Gate Safe - Electric Gate Safety Course

Who is this Electric Gate Safety Course for?

This course is designed for anyone who works with electric gates from electrical contractors to maintenance managers. You will need to have a basic understanding of electrical installation and how these types of systems are installed.

Why take the Course?

With an increase in automated gate technology over recent years it is important that installers are able to show they understand the risks involved and ensure electric gates are installed correctly. This not only saves lives but will reduce the chances of legal proceedings for injuries or deaths that result from poorly installed electric gates.

As part of the course you will receive:

• Personalised Gate Safe aware logo
• Company added to the Gate Safe Aware Installers map
• Gate Safe ID card
• Check a trade discount
• Telephone support
• IOSH Certificate
• Gate Safe Aware technical hand book and updates as they become relevant
• Access to the Gate Safe Aware Installers members area – contains high quality downloadable documents to help with electric gate safety

Delegates who successfully pass the course receive an IOSH approved certificate, access to the Gate Safe Aware Installers logo and a comprehensive training reference manual.

The half-day course covers:

The Gate Safe Aware Installer course lasts four hours.

• Scope and nature of legislation and standards relevant to automated gate safety
• Implications of failure to install equipment to the required standard
• Risk Assessment protocol
• Styles and configurations of different gates and associated risks
• Details of recommended safety features and correct installation guidance
• Additional safety considerations
• Importance of maintenance
• Practical examples of good and bad practice

The Gate Safe Aware Installer course lasts four hours.

Exams

The course finishes with a half an hour multiple choice exam.