BC Electrical Authorization Training

• To enable electricians to implement the safety requirements of the NFC 18510 standard during operations relating to lockout/tagout on LV electrical installations.
• To ensure their ability to adapt these requirements to the specific areas and situations of their establishments.
• Obtain BC electrical authorization.

General information on BC electrical authorization and current regulations

• Presentation of the BC electrical authorization procedure according to the NFC 18510 standard in relation to voltage domains.
• Conducting a risk assessment of the pathophysiological effects of electric current.
• Examples of accidents (direct, indirect contact, short circuit).
• Knowing how to classify facilities.
• Learning safety rules arising from the dangers of electric current.
• Understanding the role of the people involved.
• Understanding and carrying out electrical work.
• A look back at the electrical operations specific to the person holding the BC electrical authorization.
• Recognize the different zones of electrical environment.
• Be familiar with written documents.
• Being familiar with the functions of the equipment, the use of plans and diagrams, the purpose of locks and interlocks.
• Need to assess the impact of equipment design on personnel safety.

Knowing how to perform a low-voltage electrical operation safely

• Performing work on de-energized low-voltage systems.
• Concepts on the principles of lockout/tagout in LV (low voltage).
• Understand the roles of the person in charge of consignment, the person in charge of works and the worker.
• Ensure safety during measurement operations.
• Knowing how to effectively use removable and portable handheld electrical devices.

A look back at the procedures to follow in the event of an electrical incident or accident

• Learning basic first aid skills.
• Knowing how to prevent a fire on an electrical installation.
• Knowing how to work in confined spaces.

Multiple-choice questions (minimum score 16/20)