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Managing Electrical Hazards

Overview

This title ensures learners are ready to work safely near electrical hazards in the workplace, knowing how to avoid electrical hazards, analyze and document shock and arc flash hazards; and plan and conduct work around them.

Coverage of the NFPA 70E® Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® is integrated throughout to ensure learners are prepared with the code knowledge need to be successful on the job.

Craft Snapshot

RECOMMENDED HOURS
12.5
REVISED
2021, 5th Edition
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LANGUAGES
English, Spanish
Managing Electrical Hazards
12.5

Describes how to assess and eliminate shock, arc blast, and arc flash hazards using the practical safe working requirements detailed in NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®. Where it is not possible to eliminate a hazard, an energized electrical work permit must be completed, and workers must be protected by appropriate safety procedures and personal protective equipment.

Contributing Subject Matter Experts

Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are a vital part of NCCER’s Curriculum development process. SMEs are construction and maintenance professionals who have journey-level experience and have experience teaching their trades to others.

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Contributing Subject Matter Experts
Below is a list of subject matter experts for this craft:
C

Christine Porter, Intertek

J

John Lupacchino, Gaylor Electric, Inc.

John Mueller (Retired)

Justin Johnson, Quality Electric

K

Kermit Feser, TIC – The Industrial Company

Kevin Tice, Starr Electric and ABC of Carolinas

M

Mark Kozloski, Tri-City Electrical Contractors

Martin Kronz, Panduit

Mike Powers, Tri-City Electrical Contractors

P

Paul Asselin, Elm Electric and Gould Construction Institute

S

Scott Mitchell, Cianbro Companies

Steve Newton, National Field Services

T

Tiffany White, TIC – The Industrial Company

Tim Dean, Madison Comprehensive High School/Central OHIO ABC

Tim Ely, Beacon Electrical Contractors

W

Wayne Stratton, ABC of Iowa

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