Program Overview

EWRB Safety Training

Overview

Designed to meet the requirements of the Electrical Workers Registration Board, this 8-hour (1-day) short course must be completed within three months of being issued a Limited Certificate or Trainee Limited Certificate and holding a current first aid certificate for US6401 & US6402.

Course Content

• The hazardous nature of electricity
• The Health and Safety at Work Act
• Known hazards and special hazards
• Safety management of electrical hazards
• General safety practices in the workplace
• Safe use of tools and test equipment
• Analysing electrical incidents
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Fire safety
• Isolating electrical circuits from the supply of electricity
• Testing electrical circuits to ensure safety prior to reconnection

Course Details

• Course Code: ESFY102
• Level: 3
• Credits: 1
• Estimated Time: 20 Hours
• Fees 2025: $250
• International Fee: $250
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