BESC AME Overhead Lines

Learning Outcomes

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

• Identify and understand risks associated with overhead electrical lines
• Apply safe procedures to access, move within, and exit overhead line areas
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and industry safety requirements
• Demonstrate competence in electrical safety awareness specific to overhead line work

The course combines theoretical understanding with practical exercises, ensuring participants can demonstrate competence in real-world scenarios. Key topics include:

Understanding Overhead Line Hazards

• Types of overhead line systems and voltages
• Common electrical hazards: arcing, impressed voltages, and contact risks
• Environmental factors affecting overhead line safety

Safe Access, Movement, and Egress

• Approved entry and exit procedures
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for overhead line work
• Emergency response and evacuation protocols

Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards

• Relevant legislation and regulatory compliance
• Industry best practices for working near live and isolated overhead lines
• BESC and EUSR assessment criteria

Practical Skills and Competence

• Risk assessment and hazard control in overhead line environments
• Safe working procedures in operational sites
• Demonstration of awareness and application of electrical safety rules