objectivesThe Working Safely with Electricity for Construction online training from OSHA Education School is an introductory-level training that focuses on the common electrical hazards in the construction sector by reviewing safe working procedures and overall inspection processes. Throughout this online training, individuals can discover which strategies should be used to aid personnel who must work safely with electrical equipment and systems. Participants can also expect to learn OSHA’s electrical safety guidelines and regulations.
NOTICE: Participants are encouraged to further their knowledge by reviewing the reference guide on OSHA Standards, CFR 1926 and Subpart K on Electrical Construction.
OSHA Education School’s Working Safely with Electricity for Construction online training identifies the four common electrical hazards, safe working procedures, and the inspection processes needed to enhance an overall safe work environment. Specific course topics include the following:
Overview of electrical safety
Common electrical hazards in construction
Working with electricity in construction
Specific industry terms addressed within the course include the following:
OSHA
National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH)
National Electrical Code (NEC)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Center for Occupational Research and Development
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Ground fault circuit indicators (GFCIs)
descriptionWorking Safely with Electricity is an introductory online safety course that focuses on identifying common electrical hazards by reviewing a number of safe working procedures and inspection processes.In addition, it will teach you OSHA’s electrical safety guidelines and regulations.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Working Safely With Electricity For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Course Overview
Working Safely with Electricity
Course Description
Course Objective
References
2. Common Electrical Hazards
Electrical Hazard
Electrical Hazards
Electrical Hazards - Fire
Electrical Hazards – Shock
Electric Shock
Electrical Hazards – Arc flash
Arc Blast
Other Hazards
Electric Shock
Co-Worker Shocked
Fires/Explosion
Faulty/Improper Use of Equipment
3. Working with Electricity
Safe Work Practices
Inspection Procedures
OSHA Education School’s Working with Electricity for Construction online safety course is designed to better prepare all those on the construction worksite for work with electricity and electrical safety hazards on the jobsite. Upon successful completion of this course, participants can expect to:
Be familiar with OSHA, NIOSH, and NEC electrical safety standards
Know how to identify the four common electrical hazards
Understand the effects of electricity on the human body
Be aware of the techniques used to inspect electrical equipment
