About this Electrical Network Awareness Course
This course provides essential electrical safety awareness training for those who work near overhead and underground electrical infrastructure. It is designed to give participants the knowledge required to work safely around the electricity network, in line with the latest legislation and safety codes.
The 1656 – Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons replaces the previous T0911 course and supports applications to become an Energex Authorised Person.
This course is ideal for workers operating plant, vehicles, or performing tasks near electrical assets in the field.
Course Outline
This course covers:
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Relevant WHS legislation and the Electrical Safety Code of Practice
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Basic electrical principles and how electricity affects the human body
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Roles of Authorised, Instructed, and Untrained Persons
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Identification of overhead and underground network infrastructure
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Components of substations and distribution systems
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Hazard identification and risk control methods near electrical apparatus
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Determining exclusion zones for people, vehicles, and equipment
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Emergency procedures and reporting in the event of an incident
Location:
Private training available onsite across Queensland.
Also offered at Kallibr Training – Salisbury (QLD).
