Training courses and seminars

📅 Date: March 25, 2026
📅 Date: June 09, 2026
📍 Location: Appenweier near Offenburg

In accordance with BetrSichV, DGUV regulation 3 and DIN VDE 0701/0702

Brief description
A compact, practical training day for all those who have to plan, carry out and document inspections in accordance with DGUV V3 in a legally compliant manner. We combine the most important legal principles with hands-on measurement practice on typical test specimens – including Assessment of borderline cases, typical error patterns and clean documentation.

Learning objectives – then you can …

• Set up, carry out and evaluate tests correctly in accordance with DIN VDE 0701/0702

• Classify network systems (TN/TT/IT) and select suitable protective measures (DIN VDE 0100-410)

• Safely apply measurement methods (including protective conductor resistance, loop impedance, insulation/replacement leakage current, leakage/fault current, RCD testing, voltage drop, earthing resistance)

• Evaluate measurement results according to standards and document them in a test-proof manner (protocols for systems and devices)

Contents (excerpt)

• Legal basis & responsibility: BetrSichV, DGUV V3, duties of the operator/electrical specialist

• Grid systems < 1 kV: Labeling, TN/TT/IT, typical symptoms & effects

• Protective measures: Protection against electric shock, safe isolation (SELV/PELV), RCD application limits

• Testing in accordance with VDE 0701/0702: Definition of portable devices, scope of application, test procedures, test practice

• Measurement practice: Protective conductor resistance, loop impedance, insulation resistance, (equivalent) leakage current, residual current measurement also for three-phase consumers, voltage polarity/phase sequence, voltage drop, earthing resistance

• Assessment & documentation: normative limit values, sample test protocols, typical pitfalls

Didactics & procedure

• Short theoretical impulses, lots of practice at measuring stations

• Realistic measurement exercises with “good/bad” dummies: specific fault patterns (e.g. increased protective conductor resistance, insulation faults, faulty RCDs) for reliable diagnosis, interpretation of borderline cases and comparison of “best practice” vs. “no-go”

• Live demonstrations, checklists, best practice tips

• Q&A slots for your specific use cases

Target group
Electrical specialists (EFK, VEFK, EFKffT), maintenance & service, test teams/test equipment managers, occupational safety specialists, QM, project/construction management as well as managing directors and managers in small and medium-sized companies.

Organizational matters

• Previous knowledge: basic knowledge of electrical engineering useful

• Documents: Handout with checklists, normative references, protocol templates

• Optional: bring your own test device and 1-2 typical test specimens (for coordination)

• Proof of participation: Certificate of successful participation

Note for travelers
Are you coming from further away? We will be happy to recommend suitable hotels nearby – just contact us.

Register now & secure your place – 595 per person – practical knowledge that pays off immediately in everyday life.

Calibration promotion: bring your DGUV measuring device to the seminar and receive an 8-hour express calibration at the standard price

📅 Date: March 11, 2026
📅 Date: June 11, 2026
📍 Location: QMK laboratory in Offenburg
(maximum 6 participants)

In this compact one-day seminar, the basics of measurement technology (metrology) for the field of measurement and test equipment management are explained.

The specifications and guidelines are explained, as well as the practical process of calibration and the management of measuring and testing equipment.

The theory is substantiated and illustrated with a high degree of practical relevance as well as practical examples and exercises.

Date: On request

Perfect for

• Employees of the test equipment monitoring department
• Employees of the QA departments / QA assistants / quality managers
• Test equipment manager
• Measurement and control technician
• Experts and QA employees who are responsible for measurement, test and calibration results
• Employees from the areas of quality assurance, measuring systems and calibration
• Persons who work with external service providers and calibration laboratories

Contents

Introduction and basics of metrology (metrology/measurement science).

• Terms & definitions in measurement technology
• Measurement technology institutions in DE and Europe

Standards and guidelines

• DIN EN ISO 9001 / DIN EN ISO 17025
• VDI/VDE/DGQ – Guidelines.
• Manufacturer procedures/internal procedures

Test equipment management / test equipment administration

• Goals and tasks
• Use and handling
• Documentation

Measurement uncertainties & interpretation of measurement results

• Traceability/traceability of results
• Influencing factors
• Conformity/Declaration of Conformity

Practical exercises

• Length measurement with calipers vs. outside micrometer
• Temperature measurement in the “coffee” medium
• electrical measurements: Not all multimeters are the same

📅 Date: March 12, 2026
📅 Date: June 03, 2026
📍 Location: QMK Laboratory in Offenburg

Practical workshop: Calibration of calipers & micrometers

Safe, standard-compliant and practical calibration – directly on real measuring equipment.

In this compact practical workshop, your employees will learn how to check, calibrate and correctly handle callipers and micrometers.
Without theoretical overload, but with many examples from everyday life and clear, comprehensible steps.

Why this workshop?

• Increase measurement reliability: Your measuring equipment delivers reliable results – the basis for quality, audit security and customer satisfaction.

• Avoid errors: Typical application and calibration errors are recognized and avoided in the future.

• Strengthen in-house expertise: Employees understand what is behind calibration values and protocols – and can make more informed decisions.

Who is the workshop suitable for?

The workshop is aimed at:

• Employees from production, manufacturing, quality assurance

• Test equipment managers and quality officers

• Specialists who regularly work with calipers and micrometers

• Anyone who wants to professionalize their measurement practice and better understand measurement uncertainties

Previous knowledge of measurement technology is helpful, but not essential – we pick up the participants at their respective level of knowledge.

Contents of the workshop

1. basics of calibration

• What does calibration mean – and what is the difference to adjustment?

• Traceability, standards & requirements from practice

• Test intervals: How often should testing and calibration be carried out?

2. calibration of calipers

• Visual inspection & functional test

• Step-by-step calibration with final dimensions / references

• Assessment of the measurement results (tolerances, limit values)

3. calibration of outside micrometers

• Structure and mode of operation

• Calibration on different measuring ranges

• Dealing with spindle play, measuring force & temperature

4. correct handling & care

• Storage, cleaning, transportation

• “Do’s and don’ts” in daily use

• How do I extend the service life of my measuring equipment?

5. typical sources of error from practice

• Common application errors – and how to avoid them

• Influences of environment, operation and workpiece

• Examples from real customer and laboratory cases

6. practical exercises & conclusion

• Calibration directly on your or provided measuring equipment

• Exchange & clarification of individual questions

• Optional: small final exam and certificate of participation

Procedure & general conditions

• Format: Face-to-face workshop with a high practical component

• Location: QMK Calibration Laboratory, Im Drachenacker 7a, 77656 Offenburg

• Duration: e.g. 1 day (approx. 09:00 – 16:00)

• Number of participants: ideally 6-10 people for intensive work in small groups

On request, we can also customize the workshop for your company – e.g. with your own measuring equipment, internal specifications or special test specifications.

Your benefits at a glance

• More safety when handling calipers & micrometers

• Better understanding of measurement deviations and calibration protocols

• Reduced reject and complaint rates thanks to clean measuring processes

• Practical training directly from an accredited calibration laboratory