Safe Operations &
Maintenance of Circuit
Breakers & Switchgears

Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Maintenance Training Course provides a detailed and practical understanding of the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of medium- and high-voltage switchgear systems. As electrical networks evolve and utilities transition toward greener technologies, maintenance personnel must remain fully up to date with the latest circuit breaker designs, protection philosophies, and environmentally responsible switching media such as modern green gas alternatives. This training course highlights the technological advancements that are reshaping electrical installations and reinforces safe operational practices to prevent equipment failures, hazards, and system instability.

This Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Safe Operations Training Course equips participants with essential knowledge to ensure that circuit breakers, switchgear assemblies, and associated control equipment are safely installed, thoroughly understood, and correctly maintained. Delegates will explore operating principles across various breaker types, including vacuum and SF6 technologies, and will develop the ability to identify faults before they escalate into major failures. Troubleshooting methods, interpretation of single-line diagrams, and the application of modern diagnostic tools are presented in practical and accessible formats.

By completing this comprehensive course, professionals gain the confidence to perform safe operations, evaluate system abnormalities, and apply structured maintenance procedures that safeguard equipment integrity and operational continuity. The course prepares participants to maintain a reliable electrical installation through improved decision-making, hazard awareness, and application of modern testing instruments.

This section outlines the core outcomes participants will achieve as part of the Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Maintenance Training Course, enabling them to apply safe operational practices and perform maintenance with greater accuracy and confidence. The goals ensure a balanced understanding of breaker types, testing equipment, and common failure mechanisms while supporting improved safety across electrical installations.

By the end of this Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Safe Operations Training Course, participants will be able to:

• Understand operating principles of low, medium, and high-voltage circuit breakers
• Identify switchgear components and analyse their functional behaviour
• Apply correct testing techniques using industry-standard diagnostic instruments
• Evaluate common electrical faults and implement safe corrective actions
• Strengthen confidence in operating, inspecting, and maintaining circuit breakers and switchgears
• Interpret single-line diagrams to trace equipment connections and system layouts
• Enhance maintenance routines to prevent failures and ensure operational continuity
• Recognise failure symptoms, analyse root causes, and adopt preventive strategies

This Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Safe Operations Training Course is developed for professionals responsible for the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical systems. Whether overseeing plant operations, performing field maintenance, or conducting routine inspections, participants will benefit from strengthened understanding of equipment behaviour, safety requirements, and troubleshooting processes.

This course will greatly benefit:

• Electricians responsible for equipment operation and routine inspections
• Electrical supervisors overseeing maintenance teams and switchgear installations
• Plant electricians handling operational continuity and system protection
• Operations and maintenance engineers and technicians supporting electrical reliability
• Maintenance technicians engaged in fault identification and corrective interventions

This Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Maintenance Training Course is delivered through a structured learning approach that blends theoretical insight with applied technical practice. Participants engage in discussions, demonstrations, and guided analysis of circuit breaker technologies, ensuring concepts are reinforced through real-world scenarios. Interactive learning encourages delegates to raise questions, collaborate with peers, and connect course topics with their workplace responsibilities.

The instructional approach includes:

• Instructor-led presentations supported by visual diagrams and examples
• Review of modern breaker technologies including vacuum and green-gas alternatives
• Guided interpretation of electrical drawings and component classifications
• Demonstrations of diagnostic tools and maintenance procedures
• Group discussions and wrap-up sessions to address specific operational challenges

• AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course