Training

SAFETY TRAINING ITINERARY

What is Arc Flash

• Definition
• Reasons and overview of changes to NFPA 70E-2004
• Methods of reducing Arc Flash Potential

Flash Protection Boundary and Limits of Approach

• Electric Shock Potential
  • Unintended Contact w/Electricity
  • Electric Shock and effects on the
    Human Body
  • Current Limit Tolerances
• Definition of Boundaries and Spaces
  • Flash Protection Boundary
  • Limited Space Boundary
  • Restricted Space Boundary
  • Prohibited Space Boundary
• Applying Boundaries and Spaces to Electrical Tasks
• OSHA/NEC distinctions between Qualified and Unqualified Persons
  • Applying the Approach Limits for Unqualified Persons
  • Applying the Approach Limits for Qualified Persons
• Energized Work Permits
  • Work Conditions Requiring Energized Work Permits
  • Exceptions to Required Energized Work Permits

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

• Protective Clothing
  • Rating Systems of Clothing
  • Burn Characteristics of Clothin
  • Flame Resistant vs. Flame
  • Retardant
  • Clothing Care and Wear
  • Characteristics
• Arc Flash Protection
  • Single Layer vs. Multi Layer
  • Protective Systems
  • Eye/Ear Protection
  • Gloves and Footwear
    

NFPA Methods of Selecting PPE

• Hazard Classifications
• Simplified,2 Category Response
• Arc Flash Hazards of Electrical Work Procedures
• Selection of PPE based upon Arc Flash Hazard Analysis