Electrocution Hazards In Construction PART II

(15 min.) Construction sites can contain a number of potential electrical hazards. OSHA defines four types of hazards that are associated with electricity, and three types of injuries that result from them. Direct contact with electricity, through a power source, cord or transmission line is the most common type of electrical hazard, and can occur in a number of ways. Employers are required to train workers regarding electrocution hazards and the measures that they should take to control the hazards. Employers must also put procedures into place so that workers can get answers to any questions that they have about working safely around electrocution hazards.

The second in a two-part series on electrocution hazards, MARCOM's training products on "Electrocution Hazards In Construction Environments PART II… Employer Requirements" discuss the major types of electrocution hazards, and how employees can protect themselves from electrical hazards and electrocution in construction environments, as well as employers' responsibilities in these areas. Topics covered in these products include:

• Electrical hazards and electrocution.
• Power lines and isolation.
• Tools and equipment.
• Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Programs.
• Lock-out/tag-out.
• Employee training.

Program comes with a comprehensive leader's guide, reproducible scheduling/attendance form, employee quiz, training certificate/log, and an employee booklet. DVDs are indexed for easy navigation and include subtitling for the hearing impaired.