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Electrical Safety Programs, Ensuring Effective Development and Implementation

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Electrical Safety ProgramsEnsuring Effective Development and Implementation

Presented by:

Barry Boggs

Toyota

Mark Hilbert

MR H Electrical Inspections & Training

2017 NFPA Conference & Expo

Employer Responsibility•Under the OSHA law employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplaceExamine workplace conditions to make sure they conform to applicable OSHA standardsUse color codes, posters, labels or signs to warn employees of potential hazardsEstablish or update operating procedures and communicate them so that employees follow safety and health requirements


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From the OSHA Website•Most successful Injury and Illness Prevention Programs are based on a common set of key elements including:Management leadershipWorker participationHazard identification, prevention and controlEducation and trainingProgram evaluation and improvement.

Electrical Safety Programs•Just like automobiles they come in may different shapes, sizes and modelsDesigned to address specific conditions, needs and tasksLarge industrial facilitiesCommercial facilitiesElectrical contractors


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Who are the Stakeholders?•Everyone has a stake in the safety cultureMay come at different points in the processAll are affected in the case of an injury

• Includes the lives of spouses and other family members

Contractors and contract employees are exposed to the same hazards

Building an Effective Electrical Safety Culture•A group of people functioning as a team is more effective than the same people functioning individuallyFocused team efforts can have a significant influence on how workers feel about the electrical safety program

•Employers should charter an electrical safety committee (ESC)Reports to senior management

• Directly or through a safety manager


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Electrical Safety Committee•Composed of:Employees from all levels of the companyManagement representatives

Shifting the Bias•For many years most electricians and electrical technicians were expected to work on energized equipmentOne of the first objectives of the ESC should be to shift the bias

• Viewing the risk of an electrical injury as unacceptable

• Welcome worker input•Manager, supervisor and safety professionals buy-in and support is key


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NFPA 70E•110.1 Electrical Safety Program.•(A) General.The employer shall implement and document an overall electrical safety program that directs activity appropriate to the risk associated with electrical hazards.

• The electrical safety program shall be implemented as part of the employer’s overall occupational health and safety management system, when one exists.

NFPA 70E•110.1 Electrical Safety Program.(B) Maintenance(C) Awareness and Self-Discipline(D) Electrical Safety Program Principles(E) Electrical Safety Program Controls(F) Electrical Safety Program Procedures(G) Risk Assessment Procedure


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Electrical Safety Program Elements

Safe Work Practices•Once hazards are identifiedProcedures and plans can be developed and implementedBuild on the safety culture by integrating safe work practices into daily work routinesSupport the program with a budget


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Written Electrical Safety Program•The most effective way to convey the policies, procedures and work ethics of a companyA living document that evolves and is enhanced over timeHaving input from all affected parties is key to ensuring safety

•Designate a person(s) in charge

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How do you begin?•Establish a documented company standard or policy regarding Electrical Safety that is:ComprehensiveReviewed and endorsed by the management/leadership and key stakeholdersAddressing all the key elements of your Electrical Safety programAligned with the basic requirements found in OSHA and 70E


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Initial Release, conversion of former procedure


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Four Key Electrical Safety Program Elements•(1) Analyze Determine what electrical hazards you have and the severity they present to your workers

•(2) CommunicateIdentify and label these hazards

•(3) EducateTrain your workers on how to work safety around these hazards

•(4) ProvideMake sure your workers have the correct PPE and Tools to perform the jobs safety

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But wait there is more!•(5) CommitmentFor a effective, successful and sustainable program you must have management buy-in and most importantly a Management Champion


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Conduct an Analysis of the Hazards•Collect the information needed to perform engineering studies (analysis)?Determine if this work should be contracted to others who are qualified and experienced

• False starts and redo’s will lead to discouragement and disengagement, do pilot trails to limit this risk

Create one-line drawings of your electrical system (know what you have)Have a sustainability plan to keep this data base and drawings up to date

• How will you assure changes and additions are recorded and analyzed

Safe Work Practices•Dependent on the hazard and the worker’s exposureThe exposures are based on the work tasks

• Historically unsafe acts account for two-thirds of electrical accidents

• Therefore safe work practices should be the heart of the electrical safety program

Identify the hazardUse procedures and plans


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Site Assessment Checklists -Task Assessment

Site Assessment Checklists -Written Procedures


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Site Assessment Checklists -Training

Site Assessment Checklists -Lockout and Test Instruments


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Site Assessment Checklists -ESP

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Develop an Electrical Hazard Communication Method (labeling)•Determine the format for your electrical hazard warning labels (Arc Flash & Shock Hazard)Have labels printed (aligned to the ANSI Z535 series of stds).Attach the label in an easy to see location at all your electrical hazardsMake label suitable for the environment (outdoors, corrosive, etc.)Review your labels on a regular basis to make sure they are correct and power conditions haven’t changed


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Worker Education•IncludingRecognition of Shock and Arc Flash HazardsTest Instruments (Meters)

• Practical selection and use. Not just theoretical, but must include familiarity & operation with the same instruments they will be using

Garments/PPE• Make sure they understand the reason specific garments/PPE are needed for different types and magnitude of hazards

Hands-On demonstration• Correct operation of disconnects, lock-out use & confirmation, Voltage testing, etc.

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Training• It must be on their level & effectively delivered.• Are your students:Skilled electricians/technicians?Multi-Skill maintenance individuals

• Jack of all trades and Master of none!Your training must be dialed into your audiencePace the training to get and keep their attention

• Should it be delivered all at once or over several sessions? Assure the training is on their level, not over their head

• Use examples of work task/hazards they can relate to• Consider using hands-on exercises/simulators as part of the

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Training Instructors• Using internal or external resources?Are they available when needed?Are they truly knowledgeable and qualified?

• Poor instruction does no one any goodCan cause more problems than no training

They must know and fully understand your company’s Electrical Safety Policy (OSHA & 70E)Are they effective as an instructor

• Can they keep the students’ attention, stay focused on the subject and cover the material in the time allowed

Remember• A good technical person may not be a good instructor• Being a good instructor is a knack that not everyone has


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Risk Assessment Procedure•The electrical safety program must include a risk assessment procedure that address the employees exposure to the hazardThe procedure must identify the process used by the employee before work starts

• Identify the hazards• Assess the risk• Implement risk control according to a hierarchy of methods


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Assure that your workers have what they need• Will you provide the garments and PPE they need?If not, how are you going to confirm they are selecting the correct PPE?How will you assure these items are maintained correctly (cleaned, stored, repaired)?Will you establish a minimum level of protective garments or PPE that is to be worn daily?

• Will you provide the necessary and properly rated insulated hand tools & test instruments or at least specify what the worker must provide?You must establish the minimum category rating for test instruments used on your site


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Management Engagement•If you are to have an effective and sustainable Electrical Safety Program, it’s imperative your management is on board and committed to its continued success.Engage them in all aspect of your program.

It’s helpful to develop a special “Treetop” training program for them that’s on their level.Keep them up to date on changes that need to be made in the program (e.g. revisions to 70E).

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What do you do if you have an incident•Learn from it!•Communicate with your workersWhat happenedWhy did it happenHow to prevent a reoccurrence

•Revisit your company standard/policy and training programDetermine if you need to make changes to avoid reoccurrences


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Stay up to date with changes• Attend seminars & conferences such as IEEE’s annual Electrical Safety Workshop

• Benchmark with other companies similar to yoursShare methods and ideas that work well or not so well

• Search the webThere are many very informative web sites on Electrical Safety

• Never quit learningElectrical safety is constantly evolving with new insights and improved tools, garments, PPE, etc.

• Keep your program updated (policy, training, etc.)

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Audit your program• Establish a method & frequency for auditing your programAssures ongoing compliance with your company standard/policy.

• Engage your company’s management and front line supervisors in the periodic auditsMust include work practices, garment/PPE selection & usage, tools and test instrument upkeep, etc.

• Communicate the audit resultsThis helps in reveling gaps and shortcomings in your programGives credit to those leading the pack


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Don’t forget the non-electrical workers• Often labeled as “un-qualified”Let’s be PC, they are non-electrical personnelMake sure they receive electrical safety “awareness” training that’s geared to themWhile they don’t do electrical work, they may be exposed to electrical hazards

• They need to be able to recognize these hazards and take appropriate action, even if its just reporting of their observation

They need to know when to avoid situations that put them at risk, such as when work is being performed around exposed and energized equipment.

• Make sure they are comfortable reporting issues they see or perceive as potential hazard.

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