Hazards & Controls
Fire Safety
Electrical Safety

Understanding the Problem of Arc Faults and Fires

A number of electrical fires have been attributed to aluminum wiring

Series of articles outlines the hazards and remedies for aluminum wiring

Reference document covers the hazards of electrical equipment

The effects of electricity on the human body with dry skin and moist skin

Electrical safety requirements in Canada

Web-based training on capacitor safety - includes test

Child safety advice

Identify and control the hazards that commonly cause the most serious construction injuries

Series of CPSC safety alert bulletins related to electrcal hazards

Alternatives to conduit to cut installed cable costs in Class I hazardous locations

Series of quizzes related to the basic electrical code

Electrical panel safety hazards and controls

Minimize the risks of electrical hazards with an electrical safety program

Various white papers and informational reports on electrical safety in the mining industry

Web-based training on electrical safety includes online test

Use this tool to assist with the electrical safety evaluation process

Online slide presentation covers hazards from electrical system parts that an employee could make contact with

Improve hazard recognition and emphasize the importance of the following proper electrical safety procedures

For employers

Text of an electrical safety manual

Includes an electrical safety inspection checklist

Discussion guide and electrical safety guidance cards

Electrical Safety portion of a safety manual

Safety standards for electrical systems and for safety-related work practices

Information on electrical injuries and electrical safety hazards

For workers - understand how electricity can lead to serious accidents

What to do in the event of an electrical shock or electrical burn

This module is based on 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and covers electrical work requirements designed to minimize hazards

Extension cord safety, circuit breaker lockout devices, examples of workplace electrical hazards

Guidance for creating an ESD audit to prevent electrostatic discharge hazards

What to look for in an audit to prevent electrostatic discharge hazards

Basics do's and don't related to electrical extension cord safety

If not properly used can be the cause of electrical shock, equipment damage and fire hazards

A toolbox safety topic

Safety at electrical substations, etc.

Frequency and Single- and Three- Phase Voltage Levels by Country

The purpose of ground fault circuit interrupters in electrical safety

Explains the basics of GFCI outlets and GFCI circuit breakers

Explains the NEC's classification of hazardous locations

Requirements for Equipment used in Hazardous Locations

Indoor/outdoor, AFCI, GFCI, TRO, holiday electrical safety topics

Consumers can be electrocuted when they use metal ladders near overhead wires

Resources and support materials related to the National Electric Code (not the text of the code)

Electrical safety when using high voltage equipment

Adapt this advice to your working environment

Outlines OSHA requirements for electrical safety

What OSHA regulations pertain to electrical equipment installed 20 years ago

Safety advice related to extension cords

A safety fact sheet for electrical safety

The control or risks from static electricity

What to look for

Industry manuals for the electrical professional

Information on maintaining electrical equipment safety and preventing electrical injuries

For electrical installations or equipment used on the jobsite

Properly test GFCI receptacles in your home

When was the last time you insptected the flexible cord that powers the equipment?

Here are some common formulas that are frequently used in the field

Solutions to electrical safety hazards in the workplace

Electrical safety topics for office safety, industrial and manufacturing safety