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Electrocution Hazards Part I Worksite Safety

This first installment of a two-part series on Electrocution Hazards, brought to you by MARCOM, delves into Electrocution Hazards Part I: Worksite Safety. The course reiterates the electrical dangers present in a work environment, the protective measures and standards implemented by OSHA, and preventive steps employees should take to avoid electricity-related accidents and injuries. The course is a comprehensive blend of audio, motion visuals, textual information, and vibrant graphics, making it an affordable solution for safety and regulatory compliance training. The course content is divided into logical sections to facilitate easy comprehension and retention.

Electrocution Hazards Part I Worksite Safety

COURSE OVERVIEW

The course, Electrocution Hazards Part I Worksite Safety, aims to educate employees about the fundamental safety measures to be adopted when working around electrocution hazards. By the end of the course, participants should: Comprehend that electricity is responsible for numerous deaths and injuries in the construction sector each year, realize that majority of electrical injuries are preventable, be aware of the federal standards designed to shelter them from electrical hazards and electrocution, and be equipped with knowledge on how to work safely with electricity and prevent electrocution.

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

COURSE TOPICS

The online course, Electrocution Hazards Part I Worksite Safety, explores the following topics: 

  • Electrical hazards and OSHA standards
  • High voltage power lines
  • Tools, extension cords and receptacles
  • Grounding, continuity and GFCIs
  • Lock-out/Tag-out

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated time of completion is 45 minutes

PASS MARK

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass this course.


CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

After successfully completing the Electrocution Hazards Part I Worksite Safety course, a certificate of completion will be made available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 45 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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