Level-I

Safe Handling of High Voltage Systems in Motor Vehicles

Level-1 training is Online course that must be done by the technician or the person attending the course.

Duration:

2 – 4 hours

Contents:

This is an online training.
Following topics will be covered in Level-1 training:

  • Layout of high voltage system

  • Danger of Electric current

  • Accident prevention measures

  • First aid measures for accidents in the electrotechnology field 

  • Technical safeguards

Note:

This training has to be completed in order to continue the Level-2 training

Level-II

Training as Qualified Electrician for HV Systems in Motor Vehicles 

Level-2 training is Instructor-led traditional classroom training for this level.

Duration:

2.5 Days

Contents:

Following topics will be covered in Level-2 training. This is an in-person training

  • Protective measures

  • Technical and managerial responsibility

  • Staff qualifications in electrical engineering

  • Use of HV system in motor vehicles: Introduction, concepts, measurements, component ex-change

Note:

Successful completions involves examination at the end of the course to be eligible for Level 3 training

Level-III

Live Working for Qualified Electricians for HV Systems in Motor Vehicles

Level-3 training is traditional classroom training

Duration:

2.5 Days

Contents:

Following topics will be covered in Level-2 training. This is an in-person training

  • Accident statistics

  • Terminology for working under live conditions

  • Problems in automotive engineering

  • Regulations and standards

  • Implementation in the company

  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools

  • Conduct in the event of accidents

  • Preparation for practical training

  • Practical training

Note:

Successful completions involves examination at the end of the course to be eligible for Level 3 training

TUV Level 3

High Voltage Training

The transit industry is evolving, with constant advancements in technology. TUV Level 3 training ensures that professionals are up-to-date with the latest developments in high-voltage systems, allowing transit agencies to adopt new technologies safely and efficiently.

TUV Level 3 High Voltage Training in the transit industry is a specialized and advanced program designed to equip professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to work safely and efficiently with high-voltage systems in transit vehicles.

Level I

Safe Handling of High Voltage Systems in Motor Vehicles

Level II

Training as Qualified Electrician for HV Systems in Motor Vehicles

Level III

Live Working for Qualified Electricians for HV Systems in Motor Vehicles

Pos.

Description

Qty.

Unit

Purpose

Mand.

Opt.

Alternative

Operational

1

Gloves, rubber, (long-)sleeved,
Class 0 (1000V)

1

pair

Protection against electric shock

X

0

Gloves, short-sleeved, + Rubber Sleeves

Always (shoulder to wrist rubber sleeves recommended if distance to conductive parts cannot be kept

2

Gloves, leather (or non-synthetic),Top-Layer

1

pair

"Mechanical protection" of rubber gloves

X

0

None

Always

3

Gloves, fabric (cotton), thin, snugfit (Base Layer)

1

pair

"Anti-Sweat"/"Anti-Slip" inner glove

0

X

Cotton, wool, silk

Comfort

4

Hard Hat (No-Vent, Arc Rated)

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

X

0

Soft-Hat (Arc Rated)

Always

5

Face shield with Chin Protector (Arc Rated)

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

X

0

Face Shield + Balaclava

Always

6

Hearing Protection (Muffs/Canal Inserts)

1

pair

Bang Trauma Protection (arc flash)

0

X

None

Recommended

7

Shirt, longsleeve, fireproof (FP)/fire retardant (FR), Base Layer

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

X

0

None

Always

8

Garment, longsleeve, FP/FR (Arc Rated), Top Layer

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

X

0

None

Always

9

Apron, rubber, insulated, Class 00

1

ea

Protection against electric shock

0

X

None

If distance to parts of the car is not feasible / e.g.: technician leans against Bodywork

10

(Under-) pants, long, FP/FR (Base Layer)

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

0

X

None

Highly recommended

11

Trousers, long, FP/FR (Top-Layer)

1

ea

Arc-flash Protection

X

0

None / AR-rated Apron

Always

12

Work-Boots, high, non-synthetic

1

pair

General Protection / Arc-flash Protection

X

0

None

Always

13

Over-Boots, rubber, insulated

1

pair

Protection against electric shock

0

X

None

Always