The Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course provides a thorough introduction to the hazards of working on or near energized electrical conductors and equipment. Emphasizing
NFPA 70E arc flash
principles and OSHA arc flash requirements
, this training highlights regulatory responsibilities and best practices for protecting workers from arc flash incidents. An NFPA70E arc flash
event occurs when electrical current strays from its intended path and travels through the air between conductors or to the ground. These incidents are extremely dangerous, often producing intense heat and light that can lead to serious injury or death. Completion of this course supports compliance and may contribute toward obtaining NFPA 70E certification
and arc flash certification
.
Upon completion of the Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course, participants will be able to:
- Define an arc flash and grasp the associated hazards.
- Comprehend the correlation between OSHA regulations and NFPA standards.
- Understand the concept of an “electrically safe work condition” according to NFPA 70E.
- Explain insulation, guarding, and grounding as strategies for controlling arc flash and other electrical hazards.
- Describe the attributes of arc-rated clothing and comprehend the criteria for selecting suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Understand the principles for the safe utilization and upkeep of portable electric tools.
- Explain category (CAT) ratings for test instruments.
- Describe the specifications for labeling electrical equipment.