NFPA 70E Verification(Electrical Safety)
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Electrical Safety NFPA 70 E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Fire Ignition from Arc Flash
The original and primary mission of the NFPA
- Primarily covered by installation standards contained in the National Electric Code – NFPA 70
- The incidence of fire ignition has dropped dramatically since the advent of the NEC and the acceptance of installation requirements within the industry
Who is Responsible For Safety??
The “Employer” is responsible for
- OSHA requirements
- Electrical Safety Program
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Safety Training and Retraining
The “Employee” is responsible for
- Implementing employer’s safety procedures
The “Owner” and Contractors are both responsible to Coordinate and document hazards and safety procedures
- Contractors on site with Owner
Approach Boundaries NFPA 70E-2012 Ch. 1, Section 130
Limited Approach Boundary
Entered only by qualified persons or unqualified persons that have been advised and are escorted by a qualified person
Restricted Approach Boundary
Entered only by qualified persons required to use shock protection techniques and PPE
Prohibited Approach Boundary
Entered only by qualified persons requiring same protection as if direct contact with live part Flash Protection Boundary Linear distance to prevent any more than 2nd degree burns from a potential arc-flash (typically 4 feet)
Standard & References
- NFPA 70 E (Standard for electrical safety at workplace)
“ Avoiding energized circuits is the safest way! ”