Course description
Arc Flash Electrical Safety NFPA 70E with Certification
The foremost goal of this two-day Arc Flash Electrical Safety NFPA 70E® with Certification course is to keep workers safe while working on or around electrically energized equipment. The course is structured to help companies fulfill requirements set forth in OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart S Electrical and NFPA 70E® Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, which requires this type of instructor-led training for anyone working with electrically energized equipment. Overall, this program is designed to reduce liability for the employer while establishing a culture of safe work practices among employees; it is a key component of any electrical training program.
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Training content
Day 1
Electrical Safety & the Qualified Electrical Worker
- Responsibilities & Requirements for a Qualified Electrical Worker
- Who Sets Safety Standards?: NFPA 70E® & Others
- Understanding OSHA's Role in Electrical Safety Regulations
- Electrical Safety Culture in Your Facility
Electrical Hazards
- Severity of Electrical Injuries Examples and Case Studies
- Shock, Arc-Flash & Arc-Blast
- Understanding GFCIs
- Primary Causes of Arc Flashes
- How to Identify Electrical Hazards
- Understanding Ratings of Arc-Rated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- The Importance of Grounding Systems
- Risk Assessment Procedures
- Emergency Response
Safety Related Work Practices
- In-Depth Discussion of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and NFPA 70E®
- Work Related Definitions
- Safe Operation of Electrical Meters Ratings and Categories
- Establishing Safe Work Conditions
- Electrical Lockout / Tagout
- Working On or Near Energized Parts
- Determining Proper Approach Distances
- Completing Energized Electrical Work Permits
- Understanding an Arc Flash Analysis
- Interpreting Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels
- Reading Arc Flash One Line Diagrams
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Day 2
Safety Related Maintenance Requirements
- Understanding General Requirements
- Common Electrical Equipment
- Premises Wiring
- Controller Equipment
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Rotating Equipment
- Hazardous (Classified) Locations
- Batteries & Battery Rooms
- Portable Electrical Tools & Equipment (PPR)
Requirements for Special Equipment
- Electrolytic Cells
- Batteries & Battery Rooms
- Lasers
- Power Electronic Equipment
Electrical Safety Program
- Planning an Electrical Safety Program
- Training Requirements
- Complying with NFPA 70E®
- Interpreting Arc Flash Analysis Reports
- Determining your PPE Requirements
- Documentation of Records
Day 3
Students Perform the Following Hands-On Tasks & Exercises:
- Verify De-energized State with Electrical Meter
- Test Real Live Electrical Disconnect in the Classroom
- Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedure in the Classroom
- Fit, Test, and Inspect Electrical PPE
- Test Flexible Cords for Correct Functionality using Electrical Meter
- Calculate and Create Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels
- Discuss Real-Life Incident Case Studies
- Determine the Minimum Hazard Risk Category for Specific Equipment
- Select the Appropriate Electrical Meter
- Review and Understand a Short Circuit Calculation Example
- Use Tables NFPA 70E® 130.7(C)(15)(a) and 130.7(C)(16) Accurately
- Complete an Energized Electrical Work Permit
- Perform a Job Briefing
- Complete a Hazard Risk Assessment
- Complete a blank Arc Flash Label
- Determine the Limited, Restricted and Arc Flash Boundaries
- Review and Take the Electrical Safety Certification Exam
Continuing studies
Upon completion of this seminar, the student will receive a certification of completion.
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