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Course Description

Electrical current can be very dangerous and even fatal. According to national workplace injury data from OSHA, electrocution is number three of the “Fatal Four” The Most Common Causes of Construction Site Deaths. In this class, students are taught to understand the basics of electricity, what the various types of electrical hazards are, how to recognize electrical hazards in their workplace, and OSHA rules and regulations. Students will receive the working knowledge necessary to recognize electrical hazards, and how to prevent injuries in the workplace.

Course Outline

  • Discuss the basics of electricity
  • Distinguish various types of hazards in your workplace
  • Understand the OSHA rules, regulations and other industry standards relating to electrical hazards
  • Recognize electrical hazards at your workplace
  • Tools to inspect work areas for potential electrical hazards.
  • Conduct a baseline electrical safety inspection of your workplace
  • Identify actions that can be taken to correct and prevent electrical hazards

Learner Outcomes

  • Knowledge of basic electricity
  • Identify the impact of exposure to electrical hazards.
  • Recognize potential electrical hazards
  • Know the OSHA rules, regulations and other industry standards relating to electricity.
  • Identify controls to prevent exposure to electrical exposure.
  • Identify other sources of energy.

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For Live-Online courses, students must have video capabilities to reinforce attendance and participation requirements.
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Section Title
Electrical Hazard Awareness
Type
Blended: Online & In-person Meetings
Days
W
Time
8:00AM to 10:00AM
Dates
May 29, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
2.0
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $75.00 Click here to get more information
Section Title
Electrical Hazard Awareness
Type
Blended: Online & In-person Meetings
Days
W
Time
8:00AM to 10:00AM
Dates
Aug 07, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
2.0
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $75.00 Click here to get more information
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