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Learn how the NFPA 70E standards apply to a facility, why safe electrical work practices are important, and what can be done to ensure your organization meets government standards for electrical safety. This 2-day course covers OSHA And 2018 NFPA 70E:
- 2021 NFPA 70E Updates
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- Article 110 General Requirements for Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices
- 110.4 (A) "operating at voltages equal to or greater than 50 volts" is replaced with "where an electrical hazard exists".
- 110.12 Equipment Use: "Equipment shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions." This is a new section that aligns with the NEC and OSHA.
- Article 120 Establishing an Electrically Safety Work Condition
- 120.3 (C) Lockout Device: Was revised to align with OSHA 1910.333(b)(2)(iii)(E)
- Article 130 Work Involving Electrical Hazards
- 130.4 Outerwear arc flash requirement revised wording for safety vest, rainwear, etc.
- Article 360 NEW ARTICLE - Safety-Related Requirment for Capacitors
- Battery Risk Assessment: New annex - How to select PPE using a battery risk assessment.
- Article 110 General Requirements for Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices
- Understanding Electrical Hazards
- Shock, arc, and blast
- Fault current
- Grounding and bonding
- Overcurrent protection
- Safe Work Practices
- Determine risk level using the hierarchy of controls
- Identify exposed live parts and nominal voltage
- Restrictions for working on electrical panels and exposed, energized electrical
components - Recognize and manage approach boundaries, including the use of barricades
- Determining flash boundaries
- Correctly selecting and maintaining PPE clothing, gloves and tools for the risk level
- Lockout/tagout
- De-energizing equipment and releasing victims
- Effective grounding
- Safe work practices, including cords and GFCI’s
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.331-335
- Qualified person training requirements
It focuses on protecting people and identifies requirements that are considered necessary to provide a workplace that is free of electrical hazards. This training meets the electrical safety training requirements for OSHA rule 1910:331-335.
Who will benefit from this training:
- Electricians
- Mechanics
- Environmental health & safety personnel
- Supervisors
- Maintenance Technicians
- Energy management personnel
- Fire Alarm Technicians
- Plant & facility maintenance technicians
- Building engineers
- Building managers & superintendents
- Plant & facility managers
- Stationary engineers
- Safety directors
Course Length: 2 Days - 16 Hours
Course Fees: $1,430 (Members $1,100)
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