Electricity powers every industry, but it also presents serious hazards if not properly managed. At OBIG Technical & Safety Academy, we provide electrical safety awareness, inspections, training, and compliance support to help organizations reduce electrical risks, protect employees, and maintain safe working environments.
Our goal is to prevent electric shock, burns, arc flash incidents, fires, equipment damage, and costly downtime through professional safety practices.
Electrical installation inspections
Distribution board inspections
Switchgear inspections
Cable and wiring inspections
Socket outlet testing
Earthing and bonding inspections
Generator electrical inspections
Industrial electrical system inspections
We perform safety testing including:
Insulation resistance testing
Earth continuity testing
Earth resistance testing
Residual Current Device (RCD) testing
Circuit breaker testing
Voltage testing
Phase sequence testing
Loop impedance testing
Electrical fault finding
We inspect and test portable electrical equipment including:
Power tools
Extension leads
Computers
Printers
Kettles
Microwaves
Office equipment
Industrial equipment
Each tested item receives:
Pass/Fail label
Test report
Inspection certificate
Maintenance recommendations
Using infrared technology we identify:
Overheated electrical connections
Loose terminals
Overloaded circuits
Failing breakers
Hot spots
Motor overheating
Transformer overheating
This helps prevent unexpected failures and fires.
Our training programs include:
Electrical Safety Awareness
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Safe Isolation Procedures
Arc Flash Awareness
Working Near Live Electrical Equipment
Electrical Hazard Identification
Emergency Response for Electrical Accidents
Electrical Risk Assessment
Training is available for:
Electricians
Maintenance personnel
Engineers
Supervisors
Contractors
Facility managers
General workers
Electric shock
Arc flash
Arc blast
Electrical burns
Fire hazards
Damaged cables
Overloaded circuits
Poor grounding
Wet working conditions
Exposed conductors
Defective equipment
Unauthorized repairs
Always:
Switch off power before maintenance.
Use lockout/tagout procedures.
Wear appropriate PPE.
Inspect tools before use.
Keep electrical panels accessible.
Report damaged equipment immediately.
Use insulated tools.
Maintain safe working distances.
Follow approved procedures.
Only allow competent persons to perform electrical work.
Recommended PPE includes:
Electrical insulated gloves
Arc-rated clothing
Safety helmet
Face shield
Safety glasses
Dielectric safety boots
Hearing protection
Insulated mats
Construction
Manufacturing
Oil & Gas
Renewable Energy
Commercial Buildings
Data Centres
Hospitals
Schools
Hotels
Warehouses
Power Plants
Mining
Telecommunications
Experienced safety professionals
High-quality inspection services
Reliable testing equipment
Detailed inspection reports
Compliance-focused solutions
Practical safety training
Fast response times
Commitment to safety and quality
We believe every workplace should be free from preventable electrical hazards. Through professional inspections, testing, training, and continuous improvement, OBIG Technical & Safety Academy helps organizations build a safer, more reliable, and compliant electrical environment.
Whether you need an electrical inspection, safety training, portable appliance testing (PAT), thermal imaging, or compliance support, our team is ready to help. Contact OBIG Technical & Safety Academy today to schedule an assessment and improve the safety of your workplace.