Objective

• Compliance with legislation.
• An independent recommendation of suitability as an Authorised Person.
• Better documentation, communication and enforcement of safe working procedures.

Target Group

MOD personnel managing HV/LV electrical systems, safety regulations, and switchgear operations under JSP 375.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Examination

Learners complete practical exercises that involve the management, application and control of documentation.
Learners are continually assessed, both in written and practical exercises, and there are opportunities to work with a wide range of equipment that will support their knowledge in the field.
This course can be intense, it includes evening work, both the reading of course materials and completion of projects.

Course Contents

• Requirements of statutory regulation/legislation.
• Mandatory Safety Regulations and procedures (JSP 375 Vol. 3).
• HV Switchgear operation and maintenance. HV sub-station equipment and operation and maintenance.
• HV ring and radial network operation.
• Application of Electricity Safety Regulations to HV distribution systems.
• LV distribution switchgear and equipment.
• Application of Electricity Safety Regulations to HV distribution systems.
• Issue of permit to Work.
• Issue of Sanction to Test.
• Operating records and documentation.
• Testing/commissioning of HV electrical distribution equipment.