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High Voltage Switchgear Operation and Field Maintenance

High voltage switchgear demands respect, correct operation and disciplined maintenance to remain safe and reliable. This programme covers the construction, operation and upkeep of common switchgear types found in substations and large installations. Delegates build the confidence to operate and maintain equipment while managing the serious hazards involved.

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What you will be able to do

  • Describe the construction and operation of common high voltage switchgear.
  • Follow safe operating and switching procedures for substations.
  • Inspect switchgear for signs of ageing, gas loss and contamination.
  • Plan routine maintenance and functional checks for switchgear.
  • Diagnose common switchgear faults and defects.
  • Manage insulating media and interlocks safely.

Course outline

  1. 01Switchgear types and insulating media
  2. 02Busbars, isolators and earth switches
  3. 03Interlocking and operating safety
  4. 04Switching procedures and permits
  5. 05Inspection and condition assessment
  6. 06Gas and vacuum interrupter checks
  7. 07Routine maintenance tasks
  8. 08Fault finding and defect handling
  9. 09Records and asset condition reporting

Who should attend

Substation technicians, high voltage operators, maintenance engineers and commissioning staff working with switchgear and substation equipment.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendarRegister
28 Sep to 2 Oct 2026Nairobi5US$1,800Closed
5 to 9 Oct 2026Dar es Salaam5US$1,800Register
12 to 16 Oct 2026Lusaka5US$1,800Register
19 to 23 Oct 2026Harare5US$1,800Register
26 to 30 Oct 2026Accra5US$1,800Register
2 to 6 Nov 2026Lagos5US$1,800Register
9 to 13 Nov 2026Dubai5US$1,800Register
16 to 20 Nov 2026Johannesburg5R18,000Register
23 to 27 Nov 2026Cape Town5R18,000Register
30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026Durban5R18,000Register
7 to 11 Dec 2026Pretoria5R18,000Register

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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