Electrical Safety Card SFS 6002

Course Information

The Electrical Safety Card was created to improve safety in multi-contractor work environments.

This SFS 6002 online training is intended for anyone working in electrical tasks, studying the field, or handling electrical systems and devices. It is especially designed for professionals performing electrical work, electrical supervisors, designers, operational specialists, and even non-electricians who work near electricity or want to deepen their understanding of electrical safety.

Completing the training is mandatory for all working in the electrical field – including supervisors, maintenance and operation personnel, planners, and instructors. The course provides official certification that meets the requirements of the Electrical Safety Act and the SFS 6002 standard, and it is essential for ensuring safe electrical work.

This training is crucial because it helps participants recognize electrical hazards and understand how to manage risks effectively. It provides comprehensive instruction on safe working methods and regulations, helping protect workers from accidents and promoting workplace safety.

The Electrical Safety Card is valid for five years and requires successful course completion. The flexible online format makes it easy to study remotely.

Course Content

The SFS 6002 training covers the fundamentals of electrical safety based on the Finnish Standards Association’s SFS 6002 standard. Topics include:

● Electrical hazards and risks
● Regulations and legal requirements related to electrical safety
● Safe working methods and equipment
● Electrical tools and personal protective equipment
● Emergency and exceptional situations
● Organization of electrical safety and roles of responsible persons

Expanded Content Overview

The course is divided into three parts, each providing detailed information and practical guidance on various aspects of electrical safety.

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Module 1: Electrical Safety and Its Importance

In the first section, we focus on the basic principles of electrical safety and their importance. Topics include:

• Introduction to SFS 6002 and its relevance
• Legal requirements and 5-year validity
• Accident prevention: understanding the “electricity kills” principle
• Common deviations and safety breaches
• Electrical accidents and emergency response
• Accident statistics and what we can learn from them

Goal: To ensure participants understand the significance of electrical safety and can work safely.

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Module 2: Safe Work on Electrical Sites

The second section discusses electrical site safety requirements and practices. Topics include:

• Safe distances: definitions and practices
• Managing electrical work: responsibilities and procedures
• Principles and practices of safe electrical work
• Occupational safety instructions and regulations
• EU-level standards overview
• Inspection procedures and documentation

Goal: To provide tools for understanding safety requirements on electrical worksites and implementing safe practices.

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Module 3: Voltage, De-energizing, and Fuse Replacement

The third section covers safe working with voltages and power outages, as well as replacing fuses. Topics include:

• Managing electrical voltage safely
• Working in de-energized conditions and disconnection principles
• Safe fuse replacement
• Specific risks and requirements for replacement work
• Responsibilities of professionals and supervised persons
• Temporary work interruptions and how to handle them safely

Goal: To ensure participants understand the basics of safe operations and recognize situations requiring specialist competence.

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Exercises and Learning Assessment

Each module includes tasks where participants reflect and respond to questions.

• Free-text fields for deeper reflection
• Submission review before course approval
• Preliminary approval granted upon full completion

These tasks are a vital part of the learning process and help reinforce key concepts.

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This training provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential to ensure safe and efficient work in electrical tasks.

Expert Instructor

Helena Orasvuo, a seasoned electrical expert and instructor, leads the course. With decades of experience as CEO of an electrical engineering firm and a professional trainer, Helena brings both in-depth knowledge and practical teaching methods. Her trainings are among the most respected in the field.

We work with the best instructors in the industry. Quality and course content matter to us, and we want participants to enjoy their experience and return year after year. Our courses receive an average rating of 4.6 / 5 from customers.

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