CAL/OSHA Electrical Safety

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Online Certification Course | Title 8 CCR, Section 2299–2599 & 2700–298

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Price

$39.95

E-Learning

2 Hours

OSHA | Safety

0.2 CEUs (or 2 CMEs)

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What you are going to learn

This online certification course presents an overview of the State of California regulations for work around low-voltage and high-voltage electrical installations. The course covers the Cal/OSHA Electrical Safety Orders (ESOs) outlined in Title 8 of the Code of California Regulations; hazards of working near or around electricity; and employer and employee responsibilities for ensuring a safe workplace.

Working with electricity is almost unavoidable, and the hazards of electrical shock are well documented. Still, exposure to electricity remains a major hazard on the job. Depending on the amount of electrical current and the length of time the current is present in the body, electrical shock can result in injury or death. Anyone who works with electricity on the job needs to understand and follow applicable safety regulations.

Who This Course is For

Case Study: A team was installing electrical equipment at a food-processing plant. The equipment was energized while workers took measurements for the new installation. One worker was waiting to retrieve fish tape that was being threaded through new conduit. The tape contacted an activated bus bar, causing an arc flash. The worker received severe third-degree burns to his face and hands.

Key Takeaways: Always de-energize an area before working near or installing equipment. The victim was not wearing the proper PPE for the task at hand. Rather than wearing the recommended full-face shield, rubberized gloves, and flame-retardant outerwear, the victim was wearing only a pair of safety glasses.

California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, sets and enforces standards pertaining to electrical safety. Regulations regarding electrical training can be found in Title 8 of California's Code of Regulations (CCR) in Subchapter 5. These regulations are broken down further into Low-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders found in Subsections 2299-2599 and High-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders found in Subsections 2700-2989.

Introduction to Electrical Safety Regulations

Electrical Safety Regulations
Cal/OSHA Safety Orders
NFPA 70E
Key Terms

The Importance of Electrical Safety

Who Is At Risk for Electrical Accidents?
General Employer Responsibilities
Employee Responsibilities

Electrical Hazards

Effects of Electrical Current
Electrical Shock Hazard
Physical Reactions to Electrical Shock
Fall Hazard
Electrical Burn Hazard
Arc Flash Hazard
"People" Hazards

Cal/OSHA Low-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders

Low-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders (ESO-LV)
Who May Perform Electrical Work
Work on Energized Equipment or Systems
Making Connections
Minimum Approach Distance
Work on De-Energized Equipment or Systems
Re-Energizing of Equipment or Systems
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions (Fall Protection)
New Protection Requirements for Flames and Electrical Arcs
Working Space
Hazard Assessment for Flames and Electrical Arcs
PPE/Apparel for Flames and Electrical Arcs
Exceptions Based on Arc Ratings
Further Regulations Related to PPE for Flames and Arcs

Electrical Installation Requirements

Working Space
Marking and Identification

Grounding

Branch Circuits and Receptacles
Outlet Devices
Outdoor Wiring and Services
Overcurrent Protection and Circuit Breakers
General and Temporary Wiring
Open Wiring
Cabinets, Boxes, and Fittings
Switches and Switchboards

Further ESO-LV Requirements

Flexible Cords and Cables
Motors and Disconnections
Hazardous Locations
Specialized Regulations

Cal/OSHA High-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders

General Regulations
General Regulations - Testing or Determining Voltage
Minimum Approach Distance
Types of Insulation
Tools and Protective Equipment
Fall Protection
Line Tools
Testing Live Line Tools
Hand Tools and Pneumatic Tools
Service and Service Entrance Equipment

Further ESO-HV Requirements

Feeders and Branch Circuits
Wiring

Conduits

Continuous Rigid Cable Supports
Suspension of Cables
Enclosures for Electrical Installations

Conductors, De-energizing, and Clearance

Other Elements of High-Voltage Installations
Regulations for Special Situations and Locations
Outdoor Wiring
Working near Overhead Lines
Work Around High-Voltage Lines
Communication with Employees
De-energizing Lines and Equipment
Clearance Requirements
Re-energizing Lines and Equipment
Grounding
Protective Grounding Equipment
Connecting and Removing Grounds
Specialized Regulations

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Exam

It will take a MINIMUM of 2 hours to complete this online course. The student may log on and off as needed. A bookmark will be set so when they log back in they will return to where they left off.

We have no restrictions on how long a person takes to complete a course.

According to California OSHA, retraining must be provided when there is a change in working conditions or when the employer observes a need for employee re-education. This online certification meets these training requirements.

Each student will receive 0.2 CEUs (or 2 CMEs) from Compliance Training Online® for completing this course.

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