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POSTED: January 31 2025

Why Electrical Training is Essential

Electrical work is critical across various industries, and ensuring safety and compliance is a top priority to protect personnel and property. Electrical hazards, if not managed properly, can result in serious injuries, fatalities, and damage to equipment. For professionals working in sectors like construction, manufacturing, utilities, and mining, acquiring the right electrical training is vital for safe practices, regulatory compliance, and efficient risk management.

Competency Training, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 31299), is leading the way in electrical training across Australia. With years of experience, they offer a wide range of high-quality courses designed to provide professionals with the expertise needed to handle electrical systems safely, meet industry regulations, and minimise workplace risks.

 

Course Breakdown: Electrical Spotter Training

Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for anyone who works near electrical hazards, including:

  • General workers and tradespeople.
  • Site managers and supervisors.
  • Labourers on sites with high-voltage systems.

Course Overview:

  • Electrical Safety Basics: Learn about the dangers associated with electricity and best practices for staying safe.
  • Hazard Identification: Recognise electrical risks and hazardous situations on-site.
  • The Role of an Electrical Spotter: Understand the responsibilities of an electrical spotter in maintaining safety.
  • Site Safety Protocols: Implement safety measures when working near electrical equipment.
  • Emergency Response: Learn what steps to take in case of an electrical accident.

Delivery Options:

  • Online learning with interactive modules.
  • On-site training available for corporate clients (please contact us for more details).

Course Fee:

  • $330 AUD (GST exempt).

 

Course Breakdown: Electrical Incident Investigation

Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for:

  • Safety officers and managers.
  • Engineers and technical personnel responsible for incident analysis.
  • Supervisors in charge of safety protocols.

Course Overview:

  • Incident Documentation and Reporting: Learn the correct way to document electrical incidents.
  • Investigation Methods: Understand how to conduct thorough investigations into electrical accidents.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Discover techniques to identify the underlying causes of electrical failures.
  • Compliance with Regulations: Gain knowledge of legal requirements when reporting incidents.
  • Implementing Corrective Actions: Learn how to develop solutions to prevent future incidents.

Delivery Options:

  • Public courses held across Australia.
  • Tailored on-site training to meet specific organisational needs.

Course Fee:

  • $1,100 AUD (GST exempt).

 

Course Breakdown: PLC System Engineering Fundamentals

Who Should Attend? This course is designed for:

  • Engineers and technicians working with PLC systems.
  • Maintenance staff looking to understand programmable logic controllers.
  • Electrical engineers involved in industrial automation.

Course Overview:

The PLC Systems Engineering – Fundamentals course provides a pathway for theoretical and practical skills and knowledge to be able to select, install, commission, fault find and maintain equipment and systems for the control of plant, machines and processes utilising PLC and Networks.

  1. On completion, the students will understand basic networks, tcp/ip addressing and subnet/masks, wi-fi setup, plc setup, programming basics for plc, ladder and function block creation.
  2. The classroom component of the course consists of three days of training. The course covers the following topics:
  • Basic TCP/IP Networking;
  • PLC Fundamentals;
  • Ladder Logic;
  • System Functions and Data Array;
  • Function blocks
  • MODBUS Setup and Testing and more

Delivery Options:

  • Public courses in key locations across Australia.
  • On-site training sessions tailored for teams.

Course Fee:

  • $4,500 AUD (GST exempt).

 

Course Breakdown: Low Voltage Rescue and CPR

Who Should Attend? This essential course is for anyone working with low-voltage electrical systems, including:

  • Electricians.
  • Electrical apprentices.
  • Service and maintenance workers.

Course Overview:

  • Low Voltage Rescue Techniques: Learn how to safely rescue someone from a live electrical hazard.
  • CPR and First Aid: Understand how to perform CPR in electrical emergency situations.
  • Emergency Protocols: Learn the correct emergency procedures for electrical accidents.
  • Hazard Prevention: Discover how to avoid and mitigate electrical risks on the job.

Delivery Options:

  • Online learning with practical assessments.
  • Public courses and on-site training are available.

Course Fee:

  • Pricing varies, depending on area

 

Course Breakdown: Electrical Supervisors’ Responsibilities

Who Should Attend? This course is aimed at:

  • Electrical supervisors.
  • Managers overseeing electrical operations.
  • Project managers working with electrical contractors.


Course Overview:

  • Legal and Safety Responsibilities: Understand the supervisor’s role in ensuring compliance with electrical safety regulations.
  • Managing Workplace Safety: Implementing protocols to keep electrical operations safe.
  • Conducting Risk Assessments: Learn how to assess and mitigate electrical risks.
  • Emergency Response Leadership: Guide your team in responding safely and efficiently during electrical emergencies.
  • Effective Communication and Leadership: Learn to communicate safety concerns and lead electrical teams effectively.

Delivery Options:

  • Jandakot Training Available
  • Tailored on-site training for supervisors and teams.

Course Fee:

  • $605 AUD (GST inclusive).

 

Why Electrical Training is Beneficial

For Professionals:

  • Increased Employability: Certification demonstrates your expertise, making you eligible for more specialised roles.
  • Enhanced Safety Knowledge: Learn how to prevent and manage electrical risks effectively.
  • Career Advancement: Qualifications help boost your prospects for leadership roles in electrical fields.

For Employers:

  • Improved Workplace Safety: Reduce the risk of electrical accidents and improve employee safety.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry safety standards and avoid costly fines.
  • Operational Efficiency: Minimise downtime and ensure that electrical systems are well-maintained and safe.

Why Choose Competency Training?

Expertise in the Industry
Competency Training’s courses are led by experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of electrical systems. Participants gain practical insights and are well-prepared for real-world challenges.

Flexible Learning Options
Competency Training offers public courses nationwide, as well as custom on-site training for businesses, ensuring that the learning options cater to a wide range of needs.

National Recognition
As an RTO (31299), Competency Training ensures that all its courses are nationally recognised and adhere to the highest industry standards, giving professionals the credentials they need to excel.

Electrical Industry Trends

  • Increased Safety Regulations: As electrical standards tighten, there is a growing need for ongoing training.
  • Technological Advances: The introduction of new technologies and systems demands that workers stay up-to-date with the latest practices.
  • Global Recognition of Electrical Certifications: Electrical qualifications are highly regarded worldwide, offering new opportunities for professionals.

 

Need help finding the right course?

The overall experience with Competency Training was excellent, very professional. From our original inquiry, arranging technical training, to completion was seamless.

(On-site Course Delivery)
There is more than enough in the course content to make sure we walk away qualified.
Stuart Grant
(Cert IV Instrumentation Student)
Was a great teacher and a very friendly people person, will be recommending courses to my company.
(EEHA Student)
I have left the course feeling a lot more confident in my abilities to complete my EEHA responsibilities at site. There was a lot of content but our trainer delivered it in a way that was not overwhelming.
(EEHA Student)
Great course. Will highly recommend to other staff. Trainer was great and very welcoming.
(EEHA Student)
The trainer was an extremely knowledgeable instructor. His delivery of the course was outstanding and he is very friendly and approachable.
(EEHA Student)
Fantastic course content led by a great teacher. Very happy, and I feel that I have learnt a lot in the week.
(EEHA Student)

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