Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (Elektrofachkraft)
Become a recognised Elektrofachkraft in Germany. This online course covers electrical safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and DGUV-compliant working practices. Ideal for technicians, safety officers, and career starters. Expand your expertise and strengthen your career in electrical engineering.
Course Overview of Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout
Imagine a technician working on a switchgear panel — without properly securing the system beforehand. A split-second action. Then an accident. Electrical accidents are among the most common causes of serious workplace injuries in Germany's commercial sector. According to DGUV statistics, thousands of workers are injured by electric current every year — and many of these accidents could have been prevented through clear safety procedures.
This is exactly where this course steps in. The Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (Elektrofachkraft) course provides you with the knowledge and practical skills you need to work safely with electrical systems. You will learn how to identify hazards, correctly apply safety procedures, and fulfil your legal obligations as a qualified electrician (Elektrofachkraft) in Germany. Whether you are new to the field or looking to refresh your knowledge as an experienced professional — this course was developed specifically for the German labour market.
The course covers all relevant topics: from the fundamentals of electrical engineering to current DGUV regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and emergency measures. You will also gain a thorough understanding of the requirements for qualified electricians (EFK), electrically instructed persons (EuP), and related qualification pathways. By the end of the course, you will be well prepared for your responsibilities in electrical safety — and clearly ahead on the job market.

Learning Objectives
Course Curriculum
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Grundlagen der Elektrotechnik
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Elektrische Gefahren & Einwirkung auf den menschlichen Körper
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Schutzmaßnahmen & Systemgestaltung
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Sichere Betriebsgrundsätze
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Nationale Sicherheitsgesetze
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DGUV-Vorschriften
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Technische Normen
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Rechtliche Verantwortlichkeit, Haftung & Dokumentation
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Die Fünf Sicherheitsregeln
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Elektrische Prüfungen & Inspektionen
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Sichere Arbeitsumgebungen & Arbeiten an unter Spannung stehenden Anlagen
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Praktische Kompetenz: Werkzeuge, Ausrüstung & sicheres Verhalten
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Energieisolierung & Gefahrenidentifikation
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Lockout/Tagout-Programmstruktur
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Deutsche LOTO-Umsetzung
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Praktische LOTO-Szenarien & Fallstudien
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Rollenspezifische Qualifikationspfade
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Gefährdungsbeurteilung & Sicherheitsdokumentation
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Hochspannung & zukünftige Technologien
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Notfallmaßnahmen, Erste Hilfe & Vorfallmanagement
Who is this course suitable for?
Requirements
Career opportunities
Certification information