Electrical safety at work electricity is a familiar and necessary part of everyday life, but electricity can kill or severely injure people and cause damage to property. Electrical construction and maintenance workers safety. In those states, the standards and other procedures governing electrical safety may not be identical to the. A tingling feeling when you touch an electrical appliance discolored or warm wall outlets a burning or rubbery smell coming from an appliance flickering or dimming lights sparks from an outlet q inspect your home for hidden electrical hazards.
Covering every major electrical standard, including nec, nesc, nfpa, 70e, ieee 1584, and osha, electrical safety handbook, fourth edition is a practical, illustrated source of lifesaving information designed for specific work environments. Electrical safety at the workplace 2 introduction electricity plays a vital role in our daily lives but it can also kill or severely injure people and cause damage to property. Just as you lay the foundation for a building by placing the forms, setting the rebar, and pouring the footings, you lay the foundation for a safe workplace with these seven elements. The safety, health and welfare at work act 2005 the 2005 act requires you to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the safety, health and welfare of your employees and. Occupational safety and health training remains a fundamental element of hazard control in the workplace, and there is great potential to reduce these incidents.
Electrical safety is a serious issue electrical safety in the workplace is the most important job of an electrical worker. Five technicians were performing preventive maintenance on the electrical system of a railroad main. This standard addresses arc flash and shock hazards, and there is a need for more empirical incident data on the actual hazards that may be experienced when equipment faults or adverse. Electrical safety in the workplace is an important topic that is addressed by nfpa 70e, standard for electrical safety in the workplace 2015 edition.
Many workers are exposed to electrical energy while completing their daily responsibilities, and many are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their work environment making them more vulnerable to the danger of electrocution. Introduction to electrical safety practices and will introduce you to the electrical safety program. All electrical equipment, including portable equipment and installations, should be maintained so far as reasonably practicable to prevent danger. These regulations state principles of electrical safety and apply to all electrical. Introduction to nfpa 70e electrical safety in the workplace course is about 30 minutes long. Qualified persons those familiar with the construction and operation of electrical equipment, and the hazards involved and who have training in avoiding the electrical hazards of working on or near energized parts. Consider using a residual current device rcd between the electrical supply and the equipment, especially when working outdoors, or within a wet or confined place see hses electrical safety at work site overhead electric lines. The purpose of this document is to provide an abbreviated version of the electrical safety workplace guidelines to help broaden the understanding of the standard regarding the various safety components cementex products, inc. This program is intended as an overview of basic electrical safety for individuals with limited electrical training who as a part of their work, may be potentially exposed to electrical hazards. Ask each group to identify at least three things that could have been done to. How to identify major hazards associated with arc flash the types of arc flash and how they occur how to protect yourself from arc flash hazards employer requirements for protecting workers. Electrical safety electrical work can be deadly if not done safely.
Electrical safety in the workplace is the most important job of an electrical worker. This is an awareness level course for unqualified persons as defined by osha. Calosha regulations on electrical safety require california employers to provide workers with a safe and healthful workplace. Esfis workplace safety materials provide valuable information to help employees make safe choices everyday and tips for creating a safer work. Electrical construction and maintenance workers safety manual. Compiled by the electrical safety foundation international using data from the u. An understanding of these principles is essential for comprehension of oshas electrical safety standards.
Esfi workplace safety electrical safety foundation. Pdf electrical safety hazards handbook yasir ahmed. Electrical safe work practices including electrical safety principles, guidelines for qualification of personnel, job planning requirements and. Chartering a campus electrical safety committee to oversee and guide electrically safe equipment procurement, work practices and procedures at ucb. The electrical safety foundation international esfi is the leading authority on workplace electrical safety. However, we need to be cautious and keep safety in mind. Department of labor, bureau of labor statistics, in cooperation. The responsibility for this electrical safety program should be delegated to someone with a complete knowledge of electricity, electrical work practices, and the appropriate osha standards for installation and performance.
Check with both your jurisdiction and electrical utility company when working, driving, parking, or storing materials closer than 15 m 49 feet to overhead power lines. For a more complete study of workplace safety, this manual should be used with. Safety tips have all electrical work done by a qualified electrician. Electrical current exposes workers to a serious, widespread workplace hazard. Electricity is essential to modern life, both at home and on the job. General industry electrical hazards including arc flash. This material was produced by the workplace safety awareness council, a 501c3 notforprofit organization dedicated to safety in the workplace. No matter how much training one has received or how much employers try to. Electrical safety training for the manufacturing industry. Our workplace safety toolkit will provide you with. The uc berkeley electrical safety program must be applied to every individual piece of equipment, research experimental apparatus or facility that has electrical energy as a source. Yet many company managers and owners are unaware of the electrical risks addressed by nfpa 70e. Electrical safety in the workplace 2 course goal the aim of this program is to provide comprehensive onsite training to high risk workers i.
But they will not happen unless you make them happen. Give students handout c electrical safety scenario. This standard also includes safe work practices for employees performing other work activities that can expose them to electrical hazards as well as safe work practices for the following. Advice on safe work practices for energized circuits and parts, or high voltage electrical transmission and distribution systems. Arcflash and other electrical safety hazards 27 electrical safety hazards 27 electric shock 27 arcflash and arc blasts 28 arcflash metrics 29 arcblast effect 31. Workplace electrical safety top electrical osha violations lockout tagout electrical wiring methods electrical wiring methods electrical fatalities electrical injuries 0 50 100 150 200 250 300. Esfi recognizes that each work environment presents different electrical hazards. These regulations are contained in title 8 of the california code of regulations t8ccr. Safety practices and requirements electrical arc flash. Cooper bussmans handbook for electrical safety indicates that as many as 80% of. Recommended distances vary by jurisdiction andor utility companies. You can manage workplace safety just as you manage any other part of your business, with commitment, perse. Grantee materials by topic occupational safety and. Electrical safety in the workplace 2 course goal the aim of this program is to provide comprehensive onsite training to highrisk workers i.
Electrical hazards awareness page 5 of 49 efcog electrical safety improvement project objectives terminal objective 1. Electrical safety and you health and safety executive. Department of labor occupational safety and health. Electrical safety in the workplace implementing worker safety based on the concepts of csa z46218 and other standards. You will learn skills to help you recognize, evaluate, and control electrical hazards. Nfpa 70e, handbook for electrical safety in the workplace. This publication reflects the requirements of ontarios occupational health and safety act, canadian electrical safety standard csa z462, the regulation for construction projects 291, and the ontario electrical code. Defective or misused electrical equipment is a major cause, with high. Electrical arc flash hazard protection is to prevent such injuries to our workers. There are simple precautions when working with, or near electricity that can be taken to significantly reduce the risk of electrical.