Authorised Person: High Voltage (AP15b)

Benefits for the learner

• Greater understanding and compliance with legislation.
• Better communication with colleagues.
• Flexible learning approach at your own pace
• Ability to relate to company's safety rules whilst learning
• Coaching from highly experienced trainers and the opportunity to meet and interact with other AP's and AE's.

Benefits for the employer

• Compliance with legislation.
• An independent recommendation of suitability as an Authorised Person.
• Better documentation, communication and enforcement of safe working procedures.
• Employees spend less time off-site.

What you’ll learn on this course

• Requirements of statutory regulation/legislation.
• Types of HV switchgear and their operation and maintenance.
• Types of HV sub-station equipment, its operation and maintenance.
• Types of distribution systems and the equipment used.
• Types of protective devices and their application.
• Application of Electricity Safety Regulations to HV ring and radial distribution systems.
• Issue of Permits to Work and Sanction for Test.
• Methods of network operation.
• Records and documentation.
• Cable location and identification.
• Testing/commissioning of electrical distribution equipment.

What do I need to bring with Me?

• Learners can bring with them any materials used by their own employer, copies of risk assessments or management systems so that they can see how their materials fit in to the context of the training.
• Learners must bring safety boots and safety glasses, and waterproof clothing for outdoor practical exercises.