When the following type of ppe is necessary, is the employer providing and paying for the ppe. Maintain at least 30 inches of clearance in front of electrical panels to ensure a safe environment for facilities workers. Deenergizing electrical equipment before inspecting or making repairs. Is worn and damaged ppe removed from service and replaced. Pptsmppe 2015 2 according to osha, millions of workers suffer a serious jobrelated injury or illness each year, with many injuries occurring because ppe did not provide full protection or the wrong ppe was worn.
Electrical workers local 120, london hugh carroll electrical contractors association of ontario, toronto guenther caspary construction safety association of ontario, toronto alex glen international brotherhood of electrical workers, local 303, st. Personal protective equipment safety glasses much stronger and more resistant to impact and heat than regular glasses equipped with side shields that give you protection from hazards that may not be directly in front of you safety glasses should be z87 approved to meet osha regulations. These must always remain clean and free of contaminants and must be ansi z87. See nfpa 70e2018 article and osha subpart s part 1910. The following key shows the answers for the electrical safety safety meeting quiz.
Is ppe inspected regularly and properly maintained. Through our training and services, we equip you and your coworkers. Personal protective equipment ppe for electrical works. Electrocution death due to electrical shock an average of one worker is. Special training is required for work on electrical equipment. Electrical safety standards in the workplace nfpa 70e. Review program oneline diagrams and how to interact with those for loto planning reak from lass to perform skills ased training. This program covers the requirements associated with the selection, maintenance, training and use of personal protective equipment ppe used to protect individuals from actual or potential safety and health risks. Osha, electrical safety related work practices, 29 cfr part 1910 9.
Electrical safety michigan water environment association. Osha 11 personal protective equipment personal protective equipment learning objectives by the end of this lesson, students will be able to. Essential personal protective equipment for electricians. Electrical safety ppe best practices including 1910. Existing ppe stocks must meet the ansi standard in. Lock out tag out using electric tools in good repair. Catharines john hymson construction safety association of ontario, toronto bert lindgren chairman. Introduction page 4 of 62 the official version of this document will only be maintained online. Burns can result when a person touches electrical wiring or equipment that.
What are the 4 different arc flash ppe categories in nfpa. These regulations are contained in title 8 of the california code of regulations t8ccr. Osha has determined that ppe although a good way to protect employees. Use your ppe 2 electrical safety use only grounded or double insulated electrical tools and equipment use gfci receptacles or pigtails in damp or wet locations at mines or when in. List types of personal protective equipment ppe that can be used to protect the hands, face, head, eyes, and feet. This material was produced by the workplace safety awareness council, a 501c3 notforprofit organization dedicated to safety in the workplace. It is measured in terms of arc flash incident energy, which is used to determine the appropriate level of personal protective equipment ppe, and in terms of an arc flash protection boundary. Describe the hazards each type of ppe protects against.
Written safety program in place that is actionable 3. Personal protective equipment is an integral part of any employers safety program. It is important to note that nfpa 70e is a voluntary national. The following are basic guidelines for the proper use of electrical ppe. Nfpa 70e standard for electrical safety in the workplace ppe complianceadviceosha 1910 general industry subpart s 1926 construction subpart k. Electrical safety work practices and personal protective equipment any employee who works inaround energized equipment and has the potential to come into contact with live exposed parts must be provided and use personal protective equipment ppe. Pptsm ppe 2015 2 according to osha, millions of workers suffer a serious jobrelated injury or illness each year, with many injuries occurring because ppe did not provide full protection or the wrong ppe was worn. The ppe worn by electricians needs to ensure that the hazard is minimized, whilst also allowing them to do their job. Personal protective equipment occupational safety and. According to the nfpa 70e standard, there are six primary responsibilities that facilities must meet, including. Shock arc flash blast osha 29 cfr 1910 subparts and 1926 subpart k electrical law national electric code nfpa 70e 2015 update standard for electrical safety in the workplace ieee std 1584 institute of electrical and electronics engineers guide for performing arcflash hazard. Calosha regulations on electrical safety require california employers to provide workers with a safe and healthful workplace. Electrical workers are exposed to electrical hazards when working on or near electrical equipment that may be energized at or above 50 volts ac or dc.
For further information about the council or upcoming safety related training, please visit our website at. The electrical arc flash hazard protection standard mandates the minimum safety rules, design criteria and practices for personnel working within the electrical arc flash hazard boundary of electrical systems operating at greater than 50 volts, ac or. Developing a culture of electrical safety nfpa 70e is a complicated document filled with many different practices and procedures, but even this document only does so much. Advice on safe work practices for energized circuits and parts, or high. Thats why its important for them to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment ppe to reduce the risk they are exposed to. Nfpa 70e helps companies and employees avoid workplace injuries and fatalities due to shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast, and assists in complying with osha 1910 subpart s and osha 1926 subpart k. After completion of work the removed material shall be stored shipped to safe. Ppe for the face and eyes includes devices such as safety glasses, goggles, and face shields.
Nfpa 70e defines those special circumstances and sets rigid electrical safety limits on voltage exposures, work zone boundary requirements and necessary personal protective equipment ppe. Only authorized employees may conduct electrical work. Safety practices and requirements electrical arc flash. Look at your hands and fingers look at your feet you are using your eyes 56.
Electrical safety program manual waste isolation pilot plant. Personal protective equipment policy ppe and clothing provided by the department are the property of the university. Have employees who work on high voltage systems or who are at risk of exposure to arc. Personal protective equipment ppe may be required in certain situations. Following these key principles can prevent shock or worse. Employers who need to provide ppe in the categories listed below must make certain that any new equipment procured meets the cited ansi standard. Comprehensive ppe chart for electrical workers ehazard. Reporting an unidentified hazard to your supervisor that might call for changes in the ppe being used. Risk assessment identifies the potential for injury depending upon the type of work being performed leads to appropriate selection of ppe personal protective equipment raises the dc electric shock safety threshold 100 vdc 50 vac.
Personal protection equipment grainger industrial supply. See our entire line of enespro ppe 40 cal suits here. One who has demonstrated skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of. The world leader in the manufacturing of personal protective equipment and live line tools to protect electrical workers from the hazards of their job. The right personal protective equipment ppe can help guard against excessive noise, flying debris, sharp objects, chemical spills and other workplace safety hazards. This procedure describes electrical hazards, including electrical shock and burns, arc flash burns, arcblast impacts, and other potential electrical safety hazards. Personal protective equipment standard another document from kmc mining covering ppe. Using good judgment when working near energized lines. Industrial electrical safety, 1991 avo multiamp corporation. Electrical protection handbook 1990 bussman, cooper industries, inc. Knowledge on the use of ppe, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools. Electrical personal protective equipment ppe environmental. Arc flash calculation method, requirements per nfpa 70e 2018, table.
List the basic types of personal protective equipment ppe for tasks involving electrical. Have all employees taken basic electrical safety for maintenance employees. Report any concerns related to electrical safety personal protective equipment to their supervisor. The basics of personal protective equipment ppe ppe traininginitial ppe 101 what is this training based on.
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