Power Transmission and Distribution

  • Overview
  • Course Content
  • Requirements & Materials
Overview

Power Transmission and Distribution

Course Description

This course is an overview of the standard for power distribution and transmission. You will discuss the safety hazards involved with the operation and maintenance of electric power generation, transmission equipment, distribution lines, and equipment.

Course Content

POWERTRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION

  • OSHA standards
  • NESC standards

HAZARDS

  • Shock
  • Arc Flash

TRAINING

  • Qualified person
  • First aid

PPE

  • Shock
  • Arc flash

ELECTRICAL GRID

  • Transmission lines
  • Distribution lines
Requirements & Materials

Important Information

Are you approved for VA Education Benefits?  The certificate program associated with this course, if offered in classrom format and on the Atlanta campus only, is approved for VA Education Benefits. Courses delivered in an online format or outside the Atlanta campus are not eligible for VA benefits. Details and eligible programs can be viewed from this link.
 

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for general industry workers who want to learn about power transmission and distribution safety.

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What You Will Learn

  • Power transmission and distribution
  • Workplace hazards
  • Industry training requirements
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
  • Electric power generation
  • Transmission equipment
  • Distribution lines
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How You Will Benefit

  • Recognize the hazards involved with power transmission and distribution.
  • Know the training requirements in the industry.
  • Discuss methods to abate hazards involved with operations, such as tree trimming, live line work, confined spaces, and substation entry.
  • Identify PPE and the requirements for its selection and use.
  • Explain the safe-work practices necessary for the industry.
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    Taught by Experts in the Field
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The solid OSHA curriculum, fueled with hands-on training, and a strong professional network builds you for a successful safety career.

- Rodrigues "Rocky" Smith
Safety Manager

TRAIN AT YOUR LOCATION

We enable employers to provide specialized, on-location training on their own timetables. Our world-renowned experts can create unique content that meets your employees' specific needs. We also have the ability to deliver courses via web conferencing or on-demand online videos. For 15 or more students, it is more cost-effective for us to come to you.

  • Save Money
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Group Training
  • Customize Content
  • On-Site Training
  • Earn a Certificate
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