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Electrical Risk Assessment

This web-based Electrical Risk Assessment curriculum emphasizes the elements of hazard recognition and risk evaluation as detailed in CSA Z462, and the NFPA 70E. The methodologies and principles imparted in this curriculum are geared towards employees exposed to electrical hazards. This curriculum has been updated to adhere to the current rules and standards, including the recently revised CSA Z462 - Workplace Electrical Safety and the NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

Electrical Risk Assessment

COURSE OVERVIEW

This web-based Electrical Risk Assessment curriculum emphasizes the elements of hazard recognition and risk evaluation as detailed in CSA Z462, and the NFPA 70E. The methodologies and principles imparted in this curriculum are geared towards employees exposed to electrical hazards.

The Electrical Risk Assessment course would be beneficial for all electrical workers, encompassing electricians, electrical technicians, technologists, engineers, HVAC technicians, plant operations staff, Occupational Health and Safety professionals, and all personnel involved in conducting electrical switching operations.

While this curriculum is based on the standard of Workplace Electrical Safety, the lessons and techniques taught in this Electrical Risk Assessment course can be utilized for hazard recognition and risk evaluation in the workplace for all tasks.

This Electrical Risk Assessment course is endorsed by the Engineering Institute of Canada and is eligible for continuing educations credits.

This curriculum has been updated to adhere to the current rules and standards, including the recently revised CSA Z462 – Workplace Electrical Safety and the NFPA 70E – Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

COURSE TOPICS

  • Hazard identification and risk assessment
  • Responsibilities and regulations associated with the hazard identification and risk assessment process
  • Hazards associated with the use of electricity
  • Initial risk estimation
  • Parameters used in risk assessment
  • Risk reduction strategies
  • Risk evaluation
  • Risk reduction verification and the audit process
  • Risk Assessment Documentation and Communication
ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Around 4.5 Hours

PASS MARK

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. An 80% score is required to obtain a certificate of completion. Participants are allowed to retake the course twice if they do not achieve the pass mark. Printable resources are available in the form of a comprehensive student manual including exercises. The manual is a valuable resource for future use and knowledge retention.


CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this Electrical Risk Assessment course, an online certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS (CEU)

This Electrical Risk Assessment course qualifies for Continuing Education Credits from the Engineering Institute of Canada.

The Engineering Institute of Canada advocates for continuous learning for all engineers. They facilitate this by recognizing training providers that offer high-quality courses for professional development.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are one way the Engineering Institute of Canada supports professional development. CEUs are recognized by the broader engineering community as providing clear evidence of continuous learning in the engineering field.

One CEU is defined as “ten hours of participation in a continuing education program organized in compliance with prescribed standards under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction”.


COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 270 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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