Solar Awareness for Tradespeople

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Free Online Short Course!

Solar power systems are everywhere these days. Navigating solar safely for construction and repairs is critical for tradies.

This 2 hour short course is for tradespeople with little to no solar experience, and is recommended for new worker and site inductions.

Students learn how to identify hazards and work safely on sites with a solar power system.  In addition, they may recognise unsafe or non compliant solar systems on the job site.  Workers can then escalate a potential issue and request a solar inspection.

The course refers to AS/NZS safety requirements and includes modules on:

  • Introduction to Solar Safety
  • Solar modules and inverters
  • Protection devices;
  • Cables and earthing;
  • PV signage & Labels
  • Energy storage systems.

For more in-depth reading material on safety around installed solar power, students can also download a PDF copy of the 47-page Solar Awareness for Tradespeople informational report.

 

Prerequisites

There is no assumed knowledge for this course.

Course Outline

This interactive online course teaches about the basic function and components of a solar power system, focusing on potential hazards to a tradesperson working on a site with a previously installed solar system. The course presents information on the following areas:

  • Solar safety;
  • Solar modules and inverters;
  • Protection devices;
  • Cables and earthing;
  • PV signage; and
  • Energy storage systems.

More in-depth information on how a solar power system works is provided in the GSES course Solar Power System Fundamentals.

Training Outcome

Students can download a GSES certificate of completion stating they have completed the Solar Awareness for Tradespeople course.

Materials and Equipment

A computer, laptop, tablet, or phone with reliable internet access is required.

Delivery Method and Duration

Delivery Method
Delivery is online comprising video content, theory, and short quizzes at the end of each topic. Tutor support is available if required.

Duration
This online course is self-paced. We estimate it may take approximately 2 hours to complete, however this can vary. Course access is valid for 12 months.

Cancellation and Refunds

A full refund is available within 14 days of purchase, on the condition that the student/s have not yet logged into the student portal. Due to the online nature of the course, no refunds are possible once the course has been accessed on the student portal.

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Description

Important Enrolment Information
This course uses Auto-Enrol, which means students gain immediate access to the full course upon enrolment. Because the enrolment process is completed automatically, please note the following to ensure correct enrolment:

If you are only enrolling yourself in this course, do not tick the “Purchase for someone else” box. Your account on this website, created during checkout or a previous purchase, will provide the details required for your automatic account creation on our student training portal. You will receive course login details via email within a few minutes after purchase.
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If you experience any technical issues during enrolment, please contact the GSES office on training@gses.com.au or +61 2 9024 5312. Staff will be available to assist during business hours only (AEST/AEDT). Note that tax invoices are issued manually, which may take a few working days from enrolment.
Course Content
This course teaches about the basic function and components of a solar power system, focusing on potential hazards to a tradesperson working on a site with a previously installed solar system. More in-depth information on how a solar power system works is provided in the GSES course Solar Power System Fundamentals.
Delivery Mode
Delivery is online comprising video content, theory, and short quizzes.
Duration
This online course is self-paced. We estimate it may take approximately 2-4 hours to complete, however this can vary. Course access is valid for 12 months.
Assumed Knowledge
There is no assumed knowledge for this course. Tutor support is available if required.
Required Materials
A computer, laptop, tablet, or phone with reliable internet access.
Outcome of Successful Completion
Students will receive a GSES certificate of completion stating they have completed the Solar Awareness for Tradespeople course. Upon completion, CEC (Clean Energy Council) accredited designers/installers will be eligible for 25 CPD points.
Cancellations and Refunds
A full refund is available within 14 days of purchase, on the condition that the student/s have not yet logged into the student portal. Due to the online nature of the course, no refunds are possible once the course has been accessed on the student portal.

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