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Understanding NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Programs

Build an electrical safety program by applying NFPA 70E standards.
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Provider :  KnowledgeCity  5 Lessons ·  15m  in English 

Course Description

In this Understanding NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Programs course, you'll learn what the NFPA 70E standard covers and how to build an electrical safety program. We'll also examine how to establish an electrically safe work condition. These practices are critical for protecting workers from electrical hazards and meeting OSHA requirements. Building on these basics, we'll explore the requirements that shape a complete electrical safety program.

We'll examine what the NFPA 70E standard contains, detailing its three chapters, its definition of a qualified person, and the work it applies to. You'll develop the ability to recognize the policies and safe work procedures your program should include, and to follow the risk-assessment hierarchy. We'll also cover how to establish an electrically safe work condition, apply lockout/tagout procedures, and verify your results with the Live Dead Live Test, giving you a complete understanding of NFPA 70E electrical safety programs. By the end of this course, you'll be able to identify electrical hazards and apply the right controls to reduce them.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the purpose and scope of NFPA 70E

• Define the role of a qualified person

• Outline the components of an electrical safety program

• Apply the hierarchy of risk assessment controls

• Establish an electrically safe work condition

What You'll Learn

  • Identify the purpose and scope of the NFPA 70E standard, including its three chapters and the work it applies to
  • Define the role of a qualified person under NFPA 70E
  • Outline the components of an electrical safety program, including its policies and safe work procedures
  • Apply the hierarchy of risk assessment controls to reduce electrical hazards
  • Establish an electrically safe work condition using lockout/tagout procedures
  • Verify results with the Live Dead Live Test

Key Takeaways

  • NFPA 70E electrical safety practices are critical for protecting workers from electrical hazards and meeting OSHA requirements.
  • The NFPA 70E standard contains three chapters, defines a qualified person, and specifies the work it applies to.
  • A complete electrical safety program includes specific policies, safe work procedures, and a risk-assessment hierarchy.
  • Establishing an electrically safe work condition involves applying lockout/tagout procedures and verifying results with the Live Dead Live Test.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this NFPA 70E course cover?

The course covers what the NFPA 70E standard contains — including its three chapters, its definition of a qualified person, and the work it applies to — how to build an electrical safety program with the right policies and safe work procedures, the hierarchy of risk assessment controls, and how to establish an electrically safe work condition using lockout/tagout procedures and the Live Dead Live Test.

What skills will I gain from this course?

You will build skills in electrical safety, hazard identification, and lockout/tagout, and by the end you will be able to identify electrical hazards and apply the right controls to reduce them.

How is the course structured?

The course consists of five lessons: an introduction to NFPA 70E electrical safety programs, What Is NFPA 70E?, Creating an Electrical Safety Program, Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition, and a Review.

Why is NFPA 70E training important?

The practices taught in this course are critical for protecting workers from electrical hazards and for meeting OSHA requirements.