Overview

Every year, 'isolated' equipment that wasn't properly isolated injures hundreds of construction workers. The common factor? Someone thought 'switched off' meant 'safe. It doesn't.

Proper isolation of plant equipment is critical for preventing serious injuries and fatalities during maintenance and repair operations.

This course provides essential knowledge on safe isolation procedures, legal compliance requirements, and industry best practices through expert-led video content interactive activities for decision-making practice, and step-by-step process guides that break down complex procedures into manageable stages.

Objectives

At the end of the course, trainees will be able to:

• identify the different types of energy sources requiring isolation in construction plant equipment
• evaluate the risks associated with inadequate isolation procedures and their potential consequences
• apply the correct isolation procedures for various types of plant equipment according to UK regulations and standards.