OSHA Standards for Lockout-Tagout & Arc Flash
WF (non-credit) Misc | Available
This course focuses on OSHA standards for Lockout/Tagout safety and is designed for employees who work with electrical systems or may be exposed to electrical hazards and arc flash risks. This includes, but is not limited to, facility managers, plant or manufacturing personnel, maintenance workers, and safety directors at companies handling electrical work. Upon completion, participants will receive a wallet card, which is a verifiable, recognized credential similar to an OSHA card, issued by the University of Texas at Arlington.
Topics Covered in this Course Include:
• Overview and explanation of Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Protection
• General Electrical Safety Requirements for all employees
• Arc Flash Labeling Requirements
• Shock Hazard Risk Assessments
• Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries for Shock
• Insulated tools and other voltage-rated materials
• Arc Flash Hazards
• Arc Flash Boundaries
• Arc Flash Risk Assessment Procedures
• PPE Selection
• Proper care and maintenance of Arc Flash PPE
• Electrical Safety Program Requirements
• The Purpose of LOTO
• Fatalities and Injuries
• LOTO Violations
• OSHA Definitions
• Preventing the Unexpected Release of Energy
• Key Components of an Energy Control Program
• LOTO Procedures
• Periodic Inspection
• Group LOTO
• Steps for Performing Testing or Maintenance