May
27
Education

NFPA70E: Electrical Safety in the Workplace

8:00 am | NECA Oregon-Columbia Chapter

Course Overview

This full-day training provides a practical, standards-based approach to electrical safety in the workplace. Designed around NFPA 70E, the course helps participants identify electrical hazards, assess risk, and apply safe work practices when working on or near energized equipment.

The training emphasizes real-world application to support safer job sites, reduce risk, and maintain compliance with current safety standards.

This course is led by Tony Maple, a highly experienced electrical safety professional with over 40 years in the industry. Tony specializes in regulatory compliance across OSHA, NEC, and NFPA standards and has extensive experience delivering training on UL and NFPA safety requirements. His background includes 21 years in the Navy, where he managed high-value equipment operations, as well as leadership roles in industry organizations and national training programs.

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What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose and application of NFPA 70E
  • Identify electrical hazards and perform basic risk assessments
  • Determine arc flash and shock protection boundaries
  • Select and use appropriate PPE
  • Establish and verify an electrically safe work condition
  • Interpret arc flash labels and documentation requirements
  • Understand job safety planning and energized work permits
  • Recognize retraining and documentation requirements for compliance

Who Should Attend

  • Electricians
  • Technicians
  • Engineers
  • Safety professionals

Anyone working on or near energized electrical equipment will benefit from this training.


Course Details

  • One-day, instructor-led training
  • Includes digital course materials and workbook
  • Participants must pass a proficiency exam (70% or higher)
  • Certificate of Completion will be issued after the course

Registration Details

  • Cost: Complimentary for NECA members
  • Capacity: Up to 30 participants