The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has developed electrical safety requirements to protect employees from electrical hazards. The Electrical General Requirements standard (29 CFR 1910.303) is one of OSHA’s most frequently cited standards. Among these standards, this course covers requirements for listed and labeled equipment, proper use of flexible cords and cables, working space requirements, and effective electrical safety programs.

• Discuss the aspects of electric equipment inspected during an electric equipment examination​
• Describe the listing process for electrical equipment, including the role of nationally recognized testing laboratories
• Discuss requirements for nonconforming, custom, and modified electric equipment​
• Identify requirements for installation and working space
• Discuss the requirements for electrical disconnect switches and guarding electrical equipment
• Define “qualified person”
• List the elements of an OSHA-compliant electrical safety program