The Electrical Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course will offer a comprehensive explanation of the risks involved in working near or on electrical conductors and equipment, along with the regulatory obligations for safeguarding employees from these dangers. Certain employees, such as electricians and power line workers, directly handle electricity, whereas others, like salespeople and office staff, work with electricity indirectly. These individuals require thorough training to grasp fundamental electricity concepts and safe work methods to prevent accidents and injuries.
Upon completion of this course, participants will achieve the following:
- Comprehend the correlation between OSHA regulations and NFPA standards.
- Define electricity and articulate key terms associated with it.
- Identify the hazards of working in proximity to energized electrical components.
- Outline the steps of the 3-Stage Safety Model.
- Grasp the concept of an electrically safe work condition and its significance in ensuring employee safety.
- Acquire foundational knowledge of arc flash safety.
- Describe the attributes of arc-rated clothing and considerations for the safe utilization of insulated tools and equipment.
- Understand the importance of lockout tagout as a safety control measure.
- Recall the required clearance distance and other specifications for qualified and unqualified individuals when operating near overhead power lines.
- Explain the procedures to follow in the event of an emergency.