Understanding NFPA 70E: Electrical Hazards and Safe Practices In Industrial Environments

Electricity is essential in today’s workplace, but it can also present serious hazards when not handled properly. This online training course introduces employees to the electrical hazards addressed by the NFPA 70E Standard and the safe work practices used to prevent injuries in industrial environments. Using practical examples, learners gain an understanding of the three primary types of electrical hazards from this course: electric shock, arc flash, and arc blast. This course emphasizes how proper planning and preparation can reduce risk, including the importance of developing a Job Safety Plan. This training highlights the importance of using PPE as a final layer of protection, while reinforcing that safe behaviors, proper planning, and hazard awareness are critical to preventing incidents. In addition, the course covers safe work practices such as inspecting tools and equipment, verifying voltage, maintaining situational awareness, and following established procedures when working near electrical equipment.