Unit 2167: Electrical Safety Comprehensive Unit Outline

1. Introduction to Electrical Safety

• Importance of electrical safety in the workplace
• Common electrical hazards
  • Electric shock
  • Arc flash and blast
  • Faulty wiring and equipment
• Consequences of electrical accidents
  • Injuries and fatalities
  • Property damage
  • Operational downtime

2. Electrical Safety Standards and Regulations

• Overview of key organizations and standards
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Compliance requirements
• Role of standards in promoting workplace safety

3. Risk Assessment in Electrical Work

• Definition and purpose of risk assessment
• Steps in conducting a risk assessment
  • Hazard identification
  • Risk evaluation
  • Determining risk control measures
• Implementing and monitoring controls
• Documentation and review

4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Electrical Work

• Types of PPE
  • Insulated gloves
  • Safety goggles and face shields
  • Helmets and hard hats
  • Safety footwear
  • Flame-resistant clothing
• Selection criteria based on risk level
• Proper use, maintenance, and limitations of PPE

5. Lockout/Tagout Procedures

• Definition and purpose of lockout/tagout (LOTO)
• Identifying hazardous energy sources
• Step-by-step LOTO procedure
  • Preparation
  • Shutdown
  • Isolation
  • Locking and tagging
  • Verification of isolation
• Roles and responsibilities
• Common challenges and solutions

6. Electrical Fire Safety

• Causes of electrical fires
  • Overloaded circuits
  • Faulty wiring
  • Equipment failure
• Fire prevention strategies
• Recognizing electrical fire hazards
• Proper fire extinguishing methods
  • Types of fire extinguishers suitable for electrical fires (Class C)
• Emergency response during electrical fires

7. Electrical Equipment Inspection and Maintenance

• Importance of regular inspections and maintenance
• Inspection checklists and schedules
• Identifying signs of wear and damage
• Preventive maintenance techniques
• Reporting and documenting findings

8. Emergency Response Planning for Electrical Incidents

• Components of an emergency response plan
• Evacuation procedures
• First aid protocols for electrical shock and burns
• Communication and contacting emergency services
• Training and drills

9. Electrical Safety Training and Education

• Importance of ongoing training
• Target audiences: employees, contractors, maintenance personnel
• Training methods and materials
• Evaluating training effectiveness

10. Case Studies and Real-Life Scenarios

• Analysis of notable electrical safety incidents
• Root cause identification
• Lessons learned
• Strategies for prevention and improvement

Note: Each section can include practical activities, quizzes, and discussions to reinforce learning.