Organisation profile
Powerpoint Engineering Ltd is the industry expert in providing specialised electrical testing products, services & training. We are the market leader in Ireland in niche industries such as Arc Flash PPE,Lockout/Tagout, Electrical Safety Equipment, Energy Monitoring, having built up the necessary expertise, reputation and distribution agencies. Customers include generating stations, utility companies, manufacturing plants, facility managers, engineers, safety consultants & electrical contractors
Training aim
Personnel undertaking service or maintenance work on industrial equipment will get a good overview of Arc Flash hazards and the importance of wearing appropriate Arc Flash PPE.
Learning objectives
On completion of the course you will have a very good understanding of:
• What is Arc Flash?
• Arc Flash Hazards and Incidents
• Arc Flash Legislation & Standards – a brief overview
• Arc Flash Boundary and Labelling on Electrical Panels
• Arc Flash PPE - Certification, Standards and Ratings
• Arc Flash PPE - different types of garments
• Arc Flash PPE - Proper Use and Care Guide
Course outline
Types of Arc Flash & Intensity
Arc Flash Hazards – Causes, Incidents & Injuries
Health and Safety Legislation in Ireland & UK - brief overview
Arc Flash Standards including IEEE 1584 Standard& NFPA 70E
Arc Flash Boundary & Labelling on Electrical Panels
Arc Flash PPE – Understanding Certification, Standards, Arc Rating & Symbols
The Role of Protective Workwear against Arc Flash
Types of Arc Flash PPE
Arc Flash PPE – Proper Use & Care Guide
Trainer's profile
Cathal McGrath has over 10 years’ experience in the electrical industry and 4 years as a Trainer. Qualifications include:
• FETAC Level 6 - -Train the Trainer
• FPX Leadership and Project Management
• FETAC Level 6 - -Electrician
• City & Guilds Level 3 – Inspection,Testing & Verification of Electrical Equipment
In addition to this, Cathal has excellent Arc FLash PPE knowledge as we are authorised distributors for the main suppliers including ProGARM, Fristads, Tranemo and Roots.
Course duration
2 hours to be held in Portlaoise or on-site.
Assessment & certification
We are accredited by NSAI to ISO Standard 9001:2008. On passing an examination, you will be issued with a Certificate of Completion.
Who should attend
Personnel including EH&S Personnel, Safety Officers, Plant Managers, Engineers, Maintenance and Operatives undertaking service or maintenance work on industrial equipment.
Website
https://www.powerpoint.ie/