Electrical Safety Training Brochure 2020 A5...consultancy and advice for blue chip organisations across Europe concerned with the safe management of risk associated with all electrical

Training Brochure

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About Electrical Safety UK Limited

Electrical Safety Management is our core business. We provide a multi-faceted holistic approach through expert consultancy and advice for blue chip organisations across Europe concerned with the safe management of risk associated with all electrical work activities.

As well as being a specialist provider of nationally accredited training, our team at Electrical Safety UK delivers a range of professional services to customers in a variety of market sectors. The team prides itself on the quality of the services it delivers to companies at the heart of manufacturing, engineering, energy, food production and education in the UK and Europe.

Our Services include:

Electrical Safety ManagementSpecialist consultancy and advice concerned with the safe management of risk associated with all electrical work activities. ESUK off er a multi-faceted approach including a full electrical safety management program, project management and policy documentation.

Electrical System StudiesESUK are the UK’s foremost exponent of Arc Flash Technology and carry out a wide range of power system studies, including Fault Level Analysis to IEC and ANSI standards, Protection Coordination, Load Flow and complex Arc Flash Risk Assessments. ESUK also off ers a fully integrated bespoke Asset Integrity Maintenance Programme.

TrainingESUK are experts in undertaking Competency Assessments and making skills recommendation to employers ensuring fully competent and confi dent employees. Specialist providers of both accredited and bespoke training courses including City & Guilds Certifi ed, City & Guilds Assured Programmes & Safety Pass Alliance. Delivery of our courses are available through blended, online and distance learning solutions bespoke and suited to the needs of the individual learner.

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Introduction

Electrical Safety UK Limited are experts in undertaking Competency Assessments and making skills recommendations to employers, ensuring fully competent and confi dent employees. ESUK are highly skilled in identifying gaps in knowledge and understanding and recommending the best route to ensure that legal obligations are complied with and employees are given the best opportunity to succeed in their role.

ESUK off er both accredited and bespoke training courses including City & Guilds Certifi ed, City & Guilds Assured programmes and Safety Pass Alliance.

Using our experience of the electrical industry and its legislative requirements we are able to develop courses bespoke to your requirements and tailored to meet your specifi c needs.

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Contents

Electrical Training P.6 - P.13

Health & Safety Training P.14 - P.19

Utilities/High Voltage Training P.20 - P.25

Electrical Safety Health Check P.27

Electrical Training

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Electrical Training

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E1-100 – Basic Electrical

E1-100A – Electrical Principles

This course is aimed at those who need a basic understanding of electrical principles and practice. With no entry requirements, delegates will be able to develop a basic understanding of what electricity is and how it works. From circuit design through to technical concepts, this course allows those who excel with theory and those who are practically biased to get the most out of this five-day course. The course can be extended with a number of bolt-on modules to further advance the delegates understanding of Electrical Principles.

Assessment Paper / Practical

ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

Assessment Paper /

Practical

ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

E1-101 – Electrical Safety Awareness

This course is aimed at those who need a basic awareness of the dangers associated with the generation, transmission and use of electrical energy.

Daily, we use electrical equipment without giving a second thought to what might happen if things go wrong. The consequences of working in an unsafe manner with electricity, along with avoiding problems in the first place, are all considered in this course.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

This course is aimed at those who require a basic understanding of electrical principles in order to allow them to further develop their skills in the workplace. On completion of the course, the delegate will have a solid understanding of basic circuit arrangements and component function.

The course focuses on developing theoretical understanding through practical application and is very much a ‘hands-on’ style of delivery. Working with circuit boards operating from a safe voltage supply, learning through trial and error is encouraged, and working as part of a team helps to embed the basic principles covered in the course.

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E1-102 – Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

E1-103 – Electrical Duty Holders

This course is aimed at those who require an in-depth understanding of the general requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and how it affects their place of work and the work activities that they undertake. Of particular benefit to Managers and Supervisors, this course better informs anyone involved in electrical design, electrical installation and electrical maintenance; to ensure that they comply with Regulation 1 through to 16 of the Regulations.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

E1-106 – Safe Isolation of Electrical Energy and Proving Dead


ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

This course is aimed at those who have a responsibility under Regulation 3 of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. It covers the legislative requirements that surround electrical safety in addition to the specific requirements set by the 1989 Regulations.

The course is suitable for both electrical and non-electrical persons.

This course is aimed at those who are actively involved in work on or near electrical low voltage systems and who need to carry out electrical isolation as part of this work. The course is also ideally suited to engineers and others who are responsible for issuing Electrical Permits to Work and Electrical Isolation Certificates.

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Electrical Training


E1-107 – Minor Electrical Works

E1-108 – Safe Electrical Control Panel Entry

This course is aimed at those persons involved in the modifications and repairs of existing electrical circuits and equipment that fall under the remit of the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations. Although the course does not give the delegate the basic electrical skills to undertake that actual work, it does give them the knowledge to carry out such work in accordance with the Wiring Regulations and the Electricity at Work Regulations.


ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION


ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION

E1-109 - Earthing & Bonding to BS7671

This course is aimed at those who need an understanding of the theory and design of earthing and bonding principles associated with low voltage installations for electrical safety.

This qualification intends to provide delegates with an increased understanding of the principles and practices of earthing and bonding on low voltage systems. This course is suitable for those who have an understanding of electrical principals but wish to further develop their understanding of fault protection by ADS.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

This course is aimed at those who need to gain entry into electrical control panels and other enclosures whilst it is energised; for the purpose of fault finding, making adjustments and for electrical safety testing. The course focuses on situations where Regulation 14 of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 permits work on or near live conductors and serves to show how, with careful consideration and the implementation of control measures, the risks can be reduced to a level where work near live conductors is acceptable.

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E1-113 – Variable Speed Drives (Invertors)

E1-116 – Arc Flash Awareness

This course is aimed at production electricians who have a need to work with motors that are controlled by variable speed drives. On completion of this course, attendees will have a basic understanding of how variable speed drives function, how software can be interrogated, and how authorised persons would undertake changes to programming. This is a generic course and a number of different types of variable frequency drives are used. Those who need training on a specific manufacturer’s device should contact ESUK to discuss bespoke requirements.

This course is aimed at those who require a basic understanding of arc flash and arc blast (often referred to as electrical flash-over) with a focus on UK compliance requirements based on US NFPA 70E standards. The course assumes a minimal level of understanding of electrical principles and is aimed at those who have duty holder responsibilities, those who are responsible for managing electrical systems and those who maintain and operate electrical equipment at both Low Voltage and High Voltage.A practical version of this course is available upon request.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1/2 Day

DURATION


ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

E1-118 - Practical Arc Flash Risk Assessment

Practical Assessment

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATIONThis course is aimed at those who require a practical understanding of carrying out arc flash and arc blast (often referred to as electrical flash-over) task-based risk assessment. The Risk Assessment process is used to determine what control measures can be put in place to reduce arc flash risk and if necessary whether Arc Flash Personal Protective Equipment needs to be worn. The course is aimed at Electrical personnel that could be exposed to arc flash hazard at high and low voltage.

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E1-117 - Mechanical to Electrical Conversion

E3-101 – Guarding Machinery and Emergency Stop Systems

This is an advanced version of our Basic Electric Course and includes all of the necessary skills and training to allow on-the-job learning to commence. This course is also ideal for those who already undertake electrical repairs and maintenance but have no formal training.

Upon completion, delegates will possess the necessary general knowledge to undertake basic fault-finding and component repair, associated with first-level breakdowns and maintenance but is not a replacement for formal core training to become a recognised technician. It is the responsibility of the employer to ensure that site based experience is gained and to determine competence.

This course is aimed at those with responsibility for ensuring that machinery is safe to use. This course aims to give delegates an awareness of the requirements for machine guarding and emergency stop systems. It focuses on guarding dangerous parts of machinery and the provision of stop systems to remove danger in an emergency.

By the end of the course the delegate should have an understanding of the principle legislation applicable to machine safety, be able to identify the types of injuries that should be guarded against, be able to suggest suitable types of guards for various risks and working practices, recommend inspection and maintenance checks and describe the basic requirements of emergency stop controls.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION


ASSESSMENT

10 Days

DURATION

HTM 06-02

This course is aimed at staff working within the National Health Service delivering front-line electrical maintenance and carrying out installation work, who need to be aware of the requirements of the Health Technical Memorandums that are applicable to what they do (Competent Person LV or LVCP).

Whilst not delving into the depths of the design requirements or the structural format of electrical management this course aims to cover the day-to-day application of HTM 06-02. It is expected that attendees have a good understanding of electrical principals and craft-practice.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Electrical Training

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City & Guilds 2377: In-Service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment

City & Guilds 2382-18: Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671

Online Exam

ASSESSMENT

3 or 4 Days option available

DURATION

Online Exam / Practical

Assessment

ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION

City & Guilds 2392-10: Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification

Online Exam / Practical

Assessment

ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

Specifically aimed at those who are actively involved in the day-to-day inspection and testing of electrical equipment, this course is also suited to those who are tasked with the management of electrical safety testing and those who are responsible for electrical equipment in general.

Based on the guidance given by the Institution of Engineering and Technology, this course explains the necessity for appliance testing, how it should be implemented and managed and how the actual inspection and testing should be carried out correctly.

This qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals e.g. surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of the IET Regulations. It is also suitable for anyone wishing to demonstrate an understanding of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

For those candidates who already hold the previous 17th Edition qualification (2382-15) there is a 1 Day course available which is an overview of the changes between the 17th and 18th edition followed by the full exam.

This qualification intends to provide candidates with an introduction in how to inspect and test (conduct initial verification) of electrical installations. It is aimed at practicing electricians who have not yet carried out inspection and testing since qualifying or who require some update training before going on to achieve the Level 3 Award in inspection, testing and certification of electrical installations.

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City & Guilds 2393-10: Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings

City & Guilds 2391-52: Inspection, Testing & Documentation of Electrical Installations

Online Exam /Written Paper /


ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

Online Exam

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

City & Guilds 2396-01: Design & Verification of Electrical Installations

Written PaperProject

ASSESSMENT

3 Days+

2 Days

DURATION

This qualification is aimed at electricians and other trades who undertake electrical work in a domestic environment to enable them to gain an understanding of how electrical installations in dwellings must comply with all relevant Building Regulations. This qualification is also suitable for anyone working in building trades who require a working knowledge of how electrical installations in dwellings can affect the building construction.

This course enables those already involved in inspection and testing to have their academic ability and practical skill assessed in line with national Criteria. Those who have little or no experience in inspection and testing are strongly urged to complete the 2392 Inspection and Testing course before commencing this award.

The 2391-52 Award covers both Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection and Testing. Those wishing to cover Initial Verification or Periodic Inspection only may attend the same course but complete the 2391-50 or 2391-51 assessments respectively.

This qualification is intended for delegates actively involved in the electrical contracting industry and allied trades who have responsibility for the design, specification, installation and testing processes. It addresses, in particular, the implications of the Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations.

Health & Safety Training


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Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Core Day

Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Food & Drink Sector Day

This course is the starting point for those who will be undertaking the sector specific training, either at a later date or as part of a two-day course. The Core day meets the minimum health and safety requirements for those seeking to obtain an ECS card. The course provides basic information for health, safety and environment, understanding the implications of hazard recognition/risk assessment and the effects on individuals and the employer and how individual behaviour can help reduce accidents. Delegates who are in possession of a valid health and safety qualification may be exempt from completing the core day.

This course is aimed at contractors, employees or casual workers who work in food and drink manufacturing. The training program focuses on health and safety issues specific to the food and drink sector and also hygiene and Food Safety. This passport is a mandatory requirement to enter many food and drink sites. Delegates should have a valid general health and safety exemption, or have attended the SPA Core Day.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Petrol Retail – Forecourt Sector Day

Picking up the requirements of the Core Day, this sector specific course allows delegates to recognise hazards, utilise control measures and work in accordance with safe working practices to maintain a safe work environment on and around petrol station forecourts. Attendees should include those who work on forecourt equipment and those who work in and around the sales building. Delegates should have a valid general health and safety exemption, or have attended the SPA Core Day before completing this course. Assessment

Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION


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Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Warehousing

Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Mineral Products

Developed in association with UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) this course aims to offer an understanding of Health & Safety risks for those working in Warehouse environments. Specifically aimed at agency and casual workers but could be offered to employees and contractors working on a Warehouse site.

Delegates should have a valid general health and safety exemption before completing this course.

The course is aimed at individuals who will be required to undertake work in Mineral Products environments. The course aims to increase your knowledge and develop a better understanding of your responsibilities with regards to health and safety within the Extractives and Mineral Processing Industries.

Those who wish to renew their MPQC passport may attend the second day of the course, subject to certain criteria being met.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Core Construction

This course is a Level 1 QCF equivalent course for health and safety in a construction environment.

The course aims to develop your understanding of the common hazards associated with work in a construction environment, to be able to personally influence good practice within health, safety and the environment. This course will also build an understanding of the value of risk assessments and enable you to recognise when change to a generic risk assessment is required.

Construction site labourers who hold a valid SPA Core Construction card can apply for CSCS Green Labourer’s Card.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION



Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) – Renewal

Fire Wardens & Fire Marshals

For those holding an existing passport which is about to expire, a one-day course allows delegates to renew their passport without completing the full core and sector 2-day training.

Delegates must renew their passport within 6 months of the existing expiry date.

This course is designed to train company appointed fire wardens and fire marshals to carry out their day to day duties efficiently and effectively. The course is both theory and practically biased and focuses on preventing fire occurring, ensure a safe means of escape in the event of an alarm or fire, the accounting for persons and liaising with the emergency services and other persons.

This course can be tailored to fit with your company fire procedures and can be adapted to cater for specific fire marshal and warden responsibilities, site specific evacuation procedures and actions to be taken at the fire assembly point.

Assessment Paper /


ASSESSMENT

1/2 Day

DURATION

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Asbestos Awareness

This course is an essential tool in keeping operatives safe and helping to identify potential situations where there may be a risk of exposure to asbestos fibres.

This course is aimed at anyone who performs maintenance, installation or demolition work in existing premises where there is a risk of being exposed to asbestos or asbestos containing materials.

The focus of the course is to answer a series of basic questions that arise during, building, maintenance and servicing work within buildings and seeks to give a general awareness of what asbestos is; why it is so damaging and where it is likely to be found.

Assessment Paper /


ASSESSMENT

1/2 Day

DURATION


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First Aid at Work – Initial Course

First Aid at Work – Renewal

This course is aimed at nominated workplace first aiders, or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid. The course will give you the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies.

All training focuses on life saving skills and the management of injury and illness. Training includes both theory and practical work using varied teaching methods, and students are given the opportunity throughout the course to discuss specific issues related to their particular place of work. In order to be awarded the First Aid at Work certificate students must pass the final assessment which includes both theory and practical aspects of the course.

Intended for those who wish to renew their First Aid at Work certificate for a further three years. The course includes a revision of topics covered in the basic three day course together with any new first aid procedures which have been introduced.

The re-qualifying course must be completed within 28 days of the current certificate expiring. Practical Assessment

ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION


ASSESSMENT

3 Days

DURATION

Emergency First Aid at Work

This course covers basic lifesaving skills, resuscitation techniques, care of the unconscious casualty and management of injury and illness.

Training may also be designed to suit various organisational needs and the content will therefore be tailored to suit individual requirements.

Upon successful completion certification will last for 3 years.


ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION



Introduction to Manual Handling for Employees

Introduction to DSEAR

This course is aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, and provides essential information about manual handling hazards and their control, in line with current industry best practice.

This course familiarises you with the legislation dealing specifically with manual handling operations. It ensures that you are able to identify and understand the risks associated with manual handling, the value of risk assessments and how to effectively apply them; enabling you to make recommendations to manage risk.

This course is aimed at anyone with responsibility for protection against the risks from fire, explosion and similar events arising from dangerous substances used or present in the workplace. At the end of the course the student will be aware of the various documents, guidance and Approved Codes of Practice associated with DSEAR along with the basic concepts of the relevant British Standards.

Assessment Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Assessment Paper /


ASSESSMENT

1/2 Day

DURATION

Utility/High Voltage Training

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Introduction to the Safe Operation of High Voltage Power Systems - S1

Access to Electrical Substations & Switchrooms – S2

The S1 course introduces the safe operation of high voltage power systems for non-electrical/ electrical personnel who are required to enter high voltage switchrooms and perform limited switching operations. The delivery of this course includes both classroom theory and practical exercises. Upon completion, delegates will be assessed to a competency level suitable for an authorised person responsible for switching and issuing documents for work on single end circuits only.

Delegates who successfully complete the course and both theoretical and practical assessments will receive a Faraday Training Group competence certificate and a certificate of verified achievement issued by EAL. Delegates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessment will receive a Faraday Training Group attendance certificate.

This course covers the safety requirements for working in the vicinity of high voltage electrical equipment. It highlights electrical hazards and the precautions necessary to avoid danger. It also covers the arrangement of equipment within substations and switchrooms in addition to safety procedures, understanding of key safes, multi hasp systems and steps to be taken in an emergency.

Delegates who successfully complete the course and the theoretical assessment will receive a Faraday Training Group competence certificate and a certificate of verified achievement issued by EAL. Delegates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessment will receive a Faraday Training Group attendance certificate.

Written Assessment

Paper

ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

Knowledge &Observation

Assessment –Practical

ASSESSMENT

3 Days

DURATION


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Refresher Training in the Safe Operation of High Voltage Power Systems (Limited High Voltage Authorisation) – S3

The Safe Operation of High Voltage Power Systems (Full High Voltage Authorisation) - S4

This is a refresher programme designed for personnel who have limited high voltage authorisation, restricted to switching operations and issuing documents for work on single end drive circuits only.


This training programme requires a good foundation of electrical knowledge. It is designed to bring delegates up to a competency level suitable for a senior authorised person (SAP) for switching and issue of electrical safety documents. This course aims to provide an understanding of industrial high and low voltage power systems including statutory regulations, safe operation, protection and fault diagnosis on a wide range of power equipment. The course also enables delegates to perform HV switching operations on industrial HV networks up to and including 15kV to prepare them for HV authorisation in accordance with their companies’ safety rules/regulations.


Knowledge &Observation Assessment -

Practical

ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

Theoretical and Practical Assessments

(optional)

ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION

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Refresher Training in the Safe Operation of High Voltage Power Systems(Full High Voltage Authorisation) – S5

Practical Introduction to the Safe Operation of High & Low Voltage Switchgear – S9

This is an advanced training programme that requires a good foundation of electrical knowledge. It is designed to refresh the knowledge, skills and experience of the delegates relating to safe practices and legislation applicable to high voltage power systems.

Delegates who successfully complete the course and both theoretical and practical assessments will receive a Faraday competence certificate and a certificate of verified achievement issued by EAL. Delegates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessment will receive a Faraday attendance certificate.

This course is designed specifically for individuals with little or no previous experience in high voltage switching. It focuses on the practical element of switching and is predominately workshop-based. This course may be undertaken as a precursor to the S4 or MAR4/OS4 full authorisation courses.

Delegates will receive a Faraday Training Group attendance certificate which should be produced when attending a full authorisation course at a later date.

Knowledge &Observation Assessment -

Practical

ASSESSMENT

5 Days

DURATION

Theoretical andPractical

Assessments(optional)

ASSESSMENT

3 Days

DURATION


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33kV Upgrade Course (indoor equipment) – S10

HV Cable Termination and Jointing – TJ

This course is designed for personnel who have previous authorisation up to 15kV, who wish to extend their authorisation level to enable them to operate on (indoor) 33kV systems. The course focuses on the practical element of switching and is predominantly workshop based. This course should be undertaken as an augmentation to the S4 (or similar) full authorisation course.

Delegates who successfully complete the course and both theoretical and practical assessments will receive a Faraday Training Group competence certificate. Delegates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessments will receive a Faraday Training Group attendance certificate.

This is a generic HV cable termination and jointing course and therefore the terminations and joints are not manufacturer specific. The straight joints unless otherwise specified will be heat shrinkable and resin filled using mechanical connectors. The cable terminations will also be heat shrinkable and utilize mechanical terminals unless otherwise specified. Please note: this course is an introduction to terminating/jointing and is not intended to be taken as a full trade course.



Assessments

ASSESSMENT

4 Days

DURATION



ASSESSMENT

2 Days

DURATION

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Cable Identification/Spiking – T5

This course is designed for electrical personnel responsible for identification/spiking and proving dead of HV power cables. (Note: this is not a cable fault location course).




ASSESSMENT

1 Day

DURATION

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What is covered by the Audit?

Following the visit our engineering consultant will provide you with a comprehensive report and an action plan enabling you to prioritise the steps you need to take to achieve full compliance.

FREE Electrical Safety Health CheckAchieving compliance with legislation such as the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 can be a complex and challenging task.ESUK off er a 90 minute FREE desktop audit to discuss & review areas of compliance & highlight issues for attention.

The structure and activities of your business The electrical work undertaken by your business How you manage electrical work

How you maintain your systems The competency of your staff and contractors Your electrical/mechanical policies and procedures

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Sheffield Road, Rotherham,

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Electrical Safety Training Brochure 2020 A5...consultancy and advice for blue chip organisations across Europe concerned with the safe management of risk associated with all electrical