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Electrical Switchgear and Transformer Maintenance

Unreliable switchgear and transformers threaten both production and safety on African sites already strained by unstable grid supply. This programme covers the routine maintenance and testing of low and medium voltage switchgear, circuit breakers and distribution transformers. Delegates learn the inspection, testing and safe working practices that keep power distribution equipment dependable and reduce the risk of arc flash incidents.

What you will be able to do

  • Describe the construction and duties of switchgear and distribution transformers.
  • Carry out routine inspection and servicing of circuit breakers and panels.
  • Perform insulation, contact resistance and transformer oil tests.
  • Recognise signs of overheating, partial discharge and insulation ageing.
  • Apply safe isolation and arc flash precautions during electrical work.
  • Plan switchgear and transformer maintenance intervals from condition data.

Course outline

  1. 01Switchgear and transformer fundamentals
  2. 02Circuit breaker inspection and servicing
  3. 03Insulation and contact resistance testing
  4. 04Transformer oil and condition testing
  5. 05Overheating and insulation ageing signs
  6. 06Safe isolation and arc flash control
  7. 07Maintenance intervals and records

Who should attend

Electrical artisans, electricians, maintenance engineers and technicians responsible for switchgear, circuit breakers and transformers.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Cape Town3R13,000
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Online3US$900
7 to 9 Sep 2026Mozambique3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Cairo3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Accra3US$1,500
28 to 30 Sep 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
5 to 7 Oct 2026Kigali3US$1,500
12 to 14 Oct 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Durban3R13,000
26 to 28 Oct 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
9 to 11 Nov 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026Dubai3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Lagos3US$1,500
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Harare3US$1,500
7 to 9 Dec 2026Kampala3US$1,500
14 to 16 Dec 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026Pretoria3R13,000

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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