The most recent edition, Volume 7, contains updated information on establishing arc-flash hazard programs, understanding arc-flash hazard basics, creating lockout/tagout programs, among other topics. Our Electrical Safety Manuals are available for purchase here: Electricity Forum Estore

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Create documented training for electrical workers on Lockout Tagout procedures and the hazards of arc flash; Arrange appropriate tools for safe electrical work. Electrical safety programs state the requirements necessary to develop a solid electrical safety program within their organization.

NFPA 70 E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace; 29 CFR 1910.137 – Electrical Protective Devices; 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S – Electrical; 29 CFR 1910.147 – The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.269 - Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution; ANSI C2, the National Electrical Safety Code

When servicing is done on hard-wired equipment, the circuit breaker must be turned off, locked, and tagged with a tag and special padlock. Work on live equipment can only be done by electricians with Lockout/Tagout training. Most Electrical Safety Procedures include isolating Flammables, Solvents, and Chemicals from the point of ignition.

CSA Z462: Electrical Safety In The Workplace, is based on the NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. CSA Z462 was also created in harmonization with the Canadian Electrical Code, as well as with CSA-Z460, Control of Hazardous Energy – Lockout and Other Methods, and with CSA-M421, Use of Electricity in Mines.

Lockout Tagout is a term that refers to specific electrical procedures that are designed to safeguard electrical employees from electrocution in the event of unexpected energization of electrical equipment and machinery during service or electrical maintenance activities.

Many companies offer certification. The Electricity Forum Training Institute regularly provides courses throughout the year that examine important electrical safety issues such as lockout/tagout procedures, work on live (on) or dead (off) electrical equipment, and adhering to electrical safety standards CSA Z462 and the NFPA 70E.

Electrical dangers can occur very easily, which is why basic electrical safety must be practiced. Electrical accidents can happen when victims use unsafe or defective tools. Also, sometimes victims fail to de-energize, or do not exercise proper lockout and tagout procedures during electrical equipment repair, inspections or maintenance.

Industrial Electrical Safety. On average, every 30 minutes a worker is so severely injured on the job that they require time off to recover.