The course covers safe work techniques when working around electrical hazards and tools present in the entertainment environment. At the end of the course, students will be able to recognize electrical hazards and avoid them as well as develop safe use skills and practices of power and hand tools that are used on a regular basis.
Introduction to Electrical Safety
Electrical safety regulations, Cal/OSHA safety orders, NFPA 70E
Definitions of key terms
The importance of electrical safety
Who is at risk of electrical accidents
General employer responsibilities and employee responsibilities
Electrical hazards and prevention/removal of hazards
Effects of electrical current
Electrical shock hazard and physical reactions to electrical shock
Fall hazard
Electrical burn hazard and arch flash hazard
Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
Recognizing hand and power tool hazards
Ergonomics
Hand tool safety and selecting the right tools for the job
Principles for the use of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools
Abrasive wheel, fuel-powered and powder actuated tools, nail gun, spray guns, and abrasive blasting tools
Tool replacement and storage
DATE: September 1, 2022
LOCATION: Sylmar, CA
INSTRUCTORS: Gabriel Ramos, Industrial Compliance Services
This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 33 for more information.