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Inspection Solar cells

Glava Energy Center's two day training on the inspection of solar power systems includes theory and practical training in the form of troubleshooting in an authentic environment at Glava Energy Center's solar park. The course provides in-depth knowledge of solar cell inspection and the general guidelines and regulations that exist.

The number of new installations of solar panels and batteries breaks records every year in Sweden, but alongside the positive industry development, there are warning signs. The Swedish Electrical Safety Authority and insurance companies have warned of deficient installation work, and within the industry, there are warnings of a shortage of qualified workforce.

The industry organization Swedish Solar Energy has worked out guidelines for the inspection of solar power installations during the spring of 2023. To meet the industry's need for safe installations and facilities, Glava Energy Center now offers an inspection course aimed at strengthening the quality, safety, and continued positive development in the solar energy industry.

Target audience

Inspectors, supervisors, project managers, installation managers, solar cell and electrical installers.

Course objectives

After the course, participants should have knowledge of:

  • Inspection of solar cells
  • Guidelines and regulations
  • Common errors and deficiencies

Course content

Day 1 - 09:00-16:30. Day 2 - 08:00-15:30. Course held at Hillringsberg, Glava, near Arvika.

  • Practical training in the form of troubleshooting in an authentic environment at Glava Energy Center's solar park.
  • Requirements to become an inspector.
  • Existing certification training.
  • Most common error reports.
  • Preventive measures to minimize the number of faulty installations.
  • Knowledge of proper documentation.
  • Applications of drones in solar cell inspections.
  • Thermography in connection with solar cell inspections.
  • Course literature: "Norms and guidelines for inspection of solar cell systems," Svensk Solenergi.

Instructor

Per Hederstedt, solar cell specialist at Maple Energy and Certified Construction Inspector (RISE) with 20 years of work experience in the electrical industry.

Last edited: 25/09 2024

Price and accommodation

Course fee SEK 12,800 excluding VAT. Members of Glava Energy Center receive a 10 percent discount on the course fee. Accommodation at the nearby Hillringsberg Manor or other accommodation options is not included in the price.

Practically

Computer, work clothes for outdoor work as well as work shoes/safety shoes and work gloves are brought by course participants. Glava Energy Center provides tools and equipment. Helmets and goggles are available for loan.

Next course opportunity

The next course is 19–20 November. Registration via the calendar.

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