Electrical Safety

NEC Article 230, Services

Let’s take a closer look at Article 230 and the NEC 2020 Code changes, which covers service conductors and equipment for control and protection of services.

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Multimeter Safety

Using a multimeter tool incorrectly can cause severe injury or even death. In this blog we review some common multimeter safety practices!

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Preparing for an Electrical Exam

Not every electrical license exam is the same, so here are some important steps that you can take to improve your chance of passing this difficult exam.

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Ground Resistance Testing

How do we know if our single ground rod has the proper earth resistance? We don’t know unless we have a ground resistance tester and know how to use it. So let’s look at how we perform this test.

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How Many Receptacle Outlets Can You Install on One Circuit?

Not too many times, when speaking about the National Electrical Code, do we hear the phrase “as many as you want” or “unlimited.” However, when talking about a 15-amp 120-volt convenience outlet branch circuit in a dwelling, we can say those phrases, because it is true! We can install an […]

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Job Hazard Analysis for Electricians

Each morning your average electrical foreman and crew begin their day with a meeting. This Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) meeting is the most important meeting of the day and can mean the difference between life and death. Many of the workers are barely awake and just halfway through their energy drink. Some foremen will choose to rush through or even skip this event so they can get a jump start on the day. The owners of the company, the safety manager, and the elite crew members want to have this meeting and want it to be meaningful. OSHA says you should perform this JHA meeting every workday to keep your workers safe. Let’s look at how we can start the day off right.

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Renew a Colorado Electrical License in 5 Steps

Renewing your Colorado electrical license can be done in just a few steps using JADE Learning’s online continuing education. Below, we’ll walk you through the 5-step process needed to renew your license and continue performing electrical work in the state of Colorado. How to Renew a Colorado Electrical License Step […]

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OSHA and the Electrician

What are your responsibilities concerning meeting the requirements set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)? The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was put into law and Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and […]

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Does a Clothes Washing Machine Have to be GFCI or AFCI Protected?

This article takes a look at the NEC 2017, Section 210.8. We’ll answer questions about GFCI and AFCI protection as it relates to residential washing machines.

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3-Wire Cords on Modern 4-Wire Appliances

Modern clothes dryers often have a bonding strap in place that connects the metal housing of the dryer to the neutral lug of the cord attachment terminals, in case the installer is using the 3-wire cord method.

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Electrical Safety in the Workplace (2018 NFPA 70E)

The 2018 edition of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace has been extensively revised and significant new requirements have been added.
Electricity is the most pervasive energy source present in the workplace and can present an extremely dangerous hazard to those who must work in proximity to energized conductors or energized circuit parts.

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2018 NFPA 70E Update: The Language of Electrical Safety

The 2018 edition of NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace contains many changes, text has been revised, some requirements have been relocated or deleted, and new material has been added. The common point of all changes is to make the standard easier for both employers and employees to understand and apply in the workplace.

For example, Section 105.3 has been revised to separate the employer and employee responsibilities into separate paragraphs. The changes make it clear that electrical safety in the workplace is the result of a partnership between employer and employee. Both must do their part.

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Elevator Maintenance

Elevators have become an essential feature of most multistory buildings and are no longer limited only to tall buildings. Elevators provide an accessible and easy means of egress for employees and customers. In certain types of buildings elevators are required by the model building codes or Federal law

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Electrical Safety Never Takes A Holiday

May is designated as Electrical Safety Month and many organizations and employers take advantage of the focus on electrical safety to emphasize the importance of following safe working practices when working around energized equipment. The month of May is fast passing and the Memorial Day holiday is approaching, but we […]

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Field Applied Hazard Markings

Section 110.21(B) states that if caution, warning, danger signs or labels are required by the NEC, the labels shall “adequately” warn of the hazard using effective words and/or colors and/or symbols.

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Electrical Safety

NEC Article 230, Services

Most Recent

Multimeter Safety

Preparing for an Electrical Exam

Ground Resistance Testing

How Many Receptacle Outlets Can You Install on One Circuit?

Recently in Electrical Safety

Job Hazard Analysis for Electricians

Renew a Colorado Electrical License in 5 Steps

OSHA and the Electrician

Does a Clothes Washing Machine Have to be GFCI or AFCI Protected?

3-Wire Cords on Modern 4-Wire Appliances

Electrical Safety in the Workplace (2018 NFPA 70E)

2018 NFPA 70E Update: The Language of Electrical Safety

Elevator Maintenance

Electrical Safety Never Takes A Holiday

Field Applied Hazard Markings

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