BA5 – Electrical Safety – qualified electricians

Summary

BA5 training is intended for qualified employees who actively work on or with electrical installations and carry responsibility for these activities. Participants develop the knowledge and skills required to assess electrical risks, apply the relevant AREI requirements and safely prepare and perform electrical work. The training also covers work procedures, protective measures, supervision of BA4 personnel and appropriate action in the event of an electrical incident.

Target Audience

• Qualified electricians and electrical technicians who work on or with electrical installations
• Employees responsible for preparing, performing or supervising electrical work
• Employees who may be responsible for supervising BA4 personnel

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Analyse electrical hazards and assess risks in different work situations
• Interpret and apply the relevant AREI requirements and safety procedures
• Safely prepare and carry out work on electrical installations
• Apply appropriate protective measures and use PPE correctly
• Perform an LMRA and correctly apply work permits
• Supervise BA4 personnel and provide appropriate safety instructions
• Respond correctly to electrical incidents and accidents

Additional information

Based on this attestation and the employee's competence and specific work situation, the employer can designate the employee as BA5-qualified.