Cables and joints
Jointing polymer-insulated and paper-insulated cables: depending on the agreed module, the focus is on straight-through joints, branch joints and end caps.
For cable jointing and network operations teams.
Training · low voltage
Live working training in Remscheid
Training in live working (German: Arbeiten unter Spannung, AuS) at RBS builds on the existing qualifications of electrically skilled persons. At our competence centre in Remscheid, we combine theory and assessments with practical exercises for selected low-voltage tasks.
Enquire about training- Who it is for
- Electrically skilled persons
- Structure
- Theory and practice
- Focus
- Low voltage
Who is live working training for?
This training is intended for electrically skilled persons who already master the relevant tasks on de-energised equipment. Participants may work in energy supply, cable jointing or electrical maintenance. Suitable modules depend on their tasks and previous experience.
Live working training provides additional, task-specific skills. It does not replace initial vocational training in electrical engineering.
Theory that prepares you for practical work
Recognising electrical hazards, understanding work instructions and selecting appropriate protective measures form the foundation of live working training. Topics include personal protective equipment, insulated tools, protective equipment and aids, and checking them before use.
Further topics cover preparing, carrying out and completing the planned tasks, as well as accident response and the emergency response chain. The theory assessment leads into the agreed practical training modules.
Training tailored to your tasks
What you practise at RBS
The theoretical foundations and assessment are followed by practical training modules. The key question is which tasks your electrically skilled persons will carry out at work. These examples from our course documents show possible areas of focus; we agree suitable working methods and the scope with you.
Meters and terminals
Selected tasks at metering points, such as work on single-phase and three-phase meters and their terminals. The selection depends on the tasks to be performed at work.
For electrically skilled persons working with metering equipment.
Installations and connections
Exercises on simulated installations may cover cable and conductor connections, service connection boxes and fuse components.
For operations and maintenance teams.
Your working methods guide the training.
On request, we incorporate your company’s work instructions, accessories and materials so that exercises reflect the tasks participants will carry out.
Inside the RBS competence centre
See practical training in action
Original photographs from our training materials show cable work and the use of tools at the training station.
Clarify prerequisites before registering
Please describe your employees’ electrical qualifications, practical experience and planned tasks. Together, we clarify the evidence and training modules required for participation.
The workplace requirements for subsequent deployment must be clarified separately from training arrangements. RBS can help with questions about work instructions and the organisation of live working.
Training records and work in your company
Which tasks have been practised, and how will they be documented? Before registering, discuss with RBS which records your company needs and whether an existing live working training record (AuS-Pass) should be taken into account. This allows the training scope and required records to be agreed together.
Training is one element of preparation for subsequent work. Company procedures, the intended working methods and the assignment of employees to tasks need to be addressed separately.
Live working for electrical professionals who issue work instructions
Electrical professionals who issue instructions for live working need a different perspective from those performing the work. The focus is on preparing the work assignment, responsibilities and organisational requirements. The available seminar materials provide an overview of these topics. Please agree the current course scope directly with RBS.
Location, scope and dates
Training takes place at the RBS competence centre, Ludwigstraße 39, 42853 Remscheid, Germany. We agree the scope, dates and proposal with you personally. Please include the topic, number of participants, previous experience and preferred dates in your enquiry.
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Frequently asked questions
What does AuS mean?Show answerHide answer
AuS is the German abbreviation for Arbeiten unter Spannung, meaning live working. RBS live working training prepares electrically skilled persons for selected tasks on energised low-voltage equipment.
Can I attend without previous electrical training?Show answerHide answer
Live working training is intended for electrically skilled persons with experience of the relevant tasks on de-energised equipment. It is not an introductory course for people without electrical qualifications.
How long does live working training take?Show answerHide answer
The duration depends on the selected theoretical and practical modules. RBS agrees the required scope with you before registration.