Electrical Safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): 5-Day Professional Training Course

Course Overview

This essential Electrical Safety and LOTO Training provides comprehensive knowledge of electrical hazards, safe work practices, lockout/tagout procedures, arc flash protection, and regulatory compliance. This intensive 5-day program covers OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E standards, hazard analysis, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response, and practical LOTO implementation for electricians, maintenance personnel, and safety professionals.

Who Should Attend This Electrical Safety Course?

• Electricians and electrical technicians

• Maintenance Personnel working on electrical equipment

• Safety Officers and safety managers

• Facility Managers responsible for electrical safety

• Industrial Maintenance Supervisors

• Plant Engineers and operations managers

• LOTO Program Administrators

• Contractors performing electrical work

• Compliance Officers ensuring regulatory adherence

Course Objectives

Participants will master electrical hazard identification, OSHA 1910 Subpart S requirements, NFPA 70E compliance, lockout/tagout procedures, arc flash hazard assessment, PPE selection, safe work practices, emergency response protocols, and electrical safety program development.

Day 1: Electrical Hazards and Regulatory Requirements

Morning Session: Electrical Hazards Fundamentals

Topics Covered:

• Electrical shock hazards and physiological effects

• Current path through human body

• Voltage, current, and resistance factors

• AC vs. DC shock hazards

• Arc flash and arc blast phenomena

• Thermal hazards and burn injuries

• Explosion hazards in electrical equipment

• Secondary hazards: falls, collisions, equipment damage

Electrical Injury Statistics:

• OSHA electrical fatality data

• Common causes of electrical accidents

• High-risk activities and equipment

• Industry-specific hazard profiles

Afternoon Session: Regulatory Framework

Topics Covered:

• OSHA 1910 Subpart S: electrical standards overview

• 1910.147: Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO)

• 1910.331-335: Electrical safety-related work practices

• 1910.303-308: Design safety standards for electrical systems

• NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

• National Electrical Code (NEC) safety provisions

• Consensus standards: ANSI, IEEE, ASTM

• State and local regulations

Employer Responsibilities:

• Hazard assessment requirements

• Safe work practice procedures

• Employee training obligations

• PPE provision and maintenance

• Incident investigation and reporting

• Documentation and record keeping

Workshop:
Comparing OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements for electrical safety programs.

Day 2: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures

Morning Session: LOTO Fundamentals

Topics Covered:

• Lockout/Tagout definition and purpose

• Hazardous energy sources: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal

• Authorized vs. affected employees

• LOTO devices: locks, tags, hasps, lockout stations

• Energy isolation devices identification

• Stored energy and residual energy hazards

• Group lockout procedures

• Shift change protocols

LOTO Procedure Components:

• Preparation for shutdown

• Equipment shutdown sequence

• Energy isolation and verification

• Application of lockout/tagout devices

• Stored energy release and dissipation

• Zero energy verification testing

• Work completion and equipment restoration

Afternoon Session: LOTO Implementation

Topics Covered:

• Developing equipment-specific LOTO procedures

• Energy control procedure writing

• Lockout point identification and labeling

• Creating single-line diagrams for complex equipment

• Multiple energy source procedures

• Complex lockout scenarios: contractors, multiple crews

• Temporary removal of LOTO devices

• Outside contractor LOTO coordination

• Exception procedures for minor servicing

LOTO Documentation:

• Energy control procedure templates

• Equipment inventory and assessment

• Training records and certification

• Periodic inspection forms

• Incident investigation documentation

Hands-On Exercise:
Developing LOTO procedure for industrial equipment with multiple energy sources.

Day 3: Arc Flash Hazard Analysis and PPE

Morning Session: Arc Flash Hazards

Topics Covered:

• Arc flash physics and energy release

• Incident energy measurement: calories/cm²

• Arc flash boundary calculations

• Factors affecting arc flash severity: voltage, fault current, clearing time

• IEEE 1584 calculation methods

• Arc flash labels and warning signs

• Equipment design considerations to reduce arc flash

• Arc-resistant switchgear specifications

Arc Flash Study Process:

• Short circuit analysis requirements

• Protective device coordination review

• Incident energy calculations

• Arc flash boundary determination

• PPE category assignment

• Label generation and placement

Afternoon Session: Personal Protective Equipment

Topics Covered:

• PPE selection based on hazard assessment

• Arc-rated clothing and Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)

• PPE categories: NFPA 70E Category 1-4

• Face shields, safety glasses, and eye protection

• Insulated gloves: Class 00 through Class 4

• Voltage-rated tools and equipment

• Flame-resistant (FR) clothing requirements

• Body coverage and layering systems

• Inspection and maintenance of PPE

• Storage and care requirements

Electrical Safety Equipment:

• Insulated hand tools

• Voltage detectors and test equipment

• Hot sticks and insulated poles

• Safety grounds and grounding equipment

• Insulating blankets, barriers, and mats

• Rescue equipment and insulated rescue hooks

Practical Session:
PPE selection exercises for various electrical tasks and voltage levels.

Day 4: Safe Work Practices and Procedures

Morning Session: Electrical Safe Work Practices

Topics Covered:

• Energized electrical work permit requirements

• Justification for working energized vs. de-energized

• Approach boundaries: limited, restricted, prohibited

• Qualified person requirements and training

• Live work techniques and procedures

• One-hand working rule

• Insulated tools and barrier requirements

• Illumination requirements for electrical work

• Alertness and fatigue management

Specific Work Practices:

• Testing for absence of voltage

• Temporary protective grounding application

• Working in confined spaces with electrical hazards

• Elevated work and electrical safety

• Wet conditions and outdoor work

• Portable electrical equipment inspection

• Extension cord and GFCI requirements

• Job briefings and hazard communication

Afternoon Session: Specialized Procedures

Topics Covered:

• High voltage safety procedures (>600V)

• Medium voltage switchgear operations

• Transformer maintenance and testing safety

• Battery room safety: ventilation, PPE, acid hazards

• Motor control center work practices

• Overhead power line safety

• Underground utility locating and excavation

• Temporary power distribution safety

• Generator and portable power safety

Special Situations:

• Emergency response and equipment malfunction

• Re-energization procedures and verification

• Testing and troubleshooting energized equipment

• Infrared thermography safety procedures

• Electrical equipment inspection programs

Case Studies:
Analyzing electrical accidents and root causes, implementing corrective actions.

Day 5: Emergency Response and Program Management

Morning Session: Emergency Response

Topics Covered:

• Electrical emergency response planning

• Shock and electrocution first aid

• CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use

• Burn treatment and medical response

• Rescue from energized equipment

• De-energizing equipment during emergencies

• Fire extinguisher selection for electrical fires

• Evacuation procedures and emergency exits

• Communication during emergencies

• Post-incident procedures and investigation

Emergency Equipment:

• First aid kits and AED placement

• Emergency disconnect locations

• Fire suppression systems

• Rescue hooks and non-conductive equipment

• Emergency contact information posting

Afternoon Session: Electrical Safety Program Management

Topics Covered:

• Developing comprehensive electrical safety programs

• Safety policy development and management commitment

• Hazard assessment and risk analysis

• Procedure development and documentation

• Training program design and delivery

• Competency assessment and qualification

• Periodic inspection and auditing

• Incident investigation and corrective action

• Continuous improvement processes

• Metrics and performance indicators

Training Requirements:

• Initial training for qualified and unqualified persons

• Retraining frequency and triggers

• Documentation and record retention

• Competency evaluation methods

• Refresher training content

Program Elements:

• Job hazard analysis (JHA) development

• Permit systems for high-risk work

• Contractor electrical safety management

• Equipment labeling and identification

• Maintenance and testing schedules

• Safety culture development

Auditing and Compliance:

• OSHA inspection preparation

• Self-audit checklists and tools

• Compliance verification methods

• Corrective action tracking

• Management review processes

Final Assessment and Certification

Comprehensive Evaluation:

Written Examination:

• Electrical hazard recognition

• OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements

• LOTO procedure development

• Arc flash hazard analysis

• PPE selection criteria

• Safe work practices

• Emergency response procedures

Practical Assessments:

• LOTO procedure execution on training equipment

• Voltage testing and verification techniques

• PPE donning and inspection

• Rescue and emergency response simulation

• Job briefing and hazard communication

Scenario-Based Exercises:

• Evaluating electrical work situations

• Identifying violations and hazards

• Developing corrective action plans

• Making energized vs. de-energized work decisions

Documentation Exercise:

• Creating equipment-specific LOTO procedures

• Completing energized work permits

• Developing job hazard analyses

• Writing incident investigation reports

Certification:

• Certificate of Completion in Electrical Safety and LOTO

• Qualified Person designation (where applicable)

• Authorized Employee LOTO certification

• Arc Flash Awareness certification

Course Benefits and Learning Outcomes

Participants will identify electrical hazards, understand OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements, develop and implement LOTO procedures, assess arc flash hazards, select appropriate PPE, perform safe electrical work, respond to emergencies, and manage electrical safety programs.

Training Methodology

Instructor-led sessions with hands-on LOTO practice, PPE demonstrations, real accident case studies, equipment simulations, group exercises, emergency response drills, video presentations, and interactive discussions.

Course Materials

Comprehensive electrical safety handbook, LOTO procedure templates, OSHA/NFPA 70E excerpts, PPE selection guides, arc flash calculation examples, emergency response protocols, audit checklists, and professional certificate.

Equipment and Demonstrations

Hands-on practice with LOTO devices (locks, tags, hasps), various PPE (arc-rated clothing, gloves, face shields), voltage testing equipment, industrial electrical equipment for LOTO practice, and rescue/emergency equipment.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of electrical systems, ability to read electrical diagrams helpful, current or planned work on electrical equipment, physical ability to perform hands-on exercises, and no prior electrical safety training required.

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