On-Site Arc Flash & Electrical Safety Training
At Ritter Safety, we specialize in providing common-sense, educational, and insightful training to organizations of all sizes, from international corporations to small, family-owned companies. Our electrical safety program can help you regardless of whether you don’t have one yet or need to refine and upgrade your existing one. All industries in which employees come into contact with electrical hazards can benefit from our training—we have a wealth of experience teaching classes in your particular industry and can provide the ideal training class for you.
By offering Arc Flash and Electrical Safety Training, Ritter Safety helps reduce liability and improve workplace safety. Our High Quality and Affordable On-Site Training Classes can be held anywhere in the United States.
Take advantage of the convenience of having training right at your place of work. With Ritter Safety’s adjustable training program, you can get the perfect fit for your organization’s specific needs. On-site training allows for improved efficiency as your staff members stay on-site instead of having to leave for classes.
2-Hour Electrical Safety Training for the Unqualified Worker
The 2-hour training class should be attended by all employees who are unqualified electrical workers. Up to (3) 2 Hour classes can be taught in one day to help assist with shift coverage and work schedules.
2.5-Hour Electrical Safety Refresher Training for the Qualified Electrical Worker
The 2.5-hour training class is designed for experienced, qualified electrical workers who follow an updated, detailed Electrical Safety Program and receive Annual Refresher training. Up to (3) 2.5 Hour classes can be taught in one day to help assist with shift coverage and work schedules.
4-Hour Electrical Safety Refresher Training for the Qualified Electrical Worker
The 4-hour class should be considered the minimum level of initial training for Qualified Electrical Workers and is ideal for Refresher Training. Two 4-Hour classes can be taught on the same day to assist with shift coverage and help accommodate work schedules.
8-Hour Electrical Safety Refresher Training for the Qualified Electrical Worker
The 8-hour training class is highly recommended for qualified electrical workers, supervisors and management who have not attended a comprehensive electrical safety training class in recent years. The 8-hour class covers additional topics not included in the 4-hour class and allows more time for detailed explanation and discussion of each topic.
Additional Materials Included in All Electrical Safety Training Classes
• Handouts and Review Quizzes.
• Certificate of Completion.
• Employer Documentation Packet.
• Certificate of Continuing Education Credits upon request.
TOPICS INCLUDED
2 HR ARC FLASH & ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING
• Overview and explanation of Arc Flash and Shock Hazards.
• Explanation of Electrical Equipment Labeling Information.
• General Electrical Safety Requirements for all employees.
• Explanation of Shock and Arc Flash Boundaries.
• Qualified Person and Unqualified Person defined.
• Limitations and Restrictions for Unqualified Persons.
2.5 HR ARC FLASH & ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING
- Shock Hazard Risk Assessments.
- Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries for Shock.
- Detailed instruction regarding the use and care of, rubber insulated, voltage-rated gloves.
- Insulated tools and other voltage-rated materials.
- Arc Flash Hazards.
- Arc Flash Boundaries.
- Arc Flash Hazards with covers on and/or doors closed vs. covers off and/or doors open.
- Arc Flash Risk Assessment Procedures.
- PPE Selection for when the Incident Energy Analysis has been performed.
- PPE Selection for when the PPE Category Method must be used.
- Proper care and maintenance of Arc Flash PPE.
- New Job Safety Plan Requirements and recommendations for implementation.
- Job Briefing Requirements.
- Energized Electrical Work Permits (EEWP).
- Host Employer & Contract Employer Responsibilities.
4 HR ARC FLASH & ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING
• Overview and explanation of Arc Flash and Shock Hazards.
• Real-world, practical examples that illustrate the need and effectiveness of NFPA 70E.
• Relationship and differences between NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, NFPA 70 & OSHA.
• General Electrical Safety Requirements for all employees.
• OSHA and NFPA 70E Justification for Energized Work.
• Arc Flash Labeling Requirements including Explanation and Proper Interpretation.
• Shock Hazard Risk Assessments.
• Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries for Shock.
• Detailed instruction regarding the use and care of, rubber insulated, voltage-rated gloves.
• Insulated tools and other voltage-rated materials.
• Arc Flash Hazards.
• Arc Flash Boundaries.
• Arc Flash Hazards with covers on and/or doors closed vs. covers off and/or doors open.
• Arc Flash Risk Assessment Procedures.
• PPE Selection for when the Incident Energy Analysis has been performed.
• PPE Selection for when the PPE Category Method must be used.
• Proper care and maintenance of Arc Flash PPE.
• New Job Safety Plan Requirements and recommendations for implementation.
• Job Briefing Requirements.
• Energized Electrical Work Permits (EEWP).
• Host Employer & Contract Employer Responsibilities.
8 HR ARC FLASH & ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING
• Overview and explanation of Arc Flash and Shock Hazards.
• Real-world, practical examples that illustrate the need and effectiveness of NFPA 70E.
• Relationship and differences between NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, NFPA 70 & OSHA.
• General Electrical Safety Requirements for all employees.
• OSHA and NFPA 70E Justification for Energized Work.
• Arc Flash Labeling Requirements including Explanation and Proper Interpretation.
• Shock Hazard Risk Assessments.
• Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries for Shock.
• Detailed instruction regarding the use and care of, rubber insulated, voltage-rated gloves.
• Insulated tools and other voltage-rated materials.
• Arc Flash Hazards.
• Arc Flash Boundaries.
• Arc Flash Hazards with covers on and/or doors closed vs. covers off and/or doors open.
• Arc Flash Risk Assessment Procedures.
• PPE Selection for when the Incident Energy Analysis has been performed.
• PPE Selection for when the PPE Category Method must be used.
• Proper care and maintenance of Arc Flash PPE.
• New Job Safety Plan Requirements and recommendations for implementation.
• Job Briefing Requirements.
• Energized Electrical Work Permits (EEWP).
• Host Employer & Contract Employer Responsibilities.
• Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) & Creating an Electrically Safe Work Condition.
• NFPA 70E Requirements regarding proper Lockout / Tagout.
• LOTO Process and Procedures.
• Simple LOTO vs. Complex LOTO.
• Electrical Equipment Maintenance Requirements.
• Electrical Safety Program Requirements.
IMPORTANT NOTES
No particular hardware or program is required.
Participants can take part either single-handedly on their own PC or gadget, together in one training hall, or some mix of both.
Ritter Safety can help the Employer decide what level of training is needed for each employee as per OSHA and NFPA 70E regulations.
The 8-Hour Qualified Worker Training may be combined with the 2-Hour Unqualified Worker Training. Discounts may be available.