RedVector RV-PGM129

Texas Electrician 4 Hour CE Approved Program #1a

Texas Electrician 4 Hour CE Approved Program #1a

4 hrs. Program

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RV-PGM129

SME: Anonymous

This 4-hour course is formatted in 3 lessons with the exam given at the end of each lesson. Each lesson must be passed with a score of 70% or higher before being allowed to proceed to the next lesson. The lessons are listed below:


Lesson 1: 2014 NEC Changes - Articles 90, 100, and 110 (Introduction and Chapter 1)

The National Electrical Code® (NEC®) is the United States standard for the safe installation of electrical wiring and equipment. Since 1911 the NFPA® has been making updates to the NEC Code document. The NEC is updated and published every 3 years. This course provides coverage of significant changes in the 2014 National Electrical Code®. With every new edition of the NEC, some of the changes include new requirements to sections, while some of the changes include entirely new articles. Some changes are revisions to existing requirements while others are
deletions to some existing requirements.

 

Lesson 2: Texas State Laws & Rules for Electricians

In today's business world, it is easy to become so wrapped up in your everyday work that you forget some of the basic rules and regulations that govern your profession. This interactive online course discusses Title 8, Occupations Code, Chapter 1305 of the Texas Statutes, and 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 73 of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. These two codes contain important information regarding the regulation, licensing, and conduct standards for Texas Electricians. By reviewing this information on a regular basis, you will stay abreast of changes and amendments to the Texas State Laws and Rules as they pertain to this profession.

Lesson 3: 2015 NFPA 70E - Significant Changes

The 2015 edition of NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® has recently been issued, and there are significant changes to the standard. This course is designed to inform y

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Summarize product standards and installation requirements to facilitate safe installation.
  • Differentiate between previously used and newly adopted terminology.
  • Identify the power sources that comprise a hybrid system.
  • Name who is responsible for affixing the arc-flash warning label for electrical equipment that will ensure the safety of the public. 
  • Identify the various professions and sub-professions regulated by the Texas laws and rules for electricians, and the responsibilities and limitations of each license.
  • Describe licensing requirements and enforcement
  • Discuss regulations of electricians by local governments
  • Explain actions that may lead to license denial and disciplinary actions
  • Discuss significant changes made to the 2015 edition of NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in
    the Workplace® 
  • Discuss OSHA requirements and NFPA 70E® PPE electrical safety-related work practices, safety-related maintenance requirements, and administrative controls 
  • Describe NFPA 70E® compliance strategies, including changes to label requirements and changes to
    improve the clarity of the code 
  • List the 5 habits electrical workers practice to improve worksite safety



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