Hazardous Areas Awareness, Non-Electrical Workers
You do not need to be an electrician to work near an explosive atmosphere safely. You just need to know what you are looking at.
GST inclusive
Course Overview
A foundational course for anyone who enters or works around hazardous areas without holding electrical qualifications, including cleaners, HSE personnel, supervisors, tradespeople and management. Learn what makes an area hazardous, how it is classified, and the safe work practices that keep everyone out of trouble.
Entry Requirements
- No prerequisites, designed specifically for non-electrical personnel
- Suitable whether you are new to the industry or refreshing your understanding
Learning Outcomes
- Define what makes an area hazardous and why it matters.
- Understand hazardous area classifications and zone types.
- Recognise ignition sources and control measures.
- Understand your responsibilities as a worker or manager on site.
Course Content
This is a non-accredited short course. Participants receive a Statement of Attendance, not a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.
View the full course outline
- Hazardous area principles and classifications
- Substances and ignition risks
- Legal and ethical responsibilities of workers and employers
- Safe work practices and site-specific requirements
What you need to know before you enrol.
Assessment Methods
Interactive knowledge checks embedded throughout the online modules, including videos, case studies and quizzes.
RPL & Credit Transfer
Not applicable. This is a non-accredited short course with no formal RPL pathway.
Fees & Refund Policy
Per our Refund and Payment Policy.
USI Requirement
Not required. This is a non-accredited course and does not issue a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.
Language, Literacy & Numeracy
Designed to be accessible to non-electrical workers, so no specific LLN barrier is expected.
Access, Equity & Support
Need support accessing the online platform? Contact us. Our Student Handbook sets out our access, equity, complaints and appeals policies in full.
Certification & Issuance
Statement of Attendance issued on successful completion of the course. Issuance can take up to 10 days. If you need it sooner, you must tell us prior to enrolment.
What To Bring
Nothing, this course is 100% online with immediate access to all materials.
Prerequisites
None.
Cancellation & Rescheduling
Notice is required to cancel or reschedule without a fee.
Funding & Subsidies
No funding or subsidies are available for this course.