Target Audience:

Electricians, technicians, helpers, electrical engineers, safety professionals, and anyone working directly or indirectly with electrical equipment in the workplace.

Course Goals:

Understand the importance of electrical safety and compliance with NFPA 70E standards

Identify electrical hazards and learn risk assessment techniques

Learn protective strategies and the proper use of PPE

Understand the procedures for emergency response and first aid for electrical incidents

Module 1: Introduction to NFPA 70E

Content: Overview of NFPA 70E, its scope, and purpose. Discussion on the importance of electrical safety standards in protecting workers.

Learning Objective: Recognize the importance of NFPA 70E in promoting electrical safety in the workplace.

Module 2: Understanding Electrical Hazards

Content: Identifying common electrical hazards, including shock, arc flash, and arc blast. Understanding the conditions that lead to these hazards.

Learning Objective: Identify and describe common electrical hazards and the conditions that cause them.

Module 3: Risk Assessment and Safety Procedures

Content: Steps for conducting electrical risk assessments. Establishing and following safety-related work practices. Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Learning Objective: Apply risk assessment techniques to evaluate and mitigate electrical hazards.

Module 4: PPE

Content: Types of PPE required for electrical work. Selection, use, care, and maintenance of electrical PPE.

Learning Objective: Select and properly use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for different electrical tasks.

Module 5: Safe Work Environment and Practices

Content: Creating a safe work environment, including the importance of proper tool use and maintenance. Procedures for de-energizing equipment.

Learning Objective: Implement safe work practices, including the correct use of tools and the de-energization of equipment.

Module 6: Emergency Response and First Aid

Content: Emergency procedures for electrical accidents. Basic first aid for electrical burns and shock. The importance of quick response.

Learning Objective: Perform basic emergency responses and first aid in the event of an electrical accident.

Module 7: Recap and Certification Exam

Content: Review of key concepts covered in the training. Written exam to assess knowledge retention and understanding.

Learning Objective: Demonstrate understanding of NFPA 70E standards and electrical safety practices.

Training Methods:

Interactive Discussions: To encourage engagement and facilitate the exchange of ideas.

Virtual Demonstrations: Using equipment photos and videos to demonstrate proper safety procedures and PPE use.

Visual Aids: Presentations and videos to illustrate concepts and enhance learning.

Group Activities: Scenarios and role-plays to practice safety procedures and emergency responses. 

Evaluation:

Written Test: To assess understanding and retention of the NFPA 70E standards and safety practices.

Practical Demonstration: Participants demonstrate their ability to read and apply safety procedures practically through JSA workshop and completion.   

Completion Certificate

Participants who successfully complete this course and pass the evaluations will receive a certificate of completion of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety and Hazard Awareness.