Arc Flash Electrical Safety & Advance Power System Protection
A focused program on Safe Systems of Work and Arc Flash prevention, giving electrical teams the tools to protect people and power networks.
This 3 day training program is designed for technicians and engineers to build a solid understanding of safe systems of work, awareness and prevention of arc flash events and typical electrical basic and advanced electrical safe working.
15th – 17th July 2026 Johannesburg - South Africa
Course Overview
This 3 day training program is designed for technicians and engineers to build a solid understanding of safe systems of work, awareness and prevention of arc flash events and typical electrical basic and advanced electrical safe working.
The course follows international IEC and IEEE standards, combining theoretical fundamentals with practical applications and hands-on examples. Participants will start with an overview of responsibilities and duties, the dangers of arc flash, on to understanding and implementing the Hierarchy of Controls, recognised by OSHA, NFA 70E; IEE; NEBOSH as the basic fundamentals in Safe Systems of Work, (SSoW).
We progress on to addressing the hidden dangers of partial discharge, poor housekeeping, humidity and thermal heat increases and progressively move to, process, documentation, LOTO, additional options, solutions methods of prevention, solution options and finally the last line of defence, PPE. All subjects with time allocated for interactive Q&A and discussions.
Key Learning Outcomes
Responsibility: Investigate roles, why we need to identify and how to carry out those duties for the benefit of the organisation and safety of engineers.
Arc Flash: Insight and awareness on causes, simple prevention actions, and timeline monitoring of Partial Discharge and Thermal heating.
Safe Working Systems (SSoW): In-depth grasp of HV and LV safety systems following NFPA 70E, IEC, and IEEE guidelines.
Traceable Documentation: Registering works, robust SLDs, Switching Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Permits to Work.
Hierarchy of Control (HoC): Incorporating the 5 crucial steps investigated for practicalities and overall benefits.
Why You Should Attend
Bridge the gap between textbooks and practical engineering applications to ensure operational excellence and safety on site.
Strengthen Competence
Reduce the risk of equipment damage, life threatening failures, and power system downtime through rigorous SSoW adherence.
International Standards
Learn how to implement IEC, IEEE, and NFPA 70E standards in practical safety schemes that meet global benchmarks.
Bridge the Gap
Move beyond textbooks into hands-on applications, real-life case studies, and interactive classroom exercises.
Work Smarter & Safer
Leverage LOTO, clear documentation, and proper PPE allocation to prevent catastrophic failures.
Stay Ahead in a Fast Evolving Field
As technologies evolve and systems become more integrated, understanding the Hierarchy of Controls, proper Safe Systems of Work, and arc flash risk assessment is absolutely critical for operational excellence and site resilience.
Training Agenda
3-Day Onsite Face-to-Face Programme
- Purpose of operating SSoW to enhance worker safety.
- Ensuring resilience and reliability in industrial power networks.
- Overview of arc flash: How they form, causes, and implications.
- Universally accepted method for preventing Arc Flash explosions.
- Assessment of most practical controls for specific exercises.
- Best implementation order and small group exercise.
- Successful integration of safety processes and improvements.
- Safe entry access (Ingress and Egress) and confined space precautions.
- Importance of Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) on display.
- Technologies for early detection and protection against arc flash.
- Preventing catastrophic failure and engineer harm.
- Mitigation measures for high-financial or critical risks.
- Definition and importance of "proving dead".
- When the ultimate safety step can and cannot be applied.
- Safe Access Considerations: PD monitoring, Thermography, Humidity.
- LOTO (Lock Out; Tag Out) implementation and Castell Arrangements.
- Software Platforms for SSoW & Remote racking benefits.
- Signage, SLD Engagement, and effective Toolbox Talks.
- Responsibility, accountability, Duty Holders and SAPs.
- Dynamic Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Permits to Work.
- Authoring, managing, and distributing documentation.
- Arc Flash PPE: Correct category/class assessment and proper layering.
- When to wear, when not to wear, and safety footwear.
- Real-life scenarios, PPE type comparisons, and case studies.
- Hands-on session on pre-prepared switching programs.
- Group collaboration to set strategy and plan for works.
- Classroom exercise: Drawing up documentation for SSoW process.
- Coordination, proofreading, and ensuring traceability.
- Reviewing previous days' work and pairing up to reflect.
- Applying theoretical and practical knowledge to workplace scenarios.
- Ensuring safety, colleague protection, and infrastructure resilience.
- Open discussion reinforcing learning from Day 1 to Day 3.
- Instructor-led summary of key takeaways and best practices.
- Open floor for cross-examination, final questions, and reflections.
- How the training will influence future electrical safety practices.
Who Should Attend?
This intensive program is ideal for health and safety officers, technicians, and engineers involved in the installation, operation, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical power systems.
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Health and Safety Management: Professionals experiencing the implementation and management of safety requirements on an industrial site.
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Electrical Engineers: Individuals with fundamental electrical concepts, basic understanding of switchgear, and circuit operations.
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Power System Technicians: Staff holding general understanding of industrial power distribution (HV and LV systems).
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Equipment Specialists: Those with practical exposure to electrical equipment looking to support protection systems.
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Commissioning & Testing Staff: Personnel familiar with operating, installing, testing, or finding faults in live environments.
Course Deliverables
Everything you need to implement robust safe systems of work immediately
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Certificate of Attendance
Recognized documentation of your technical safety training.
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SSoW Documentation Strategies
Ready-to-use workflows for Permits to Work, Method Statements, and Dynamic Risk Assessments.
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Comprehensive Material
Hard copies of all presentations, step-by-step guides, and engineering case studies.
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Diagnostic Risk Assessments
Frameworks to evaluate arc flash boundaries, HOC, and PPE requirement matrices.
Investment & Registration
Event Code: IL-AFES-025 | 15th – 17th July 2026 | Johannesburg - South Africa
Delegate 1
USD 1,595Book 1 delegate
Per delegate
Group
USD 1,295Book 2 to 4 delegates
Per delegate · Best Value
Corporate
USD 995Book 5 or more
Per delegate · All pricing excl. taxes
Enrollment Application
Payment is required within 5 working days of receiving the invoice. For 6+ delegates, contact us directly at training@indulead.com