Electrical Safety Training Requirements for all Personnel

Abstract

There seems to be a misunderstanding in industry of who is required to take electrical safety training, as well as what would constitute a Qualified Worker, an Unqualified Worker, and a Competent Worker. This paper will identify the training requirements pertaining to the skills and knowledge that must be considered for a worker to be qualified. Also addressed are the training requirements for unqualified or non-electrical personnel who may be exposed to electrical hazards. Properly trained and qualified workers are required for performing maintenance on electrical equipment. Proper maintenance is required to help ensure electrical systems and equipment reliability, as well as the safety of employees working on, near, or interacting with the electrical systems and equipment. This paper will provide an insight into the training requirements and how this can reduce the risk of employee injuries and fatalities. The principles for performing a Needs Assessment, a Job/Task Analysis, and Job Hazard Analysis are also addressed as they relate to the information gathering needed for the development of an effective training program.