Electrical Fundamentals
2008 NEC Wiring & Protection
NEC 2008 Code Update (Code related)
NFPA 70Er

Electrical Fundamentals
NEC Requirements for Grounding & Bonding
NEC 2008 Code Update (Code related)
NFPA 70Er

Electrical Fundamentals
NEC Requirements for Grounding & Bonding
2008 NEC Wiring & Protection Texas
NFPA 70Er

Even though the 145 articles contained in the Code can be confusing and may contain what appears to be contradictory requirements, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) will be the fundamental decision maker. You will need to understand and follow their interpretation as to the significance of information contained in a particular article, section, or subsection.

During this course, particular emphasis will be provided when this situation is known to have occurred and some of the different perspectives will be presented to permit you to see several sides of a particular topic.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 Wiring and Protection course is designed for persons performing electrical work.

The branch circuits segment of this course is designed to provide you with knowledge of the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) set for the ratings. However, this segment does not cover requirements for branch circuit ratings that supply motor loads. During the third segment, you will also explore the required receptacle and lighting outlet requirements.

Learning Objectives

Identify key responsibilities of the members of the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board
Identify the types of licenses issued
Understand the application requirements for obtaining different types of licenses
Know the requirements for license renewal and continuing education
Abide by the regulations laid down by municipal and regional bodies
Identify the reasons that can lead to license denial and other disciplinary actions
Understand the experience and general requirements for obtaining a license
Know the fee for license application and renewal
Identify the different requirements for obtaining a license
List the different kinds of documentation required
Learn about the different responsibilities assigned to licensees
Identify branch circuit grounded conductors
Learn branch circuit and ratings
Comprehend important information concerning Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI)
Understand how an arc fault interrupter functions
Learn the various types of required receptacle and lighting outlets

Key Terms

Advisory board – The Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board.

Assumed name – A name used by a business as defined in the Business and Commerce Code, Title 4, Chapter 36, Subchapter A, Subsection 36.02.

Business affiliation – The business organization to which a master licensee may assign his or her license.

Cord pendants – A cord connector (plug) that is supplied by a cord pendant is considered a receptacle outlet.

Electrical apprentice – An individual, licensed as an apprentice, who works under the on-site supervision of a master electrician, a journeyman electrician, or a residential wireman, on behalf of an electrical contractor performing “electrical work.”

Electrical code – The National Electrical Code published by the National Fire Protection Association as adopted by the commission.

Electrical contracting – The business of designing, installing, erecting, repairing, or altering electrical wires or conductors to be used for light, heat, power, or signaling purposes. The term includes the installation or repair of ducts, raceways, or conduits for the reception or protection of wires or conductors and the installation or repair of any electrical machinery, apparatus, or system used for electrical light, heat, power, or signaling.

Electrical contractor – A person, licensed as an electrical contractor, who is in the business of performing “electrical contracting.”

Electrical engineer – A licensed person who possesses the necessary qualifications, training, and technical knowledge to perform electrical engineering work.

Electrical inspector – A person who has been certified by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors or by the International Code Council.

Electrical sign contracting – The business of designing, manufacturing, installing, connecting, reconnecting, or servicing an electric sign, cold cathode, neon gas tubing, or outline gas tubing; or the process of altering the electric sign wiring or conductors either inside or outside of a building.

Electrical sign contractor – A person, licensed as an electrical sign contractor, who is in the business of performing “electrical sign contracting.”

Electrical maintenance work – The replacement or repair of existing electrical appurtenances, apparatus, equipment, machinery, or controls used in connection with the use of electrical energy in, on, outside, or attached to a building, residence, structure, property, or premises.

Electrical sign work – A ny labor or material used in manufacturing, installing, maintaining, extending, connecting, or reconnecting an electrical wiring system and its appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection with signs, outline lighting, awnings, signals, light emitting diodes, and the repair of existing outdoor electric discharge lighting.

Electrical work – Any labor or material used in installing, maintaining, or extending an electrical wiring system and the appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection with the use of electrical energy in, on, outside, or attached to a building, residence, structure, property, or premises, including service entrance conductors as defined by the National Electrical Code.

Employee – An individual who performs tasks assigned by his/her employer and who is subject to the deduction of social security and federal income taxes from his/her pay and that may be hired for full-time, part-time, or seasonal work.

Employer – One who employs the services of employees, pays their wages, deducts the required social security and federal income taxes from the employee’s pay and directs and controls the employee’s performance.

Filed – A document is deemed to be filed with the department on the date that the document was received by the department or, if the document was mailed to the department, the date a postmark is applied to the document by the U.S. Postal Service.

General supervision – Exercise of oversight by a master electrician on behalf of an electrical contractor, or by a master sign electrician on behalf of an electrical sign contractor of the performance by all classes of electrical licensees for electrical work bearing responsibility for the compliance of the work with applicable codes.

Journeyman electrician – An individual, licensed as a journeyman electrician, who works under the general supervision of a master electrician, on behalf of an electrical contractor, while performing “electrical work.”

Journeyman sign electrician – An individual, licensed as a journeyman sign electrician, who works under the general supervision of a master sign electrician, on behalf of an electrical sign contractor, while performing “electrical sign work.”

Maintenance electrician – An individual, licensed as a maintenance electrician, who works under the general supervision of a master electrician, on behalf of an electrical contractor and performs “electrical maintenance work.”

Master electrician – An individual, licensed as a master electrician, who on behalf of an electrical contractor, performs “electrical work.”

Master sign electrician – An individual, licensed as a master sign electrician, who, on behalf of an electrical sign contractor, performs “electrical sign work.”

On-site supervision – Exercise of supervision of electrical work or electrical sign work by a licensed individual other than an electrical apprentice.

Residential wireman – An individual, licensed as a residential wireman, who works under the general supervision of a master electrician, on behalf of an electrical contractor, while performing electrical work that is limited to electrical installations in single-family and multi-family dwellings not exceeding four stories.

Wall space – The Code considers a wall space as any space that is two feet or more in width, including space measured around corners, and unbroken along the floor line by doorways, fireplaces, or similar openings.

Work involved in the manufacture of electrical

equipment – Work involved in the manufacture of electrical equipment includes on and off-site manufacture, commissioning, testing, calibration, coordination, troubleshooting, evaluation, repair or retrofits with components of the same ampacity, maintenance, and servicing of electrical equipment within their enclosures that is performed by authorized employees of electrical equipment manufacturers or their authorized representatives and limited to the type of products manufactured.

In order to understand grounding and bonding effectively, the course is divided into the following two segments:

• Grounding Electrode Systems and Grounding Electrode Conductors

• Equipment Grounding and Equipment Grounding Conductors

Moreover, this course covers the topics such as grounding electrodes; resistance of rod, pipe, and plate electrodes; methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode; types of equipment grounding conductors; identification of equipment grounding conductors; and much more that will certainly help you in understanding the best way of grounding and bonding per the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 standards.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Explain grounding electrode system
Understand the grounding electrode system installations
Describe grounding electrode conductor and bonding jumper connection to grounding electrode
Explore the methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode
Understand equipment fastened in place or connected by permanent wiring methods
Describe the different types of equipment grounding conductors
Identify equipment grounding conductors
Explain the equipment grounding conductor installations
Know the size of equipment grounding conductors
KEY TERMS

AWG: American wire gauge (AWG)

Bonding: Connected to establish electrical continuity and conductivity.

Circuit: Complete path of the current; it includes electricity source, a conductor, and the output device or load (such as a lamp, tool, or heater)

Conductors: Materials that allow current flow with little resistance.

Electrical contracting: The business of designing, installing, erecting, repairing, or altering electrical wires or conductors to be used for light, heat, power, or signaling purposes. The term includes the installation or repair of ducts, raceways, or conduits for the reception or protection of wires or conductors and the installation or repair of any electrical machinery, apparatus, or system used for electrical light, heat, power, or signaling

Electrical code: A set of regulations for electrical wiring adopted by the local jurisdiction. In the US , the National Electrical Code published by the National Fire Protection Association is often the basis for these regulations

Electrode:

A device that connects an electrical circuit or system to earth ground.

Electric Shock: Current flow through the human body.

Grounding : A conductive connection to the earth (at zero volts) or to a conductive body that extends to the ground connection which acts as a protective measure

Insulators: Materials that oppose or prevent current flow.

Resistance: Opposition to current flow

Electrical power is both a useful and dangerous force that should be understood and dealt with in a safe manner while conducting workplace operations.

As an employee or an employer, it is important that you understand the importance of electrical safety.

NFPA 70E covers standards for electrical safety in the workplace. Throughout this course, you will review the relationship between OSHA and NFPA 70E. You will also review general NFPA 70E standards and the importance of these standards in maintaining your safety and the safety of others in the workplace.

Lesson 1: Introduction to NFPA 70E

OSHA Requests an Electrical Safety Standard

A committee was formed in 1973 to help OSHA in preparing electrical safety standards that would serve OSHA’s needs.

OSHA needed electrical safety standards that addressed the employer and employee in the workplace.

OSHA found it confusing when they tried to use the NEC as an overall electrical safety standard because the Code only addressed those who design, inspect and install electrical installations.

It became apparent that a new book of electrical safety standards was needed that fulfilled OSHA’s responsibilities while remaining consistent with the National Electrical Code.

This was the birth of NFPA 70E.

The 2004 edition of NFPA 70E is the 7 th edition and the most current.

NFPA 70E Scope

This standard addresses electrical safety requirements for employee workplaces (including jobsites) that are necessary for the practical safeguarding of employees.

Intent of NFPA 70E

The intent of NFPA 70E is to define the requirements for work practices that workers should use to avoid injury from a release of electrical energy when performing work tasks.

These defined requirements are based on exposure to an electrical hazard and apply to all types of employers or facilities including in-house employees, contractor employees, general industrial workplaces and construction workplaces.

Remember! NFPA 70E is a voluntary standard.

OSHA Connection

NFPA 70E was originally developed at OSHA’s request to address electrical hazards in the workplace.

OSHA bases its electrical safety requirements on the comprehensive information in NFPA 70E.

Even though OSHA does not mandate compliance with NFPA 70E itself, it considers NFPA 70E to be an effective how-to manual for OSHA regulation compliance.

NFPA 70E Compliments OSHA Regulations

In lieu of detailed specifications, OSHA recognizes, and in some cases refers to, industry consensus standards such as NFPA 70E as a tool for assisting with regulatory compliance.

NFPA 70E provides practical solutions to satisfy the requirements of OSHA subpart S for general industry and subpart K for construction.

NFPA 70E identifies hazards and describes measures that can be taken to prevent electrical injuries.

General Duty Clause

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, otherwise known as the general duty clause, requires an employer to furnish employment or a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees.

The general duty clause enables OSHA to issue citations when unsafe conditions are identified for which a regulation does not exist.

Industry consensus standards such as NFPA 70E may serve as evidence and satisfy OSHA that a hazard is recognized and that there is a feasible means of correcting the hazard.

Importance of NFPA 70E

NFPA 70E provides specific information to help companies prevent or minimize exposure to all widely recognized electrical hazards.

Safety practices, such as those recommended by NFPA 70E, help minimize employees’ risk of burns, blindness, electrocution, electric shock and associated falls.

A decrease in employee injury and death rates can reduce workers’ compensation costs and help companies avoid noncompliance penalties.

Importance of Electrical Safety

According to an article by an NFPA senior electrical specialist, electrical contact results in 4,000 non-disabling and 3,600 disabling injuries annually in the United States ; not to mention one death in the workplace every day.

Electrocution is the fourth leading cause of workplace deaths in America .

Near-miss incidents are not included in these statistics.

Layout and Review of NFPA 70E

• Chapter 1 – Safety-Related Work Practices

• Chapter 2 – Safety-Related Maintenance Requirements

• Chapter 3 – Safety Requirements for Special Equipment

• Chapter 4 – Installation Safety Requirements

Thirteen Annexes

• Annex A

Referenced Publications

• Annex B

Informational Publications

• Annex C

Limits of Approach

• Annex D

Sample Calculation of Flash Protection Boundary

• Annex E

Electrical Safety Program

• Annex F

Hazard/Risk Evaluation Procedure

• Annex G

Sample Lockout/Tagout Procedure

• Annex H

Simplified, Two-Category, Flame-Resistant (FR) Clothing System

• Annex I

Job Briefing and Planning Checklist

• Annex J

Energized Electrical Work Permit

• Annex K

General Categories of Electrical Hazards

• Annex L

Typical Application of Safeguards in the Cell Line Working Zone

• Annex M

Cross-Reference Tables

Lesson 2: Chapter 1 – Safety Related Work Practices

Safety Related Work Practices

This chapter is the core of the NFPA 70E and is the primary chapter that needs to be covered when training in NFPA 70E, unless the other chapters are applicable to a particular situation.

Organization

Chapter 1 is divided into four articles, 100, 110, 120 and 130.

• Article 100 – Definitions

• Article 110 – General Requirements for Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices

• Article 120 – Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition

• Article 130 – Working On or Near Live Parts

Article 100 Definitions

Commonly defined general terms are not defined in this standard unless they are used in a unique or restricted manner.

Some definitions that are not listed in Article 100 are defined in their appropriate article.

The following are only a few of the definitions found in NFPA 70E:

ARC Rating

The maximum incident energy resistance demonstrated by a material (or layers of material) prior to the occurrence of a second-degree burn.

Arc rating is typically expressed in calories per square centimeter or cal/cm 2 .

Class I Division 1

Locations in which ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors can exist under normal operating conditions, or …

Locations in which ignitable concentrations of gases or vapors frequently exist because of repair, maintenance procedures, or leakage, or …

Locations in which breakdowns, faulty equipment operation, or processes might release ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors and in which such abnormalities might also cause simultaneous malfunction of electrical equipment in such a manner that the electrical fault becomes a source of ignition.

Class I Division 2

Areas where volatile flammable liquids or flammable gases are handled, processed, or used, but in which the material is normally confined within closed containers or closed systems from which the material can escape only if an accidental rupture or breakdown of such containers or systems occurs, or …

Areas in which ignitable concentrations of gases or vapors are prevented by ventilation and in which the ventilation system might become hazardous through failure of the ventilation system, or …

Areas that are adjacent to a Class I Division 1 location and to which ignitable concentrations of gases or vapors might infiltrate the adjacent area unless such concentrations are prevented by a positive-pressure ventilation system.

Class II Division 1

Areas in which combustible dust is in the air during normal operating conditions in such quantities that can cause explosions or ignitions, or …

Class II Division 1

In areas of combustible dust where mechanical failure or abnormal operation of machinery or equipment could cause the release of combustible dust and simultaneously cause electrical equipment to provide the ignition source through the operation of arcing devices such as circuit breakers, fuses, or switches, or …

In locations where combustible dusts of an electrically conductive nature may be present in hazardous quantities.

Class II Division 2

Those locations where combustible dusts are not present in the air in high enough quantities to produce explosive or ignitable mixtures.

In Class II Division 2 locations, the dust accumulation is not high enough to interfere with the normal operation of electrical equipment. However, combustible dust may be suspended in the air as a result of rare malfunctions of handling or processing equipment.

Class II Division 2 locations are also where combustible dust accumulations on, in, or in the area of the electrical equipment may be sufficient to interfere with the safe dissipation of heat from electrical equipment, or where the dust may be ignitable by abnormal operation or failure of electrical equipment.

Class III Division 1

Class III Division 1 includes locations in which easily-ignitable fibers or flyings are handled, manufactured, or used.

Class III Division 2

Locations in which easily ignitable fibers are stored or handled other than in the process of manufacturing.

Dead Front

An enclosure such as an electrical panel that does not have exposed live parts on the operating side of the equipment.

De-energized

• Free from any electrical connection to a source of potential difference and from electrical charge.

• Not having a potential difference to earth ground.

Effective Ground-Fault Current Path

A permanent and intentionally constructed, low-impedance electrically conductive path designed and intended to carry current under ground-fault conditions from the point of the fault back to the electrical supply.

Electrically Safe Work Condition

A state in which the conductor or circuit part that is to be worked on or near has been:

disconnected from energized parts
locked/tagged in accordance with established standards
tested to ensure the absence of voltage
grounded if necessary

Energized

Electrically connected to or having a source of voltage potential.

Exposed (As applies to live parts)

Capable of being inadvertently touched or approached by a person nearer than what is considered a safe distance by this Standard.

Flame Resistant (FR)

The property of a material whereby combustion is prevented, terminated, or inhibited following the application of a flaming or non-flaming source of ignition, with or without subsequent removal of the ignition source.

Flash Hazard

A dangerous condition associated with the release of energy caused by an electric arc.

Flash Hazard Analysis

A calculated study meant to identify a worker’s potential exposure to arc flash energy conducted for the purpose of injury prevention, the determination of safe work practices and the appropriate levels of PPE.

Flash Protection Boundary

An approach limit at a distance from exposed live parts within which a person could receive a second-degree burn (1.2 calories per square centimeter of incident energy) if an electrical arc flash were to occur.

Flash Suit

A complete FR clothing and equipment system that covers and protects the entire body, except for the hands and feet.

A flash suit includes pants, jacket and switching hood fitted with a face shield.

Incident Energy

The amount of energy impressed on a surface, which is positioned a certain distance form the source of energy, generated during an electrical arc event.

Incident energy is usually measured in calories per square centimeter, or cal/cm 2 .

Limited Approach Boundary

An approach limit at a distance from an exposed energized part within which a shock hazard exists.

Prohibited Approach Boundary

An approach limit at a distance from an exposed energized part within which work is considered the same as making contact with the exposed energized part.

Qualified Person

A person who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations and who has received safety training on the hazards involved.

Restricted Approach Boundary

An approach limit at a distance from an exposed energized part within which there is an increased risk of shock, due to electrical arc-over combined with inadvertent movement, for personnel working in close proximity to the exposed energized part.

Shock Hazard

A dangerous condition associated with the possible release of energy caused by contact or approach to energized parts.

Unqualified Person

A person who does not have skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations, and/or who has not received safety training on the hazards involved.

Voltage, Nominal

A value assigned to a circuit or system voltage potential for the purpose of conveniently designating its voltage class.

For example, 240/120 volts, 480/277 volts.

The actual voltage at which a circuit operates can vary from the nominal voltage within a range that permits satisfactory operation of equipment.

Working Near Live Parts

Any activity inside a Limited Approach Boundary.

Working on Live Parts

Coming in contact with live parts with the hands, feet, or other body parts, with tools, probes, or test equipment, regardless of the personal protective equipment a person is wearing.

Electrician Continuing Education

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

In this four lesson program on basic electrical fundamentals, we will be introducing and studying the general physics, that is the basic natural laws which govern the application in utilization of electricity. This material will serve as the solid foundation on which to build the more advanced concepts that are dealt with in our many other training programs.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Define Electricity
What is Ohm’s Law
Understand the Operation of Simple Circuits
Resistance Calculations Power
Understand various electrical hazards
Describe the Fundamentals of Magnetism
TOPICS COVERED:
Lesson 1: Electron Flow and Ohms Law
Lesson 2: Circuit Elements
Lesson 3: Conductors, Insulators and Safety
Lesson 4: Fundamentals of Magnetism Properties

SEAT TIME:

This course has been approved for 2 hours.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:

N/A

TESTING:

Quizzes – All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an overview of basic electrical safety for individuals with little or limited training or familiarity with electrical hazards and is designed for any worker who may use extension cords, electric tools, etc. This course covers the topics included in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.301-399 Subpart S.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Establish the conditions covered by OSHA’s 1910 Subpart S Design Safety Standards
Outline the general requirements for electrical safety standards
Understand the proper use and identification of circuits and conductors
Define the standards for electrical grounding and protection
Establish the general requirements for wiring methods and equipment
Establish the guidelines and requirements for special purpose equipment
TOPICS COVERED:
Lesson 1 Introduction to Electrical Safety
Lesson 2 Wiring Design and Protection
Lesson 3 Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment
Lesson 4 Specific Purpose Equipment
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.

SEAT TIME:
This course has been approved for 1 hour.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:
N/A

TESTING:
Quizzes – All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to inform employees about the requirements for lockout/tagout during servicing and maintenance of machines or equipment. Also covered are the requirements of the OSHA Lockout/Tagout Standard, procedures for the application of locks and tags, and a discussion of the types of energy these procedures are designed to control.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

· Understand key components of the lockout/tagout standard

· Understand the purpose and elements of an energy control program

· Understand types and responsibilities of people involved with lockout/tagout

· Understand elements that must be included in energy control procedures

· Learn the training and inspection requirements

· Learn steps to safely apply energy shutdown

TOPICS COVERED:
Lockout
Tagout
Conditions for Lockout/Tagout
Purpose for Lockout/Tagout
General Requirements for Lockout/Tagout
Energy Control Application
Release for Lockout/Tagout
Energy Control Program
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.

SEAT TIME:
This course has been approved for 1 hour.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:
N/A

TESTING:
Quizzes – All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an overview of basic electrical safety for individuals with little or limited training or familiarity with electrical hazards and is designed for any worker who may use extension cords, electric tools, etc. This course covers the topics included in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.301-399 Subpart S.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Establish the conditions covered by OSHA’s 1910 Subpart S Design Safety Standards
Outline the general requirements for electrical safety standards
Understand the proper use and identification of circuits and conductors
Define the standards for electrical grounding and protection
Establish the general requirements for wiring methods and equipment
Establish the guidelines and requirements for special purpose equipment
TOPICS COVERED:
Lesson 1 Introduction to Electrical Safety
Lesson 2 Wiring Design and Protection
Lesson 3 Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment
Lesson 4 Specific Purpose Equipment
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.

SEAT TIME:
This course has been approved for 1 hour.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:
N/A

TESTING:
Quizzes – All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

In this four lesson program on basic electrical fundamentals, we will be introducing and studying the general physics, that is the basic natural laws which govern the application in utilization of electricity. This material will serve as the solid foundation on which to build the more advanced concepts that are dealt with in our many other training programs.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Define Electricity
• What is Ohm’s Law
• Understand the Operation of Simple Circuits
• Resistance Calculations Power
• Understand various electrical hazards
• Describe the Fundamentals of Magnetism

TOPICS COVERED:

Lesson 1: Electron Flow and Ohms Law
Lesson 2: Circuit Elements
Lesson 3: Conductors, Insulators and Safety
Lesson 4: Fundamentals of Magnetism Properties

SEAT TIME:

This course has been approved for 2 hours.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:

N/A

TESTING:

Quizzes – All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

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Topics Covered

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• Administration
• Installation/Electricians and Electrical Installations

Approved Course Number: WA 2007-338

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Learning Objectives

• Understanding standards for electrical safety
• Understand the relationship between OSHA and NFPA 70E
• Understand ARC ratings
• Creating safe working conditions
• Understanding electrical shock hazards
• Understand transformers and circuit breakers
• Executing a lockout/tagout
• Understanding hazards of live parts
• General standards on personal protective equipment

Topics Covered

• Introduction to NFPA 70E
• Safety Related Work Practices
• General Requirements for Electrical Safety Related Work Practices
• Electrical Safety Program
• Transformer Current Ratings
• Energized Electrical Work Permits
• Lockout/ Tagout
• Working On or Near Live Parts
• Alternative Methods of Determining Arc Flash FR Clothing and PPE
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Every year thousands of people are injured or killed from electrical shocks/contacts. They are exposed to dangers such as electric shock, electrocution, burns, fires, and explosions. The proper grounding of electrode system, conductors, equipment, and equipment conductors can help us in reducing the number of casualties.

In order to understand grounding and bonding effectively, the course is divided into the following two segments:

Grounding Electrode Systems and Grounding Electrode Conductors

Equipment Grounding and Equipment Grounding Conductors

Moreover, this course covers the topics such as grounding electrodes; resistance of rod, pipe, and plate electrodes; methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode; types of equipment grounding conductors; identification of equipment grounding conductors; and much more that will certainly help you in understanding the best way of grounding and bonding per the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 standards.

Learning Objectives

• Explain grounding electrode system
• Understand the grounding electrode system installations
• Describe grounding electrode conductor and bonding jumper connection to grounding electrode
• Explore the methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode
• Understand equipment fastened in place or connected by permanent wiring methods
• Describe the different types of equipment grounding conductors
• Identify equipment grounding conductors
• Explain the equipment grounding conductor installations
• Know the size of equipment grounding conductors

]]> http://electricianceinstituteofamerica.com/texas/nec-2008-grounding-bonding.html/feed 0 http://electricianceinstituteofamerica.com/texas/texas-electrician-ce-package-2010.html http://electricianceinstituteofamerica.com/texas/texas-electrician-ce-package-2010.html#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:22:21 +0000 admin http://electricianceinstituteofamerica.com/?p=190 This 4 hour course covers the following mandated topics: The Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act, Administrative Rules: 16 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 73, NEC 2008 Code Updates, and NFPA 70 E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace to complete the annual continuing education requirement for electricians in the state of Texas.

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Even though the 145 articles contained in the Code can be confusing and may contain what appears to be contradictory requirements, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) will be the fundamental decision maker. You will need to understand and follow their interpretation as to the significance of information contained in a particular article, section, or subsection.

During this course, particular emphasis will be provided when this situation is known to have occurred and some of the different perspectives will be presented to permit you to see several sides of a particular topic.

Approved Course Number: 8880

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Learning Objectives

• OSHA Request for Electrical Safety Standard
• Birth of NFPA 70E
• NFPA 70E Scope
• NFPA 70E Intent
• OSHA Connection
• NFPA Importance
• Importance of Electrical Safety
• Layout and Review of NFPA 70E
• NFPA 70E Annexes

Approved Course Number: 9027

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• Module 1: Branch Circuits
• Module 2: Services
• Module 3: Overcurrent Protection

Branch Circuits

The National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 Wiring and Protection course is designed for persons performing electrical work.

This module is designed to provide you with knowledge of the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) set for the ratings. However, this segment does not cover requirements for branch circuit ratings that supply motor loads. During the third segment, you will also explore the required receptacle and lighting outlet requirements.

Learning Objectives

• Identify key responsibilities of the members of the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board
• Identify the types of licenses issued
• Understand the application requirements for obtaining different types of licenses
• Know the requirements for license renewal and continuing education
• Abide by the regulations laid down by municipal and regional bodies
• Identify the reasons that can lead to license denial and other disciplinary actions
• Understand the experience and general requirements for obtaining a license
• Know the fee for license application and renewal
• Identify the different requirements for obtaining a license
• List the different kinds of documentation required
• Learn about the different responsibilities assigned to licensees
• Identify branch circuit grounded conductors
• Learn branch circuit and ratings
• Comprehend important information concerning Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI)
• Understand how an arc fault interrupter functions
• Learn the various types of required receptacle and lighting outlets

Services

This module is designed to train individuals or groups employed in the electrical industry in the understanding of how to safely control the life threatening electrical hazards they face daily. The topics covered in this module include service equipment in general, disconnecting means, NEC regulations, ground-fault protection, overcurrent protection, and the proper location and installation of service equipment.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the general definition of service equipment
• Comprehend how to properly position and install service equipment like disconnecting means
• Learn how to install overcurrent protection
• Learn how to install ground-fault protection
• Know about overcurrent protection for ungrounded and grounded conductors
• Understand National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) ratings for service equipment
• Learn the National Electric Code (NEC) regulations and follow them

Overcurrent Protection

This module provides an overview of the general installation guidelines and rules for overcurrent protective devices. The topics covered during this module include overcurrent protection devices and their installation, circuits and conductors, the different types of fuses, and NEC regulations.

Learning Objectives

• Explain basic electrical terms and concepts
• Understand the general installation rules for overcurrent protective devices
• Identify and operate major circuit overcurrent protective devices
• Identify common electrical hazards
• Describe the use of electrical test equipment

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• NEC 2008 Code Update
• NEC 2008 Wiring & Protection

Course Description

NEC 2008 Code Update

The Changes to the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 course is designed for persons performing electrical work. While there were over 3,688 proposed changes to the 2008 Code, this course will examine some of the most significant changes that affect the people throughout the electrical industry including residential, commercial, and industrial electricians.

Even though the 145 articles contained in the Code can be confusing and may contain what appears to be contradictory requirements, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) will be the fundamental decision maker. You will need to understand and follow their interpretation as to the significance of information contained in a particular article, section, or subsection.

During this course, particular emphasis will be provided when this situation is known to have occurred and some of the different perspectives will be presented to permit you to see several sides of a particular topic.

NEC 2008 Wiring & Protection

The National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 Wiring and Protection course is designed for persons performing electrical work.

The branch circuits segment of this course is designed to provide you with knowledge of the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) set for the ratings. However, this segment does not cover requirements for branch circuit ratings that supply motor loads. During the third segment, you will also explore the required receptacle and lighting outlet requirements.

The services segment is designed to train individuals or groups employed in the electrical industry in the understanding of how to safely control the life threatening electrical hazards they face daily. The topics covered in this module include service equipment in general, disconnecting means, NEC regulations, ground-fault protection, overcurrent protection, and the proper location and installation of service equipment.

The over-current protection segment provides an overview of the general installation guidelines and rules for overcurrent protective devices. The topics covered during this module include overcurrent protection devices and their installation, circuits and conductors, the different types of fuses, and NEC regulations.

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• Electrical Fundamentals
• NEC 2008 Code Update
• NEC 2008 Wiring & Protection
• NFPA 70E

Course Description

Electrical Fundamentals

N/A

NEC 2008 Code Update

The Changes to the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 course is designed for persons performing electrical work. While there were over 3,688 proposed changes to the 2008 Code, this course will examine some of the most significant changes that affect the people throughout the electrical industry including residential, commercial, and industrial electricians.

Even though the 145 articles contained in the Code can be confusing and may contain what appears to be contradictory requirements, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) will be the fundamental decision maker. You will need to understand and follow their interpretation as to the significance of information contained in a particular article, section, or subsection.

During this course, particular emphasis will be provided when this situation is known to have occurred and some of the different perspectives will be presented to permit you to see several sides of a particular topic.

NEC 2008 Wiring & Protection

The National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 Wiring and Protection course is designed for persons performing electrical work.

The branch circuits segment of this course is designed to provide you with knowledge of the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) set for the ratings. However, this segment does not cover requirements for branch circuit ratings that supply motor loads. During the third segment, you will also explore the required receptacle and lighting outlet requirements.

The services segment is designed to train individuals or groups employed in the electrical industry in the understanding of how to safely control the life threatening electrical hazards they face daily. The topics covered in this module include service equipment in general, disconnecting means, NEC regulations, ground-fault protection, overcurrent protection, and the proper location and installation of service equipment.

The over-current protection segment provides an overview of the general installation guidelines and rules for overcurrent protective devices. The topics covered during this module include overcurrent protection devices and their installation, circuits and conductors, the different types of fuses, and NEC regulations.

NFPA 70E

Electrical power is both a useful and dangerous force that should be understood and dealt with in a safe manner while conducting workplace operations. As an employee or an employer, it is important that you understand the importance of electrical safety. NFPA 70E covers standards for electrical safety in the workplace. Throughout this course, you will review the relationship between OSHA and NFPA 70E. You will also review general NFPA 70E standards and the importance of these standards in maintaining your safety and the safety of others in the workplace.

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