Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
6862
Course Name
Introduction to Electrical Safety, Lockout/Tagout and NPFA 70E
Contact Hours
4.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Core Compliance Group, Inc.
Primary Contact
M Thomas
dglaser@corecompliance.com
724 316-6359 Ext.
Website
Description
Course is designed to meet training requirements for electrical safety under 29CFR 1910 Subpart S, control of hazardous energy sources under 29CFR 1910.147 and electrical safety-related work practices under National Fire Protection Association 70E standard (2015 Edition).
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
Electrical Safety
• Common electrical hazards
• Electrical equipment defects/hazards
• Tools/techniques used in identifying hazards
• Training
• Safe working practices
• Personnel protection
Lockout/Tagout
• What is LOTO?
• When to LOTO?
• Description of energy isolation devices
• LOTO basics
• LOTO procedure (9 steps)
• LOTO policy
NFPA 70E
• • Purpose of standard
• Two types of electrical hazards: electric shock and arc flash
• Arc Flash Risk Assessment
• Approach Boundaries
• Qualified/unqualified electrical workers
• Arc-rated PPE categories, selection and care
• Energized work
• Energized electric work permit
• Training requirements
• Host employer responsibilities
• Safe work rules
• Equipment labeling
• Response to electrical accidents
Target Audience
Course is designed for facility personnel who work near or with electrical equipment and are at risk for potential injury or death.
Training Format
Classroom