Electrical Safety NFPA 70E – Arc Flash Training

Course Overview:

The Electrical Safety NFPA 70E: Arc Flash Training is a critical program designed for workers who may be exposed to electrical hazards. This includes qualified electricians, maintenance technicians, and supervisors responsible for electrical safety.

Accurate Safety Compliance has developed this course in alignment with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K, and the most recent edition of NFPA 70E.

Participants will gain essential knowledge of electrical hazard awareness, arc flash and shock protection, risk assessments, safe approach boundaries, incident energy analysis, PPE selection, equipment labeling, energized work permits, and emergency response procedures.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify electrical hazards including shock, arc flash, and arc blast.
• Explain the purpose and scope of NFPA 70E and its relationship to OSHA requirements.
• Apply the hierarchy of risk controls to electrical work.
• Establish approach boundaries and determine safe working distances.
• Select, inspect, and use arc-rated PPE and insulated tools properly.
• Interpret arc flash warning labels and documentation.
• Follow procedures for creating an Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC).
• Complete and comply with Energized Electrical Work Permits (EEWP).

Purpose:

The purpose of this course is to ensure workers can:

• Recognize and mitigate shock and arc flash hazards.
• Implement safe work practices that align with NFPA 70E and OSHA standards.
• Assess risks, establish protection boundaries, and apply required controls.
• Select and maintain arc-rated PPE appropriate to the task and hazard level.
• Comply with documentation and permit requirements for energized work.
• Contribute to a safer, more compliant workplace where electrical tasks are performed responsibly.

This training is designed not only to meet regulatory compliance but also to build a strong safety culture within your workforce.

Target Audience:

This NFPA 70E course is intended for:

• Qualified electrical workers and maintenance staff.
• Supervisors and safety professionals overseeing electrical tasks.
• Employees who may be exposed to electrical hazards in industrial, construction, or maintenance environments.

This is an instructor-led classroom course, supplemented with case studies, interactive discussions, and demonstrations

Optional hands-on exercises may be included for PPE use and boundary application.

Duration:

The training typically lasts 4–8 hours and includes a combination of lecture, multimedia presentations, group discussions, case studies, and knowledge checks.

Certification:

Upon successful completion, students will receive an Electrical Safety NFPA 70E: Arc Flash Certification.

The certificate includes the employee’s name, the trainer’s signature, and the training date. Certification is valid for three years, or as required by company policy.

Certificates are stored digitally in each student’s Training Passport, providing a verifiable history of training records for compliance and auditing.

This course meets the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K, and NFPA 70E.

Evaluation:

Students will be evaluated through:

• Participation in discussions and case studies.
• Scenario-based exercises and practical demonstrations.
• A final written exam requiring a minimum passing score of 80%.

Prerequisites:

No prior NFPA 70E certification is required. Experience with electrical equipment or basic safety training is recommended.

Electrical Safety NFPA 70E: Protecting Workers from Arc Flash & Shock Hazards

Enroll in this essential training to gain the knowledge and skills required to work safely with or around energized electrical equipment, protect your team from arc flash incidents, and ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards.