Electrocution Hazards in Construction Environments Part II: Employer Requirements

The second program in a two-part series on electrocution safety, this training video covers information on hazards in construction environments. Focusing on the safety of the employee, electrical hazards are pointed out specifically for working on a construction site. Situations such as working with power lines are shown through live-action videos that discuss the safety requirements for working in dangerous construction environments. Direct contact through a power source, electrical fires, electrical explosions, and arc flashes are the types of hazards shown in this video.

Personal safety and responsibility is discussed. Burns resulting from arc flashes, thermal burns, and electrical issues are looked at and prevention measures are shown. Employee training is highlighted, and the Lock-out/Tag-out method of storing equipment is showcased.

To ensure the details of this training are understood, there is a short review following the training. This video is a must for anyone concerned with electrical safety when working in a construction environment.

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Anyone working in a construction environment

• Introduction
• Types of Hazards
• Power Lines, Isolation, GFCI's and AEGCP's
• Equipment, Lock-!Out/Tag-Out and Employee Training
• Review

• Arc Flash Protection and Safe Electrical Work Practices: To The Point
• Electrical Safety for Everyone - Concise Version
• Electrical Safety