Electrical Safety Course

Introduction

The Electrical Safety Course is designed to provide workers, electricians, and supervisors with comprehensive knowledge and skills to safely work with or around electrical systems, in compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards. This program covers electrical hazard identification, safe work practices, and emergency response procedures. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and scenario-based training, participants will gain the expertise needed to prevent electrical accidents, ensure workplace safety, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Course Objectives

• Understand OSHA and NFPA 70E electrical safety standards to ensure workplace compliance.
• Identify electrical hazards, including shock, arc flash, and arc blast risks.
• Learn safe work practices for electrical equipment, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Develop skills to assess and mitigate electrical risks using proper control measures.
• Explore the selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) for electrical work.
• Gain knowledge of emergency response procedures for electrical incidents.
• Understand the importance of electrical safety training and communication in the workplace.
• Learn to conduct electrical equipment inspections and maintain accurate safety records.

Learning Outcomes

• Participants will demonstrate an understanding of electrical safety standards by ensuring compliance in work scenarios.
• Learners will identify and assess electrical hazards, applying appropriate control measures.
• Attendees will implement safe work practices, including LOTO, to prevent electrical accidents.
• Graduates will select and use appropriate PPE for electrical tasks, ensuring personal safety.
• Participants will develop and execute emergency response plans for electrical incidents.
• Learners will conduct electrical safety inspections and maintain compliant documentation.
• Attendees will promote a safety-focused culture through effective electrical safety communication.

Assessment

A 30-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam and a practical lockout/tagout demonstration.

Certification

Electrical Safety Certificate issued by ACSGP upon successful completion.