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EN 60204-1 Machinery Electrical Safety - One Day

Ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable electrical systems for machinery.

Course Objective

This intensive one-day course provides a clear and practical introduction to EN 60204-1, the key standard for the electrical equipment of machinery. Designed for engineers, designers, maintenance personnel, and anyone involved in machinery safety, the training explains the requirements of the standard and how to apply them to achieve compliance, improve safety, and support UKCA/CE marking.

Course Content

Throughout the day, delegates will gain insight into:

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  • UKCA / CE Marking – Understanding the directives and regulations that apply to machinery electrical systems.

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  • Types of Standards – How different categories of standards are used and why they matter.

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  • Isolation Requirements – Ensuring safe disconnection and maintenance procedures.

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  • Protection Against Electric Shock – Key measures to safeguard users and operators.

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  • Earth Bonding – Principles and best practices for protective earthing.

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  • Control Circuits & Functions – Design considerations for safe and reliable control systems.

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  • Control Gear Location & Mounting – Placement and installation for optimum performance and safety.

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  • Wiring Practices – Correct methods for routing, connecting, and securing wiring.

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  • Equipment Marking – Essential labelling requirements for compliance and maintenance.

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  • Technical Documentation – Preparing and maintaining the necessary electrical documentation.

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  • Testing & Verification – Final checks to ensure conformity with EN 60204-1.

Who Should Attend

  • Electrical Engineers & Designers – involved in designing or modifying the electrical equipment of machinery to meet EN 60204-1 requirements

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  • Control Panel Builders & Integrators – responsible for constructing and wiring control panels and ensuring compliance with safety standards

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  • Machine Builders & OEMs – manufacturers who design and deliver machines for the European market under the Machinery Directive

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  • Maintenance & Service Technicians – maintaining or troubleshooting machinery electrical systems to ensure continued compliance and safe operation

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  • Health & Safety Managers – overseeing workplace safety and ensuring adherence to EU directives and CE marking requirements

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  • Project & Commissioning Engineers – responsible for installing, testing, and validating machinery electrical equipment​​

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  • Automation & Controls Engineers – programming and integrating electrical controls for machinery

COST

£325 +VAT PER DELEGATE

Secure your place today and gain the expertise to achieve EN 60204-1 compliance with confidence.

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