Safety is especially important for anyone who works around electricity. Even though electricity cannot be seen, it can be extremely hazardous unless the proper precautions are taken. This course will reinforce your understanding of the hazards associated with electricity and the actions that you can take to protect yourself from those hazards.
Topic I: Electrical Concepts
• Describe the basic electrical quantities of current, voltage, and resistance.
Topic II: Shock
• State what an electrical shock is.
• Describe factors that affect the severity of an electrical shock.
• Describe the physical effects of current passing through the human body.
Topic III: Hazards
• Describe hazards associated with working near electrical equipment.
Topic IV: Protection
• Describe ways of providing protection to personnel from hazards associated with electricity.
Topic V: Emergencies
• Describe how to safely give aid to an electrical shock victim.
• Describe how to safely respond to an electrical fire.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: David Chitester
David Chitester is a licensed P.E. in Michigan and Florida has over 35 years of experience. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. He also has an M.B.A that he received from Northern Michigan University in 1978.
David Chitester began his career with Bechtel Power and Blount Brothers where he gained field construction experience on projects ranging from $150 million to $500 million. For more than 30 years, he has provided services essential to a balanced mix of public and private sector clients. Mr. Chitester's expertise has been applied to multi-million dollar hotels and resorts, industrial process plants, power generating facilities, office and commercial buildings. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and his background includes a number of years on active construction sites.
David Chitester is a professional trainer and founder of RedVector.com Inc. and Chitester Management Systems. He has authored numerous online courses and taught live classes on ethics, laws and rules, building codes and the ADA. His courses have been approved by numerous state boards and private organizations including the: AIA, USGBC, FBPE, AICP, FCILB, ECLB, Florida Building Commission and many others.
1 hr. Online Course