CPD Refresher - UA Basic Electrical Knowledge

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CPD Refresher – UA Basic Electrical Knowledge

Who is this refresher course for?

These courses are accredited by City & Guilds NPTC and from 2022 will replace the need to re-take any of their UA Qualifications, as would have happened previously; attendees will receive a “Digital Credential”, via email, upon completion of the refresher course.

CPD Refreshers for Utility Arboriculture Operators are required to be completed every 3 years to keep your qualification valid.

This CPD Refresher Course will provide the attendee with an updated knowledge of basic electrical knowledge, relevant to the utility arboriculture sector.

Duration:

1 days Refresher Training with an integrated City & Guilds NPTC CPD Assessment

Attendees:

max. 6 per course

Venue:

This is normally completed at our site locally to Builth Wells.
If you have enough people for a full course, we are able to run this course on your site (subject to a pre-course visit).

Pre-requisites:

UA Basic Electrical Knowledge

Qualification:

City & Guilds CPD Module in Utility Arboriculture Basic Electrical Knowledge

CERTIFICATE TYPE:

City & Guilds NPTC Digital Credential

REFRESHER COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Risk assessment, hazards, risks, controls, emergency planning and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Risk Zones – Proximity zones, vicinity zones, live zones
Equipment, designated work area and factors to consider when carrying out ground-based operations
Tree types and condition
Using ladders and ropes
Emergencies in the workplace and rescuing a person
Permit to Work (PTW)/ Permit for Work (PFW)
Safety document and safety points
Ground clearances, trees electrical categories, dangers working in live zones
Overhead line components

Refresher Course Information Sheet:

Course Information Sheet – Utility Arboriculture – Basic Electrical Knowledge – CPD Refresher