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Electrical Awareness Course

Name: Electrical Awareness Course
Price: 60 USD

The Electrical Awareness Course gives workers the knowledge to recognise electrical hazards, follow energy control procedures, and respond correctly when things go wrong. Covering everything from basic electrical theory to arc flash protection and emergency response, this course meets real workplace safety demands. Stay safe, stay compliant, and know exactly what to do around electrical equipment.

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What you will learn:

This course covers the fundamentals of electricity, including voltage, current, resistance, and circuit behaviour, so you understand what you are working around. You will learn to identify workplace electrical hazards such as exposed conductors, overloaded wiring circuits, and arc flash conditions. The course walks you through lockout/tagout procedures step by step, from isolating energy sources to verifying a zero-energy state. You will also learn how to select and inspect the right PPE for shock and arc flash protection. Electrical safety regulations, qualified worker definitions, and permit requirements are explained clearly so you know your responsibilities. Finally, you will be prepared to respond to electrical shock, burns, and fires with the right actions in the right order.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Fundamentals of Electricity

Lesson 1 • Voltage, Current, and Resistance
Defines the three fundamental electrical quantities and their relationships. Connects measurable quantities to real-world circuit behaviour.
Lesson 2 • Direct and Alternating Current
Distinguishes DC from AC, covering waveforms, frequency, and typical applications of each. Sets the stage for understanding workplace electrical systems.
Lesson 3 • Nature and Properties of Electricity
Covers atomic structure, electron flow, and the origin of electrical charge. Provides the conceptual foundation for understanding all subsequent electrical principles.
Lesson 4 • Electrical Power and Energy
Explains how power is calculated from voltage and current and how energy consumption is measured. Links theoretical formulas to practical equipment ratings.

Chapter 2See details

Electrical Circuits and Components

Lesson 1 • Series and Parallel Circuits
Analyses how components behave when connected in series versus parallel configurations. Reinforces Ohm's Law application across different circuit topologies.
Lesson 2 • Transformers and Power Distribution Components
Explains transformer operation and the components used to distribute power across a facility. Prepares students to recognise distribution equipment in their work environment.
Lesson 3 • Switches, Relays, and Protective Devices
Examines control and protection components including fuses, circuit breakers, and relays. Connects component knowledge to safe circuit operation and fault protection.
Lesson 4 • Passive Electrical Components
Covers resistors, capacitors, and inductors, including their functions and circuit effects. Builds component recognition skills needed for equipment inspection.
Lesson 5 • Reading Electrical Schematics
Introduces standard schematic symbols and diagram conventions used in industry. Enables students to interpret wiring diagrams encountered on the job.

Chapter 3See details

Electrical Hazards in the Workplace

Lesson 1 • Hazard Recognition and Risk Assessment
Introduces systematic methods for identifying and evaluating electrical risks before starting work. Connects hazard knowledge to structured pre-task assessment practices.
Lesson 2 • Electrical Fire Hazards
Covers how electrical faults ignite fires and the unique challenges of extinguishing them. Links hazard awareness to fire prevention and emergency response.
Lesson 3 • Arc Flash and Arc Blast Hazards
Explains the causes, energy release, and injury potential of arc flash events. Prepares students to recognise arc flash risk conditions before approaching equipment.
Lesson 4 • Common Electrical Hazards
Catalogues workplace hazards such as exposed conductors, overloaded circuits, and damaged insulation. Enables hazard recognition during routine work activities.
Lesson 5 • How Electricity Injures the Human Body
Details the physiological effects of electric shock, including current pathways and tissue damage. Establishes the biological basis for all subsequent safety precautions.

Chapter 4See details

Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards

Lesson 1 • Incident Reporting and Investigation
Covers regulatory requirements for reporting electrical incidents and the investigation process. Prepares students to fulfil reporting obligations and support root-cause analysis.
Lesson 2 • Electrical Safety Programmes
Outlines the components of a compliant workplace electrical safety programme. Connects regulatory requirements to practical programme implementation.
Lesson 3 • Electrical Installation Standards
Covers wiring, earthing, and installation requirements specified by recognised electrical codes. Enables students to identify non-compliant installations in their workplace.
Lesson 4 • Regulatory Framework Overview
Surveys the hierarchy of electrical safety regulations, from national standards to employer obligations. Establishes the legal and ethical context for all safety practices.
Lesson 5 • Qualified vs. Unqualified Person Definitions
Defines regulatory distinctions between qualified and unqualified electrical workers and their permitted tasks. Clarifies the scope of work allowed for non-electrician personnel.

Chapter 5See details

Lockout/Tagout and Energy Control

Lesson 1 • Lockout/Tagout Auditing and Retraining
Covers periodic auditing of energy control procedures and triggers for retraining. Ensures ongoing compliance and procedural accuracy over time.
Lesson 2 • Lockout/Tagout Procedure Steps
Provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the full lockout/tagout sequence from notification to release. Builds procedural competency through structured sequence practice.
Lesson 3 • Energy Control Programme Principles
Introduces the purpose, scope, and key elements of an energy control programme. Establishes the regulatory and safety rationale for lockout/tagout procedures.
Lesson 4 • Group Lockout and Complex Isolation
Addresses multi-worker and multi-energy-source scenarios requiring coordinated isolation. Prepares students for real-world situations involving shared equipment or complex systems.
Lesson 5 • Identifying Energy Sources
Trains students to locate all electrical and stored energy sources on equipment before isolation. Prevents incomplete isolation that leaves residual hazardous energy.

Chapter 6See details

Personal Protective Equipment for Electrical Work

Lesson 1 • Additional Electrical PPE
Covers supplementary protective items including safety glasses, hard hats, and insulated footwear. Completes the full PPE ensemble required for electrical work.
Lesson 2 • Arc Flash Protective Clothing
Details arc-rated fabric types, arc thermal performance values, and layering principles. Prepares students to assemble compliant arc flash ensembles for their work tasks.
Lesson 3 • PPE Selection Based on Hazard Level
Explains how to match PPE to shock and arc flash hazard categories using risk assessment results. Connects hazard identification skills from prior chapters to equipment selection.
Lesson 4 • PPE Inspection, Maintenance, and Retirement
Establishes inspection schedules, storage conditions, and criteria for retiring damaged PPE. Ensures PPE remains reliable throughout its service life.
Lesson 5 • Insulated Gloves and Sleeves
Covers voltage-rated glove classes, inspection procedures, and correct donning techniques. Ensures students can verify glove integrity before every use.

Chapter 7See details

Safe Work Practices Around Electrical Equipment

Lesson 1 • Working on Energised Equipment
Covers the justification requirements, permits, and precautions for energised electrical work. Ensures students understand that energised work is a last resort requiring strict controls.
Lesson 2 • Housekeeping and Environmental Controls
Addresses workspace organisation, moisture control, and clearance requirements around electrical equipment. Prevents environmental conditions from creating or worsening electrical hazards.
Lesson 3 • Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition
Details the full process of creating a verified de-energised work environment. Reinforces lockout/tagout skills within the broader context of safe work planning.
Lesson 4 • Approach Boundaries and Safe Distances
Defines limited, restricted, and prohibited approach boundaries for shock and arc flash. Enables students to position themselves and others safely near energised equipment.
Lesson 5 • Safe Use of Electrical Tools and Equipment
Covers inspection, handling, and safe operation of portable electrical tools and extension cords. Reduces tool-related electrical injuries through proper use habits.

Chapter 8See details

Emergency Response to Electrical Incidents

Lesson 1 • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Electrical Victims
Covers CPR technique adapted for electrical injury victims, including cardiac arrest recognition. Prepares students to sustain a victim until professional medical help arrives.
Lesson 2 • Responding to Electrical Fires
Covers safe response procedures for electrical fires, including extinguisher selection and evacuation. Ensures students can act effectively without creating additional electrical hazards.
Lesson 3 • Burn Treatment and First Aid
Details first aid for electrical contact burns, arc flash burns, and secondary thermal injuries. Connects injury type knowledge to appropriate immediate treatment actions.
Lesson 4 • Responding to Electrical Shock Victims
Provides a step-by-step response sequence for assisting a person who has received an electric shock. Emphasises rescuer safety before victim contact to prevent secondary casualties.
Lesson 5 • Post-Incident Procedures
Addresses scene preservation, incident documentation, and employee support after an electrical event. Prepares students to fulfil post-incident obligations and support investigation.

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This course is for you:

Maintenance technician: works near electrical panels and needs formal safety grounding.
Construction labourer: encounters live electrical systems on job sites without safety training.
Facilities manager: oversees building systems and must understand electrical compliance obligations.
Manufacturing operator: works alongside electrical equipment daily but lacks hazard awareness training.
Career changer entering the trades: needs foundational electrical safety knowledge before starting work.
Safety coordinator: builds or audits electrical safety programmes and wants deeper technical context.

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