General Electrical Safety

Electricity is an essential part of modern workplaces, but inadequate controls and unsafe practices can expose workers to serious hazards. Electrical incidents can result in electric shock, burns, fires, and fatal injuries, particularly in high-risk working environments.

OSHAS General Electrical Safety training introduces participants to fundamental electrical safety principles and safe working practices. The course explains common electrical hazards, protective measures, electrical isolation, equipment safety, and the responsibilities of qualified and unqualified workers.

• Electrical safety standards and requirements
• Recognising electrical hazards
• Fundamental electrical concepts
• Protective devices and systems
• Safe electrical work practices
• Training requirements
• Physical characteristics of electricity
• Understanding electrical circuits
• The human body as an electrical conductor
• Electrical injuries and their prevention
• Electrical safe work practices
• Qualified and unqualified persons
• Electrical isolation and Lockout/Tagout
• Circuit protection
• Conductive clothing and jewellery
• Safe use of portable electrical equipment
• Electrical safety interlocks
• Flammable or ignitable equipment
• Overhead electrical lines
• Physical barriers and protection
• Insulated tools and equipment
• Electrical testing and verification

This course is suitable for professionals who have responsibilities involving electrical safety or supervision, including:

1. Supervisors
2. Electricians
3. Electrical managers and coordinators

Participants will develop a stronger understanding of electrical hazards and how to reduce the risks associated with electrical work.

1. Recognise common electrical hazards in the workplace
2. Understand measures used to reduce electrical risks
3. Identify hazards associated with electrical shock and fire
4. Understand appropriate responses to electrical emergencies
5. Apply safer working practices when using electrical equipment
6. Understand the importance of electrical isolation and protective controls

Learners may take the course examination after completing the course material and required module quizzes. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions designed to assess understanding of electrical safety principles.

Exam Pattern:

• Time allowed: 2 hours
• The examination is open book.
• A minimum score of 65% is required to pass.
• Learners may retake the examination if they do not pass.
• A maximum of three attempts is permitted within a 48-hour period.
• After three attempts, learners must wait 48 hours before another attempt.
• Learners should review the course material before retaking the examination.
• A passed examination cannot be retaken solely to improve the score.
• There is currently no separate comprehensive programme examination. All required course examinations must be successfully completed.