Electricity is essential on construction sites, powering tools, equipment, and lighting. However, it also poses serious hazards, including shocks, burns, fires, and electrocution. This course provides essential training on recognizing and mitigating electrical hazards in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Through practical guidelines and best practices, employees will learn how to safely work with and around electricity to prevent injuries and fatalities.
Course Highlights:
- Understanding the dangers of electricity, including shocks, arc flashes, and electrocution.
- Overview of OSHA electrical safety standards and the National Electric Code (NFPA 70E).
- Identifying and avoiding common electrical hazards such as power lines, energized sources, and improper extension cord usage.
- Safe work practices for handling power tools, cords, and electrical equipment.
- Importance of proper grounding, including the use of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) and Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Programs (AEGCPs).
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to prevent accidental energization during maintenance.
- Precautions for working in wet or damp environments and preventing electrical fires.
- Employer responsibilities in ensuring a safe electrical work environment.
By the End of This Course, You Will Have Learned:
- How to identify and assess electrical hazards on a construction site.
- The critical safety measures to prevent electrical accidents and injuries.
- Proper use and maintenance of electrical tools, cords, and protective devices.
- The importance of following OSHA electrical safety regulations.
- How to implement and follow lockout/tagout and grounding procedures.
- Best practices for preventing electrocution and ensuring workplace safety.
By applying these safety principles, employees can minimize risks and help create a safer work environment for themselves and their coworkers.