Electrical energy can be found everywhere and has become an integral part of our everyday lives. All too often, we take electricity for granted, and become complacent with the many hazards involved with electrical energy. This program is designed to highlight the many hazards involved when workin on or near live electrical conductors, and concentrates on accident prevention techniques.
Topics covered in this program:
* Introduction to electrical hazards and definitions
* How electricity acts
* Conductors and Insulators
* Hazards of electricity - Electrical Shock, Heat,Fires, Fields, Toxicity
* Checklist for portable electric tools
* Classifications of fires and fire prevention techniques
* How shocks occur
* Severity of the shock
* Effects of electrical current in the human body
* Emergency response - symptoms of mild, moderate, severe and deadly shock
* Treatment and first aid with respect to electrical shock
* Electrical Safety Tips
* Hazard Identification and Analysis - Prevention techniques, P.P.E., etc.
* Conclusion
The Electrical Safety Awareness Program is approximately 4 hours in duration and is comprised of interactive discussion, overhead presentation, video and a short quiz. Each successful participant will receive a wall mount diploma style certificate, as will the host company.
