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cbanuva

Posted: Monday, June 28, 2010 4:18:53 AM

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This course provides an overview of basic electrical safety for individuals with little or limited training or familiarity with electrical hazards and is designed for any worker who may use extension cords, electric tools, etc. This course covers the topics included in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.301-399 Subpart S.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

*Establish the conditions covered by OSHA’s 1910 Subpart S Design Safety Standards
*Outline the general requirements for electrical safety standards
*Understand the proper use and identification of circuits and conductors
*Define the standards for electrical grounding and protection
*Establish the general requirements for wiring methods and equipment
*Establish the guidelines and requirements for special purpose equipment

30 Hour Osha Course Online

didmac0

Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2010 5:14:59 AM

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Your Location ( Ex. City, State): Ahmedabad, AK

Safety Tips

Assume that all overhead wires are energized at lethal voltages. Never assume that a wire is safe to touch even if it is down or appears to be insulated.

Never touch a fallen overhead power line. Call the electric utility company to report fallen electrical lines.

Stay at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from overhead wires during cleanup and other activities. If working at heights or handling long objects, survey the area before starting work for the presence of overhead wires.

If an overhead wire falls across your vehicle while you are driving, stay inside the vehicle and continue to drive away from the line. If the engine stalls, do not leave your vehicle. Warn people not to touch the vehicle or the wire. Call or ask someone to call the local electric utility company and emergency services.

Never operate electrical equipment while you are standing in water.

Never repair electrical cords or equipment unless qualified and authorized.

Have a qualified electrician inspect electrical equipment that has gotten wet before energizing it.

If working in damp locations, inspect electric cords and equipment to ensure that they are in good condition and free of defects, and use a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).

Always use caution when working near electricity.

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