T h i s p u b l i c a t i o n i s a n e w department of the army pamphlet. Detects a difference in current between the black and white circuit wires could happen when electrical equipment is not working properly causing a current leakage known as ground fault. I agree to report all injuries to my foreman immediately, no matter how minor the. The departments will develop and implement safe operating procedures specifically applicable to their role in implementation of the. Canadian safety association codes to protect the operator of the device from contact with energized electrical conductors. Uc irvine has developed a high voltage electrical safety program to establish minimum standards to ensure that our employees health and safety are protected during high voltage electrical work at uc irvine. Nfpa 70e standard for electrical safety in the workplace has been used as the. Electricity is a serious work place hazard, capable of causing both employee injury shocks. Most of the electrical health and safety regulations can be found in t8ccr, chapter. They are provided in both pdf handout format, as well as powerpoint format.
Removal of an isolating circuit element such as a fuse blocking of a controlling switch opening of an extra disconnecting device. An understanding of these principles is essential for comprehension of oshas electrical safety standards. A tingling feeling when you touch an electrical appliance discolored or warm wall outlets a burning or rubbery smell coming from an appliance flickering or dimming lights sparks from an outlet q inspect your home for hidden electrical hazards. The uc berkeley electrical safety program must be applied to every individual piece of equipment, research experimental apparatus or facility that has electrical energy as a source of power andor utility distribution in compliance with calosha code, california electrical code. Nevada electrical licensing program electrical safety professionals is a nonprofit organization of electrical professionals including safety managers, inspectors, electricians, contractors, engineers, manufacturers who design, install, inspect and maintain electrical systems. The electrical safety program governs the electrical safety implementing procedures owned by each department. The contractor shall comply with the requirements published in the current revisions of the national electrical code, national electrical safety code. Ground fault detected gfci can shut off electricity flow in as little as 140 of a.
The following field guides are provided to assist lbnl personnel in the application of pub3000, chapter 8 and the electrical safety manual while performing their duties. It is the policy of murray state university, office of environmental safety and health esh to protect all employees, students, and other personnel from potential electrical hazards. Safety the army electrical safety program department of the army pamphlet 38526 h i s t o r y. Tufts university requires that all such devices be evaluated by qualified workers such as a licensed electrician before connecting such devices to an electrical power source e.
The electrical safety program esp was created to comply with electrical systems regulatory requirements to ensure that energized electrical work at purdue university facilities is performed safely by qualified electrical workers who are provided with appropriate safe work procedures, protective equipment, and other controls. Describe the intent of an electrical safety program and list the essential elements of. A total of 2,000 workers are sent to burn centers with electric burns each year. Employees working in areas where there are potential. I agree to read and follow all safety rules outlined in this booklet.
Table of contents emory environmental health and safety office. The purpose of the uspl electrical safety program the program is to provide a. Assured grounding program this includes a written program, daily visual inspections, and a method to detect a faulty grounding wire in an extension cord or hand tool. Protection association nfpa 70e standard for electrical safety in the workplace. The contractor shall not operate electrical tools or equipment in wet areas or areas where potentially flammable dusts, vapors, or liquids are present, unless specifically approved for the location. The first and most commonly recognized hazard is electrical shock. Establishing the ahj for interpreting osha, nfpa 70, nfpa 70e, and other requirements for electrical work. Page 7 of 49 efcog electrical safety improvement project electrical current basically, electrical hazards can be categorized into three types.
Arcflash and other electrical safety hazards 27 electrical safety hazards 27 electric shock 27 arcflash and arc blasts 28 arcflash metrics 29 arcblast effect 31 light and sound effects 31 electrical hazard analysis 32 shock hazard analysis 32 approach boundaries 32 flash hazard analysis 34 arcflash calculations 35. Chartering a campus electrical safety committee to oversee and guide electrically safe equipment procurement, work practices and procedures at ucb. Most of the burn victims become permanently disabled from their injuries. Hs 001 september 10, 2015 page 4 of 25 joulescm2 and is derived from the determined value of the arc thermal performance value atpv or energy of breakopen threshold e. The second type of hazard is electrical burns and the third is the effects of blasts which include pressure.
This contractor safety program for insert company name. We rely on electricity, but sometimes underestimate its capability of causing injury. Checklist national fire protection association the leading information and knowledge resource. Enter name here will be responsible for overall direction of the contractor safety program. Electrical safety special training is required for work on electrical equipment only authorized employees may conduct electrical work. The contractors shall ensure that only qualified electricians are permitted to work on electrical systems and equipment that uses or controls electrical power.
Uc irvine is required by california osha calosha, as well as other. Electricalsafety program 50vv the purpose of clemson universitys cu electrical safety program is to protect all staff, students, and faculty from electrical hazards. Electrical safety professionals is a nonprofit organization of electrical professionals including safety managers, inspectors, electricians, contractors, engineers, manufacturers who design, install, inspect and maintain electrical systems. Electrical safety program california state university. Purpose the purpose of this policy is to establish safe work practices that are intended to prevent electric shock or other injuries resulting from either direct or indirect electrical contacts when work is. It is not a replacement for an iipp or safety manual. Lockout and tagout ensures that all employees are protected from the unexpected activation of mechanical andor electrical equipment during maintenance, r epairing, cleaning, servicing, or adjusting of machinery, or equipment. General requirements this procedure, including the training requirements, applies to both qualified and unqualified persons who work on, near, or. Summary da pam 38526 the army electrical safety program this is a new department of the army pamphlet, dated 1 february 20o this pamphlet introduces the army electrical safety program. Electrical safety program electricity is a serious workplace hazard, capable of causing both employee injury and property damage.
When electrical faults occur, the electrical system is subjected to both thermal and magnetic forces. Electrical safety program hazard risk assessment task. Electrical safety policy university of wisconsinmilwaukee i. Electrical transmission and distribution construction contractors and trade association osha partnership best practices. Loto, both loto programs must be coordinated to comply with 29cfr 1910. T h i s p a m p h l e t p r e s c r i b e s army guidelines for protecting army per s o n n. Safety and health for electrical trades student manual cdc pdf pdf 1.
Grounding gives a stray current somewhere to go and keeps workers from becoming part of the circuit. Electrical safety michigan water environment association. Coordinating or providing general training on the contents of this program. It shall be used to ensure that the machine or equipment is. If your employees perform maintenance on electric equipment or machines, or simply work with electrical tools, extension cords or are exposed to electrical hazards, the answer is yes. Uw personnel need to be aware of the hazards electricity poses, such as shock, fire and explosion, and either eliminate or control those hazards. The electrical safety program is designed to prevent electrically related injuries and property damage. Electrical safety in the workplace 2 course goal the aim of this program is to provide comprehensive onsite training to high risk workers i. Investing in safety and health activity now will better enable you to avoid possible losses in the future. The electrical safety program esp was created to comply with electrical systems regulatory requirements to.
The electrical safety program esp was created to ensure that electrical work at depaul university is performed only by facility operations electriciansqualified engineers or contracted appliance and repair technicians together referred to as qualified electrical personnel who have been. Authorization is hereby granted to employees in the following classifications, on the condition that the employee has completed training and experience in electrical safety and the national electric code. Evaluating the overall effectiveness of the electrical safety program. Scope and structure of the overall electrical safety program b. Electrical construction and maintenance workers safety manual. General requirements this procedure, including the training requirements, applies to both qualified and unqualified persons who work on, near, or with exposed energized parts. Roles and responsibilities, including electrical safety officers and electrical safety advocates. This is meant to guide you through setting and implementing your policies. The manual is designed to engage the learner in recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards associated with electrical work. It was developed through extensive research with vocational instructors, and we are grateful for their valuable contributions. This guide is not meant to be either a substitute for or a legal interpretation of the occupational safety and health regulations. Division of safety and hygiene sample written program electrical safety purpose electricity is a serious work place hazard, capable of causing both employee injury shocks, electrocution, fires and explosions as well as serious property damage. It also assures that all employees are protected against the release of residual stored energy in machines. Electrical safety basic awareness provides basic electrical hazard awareness information in accordance with osha 29 cfr 1910 subpart s.
This program also provides for proper training of maintenance employees to ensure they have the requisite knowledge and understanding of electrical work practices and procedures. This program is designed to protect employees exposed to hazards such as electric shock, electrocution, fires and. This program applies to all employees with exposure to electricity through the operation of switches, controllers, lockout procedures, power supply installations or. Lockout and tagout policy for enter company name purpose. Even household current 120 volts can stop your heart. You are encouraged to use these guides in the field as well as for safety and tailgate sessions. T h i s p a m p h l e t p r e s c r i b e s army guidelines for protecting army per s o n n e l, f a c i l i t i e s, a n d e q u i p m e n t f r o m. Calosha regulations on electrical safety require california employers to provide workers with a safe and healthful workplace. Meeting osha regulations, reducing insurance costs, and minimizing downtime and repair costs are additional benefits of electrical safety programs. This procedure establishes the minimum requirements for the lockout of energy isolating devices whenever maintenance or servicing is done on machines or equipment. Reviewing and updating the electrical safety program, every three years.
United heartland has developed a sample electrical safety program our customers can use to help ensure proper precautions are taken when their employees. The value of an electrical safety program every good safety and health program provides measures to control electrical hazards. Hs 001 september 10, 2015 page 4 of 25 joulescm2 and is derived from the determined value of the arc thermal performance value. The electrical safety program has the following objectives. The measures suggested in this course should be helpful in getting a better understanding of introduction to electrical safety practices and will introduce you to the electrical safety program. These regulations are contained in title 8 of the california code of regulations t8ccr. Electrical workers safety handbook 1 a c k n o w l e d g m e n t handbook acknowledgment this is to acknowledge that i have received my copy of the electrical workers safety handbook. Establishing requirements and controls for implementing the program.
The purpose of this program is to establish minimum standards to prevent hazardous electrical exposures to personnel and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements applicable to electrical systems. The intent of this program is to familiarize people with potential electrical hazards at the. This program applies to all employees with exposure to electricity through the operation of switches, controllers, lockout procedures, power supply installations or maintenance with direct exposure to. In addition to providing for employee safety, this document will contribute to the protection of university of virginia equipment and continuity of operations. Electrical incidents cause an average of days away from work because of associated injuries. Table of contents emory environmental health and safety. This includes a written program, daily visual inspections. Electrical hazards awareness page 5 of 49 efcog electrical safety improvement project objectives terminal objective 1.
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