The Regulations impose duties on employers and employees in respect of work on
or near electrical equipment.
Features
The Regulations cover all
electrical equipment and associated cabling. Use of a low operating voltage does
not exclude equipment from the Regulations. It therefore covers even such items
as battery powered handlamps. The purpose of the Regulations is to ensure that
electrical equipment and the practices for installation, fault finding, repair
and maintenance of that equipment is safe.
Learning Approach
Classroom theory sessions using visual aids. A theory assessment is used to test
the course objectives and candidate knowledge.
Duration:
½ day
Number of Participates:
Minimum 4 - Maximum 8