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BA4: Risks of electricity and device classes
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BA4: Risks of electricity and device classes

Learn about electrical hazards, device classes, and how to stay safe around electricity.

Description

This course covers the risks associated with electricity in the workplace, including the difference between electric shock and electrocution. You will explore device protection classes and understand how electrical incidents occur and how they can be prevented. By the end, you will be equipped with the knowledge to recognize electrical hazards and act safely.

After this course you can

  • Distinguish between electric shock and electrocution and explain the difference
  • Identify the main risks and causes of electrical incidents in the workplace
  • Recognize the different device protection classes and their characteristics
  • Explain how electric current affects the human body
  • Apply knowledge of electrical safety to prevent incidents at work

Who is it for?

This training is intended for all employees who work with or near electrical equipment and devices.

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