RCD Testing Course

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Learn How To Test Residual Current Devices to AS/NZS 3760

Residual current device (RCDs) are also known as Earth Leakage Circuit Breakers, Residual Current Circuit Breakers and Safety Switches.

RCDs are important safety devices. They are widely recognised as being highly effective in preventing injuries and fatalities that can result from electric shock incidents. However, they are often overlooked when testing and tagging programs are developed or implemented. This is often due to the false belief current overload devices, such as circuit breakers or fuses, perform the same safety function.

Including residual current device testing in your testing and tagging skill set not only adds value to what you do but further enhances your ability to improve workplace safety.

This RCD testing course covers several approved methods you can use to test RCDs according to the requirements of AS/NZS 3760.

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RCD Safety switch testing course

What Is Covered

  • What are Residual Current Devices

  • Different types of Residual Current Devices

  • How to test fixed and portable Residual Current Devices

  • Outcomes from testing

  • Some tips to help you with the testing

Is this course suitable for your State/Territory?

Some Quick FAQs About This Course

This cover covers the testing of RCDs in accordance with AS/NZS 3760

  1. What are RCDs (portable and fixed)
  2. Overview of how RCDs work
  3. Testing of RCDs
  4. Outcome from testing

On some sites a temporary power supply may be present which is protected with RCDs – for example many construction sites. This course provides the skill set required to correctly test these RCDs however some sites and jurisdictions may require this to only be performed by persons holding an electrical license such as electricians, electrical inspectors etc.

This course does not cover RCDs used in medical applications or installations.

This online course is self-paced and does not have a start date. Once your registration is completed you can log in and get started immediately.

You go at your own pace in your own time. As a general guide, most students take about 90 minutes to complete.

You have 60 days to complete the course.

You do not have to complete the course in one session. You can log in any time of the day and pick up at exactly where you last left off to continue your learning. It is also possible to go back over any lessons you have already completed.

To access the course you will need a reliable internet connection and a computer / laptop / tablet.
During the course you will see demonstrations on how to test RCDs using different methods and equipment.
It is not necessary to any of this equipment while you are doing the course however if you have any it means you can practice the procedures you see demonstrated as you work through each of the lessons.

You do not need any electrical qualification or training to do this course. We will teach you what you need to know.

The course does include some electrical theory but it is of a basic level. If you get stuck anywhere, your tutor is available to help you.

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Meet Your Trainer

John is recognised as an expert in the test and tag industry. This is due to his extensive and broad experience that began during 2004. At this time he was a member of his local VicSES (State Emergency Service) unit and was responsible for their equipment maintenance. As you can imagine, the reliability of emergency safety equipment is vital and John learned a lot about appliance testing and electrical testing in general as part of this role.

During 2007 John founded ACME Test and Tagging to provide test and tag services to workplaces across the Greater Melbourne area. Starting from scratch with no leads, no clients and no revenue, he quickly built a thriving business mainly due to his dedication to the core values of being fair, friendly and reliable.

Since starting the training programs during 2015 he has helped hundreds of people just like you to become test and tag certified. Now you can complete his online test and tag course, anywhere across Australia.

Course Info: Dates & Details, Short Course Info, RCD Testing Course, 3 Phase Testing Course,  Plug Top Replacement Course, Support Program

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