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  • OSHA: Controlling Electrical Hazards in the Workplace

    Credits: 2 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides an overview of basic electrical safety on the job. OSHA standards for electrical safety are referenced. Causes and effects of electrical shocks on the human body are described. Equipment and procedures for protecting workers are discussed. Resources provided by OSHA are identified.

    Topics:

    This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:
    • Common conductors and insulators; effect of moisture
    • Cause and effect of shocks
    • Types of injuries resulting from current flow through the body
    • Types of protection: guarding, insulating, grounding, installing circuit protection devices
    • Dangers of overhead power lines
    • Assistance from OSHA

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: for electrical, civil, construction, and mechanical engineers concerned with controlling electrical hazards in the workplace.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Labor (OSHA)

    Mark Rossow PhD, PE (retired)

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