2 day course exploring the thermal imaging requirements as established by the 2023 NFPA 70B

Day 1: Introduction to Electrical Thermal Imaging

7:00 - 8:00 am: Registration and Welcome

• Welcome address

• Introduction to the course

• Safety briefing

8:00 - 9:30 am: The Basics of Thermal Imaging

• Introduction to infrared radiation

• Basics of thermal cameras

• Difference between regular and thermal imaging

9:30 - 9:45 am: Morning Break

9:45 am - 11:15 pm: Applications in Electrical Systems

• Overview of electrical system failures

• Importance of preventive maintenance

• Benefits of thermal imaging in electrical maintenance

11:15 - 12:15 pm: Lunch Break

12:15 - 1:45 pm: Hands-On Lab: Introduction to Thermal Imaging Equipment

• Familiarization with different types of thermal cameras

• Basic operation and controls

• Capturing thermal images

1:45 - 2:00 pm: Afternoon Break

2:00 - 3:30 pm: Reading and Interpreting Thermal Images

• Basics of thermography

• Recognizing hot spots, cold spots, and anomalies

• Quantitative vs. qualitative analysis

3:30 - 4:00 pm: Q&A and Day 1 Recap

Day 2: Advanced Techniques and Hands-On Application

7:00 - 8:30 am: Advanced Features of Thermal Imaging Cameras

• Tunable and adjustable parameters

• Emissivity and reflectivity considerations

• Software tools for image analysis

8:30 - 9:45 am: Hands-On Lab: Advanced Imaging Techniques

• Image blending and picture-in-picture

• Spot measurements and isotherms

• Annotation and reporting

9:45 - 10:00 am: Morning Break

10:00 am - 11:30 pm: Safety Concerns and Best Practices

• Electrical safety around high-voltage equipment

• Personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Common pitfalls and mistakes in electrical thermography

11:30 - 12:30 pm: Lunch Break

12:30 - 2:00 pm: Hands-On Lab: Inspecting Electrical Equipment

• Practical exercises on electrical panels, transformers, motors, and other common equipment

• Identifying potential issues and anomalies

• Image capturing and documentation

2:00 - 2:15 pm: Afternoon Break

2:15 - 3:45 pm: Case Studies and Troubleshooting

• Review of real-world scenarios and failures

• Group analysis and discussion

• Problem-solving exercises

3:45 - 4:00 pm: Course Conclusion and Feedback

• Recap of key takeaways

• Distribution of certificates

• Feedback and course evaluation