This course deals withthe requirements of BS7909: 2023 – The Code of Practice for the creation and operation of Temporary Electrical Systems for Entertainment and Related Purposes. BS7909 is used in a huge range of events beyond the scope of the IEE Regulations. The Standard outlines the necessary management arrangements and the required range of electrical supplies, heavy-duty flexible cables and portable distribution units needed.
The systems used range from very simple to highly complex and the Standard gives recommendations for all temporary electrical systems.
Key Benefits:
To provide a knowledge and understanding of BS7909: 2023-The Code of Practice for the creation andoperation of Temporary Electrical Systems for Entertainment and Related Purposes.
Candidate Suitability:
The course is intended for all those involved in the design, installation, testing and verification of temporary electrical systems that are required to comply with BS7909 and are required to be the competent and responsible person. Previous experience and an understanding of BS7671 is necessary to gain maximum benefit from this course. Qualification in BS7671, 18th edition would be an advantage but not essential.
Course Elements
- Relationship of BS7909:2023 to other relevant standards
- Requirements for Competent and Responsible Persons
- Requirements for Hand over
- Understanding of Direct and Indirect contact
- Earthing and Equipotential Bonding
- Automatic disconnection of Supply
- Simple and Complex systems
- Connector type and use
- Cable selection and use
- Installation Practises
- CalculatingVolts Drop
- Understandingof Ze and Zs and their relevance
- Problem solving
- Requirements for inspection and testing
- Reporting and Hand over
- System design
- Protective devices
- System testing and verification
- Certification
Course duration
Two days
Training Method
Classroom based
Course Outcome/Qualification
Candidates who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Define aspects of the British Standard
- Identify and locate issues in existing systems
- Describe and discuss problem solving and future plans with colleagues in relation to the standard
- Choose equipment suitable for purpose
- Make informed cable choice
- Design, install, test, verify andcertifya temporary electrical system to the standard required
On successful completion the leaner will receive a certificate in the Requirements for Temporary Electrical Installations (BS7909:2023) in the elements listed above.
