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32 Modules – 8 PDHs / 0.8 CEUs
Module 1
Introduction to 2024 NFPA 70E
- Introduction
- 3 Year Retraining Requirements
- 3 Year Revision Cycle
- Public Inputs and Public Comments
- First Draft Report
- Second Draft Report
- Free Online NFPA 70E Viewer
- Qualified Person Requirements
Module 2
Qualified Person
- Qualified Person Requirements
- Decision Making Process
- Perform the Job Safety Planning
- Identify Electrical Hazards
- Assess the associated risk
- Select the appropriate risk control methods
- Shock Hazard
- Physiological Response to Electric Current
Module 3
Arc Flash Hazard
- Thermal Injury
- Blast Pressure
- Ultraviolet Light
- Inhalation
- Sound Pressure
- Shrapnel / Debris
- Onset of Second Degree Burn
- 1.2 calories/centimeter^2
Module 4
Global Changes
- NEC Style Manual
- Administrative vs. Application
- Addition of “Electric” to Shock
- Deletion of “Leather” from Leather Protectors
- ASTM F3258 “Protectors”
- Scope Required as ABC.1 of Each Article
Module 5
Article 90 Introduction
- Addition of Scope 90.1
- 90.2 Purpose
- 90.3 Workplaces Covered and Not Covered
- 90.4 Standard Arrangement
- Explanation – Chapter 3 Can Modify Chapter 1
- Mandatory and Permissive Language
Module 6
OSHA and NFPA 70E
- OSHA Origin – 1970
- OSHA Revision Process
- NFPA 70E Committee Formed – 1976
- History of OSHA / NFPA Relationship
- NFPA 70E First Edition Published – 1979
- Applicability
Module 7
Definitions – Part 1
- 100.1 Scope
- All Definitions Relocated to Article 100
- Structure Changed for Electronic Searching
LeatherProtector- Ionizing and Nonionizing Radiation
- Lung and Hearing Protection Boundary
- Hearing Protection Boundary
- Electrical Safety Program
- Electrically Safe Work Condition
- Arc Resistant Equipment
Module 8
Definitions – Part 2
- Available Fault Current
- Condition of Maintenance
- Qualified Person
- Risk
- Risk Control
- Electric Shock Hazard
- Nominal Voltage
- Working On – Diagnostic
- Working On – Repair
- Working Distance
Module 9
General Requirements 110.1 and 110.2
- 110.1 Scope (NEW)
- Reorganization
- 110.2 Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC)
- Hazard Elimination – First Priority
- Electrically Safe Work Condition Policy
- ESWC Documentation
- ESWC When Required
- Within Restricted Approach Boundary
- Interaction that can Increase Likelihood of Arc Flash
- Exceptions to ESWC
Module 10
110.2(B) Normal Operation
- New Condition: Equipment is Rated for Fault Current
- Normal Operating Condition changed to Normal Operation of Electrical Equipment.
- New Informational Note: Evaluating Water Damaged Electrical Equipment
- Less than 50 Volts – Additional Language Regarding Burns or Explosion due to Electric Arcs
Module 11
110.3 Electrical Safety Program – Part 1
- Electrical Safety Program (ESP)
- Inspection Requirements
- Condition of Maintenance
- Awareness and Self-Discipline
- Program Principles
- Program Controls
- Program Procedures
- Annex E: Electrical Safety Program
Module 12
110.3 Electrical Safety Program – Part 2
- Elements of Risk Assessment Procedure
- Human Error
- Hierarch of Risk Control Methods
- Job Safety Planning | Job Briefing
- Incident Investigation
- Audits – Electrical Safety Program / Field Work
- Training Requirements
- Host and Contract Employer’s Responsibilities
Module 13
Training
- Electrical Safety Training
- Qualified Person Requirements | Compliance
- Unqualified Person
- Additional Training | Retraining
- Use of Interactive Electronic | Web-Based Training
- Training Documentation
- Lockout/Tagout Procedure Training
- Emergency Response Training
- Contact Release | First Aid | Verification
Module 14
Host and Contract Employer’s | Test Instruments
- Host Employer’s Responsibilities
- Host Employer – Examples
- Contract Employer Responsibilities
- Communication | Host and Contractor
- Documentation
- Multi-Employer Worksites
- Test Instruments
- Use of Test Instruments – Qualified Persons
- Equipment Use – Manufacturer’s Instructions
Module 15
Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition
- 120.1 Scope
- Lockout/Tagout Program
- Employer Responsibilities
- Lockout/Tagout Principles
- Up-To-Date Drawings and Diagrams
- Lockout/Tagout Equipment
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Locating Sources
- Exceptions
Module 16
Process of Establishing an ESWC
- General Requirements
- Determine Sources of Electrical Supply
- Interrupt Load | Visually Verify
- Release Stored Electrical Energy – Capacitors
- Block / Relieve Nonelectrical Energy
- Apply Lockout / Tagout Devices
- Test Absence of Voltage At Each Point of Work
- Absence of Voltage – Live-Dead-Live
- Ground all Circuit Parts When Necessary
Module 17
Work Involving Electrical Hazards
- Article 130 Organization
- 130.1 Scope
- Energized Electrical Work Permit
- History of Work Permit
- Elements of the Work Permit
- Example – Energized Electrical Work Permit
- Authorizing Signature(s)
- Exemptions to Work Permit
- Reluctance to Sign Work Permit
Module 18
Electric Shock Risk Assessment
- Electric Shock Risk Assessment
- Process/Flow Chart of Assessment
- Estimate Likelihood and Severity
- Condition of Maintenance
- Addition Protect Measures
- Limited Approach Boundary
- Restricted Approach Boundary
- Approach Boundaries Table – Revisions
- RAB Adjustment for elevations above 3000 ft.
Module 19
Arc Flash Risk Assessment
- General Requirements
- Process/Flow Chart of Assessment
- Estimate Likelihood and Severity
- Additional Protective Measures
- Estimate the Likelihood of Occurrence
- Arc Flash Boundary
- Simplify with Large Arc Flash Boundary
- Incident Energy Analysis Method
- Arc Flash PPE Categories
Module 20
Incident Energy Analysis
- Arc Flash Study Overview
- Incident Energy Parameters
- Short Circuit Current and Arc Duration
- PPE Arc Rating Parameters
- ATPV and Ebt
- Incident Energy and Working Distance
- 5 Year Review | Major Changes
- Iterative Approach for Source Fault Data
- Time Current Curves and Arc Duration
Module 21
PPE Selection
- General Requirements
- Table 130.5(G) Arc Rated PPE Selection
- Footwear Requirements
- Outerwear Arc Ratings
- Effect of Protective Device Settings
- Examples of Major Changes
- Estimate Likelihood and Severity
- Condition of Maintenance
Module 22
Arc Duration | Time Current Curves
- Introduction to Time Current Curves
- Logarithmic Scale
- Interpreting Graphs
- Protective Device and Arc Duration
- Adjustable Molded Case Circuit Breakers
- Solid State Circuit Breakers
- Long Time, Short Time, Instantaneous
- Effect of Low Arcing Current
- Transformer Secondary Blind Spot
Module 23
Arc Flash (Equipment) Labels
- Minimum Labeling Requirements
- Incident Energy OR PPE Category
- Arc Rating | PPE Level
- “Grandfather” Exception
- Label Durability
- Exception for No Information if Documented
- Limited and Restricted Approach Distance
- Should Date be on the Label?
- ANSI Z535 Signal Words and Colors
Module 24
Jim’s Simplified Arc Flash Labels
- 130.5(H) Minimum Label Requirements
- Standardized Arc Flash Boundary
- Arc Rating of PPE
- Voltage
- Signal Word and Message Panel
- Simplifies Work Practices
- Simplifies 5 Year Review Process
- Almost Eliminates the Need to Re-Label
- 40 cal/cm^2 Discussion
Module 25
Unusual Labels
- Large Incident Energy
- Service Entrance Equipment
- Use of 2 Seconds
- Green Label?
- Category 0 – Dangerous?
- 150 second Arc Duration?
- Long Arc Duration = Large Incident Energy
- No Arc Flash Hazard Exists? Wrong!
- Discussion of Using 1.2 vs. 2.0 cal/cm^2
Module 26
Personal Protective Equipment
- 130.7 Personal and Other Protective Equipment
- Reorganization and General Requirements
- Care of Equipment
- Electric Shock and Arc Flash Protection
- PPE to Verify Absence of Voltage with Large Incident Energy
- Risk Reduction Methods
- Head, Face, Neck, Chin Protection
- Eye and Hearing Protection
- Body Protection
Module 27
PPE: Hand, Arm and Foot Protection
- Electric Shock Protection
- Arc Flash Protection
- Maintenance and Use
- Periodic Electrical Tests
- Using Insulating Gloves whiteout Protectors
- Table 130.7(C)(7)(a): Maximum Use Voltage
- Term “Gauntlet” Replaced
- Foot Protection – Touch and Step Potential
Module 28
Arc Flash Protection
- General Requirements
- Arc Flash Suits
- Head Protection
- Face Protection
- Hand Protection
- Foot Protection
- Clothing and Apparel NOT Permitted
- Applicable Standards ASTM and IEC
- Arc Flash Testing – Lab Overview
Module 29
PPE Category Method
- History of PPE Categories (Originally HRC)
- PPE Category Method Overview
- Category 1, 2, 3, 4
- Table Parameters – Fault Current
- Fault Clearing Time and Working Distance
- DC PPE Categories – New Test Data
- Use of 2 Second Cut Off – DC Categories
- Reclosing Circuits After Protective Device Operation
- Look Alike Equipment
Module 30
Chapter 2 Maintenance Requirements
- Overview of Chapter 2
- General Maintenance Requirements
- Maintenance and Documentation Responsibility
- Calibration Labels
- Use of Noncontact Diagnostic Methods
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Current Limiting vs. Non Current Limiting Fuses
- Circuit Breakers – Maintain Free of Cracks
- Circuit Breaker Testing After Electrical Faults
Module 31
Chapter 3 | Article 320 | Batteries/Rooms
- General Requirements
- Shock Hazard AC vs. DC
- 320.1 Scope
- 48 Vdc, Float Voltage, 50 Vdc Threshold
- DC Voltage Threshold 50 Vdc vs. 100 Vdc
- Addition of Short Circuit Threshold 1000 watts
- Thermal Threshold
- Battery Risk Assessment Multiple Hazards
Module 32
Article 330, 340, 360, Annex S
- 330: Safety Related Work Practices – Lasers
- 340: Safety Related Work Practices – Power Electronic Equipment
- 360: Safety Related Work Practices – Capacitors
- Stored Energy Thresholds
- Informative Annex O – High Impedance Test Points
- Informative Annex S: Assessing Condition of Maintenance
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