Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E 2024)

In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K, and NFPA 70E 2024
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Electrician

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Brian Scott

Electrical Engineer

"Following arc safety processes is important for me to succeed in my profession and understanding the regulations is important to make right decision in challenging situations."

Adam Lynn

Electrician

"The Arc Flash training exceeded my expectations. The training was short but covered all important points. It will be a extremely valuable resource in my work."

Course Facts

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

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Training Duration

2 Hour(s)

Learning Type

100% online, available 24/7

Course Access Validity

3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.

Device Support

Certificate Validity

36 months, before a refresher is required.

Success

Our Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course is developed in alignment with the most recent 2024 edition of NFPA 70E regulations and meets all applicable requirements. This course will provide an overview of the hazards associated with working on or near electrical conductors and equipment, with a special emphasis on arc flash hazards and the regulatory requirements for protecting employees from these hazards.

An arc flash is a phenomenon where a flashover of electric current leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another, or to the ground. The results of an arc flash are often violent. An arc flash gives off thermal radiation (heat) and bright, intense light that can lead to serious injuries or even death.

It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that electrical equipment is free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. A qualified person must assess the workplace to identify electrical hazards to which employees may be exposed. This assessment would allow for the selection of appropriate hazard controls and safe work practices to ensure the health and safety of employees and prevent damage to structures and equipment.

This NFPA 70E Arc Flash Safety Training course is designed to familiarize workers with the arc flash hazards in their workplaces and the safe work practices set forth in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Electrical Safety Standards (29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

Why Choose this Arc Flash Safety Training?

Our Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E):

Develops the skills and confidence needed to recognize arc flash hazards and respond effectively.
Equips learners to spot risks early and apply the correct safety procedures.
Reduces the likelihood of arc flash incidents, severe injuries, and regulatory penalties by teaching best practices.
Promotes safer work practices that protect lives and help organizations stay compliant with OSHA and NFPA 70E.

What You'll Learn

With our Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course, you will learn the following.

Identify arc flash and shock hazards and recognize the serious risks they pose.
Follow OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements that govern arc flash safety.
Implement safe work practices such as creating an electrically safe work condition and using lockout/tagout procedures.
Choose, inspect, and properly use arc-rated PPE and insulated tools to stay protected.
Read and apply arc flash labels and approach boundaries to evaluate and control hazards.
Take the right actions in an arc flash emergency, including reporting, first aid, and CPR.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is intended for workers who work on or near electrical conductors and circuit parts, including managers, supervisors, maintenance personnel, janitorial staff, equipment operators, and electricians. They are required to take this Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course by local, state, and federal U.S. laws.

The core objective of the NFPA 70E Arc Flash Safety Training is to familiarize workers with the arc flash hazards in their workplaces and the safe work practices that must be implemented to keep them safe, in compliance with OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K for the general industry and the construction industry, respectively. This arc flash course covers the updated NFPA 70E 2024 regulations.

Course Objectives

After completing the Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course, the learner will be able to:

Define what an arc flash is and understand the hazards associated with arcing events.
Understand the relationship between OSHA regulations and the NFPA standards.
Understand the concept of an “electrically safe work condition” as set forth by the NFPA 70E.
Describe insulation, guarding, and grounding as methods for controlling arc flash hazards as well as other electrical hazards.
Describe the characteristics of arc-rated clothing and understand the methods for selection of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Understand the considerations for safe use and maintenance of portable electric tools.
Describe category (CAT) ratings for test instruments.
Explain the specifications for labeling electrical equipment.

Arc Flash Safety Course Syllabus

This Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course consists of 4 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.

Course Content

Lessons

Introduction

Lesson 1: What is an Arc Flash?

Provide perspective on electrical and arc flash hazards.
Explain electricity and the hazards associated with it.
Define arc flash and discuss hazards related to arcing events.
Explain the factors that determine the severity of an arc flash.
Discuss the usage of two types of overcurrent protection devices.
Lesson Quiz

Lesson 2: Regulatory Overview

Explain the regulatory requirements for protecting workers from electrical hazards, including shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast.
Explain the relationship between OSHA standards and the NFPA 70E Standard.
Examine the key elements of an electrical safety program.
Describe the concept of an “electrically safe work condition” as outlined by the NFPA 70E standard.
Lesson Quiz

Lesson 3: Controlling Arc Flash Hazards

Safety principles to reduce risks when working with electrical conductors and equipment.
How insulating conductors protect people from electrical hazards.
Using guarding to prevent unauthorized access to electrical equipment.
The purpose of grounding electrical tools and systems.
How ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) protect people from hazards.
Lesson Quiz

Lesson 4: Arc Flash PPE and Labels

Importance of PPE in workplace electrical safety programs.
What arc-rating means and features of arc-rated clothing.
How to select the right arc-rated PPE.
Category (CAT) ratings for test instruments and equipment.
Labeling requirements for electrical equipment.
Lesson Quiz

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

All our courses are designed to take a specific amount of time. However, some students may get through the Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course much faster than others. Our Arc Flash Safety Training (NFPA 70E) course will take around 2 hours to complete.

The course meets and exceeds the compliance requirements of OSHA’s electrical safety standards as codified in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K for the construction industry and 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S for the general industry, as well as the arc flash certification requirements for NFPA 70E regulations of 2024.

This Arc Flash class is designed for individuals who are exposed to arcing events such as arc flash or arc blasts when working in and around electrical conductors, equipment, and installations. Managers, supervisors, technicians, contractors, electrical engineers, electrical inspectors, HVAC installers, repair personnel, designers, janitorial staff, equipment operators, electricians, and safety managers may enroll for this safety training course.

NFPA 70E requires employers to assess arc flash hazards, define protection boundaries, and provide appropriate arc-rated PPE. It also mandates clear equipment labeling and emphasizes safe work practices to minimize exposure to energized parts.

An arc flash hazard refers to the risk of extreme heat, pressure waves, and intense light caused by arcing faults in electrical systems. These events can ignite clothing, cause severe or fatal burns, and result from issues like dust, corrosion, moisture, or accidental contact with live conductors. An arc flash study is an engineering analysis of a facility’s electrical system to evaluate potential arc flash hazards. It calculates incident energy levels, determines protection boundaries, and identifies the required PPE and labeling to keep workers safe when working on or near energized equipment.

The NFPA 70E is an internationally accepted American National Standard that defines electrical safety-related work practices. The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) looks to the prescriptive-based requirements of NFPA 70E to fulfill the performance-based requirements included in its standards. NFPA 70E fleshes out how the performance-based requirements in the OSHA standards can be met by providing and defining minimum standard industry practices necessary for electrical safety. OSHA is the law, and NFPA 70E outlines ways to comply with OSHA’s electrical safety requirements. This symbiotic relationship between NFPA 70E and OSHA electrical safety standards helps to increase safety in the workplace.

_{(Reference: NFPA. (n.d.). NFPA Fact Sheet Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Website. https://www.nfpa.org/-/media/Files/Code-or-topic-fact-sheets/70E2021FactSheet.ashx)}

The NFPA 70E is an internationally applied standard. The electrical safety-related work practices, safety-related maintenance requirements, and other administrative controls in NFPA 70E apply to all alternating and direct current systems. The requirements in NFPA 70E apply to all types of employees, employers, and facilities, including in-house employees, contract employees, contractor employees, general industrial workplaces, and construction workplaces regardless of their location in the world.

_{(Reference: NFPA. (n.d.). NFPA Fact Sheet Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Website. https://www.nfpa.org/-/media/Files/Code-or-topic-fact-sheets/70E2021FactSheet.ashx)}

Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.

Validity: This online arc flash training certificate is valid for 36 months.

Renewal: Simply take this course in 36 months to maintain compliance and stay current on arc flash safety best practices at construction sites.