Overview & Objectives
The California Electrical Hazard Recognition/Control for Construction safety course from Exceed Safety is an intermediate-level training designed to teach participants how to prevent and avoid serious injuries or fatalities due to electrical hazards found on California construction sites. Participants can expect to learn about California-specific electrical regulations, unsafe for improperly installed electrical equipment, workplaces exposed to common electrical hazards, and how to mitigate risks when working with electrical equipment.
Exceed Safety’s California Electrical Hazard Recognition/Control for Construction teaches low voltage safety orders in California, California Electrical Hazard Recognition Control, and California/OSHA standards governing electrical safety in construction. Specific course topics include the following:
- Electricity as a workplace hazard
- Introduction to Electrical Hazard Recognition and Control in California
- Jobsite hazards and controls (parts 1 and 2)
- Tool safety tips
- Clues that indicate electrical hazards may exist
- Safety-related work practices
Specific industry terms covered throughout the three courses include the following:
- California/OSHA Safety Orders – Low Voltage Safety Orders
- California-specific Electrical Hazard Safety
- California-specific Electrical Hazard Safety Class
- National Electrical Code (NEC)
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
- OSHA’s Electrical Safety – Construction