NFPA 70E — Data Center Edition
An 8-hour electrical safety course built around the hazards of live switchgear, UPS rooms, and PDU maintenance in mission-critical facilities. Covers shock and arc-flash risk assessment, arc-rated PPE, approach boundaries, and energized-work permits.
Electricians, qualified workers, MEP crews, and critical-environment techs who work on or near energized equipment.
8 modules. Live-gear focused.
- 01
Electrical Safety Culture
OSHA 1910.331-.335 overview, employer responsibilities, and the human factors behind arc-flash incidents.
- 02
Shock Hazard Analysis
Identifying shock hazards, calculating limited and restricted approach boundaries, and safe work distances for common DC and AC systems.
- 03
Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
Incident energy calculations, arc-flash boundary determination, and how to read and apply arc-flash labels on live gear.
- 04
Arc-Rated PPE Selection & Care
Selecting the right ATPV-rated clothing, face shields, and gloves. Daily inspection and cleaning requirements.
- 05
Approach Boundaries
Limited, restricted, and prohibited approach boundaries for live parts in switchgear, PDUs, and UPS maintenance.
- 06
Energized Work Permits
When energized work is justified, how to write an energized electrical work permit, and who must approve it.
- 07
LOTO for Electrical Systems
Lockout/tagout procedures for UPS strings, switchgear, and distribution panels in critical facilities.
- 08
Qualified Worker Practices
What makes a worker 'qualified,' training requirements, and supervisory oversight during live maintenance.
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