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Electrical Hazards

eCourse Electrical Hazards

Basic overview of electrical hazards encountered in most workplaces.
Duration: 1 Hour
Price per person: $49.00

Training Overview

This course is an introduction to electrical safety in the workplace. The learner is provided with a basic overview of electrical hazards and safety issues commonly encountered in workplaces including construction, manufacturing, utilities, retail, agricultural and office environments.

  • The course describes the basics of electricity and how to recognize electrical hazards and covers different types of preventive devices such as fuses and circuit breakers. It is intended for managers, supervisors and workers who are not formally qualified to work with electrical equipment and energized parts.

Identify and understand the electrical hazards in the workplace.

  • The course does not cover lockout, nor is it intended for workers who work directly with electrical equipment or installations who must have specific training and qualifications.
  • Case studies and other examples are included to illustrate the concepts. Quizzes throughout the course and an exam help to measure and encourage learning.
What topics will be covered?
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Topics include:

  • Understanding electricity and electrical hazards
  • Electrical injuries (effects on the body)
  • Hazard control: electrical equipment and devices
  • Electrical hazards in the workplace
  • How to recognize hazardous situations.
What are the benefits?
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Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

  • Recognize the types of electrical hazards that exist in the workplace;
  • Identify common electrical injuries and why they occur;
  • Recognize that fuses, circuit breakers, and ground fault circuit interrupters can work to reduce the risk of hazardous conditions;
  • Understand that equipment or tools require preventive maintenance and act appropriately in resolving these issues;
  • Identify and understand the electrical hazards associated with powerlines, extension cords, overused outlets and live parts.
Who is this recommended for?
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  • Managers, supervisors, and workers who may encounter electrical hazards in the workplace but who are not formally qualified to work with electrical equipment
  • Health and safety committee members
  • Facilities managers
  • Anyone who may need general awareness of electrical safety
How can training be delivered?
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This course is delivered as an on-line e-learning course. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet - and you are ready to go! This e-learning course is designed to help you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your own convenience.

Content for this course was developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and reviewed by labour, employer and government representatives to ensure a balanced perspective.

Group Discounts
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The cost is based on the total number of seats purchased. Multi-seat pricing is based on the single user seat price with the following volume discounts applied:

Total Seats
Discount
100 - 999
30%
1000 - 1999
50%
2000+ 
75%

This course is also available in French

Item Number: EEH-P1244EN

Content for this course was developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and reviewed by labour, employer and government representatives to ensure a balanced perspective.

©Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. All rights Reserved. E-Course description and content provided by CCOHS under license with WSPS. Unauthorized reproduction and distribution strictly prohibited.

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