Electrical Safety Tips: Using NFPA 70E to Protect Workers
August 19, 2020The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has increased compliance activities related to electrical safety regulations and standards over the... View Article
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Field Safety Observations: A Proactive Safety Methodology
April 30, 2020Electrical utilities are among the most hazardous industries in which to work. And since the early days of power distribution,... View Article
Implications for Failing to Perform Proper Electrical Maintenance
January 6, 2018Owners of buildings have the fiduciary duty to provide reliable and safe electrical service to the users of electrical equipment... View Article
OSHA updates Silica Standards for Utility Workers
December 8, 2017Workplace Safety Solutions President, Lee Marchessault, teaches about OSHA’s Silica Standard for Utility Workers.
Electrical Standards Course Preview
October 15, 2017The Workplace Safety Solutions, Inc. Electrical Standards Course provides students with information regarding OSHA’s electrical standards and hazards associated with electrical... View Article
How Safe is Your Facility’s Electrical Infrastructure?
February 18, 2017There are 3 basic components of electricity that will be considered for this writing: Voltage: The pressure that pushes electrons... View Article
BLS Adult Basic Life Support Algorithm
December 29, 2016Adult Basic Life Support Algorithm for Healthcare Providers In the algorithm for adult basic life support, emphasis is placed upon... View Article
Shock Protection
November 7, 2016Shock protection is an integral component of electrical safety. During the job briefing hazard assessment, the nominal voltage is identified. This... View Article
Qualified Workers and Risk Assessments
August 3, 2016There are two levels of general hazard assessment to consider: a general hazard assessment for PPE requirements as outlined in... View Article
Who is Best Qualified to Maintain Safety Regulations?
May 21, 2016Many companies hire licensed electricians to fill their maintenance needs making the assumption that they are qualified. This may be... View Article
Increased Compliance Required for Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards
May 11, 2016OSHA has increased compliance activities related to electrical safety regulations and standards over the past few years. This began with... View Article