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Safe Isolation of Low Voltage Electrical Installations 1-Day Course - BPEC

Safe Isolation of Low Voltage Electrical Installations 1-Day Course – BPEC

This one-day course provides essential training on safe isolation procedures for low voltage electrical systems in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. It is designed to help reduce the risk of electric shock or injury by ensuring proper isolation methods are used when working on or near live electrical systems.

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Unit 2c Rekendyke Industrial Estate, South Shields, NE33 5BZ

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Pre-requisites

Please check that you meet the requirements below before enrolling on this course:

• Basic understanding of electrical systems is recommended
• Suitable for both qualified tradespeople and those from related industries

Formal craft qualification e.g. National or Scottish Vocational Qualification (NVQ/SVQ) Level 2 or 3 in heating engineering or plumbing or electrical trades, or working towards a course in heating engineering or plumbing which will lead to a formal qualification, such as NVQ Level 2 or 3 heating and ventilation or plumbing or electrical installations, or have a number of years’ experience of conventional heating engineering or plumbing and electrical installations.

Course Overview:

This one-day course provides essential training on safe isolation procedures for low voltage electrical systems in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. It is designed to help reduce the risk of electric shock or injury by ensuring proper isolation methods are used when working on or near live electrical systems.

 

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the legal responsibilities under electrical safety legislation
• Recognise dangers associated with low voltage electrical systems
• Learn the correct sequence for safely isolating electrical installations
• Use test equipment correctly to confirm safe isolation
• Apply safe working practices and risk assessments

 

Course Content:

• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 – overview and implications
• Requirements for isolation and proving dead
• Lock-off and tagging procedures
• Use of approved test equipment (e.g. voltage indicators, proving units)
• Permits to work and documentation
• Practical demonstration of safe isolation on a range of systems
• Consequences of unsafe isolation practices

 

Assessment:

• Written or multiple-choice test
• Practical assessment (safe isolation of a mock installation)

BPEC accredited certificate

Upon successful completion, participants receive a BPEC Certificate of Competence, valid for 5 years, demonstrating proficiency in safe isolation practices and compliance with health and safety regulations.

This course is suitable for:

• Qualified electricians
• Heating engineers and plumbers who may encounter electrical systems
• Anyone working in environments where electrical systems must be isolated

The majority of our courses require existing qualifications for you to enrol on them. You can see the requirements for each course by going onto the individual course page, then reading the “Required Experience” section. Please check and confirm that you meet the requirements, before enrolling on the course.

A few of our courses don’t require qualifications, like the Solar PV Roof Installations – Practical Course, but it does help if you have some relevant experience.

We teach all of our theory courses at our training centre in Newcastle, our state of the art facility is a great place to learn! Class sizes are kept small so we can deliver focused, practical learning. You’re provided with all of the course materials, and any equipment needed to complete the course. 

Our practical courses are taught on site, and you get the opportunity to partake in live installations. If you enrol on a practical course, we will contact you to confirm the location.

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2) Complete checkout

Next you will need to complete payment for your chosen course. You will then be automatically enrolled on the course, and receive an email confirmation.

3) Attend your course

Courses are taught at our training centre in Newcastle. Your tutor will contact you before your course date, and will be able to answer any questions you may have.

Yes, you will receive a certificate after your course. If you successfully complete one of our BPEC courses, you will receive a BPEC accredited certificate. 

Our non-accredited courses reward you with a Certificate of Completion, issued by Future Group Renewable Training. You can use this as evidence of competence on your CV.

Our courses have different durations. Please check the individual course page for full details – it will tell you the number of days the course lasts for.

You can pick from available start dates on the availability calendar for the course.

Cancellations made 21 days or more before the course start date may be eligible for a refund, subject to written confirmation.

Cancellations made less than 21 days before the course start date are non-refundable.

Please read our full Terms & Conditions for further information.

Additional Information

• Course materials and lock-off equipment typically provided for use during training
• Small group sizes for focused, hands-on instruction
• Required for compliance with many health and safety policies and site requirements

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How to enrol on a course

Choose your course

Browse our range of courses to find one suitable for your career goals. Each course has an availability calendar, where you can choose a start date. Pick a date then add the course to your basket.

Complete checkout

Next you will need to complete payment for your chosen course. You will then be automatically enrolled on the course, and receive an email confirmation.

Attend your course

All courses are taught at our headquarters in Newcastle. Your tutor will contact you before your course date, and will be able to answer any questions you may have.

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