Electrical Awareness

1-Day Course Overview: Basic Electrical Installation Theory  

Course Title:

Introduction to Electrical Installation Theory and Practical Wiring as an introduction to Electrical Equipment Testing (PAT)

Course Objective:

To provide participants with a foundation understanding of electrical installation theory, wiring principles, and safe working practices in the UK. This course is designed for individuals with no prior knowledge of electrical equipment.

Target Audience:

• Those responsible for electrical equipment safety in the workplace

• Anyone seeking to understand how to inspect electrical equipment safely.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Electrical Safety and UK Regulations 

• Overview of UK regulations:

• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

2. Fundamentals of Electricity 

• Basic concepts: voltage, current, resistance

• Ohm's Law explained simply

• Units of measurement: volts, amps, ohms, watts

3. Safety Consideration

• Importance of PPE: gloves, goggles

• Safe isolation procedures

• Risks of overloading and short circuits