Things You'll Need:
- OSHA safety materials
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Step 1
Use the safety sheets found in the OSHA handbook that specifically refer to electrical hazards in the workplace when you train company personnel. As part of a government-mandated safety program from OSHA, you should review this information as part of your monthly safety meetings. Make sure all personnel sign and date the attendance sheet for OSHA compliance.
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Step 2
Tailor the information found in the OSHA safety materials to your specific workplace. For instance, if you work in an office, stress the dangers of extension cords or overloaded electrical outlets. If you use ladders in your workplace, train your personnel to select fiberglass versions when working around electrical equipment in order to avoid shock, as opposed to a ladder made of aluminum.
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Step 3
Cover all information related to first aid when you train your personnel about electrical hazards. Ensure that your employees know what to do in case someone has been electrocuted, and how to summon help quickly. Review all proper first aid procedures while your personnel wait for emergency help to arrive.
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Step 4
Instruct your personnel on how to care for and inspect all electrical equipment properly, such as power tools or manufacturing machinery. Stress proper care and storage of such equipment, since abuse and neglect can turn any piece of equipment into an electrical hazard. Power equipment should always be inspected for hazards, such as frayed or loose cords or exposed wiring, before use.
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Step 5
Log onto the official OSHA website to find more information and educational materials to train your personnel about electrical hazards (see Resources below). Through the website, you can order handbooks and pocket guides dedicated to electrical safety, as well as print up articles that specifically address electrical issues in the workplace.
