Electrical Safety for Qualified Workers

Delivery: Online

Estimated Length: 4 seat hours

Price: $380

 

Electrical Safe Work Training for Qualified Workers ensures workplace safety and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and industry standards. It equips qualified workers, individuals who are trained and authorized to perform tasks on or near energized electrical equipment, with the essential knowledge to recognize and prevent hazards related to electrical systems. Qualified workers must thoroughly understand the electrical hazards involved, like electrical shocks, burns, and arc flashes that can cause severe injuries or fatalities, the procedures to mitigate those hazards, and the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). They should be knowledgeable about specific safety standards, such as those outlined by OSHA and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 70E). Complying with regulations protects workers and organizations from legal and financial repercussions while fostering a safer workplace environment.

This online course explores the dangers of electricity, both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC). It provides in-depth information on selecting, inspecting, and using PPE, insulated tools, and testing devices. Students gain insight into lockout/tagout procedures, voltage verification, de-energization techniques, and the principles of grounding and bonding to prevent electrical shock and equipment damage. In addition, they will become familiar with the key regulations and standards that govern electrical safety and learn how to apply these guidelines to maintain a safe working environment and ensure legal compliance.

Completion Time:

The estimated completion time for this course is 4 hours. The maximum allotted time is four months from enrollment.

Benefits:

• Recognize the major hazards associated with electrical energy.
• Describe the major factors that make shock, arc, and blast so hazardous.
• Recognize the hazards associated with batteries.
• Identify protection strategies to mitigate electrical hazards.
• Become familiar with OSHA’s training requirements.

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

1. 1. List the three major hazards associated with electrical energy.
   2. Identify the major factors that make shock, arc, and blast so hazardous.
   3. Identify the safety hazards associated with batteries and describe their proper handling and safety practices.
   4. Describe the types and proper use of personal protection equipment for arc flash and electrical hazards.
   5. Explain the use and safety benefits of insulated tools, energy detection devices, live line tools, and nonconductive equipment to prevent electrical hazards.
   6. Describe the importance of fall protection and the proper maintenance of personal climbing gear
   7. Identify essential safety protocols for electrical systems, including safe work programs, clearances, alerting techniques, and precautions for non-energized circuits and standby generators.
   8. Explain key features of grounding and bonding equipment
   9. Describe the basic content of the electrical regulations and standards from various organizations

Course Outline

1. Hazards of Electricity Electrical shock hazard, electrical arc hazard, and electrical blast hazard
2. Electrical Safety Work Practices Battery safety; personal protective equipment; tools, testing devices, and protection equipment; establishing an electrically safe work environment; grounding and bonding equipment; electrical regulations and standards.