This 45 minute course presents fundamental information for employees on their employer's responsibilities to protect them from electrocution hazards on their job sites. Upon completing the course, employees should:
- Understand the OSHA regulations that address the different types of electrical hazards and the potential for electrocution that can be encountered on construction sites.
- Recognize the responsibilities that construction employers have to protect their workers from electrical hazards and electrocution.
- Understand how common electrical injuries are on construction sites and how to protect against them.
Associated Regulations
1926.1408(h)-Power line safety (up to 350 kV)--equipment operations.; 1926.403-General requirements; 1926.449-Definitions applicable to this subpart; 1926 Subpart K, Electrical; 1926.416- General requirements; 1926.416(a)- Protection of employees; 1926 Subpart C-General Safety and Health Provisions; 1926.405-Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use; 1926.404Wiring design and protection; 1926.951-Medical services and first aid; 1926 Subpart I Tools - Hand and Power