This course has been discontinued
This course addresses the requirements and methods in the 2012 NFPA® 70E®: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® for analyzing the hazards and risks of work that involves exposure to electrical hazards. Key topics include significant changes to the NFPA® 70E standard for the 2012 edition and the methods and steps for calculating incident energy. The final topic is selection of appropriate safe work practices, including personal protective equipment.
After completing this module, you will be able to:
Explain the relationship between NFPA® 70E and other electrical codes and standards, including OSHA requirements for electrical safety
Elaborate on the significant changes to the NFPA® 70E standard for the 2012 edition
Explain the requirements for and elements of an energized electrical work permit
Identify the information needed for shock hazard analysis
Determine the approach boundaries surrounding energized equipment and circuit parts
Determine the restrictions on personnel working within or near the three approach boundaries
Identify and explain the information needed and the methods permitted to calculate incident energy
Explain the benefits of a detailed arc flash hazard analysis
Explain methods and the basis for selection of personal protective equipment
AEC Libraries
- IND - Health, Safety, Environment
Industrial Libraries
- IND - Health, Safety, Environment
- Industrial Complete