NFPA 70E 2018 – Arc Flash Awareness
Course Purpose:The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an overall understanding of the current requirements of NFPA 70E. A complete review of the standard will be provided, along with a review of the tables used to determine the Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries and tables and calculation methods used to determine the Arc Flash Boundary and for determining proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
This course will present the following major topics:
- Review of Work Practices required by NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
- Determining Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries
- Explain methods for inspecting electrical contacts
- Determining/Calculating the Arc Flash Boundary
- Selection of Personal Protective Equipment
Who Should Attend: Individuals that require access to, or will be exposed to the work area designated by the arc flash or limited approach boundaries should attend this course.
Prerequisites: To successfully complete this course, the following prerequisites are required:
• Familiarity with basic electricity
• Proficiency in student’s respective classification
OR
• Enrolled in an up-grader/apprentice program
Technology Requirements: All technology is provided for student use in the classroom by Rockwell Automation. It is not necessary for students to bring any technology with them when attending this course.
Student Materials: To enhance and facilitate your learning experience, the following materials are provided as part of the course package:
- Student Manual, which contains the key concepts, definitions, and examples presented in the course./li>
- NFPA 70E 2018 Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Hands-On Practice: Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills you have learned through class interaction and observational exercises. The interactive exercises focus on awareness, safe work practices, maintenance requirements, calculation methods, boundaries, and regulations learned during the lessons.
Course Length: This is a one-day course.
Course Agenda:
- Course Introduction:
- OSHA Final Rule
- Arc Flash Hazards, Statistics, and Considerations
- Protecting the Electrical Worker
- Safety-Related Work Practices
- Electrical Safety Program
- OSHA General Duty Clause
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S Requirements
- NFPA 70E 2018 Requirements
- 2017 NEC Article 110.16 Arc Flash Hazard Warning
- Electrical Safety Terminology
- Arc Flash Boundary
- Arc Rating
- Electrically Safe Work Condition
- Incident Energy
- Overcurrent Protective Devices
- Shock Protection (Limited and Restricted Approach) Boundaries
- Qualified Person
- Arc Flash Calculations Overview (NFPA 70E 2018)
- PPE Selection Based on Article 130 Tables
- Arc Flash Boundary Calculation
- Introduction to PPE Selection Based on Incident Energy Calculations
Additional Information:
Class begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. Times are approximate. Due to COVID-19, the classes may be held at an offsite location near the branch listed on the schedule. Exact times and the location of the class will be sent in your confirmation email from Rockwell Automation.
Class location
170 Mabry Hood Road
Knoxville, TN 37922