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Course: PC103: Safety Grounding and Switching (NERC hrs) Printable version
Description

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the theory, application and procedures for working near energized and de-energized high voltage equipment to minimize the risk of injury.  Both overhead and underground systems are discussed.  The theory and proper procedures for "Single Point" or "equipotential" grounding are also discussed.  The course starts with a general discussion of regulatory requirements including NEC, NESC and OSHA.  Students learn the concepts of Ground Potential Rise, Touch and Step potentials and personal protective equipment (PPE).  Switching and tagging procedures are covered along with PPE testing processes and vehicle safety.
 
This course is part of APT's Electric Power Proficiency Certification Program.
 
Learning Outcomes
 
  • The student gains in-depth understanding of all safety aspects related to the electrical power industry
  • The students are able to identify potential hazards found in the work site and at home
  • The critical most vulnerable safety hazards at the work site are explained in great detail to prepare students for safe working practices around electric facilities
  • The student becomes familiar with proper personal safety protection equipment and required assurance testing
  • Safety management programs are discussed to give students a perspective of injury and near miss accident investigations

 
Topics Covered Include
 
 Governing Agencies 
   NEC 
   NESC 
   OSHA
 Air-gap Safety Clearances 
   Overhead structures 
   Working distances 
   Physical gap requirements
 High Voltage Environments 
   Ground Potential Rise 
   Touch and Step Potentials
 Personal Protective Equipment 
   Rubber insulation good 
   Fiberglass insulated tools 
   Ground jumpers 
   Testing methods and requirements
Single Point Grounding 
   Theory 
   Applications under various situations 
   Vehicle safety 
   Ground crew safety
 General Safety Rules and Practices 
   Confined Spaces 
   Fire Safety 
   Lifting Apparatus 
   Hoists
 Safety Management 
   Accident notification procedures 
   Accident investigation responsibilities and reports 
   Allocation of responsibilities
 Switching and Tagging
   Approval Process 
   Communication 
   Operations
Note

 

Duration: 16 hours

 

NERC: up to 14-CEH, 14-OT, 0-STD, 0-SIM, 14-EOP, 16-P

 

Continuing Education Units (CEUs): 1.6

 

Cost: $695 per person  (Contact APT for private class group discounts) 

 

Logistics: Normally held at a utility training room or hotel banquet room

 

Additional Information:

  APT will suitcase this course to your location

  APT will customize this course to your exact needs

  Contact APT for more information
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