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Electrical and electrical safety training courses

Build knowledge of electrical safety, wiring regulations, high-voltage systems, infrastructure projects and safe working practices through expert-led engineering training.

Electrical and electrical safety training at a glance

Our electrical engineering courses support professionals involved in the design, operation, maintenance and management of electrical systems across industrial, commercial and infrastructure environments. 

Topics covered

  • Electrical safety management
  • Wiring regulations (BS 7671)
  • High-voltage engineering
  • Lightning and surge protection
  • Electrical infrastructure and substations. 

Suitable for

  • Electrical engineers
  • Maintenance engineers
  • Commissioning engineers
  • Operations managers
  • Project engineers
  • Consultants. 

Explore electrical training by topic

Electrical safety

Electrical safety is fundamental to protecting people, equipment and business operations.

Understanding legal responsibilities, risk management and safe systems of work helps organisations reduce incidents and maintain compliance. 

Wiring regulations

The IET Wiring Regulations provide the basis for safe electrical installation design, inspection and maintenance.

Engineers and practitioners need to understand the latest regulatory requirements and their practical application. 

High voltage engineering

High-voltage equipment plays a critical role within transmission, distribution and industrial power systems.

Engineers working in this area must understand insulation systems, testing requirements and operational risks. 

Lightning and surge protection

Surge events can damage equipment, reduce reliability and create significant operational risks.

Understanding protection measures helps engineers improve resilience and maintain safety. 

Electrical infrastructure and safety-critical environments

Many engineers are responsible for electrical assets operating in complex or safety-critical environments.

Understanding infrastructure projects and safety requirements is essential for efficient and compliant delivery. 


 

Related technical training

Many electrical professionals also undertake training in adjacent disciplines.

Energy and power

Relevant courses include: 

  • Electrical power system protection
  • Distributed generation
  • Predictive maintenance for critical industries
  • Understanding the substation project lifecycle. 

Railway systems and infrastructure

Relevant courses include:

  • Railway electrification infrastructure and systems
  • Railway earthing and bonding
  • Railway signalling and control systems.

Information and communication technology

Relevant courses include:

  • Fundamentals of OT and Cyber Security
  • Sensors, Actuators and Their Interfaces
  • Semiconductors.

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