Electrical Safety

Course overview

Practical, easy-to-follow training in Electrical Safety, helping learners understand key risks, responsibilities, controls and good practice relevant to the workplace.

CPD, IIRSM & IOSH Approved | 100% online | ️ Essential training for workplace safety | ⏱ Duration: 45 minutes

Course Overview: Electricity powers the modern workplace, but without proper precautions, it also presents serious hazards. This CPD-certified, IIRSM and IOSH-approved course provides essential training on the safe use of electricity in the workplace, raising awareness of electrical risks and how to manage them effectively. Learners will explore the fundamentals of electricity, understand how it can cause harm, and learn how to apply basic electrical safety measures. The course also covers UK legislation, portable appliance testing (PAT), and safe procedures for responding to incidents such as electric shocks.

Key Skills Gained:

• Understanding how electricity works, including voltage, current, and resistance
• Recognising the dangers and health effects of electrical contact
• Knowing how to respond safely if someone receives an electric shock
• Understanding legal responsibilities and safety regulations (including PAT)
• Implementing workplace procedures to manage and reduce electrical risks
• Identifying who should carry out checks and maintenance of electrical equipment

Course Modules:

Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, learners will be able to

• Define key electrical terms and understand how electricity works
• Explain how electricity can cause harm and identify signs of danger
• Follow basic first aid procedures if someone suffers an electric shock
• Understand the relevant UK legislation, standards, and safety guidance
• Implement a proactive electrical safety plan, including PAT testing and equipment checks

Target Audience:

• All employees in environments using electrical equipment
• Health and safety officers and facilities teams
• Office managers and site supervisors
• Maintenance and technical staff
• Anyone responsible for carrying out or managing PAT testing

System Requirements:

• Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari
• Video: Up-to-date video drivers
• Memory: 1GB+ RAM
• Internet: Broadband connection (3Mb+ recommended)

Enrol Today This course is ideal for employees in any role, and promotes compliance, improves safety culture, and reduces the risk of accidents in environments where electricity is used daily.

UK guidance and good-practice context

The law requires electrical equipment to be maintained to prevent danger; it does not require every portable appliance to receive an annual PAT test.

Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.