Managing Electrical Safety - Identifying High Risk Electrical Hazards (ROSPA Endorsed)

Those working with, or in the vicinity of, high risk electrical hazards – or those managing such situations – must be able to identify these hazards and understand the risk they present. This is essential since, without such knowledge, it will prove difficult, if not impossible, to carry out risk assessments, or put in place effective risk controls. This course discusses the most commonly encountered high risk electrical hazards, how they may be identified, and the risks they present. The duration of this course is 20 minutes and can be completed over multiple sessions. By the end of this course you will be able to: • What the risks are • Why accidents occur • Understand the risks and key precautions relating to: -Working on mains electrical supplies -Overhead power lines -Underground power lines -Working in wet conditions