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FAQs

Which OSHA standards have first aid requirements? ›

Replies: OSHA's standard for first aid training in general industry, 29 CFR 1910.151(b), provides: In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons shall be adequately trained to render first aid.

1910.269(a)(2)(ii) and (x) defines the requirements for qualified employees to ensure they are knowledgeable in the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric power generation, transmission, or distribution equipment involved, along with the associated hazards.

When working on electrical equipment, for example, some basic procedures to follow are to: deenergize the equipment, use lockout and tag procedures to ensure that the equipment remains deenergized, use insulating protective equipment, and • maintain a safe distance from energized parts.

When an electric shock victim goes into cardiac arrest or ventricular fibrillation, it is important to call for emergency medical support (EMS) and start CPR within 4 minutes and continue CPR until rescue crews arrive. Brain damage and even death can occur if the blood flow is not reestablished within 4 minutes.

While the use of casts, splints or orthopedic devices designed to immobilize a body part is considered medical treatment for OSHA recordkeeping purposes, wraps or non-constraining devices such as wristlets or elastic bandages are generally considered first aid treatment (See Recordkeeping Guidelines, Page 43).

ELECTICAL SAFETY: MEETING OSHA AND NFPA 70E REQUIREMENTS. You're required to meet certain OSHA and NFPA 70E compliance standards in the areas of arc flash and electrical safety. US Compliance can help you meet these requirements.

Originally developed at OSHA's request, NFPA 70E helps companies and employees avoid workplace injuries and fatalities due to shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast, and assists in complying with OSHA 1910 Subpart S and OSHA 1926 Subpart K.

OSHA enforces its own standards that relate to electrical hazards. OSHA may, however, use NFPA 70E to support citations for violations relating to certain OSHA standards, such as the general requirements for personal protective equipment found in 29 CFR 1910.335.

There are two kinds of grounds; both are required by the OSHA construction standard: System or Service Ground: In this type of ground, a wire called "the neutral conductor" is grounded at the transformer, and again at the service entrance to the building.

What are the 4 main types of electrical injuries? ›

Prompt emergency medical care can be lifesaving for workers who have contacted either low voltage or high voltage electric energy. Immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) followed by advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) has been shown to save lives.

Follow these basic safety rules to avoid an accident and protect your loved ones: Never use a damaged extension cord. Never use a defective electrical device. Pull on the plug and not on the cable to unplug an electrical device.

There are two types of first aid qualification that certify someone as a first aider: First Aid at Work (FAW) and Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW). First Aid at Work is a Level 3 qualification, while Emergency First Aid at Work is classed as a Level 2 qualification.

Devices with rigid stays or other systems designed to immobilize parts of the body, and physical therapy or chiropractic treatment are also considered medical treatment, not first aid.

Therefore, employers are required to provide first aid supplies that are most appropriate to respond to incidents at their workplaces. OSHA allows employers to provide first aid supplies specific to the needs of their workplace.

Does OSHA Require Electrical Safety Training? Yes! According to §1910.332, "employees who face a risk of electric shock that is not reduced to a safe level by the electrical installation requirements of 1910.303 through 1910.308" need training. This requirement is often satisfied by providing NFPA 70E training.

Arc Flash Training Requirements

Though OSHA does not specifically call for NFPA 70E training, it is considered the industry standard for worker safety and compliance. Employees must be retrained in safe work practices and in any changes to the NFPA 70E standard at least once every three years.

What is NFPA 70E electrical panel labeling requirements? ›

According to NFPA 70E, labeling is required for any piece of electrical equipment that may need examination, adjustment, service or maintenance while energized. These labels communicate the electrical hazards an employee may be exposed to, including the potential for an arc flash incident.

NFPA 70E states that “Employees responsible for responding to medical emergencies” must be trained in first aid, emergency procedures, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) training if the site has AEDs available.

Identify Hazards – NFPA 70E defines an electrical hazard as a dangerous condition such that contact or equipment failure can result in electric shock, arc flash burn, thermal burn, or arc blast injury. The two hazards (shock and arc-flash) currently covered by NFPA 70E are easily recognizable.

ESS offers NFPA 70E training in 4 and 8-hour and two day qualified electrical worker classes and covers the complex standards and regulations and the latest in OSHA's enforcement direction of arc flash training.

Employees must be retrained in safe work practices and in any changes to the NFPA 70E standard at least every three years. Training is also required when new equipment is added, after a change in job duties, or after failed inspections.

Difference Between NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 70E

While NFPA 70E tells employers how to keep their workplace safe and the specific procedures they can put in place, NFPA 70 (NEC) goes into detail about how to design and install safe and effective electrical systems.

NFPA 70E, which is titled "Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces," is the NFPA's consensus standard for workplace electrical safety.

The first rule of electrical safety is to always disconnect whatever you're working on. This might mean unplugging an appliance that requires repairs or turning off a circuit breaker. You must disconnect before performing any electrical work to reduce the risk of electrocution.

How many volts is high voltage according to OSHA? ›

However, OSHA considers all voltages of 50 volts or above to be hazardous. Electric current, not voltage, passing through the human body causes injury, and the amount of current passing through an object depends on the resistance of the object.

At least one entrance shall be provided to give access to the working space about electric equipment. Front working space. Where there are live parts normally exposed on the front of switchboards or motor control centers, the working space in front of such equipment shall not be less than 3 feet (914 mm).

The following hazards are the most frequent causes of electrical injuries: contact with power lines, lack of ground-fault protection, path to ground missing or discontinuous, equipment not used in manner prescribed, and improper use of extension and flexible cords.

There are various ways of protecting people from the hazards caused by electricity, including insulation, guarding, grounding, and electrical protective devices. Laboratory users can significantly reduce electrical hazards by following some basic precautions: Inspect wiring of equipment before each use.

Allow the AED to analyze the person's heart rhythm. If the AED recommends a shock to the person, make sure that no one, including you, is touching the person. After the shock is delivered, the AED will tell you to begin CPR.

In an attempt to minimize these pauses, the American Heart Association recommends charging the defibrillator during chest compressions. While simulation work suggests decreased pause times using this technique, little is known about its use in clinical practice.

Minor electric shocks, such as those from small household appliances, do not typically need medical treatment. However, a person should see a doctor if they have experienced electrocution. If someone has received a high voltage shock, it is important to call 911 right away.

Whenever we are using electrical appliances, our hands should be dry. Repair of electrical appliances should be done by a trained person. Use only ISI-marked electrical appliances. Put off the switch, if there is no use of electrical appliances.

Check that the electrical equipment is in good condition

Switch off and unplug the equipment before you start any checks. Check that the plug is correctly wired (but only if you are competent to do so). Ensure the fuse is correctly rated by checking the equipment rating plate or instruction book.

If someone has had an electric shock, switch off the electrical current at the mains to break the contact between the person and the electrical supply. If you can't reach the mains supply: Do not go near or touch the person until you're sure the electrical supply has been switched off.

What should be the first step in first aid for electrical burns? ›

Rinse the burns with water, and apply a bandage. There may be burns where the electrical current entered the body and where it left the body. Call your doctor to discuss your burn injury. If you have a visible burn to the skin, an evaluation by your doctor is usually needed.

If the employer has persons who are trained in first aid, then adequate first aid supplies must be readily available for use. Therefore, employers are required to provide first aid supplies that are most appropriate to respond to incidents at their workplaces.

Employers are required by OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.151 to have a person or persons adequately trained to render first aid for worksites that are not in near proximity to an infirmary, clinic, or hospital.

Section 1904.7(b) states that a work-related injury or illness must be recorded on the OSHA 300 Log if it results in death, days away from work, restricted work or transfer to another job, medical treatment beyond first aid, loss of consciousness, or diagnosis of a serious injury or illness.

Classification of First Aid Kits

Class A kits are designed to deal with the most common types of workplace injuries. Class B kits are designed with a broader range and quantity of supplies to deal with injures in more complex or high-risk environments.

The international standard for first aid kits is that they should be identified with the ISO graphical symbol for first aid (from ISO 7010), which is an equal white cross on a green background.

Using prescription medications, or use of a non-prescription drug at prescription strength. Using wound closing devices such as surgical glue, sutures, and staples. Using any devices with rigid stays or other systems designed to immobilize parts of the body. Administration of oxygen to treat injury or illness.

OSHA does not require specific first aid kits for general industry, but states in 29 CFR 1910.151(b), “Adequate first aid supplies shall be readily available.”

Those not covered by the OSH Act include: self-employed workers, immediate family members of farm employers, and workers whose hazards are regulated by another federal agency (for example, the Mine Safety and Health Administration, the Department of Energy, Federal Aviation Administration, or Coast Guard).

What are the 7 steps of first aid? ›

A: Yes, all work related fractures are recordable.

Although it is not an OSHA requirement that employers provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training, OSHA's "Guidelines for First Aid Training Programs" recommends that CPR training be a general program element of a first aid program.

Yes. The physician's writing a prescription for multiple doses of prescription medication (Example: an 800 mg tablet of ibuprofen, which is a prescription drug) does result in OSHA recordability. I hope you find this information useful. If you have any further questions, please contact us at Area Code: (202) 219-6463.

You should replace used items as soon as they are used so that they are not missing from your kit in case of emergency. Some items within your first aid kit can expire. Items that have passed their expiry date should be disposed and replaced as they may not be effective and can start to deteriorate, making them unsafe.

Classes and Types of First Aid Kits and Required Supplies

Class B kits are designed to deal with injuries in more complex or high-risk environments and contain a broader range and quantity of supplies. ANSI/ISEA Z308.1 -2021 - Classes of First Aid Kits and Required Contents. First Aid Supply. Minimum Quantity.

Type B units are required in buildings where people live where there are four or more dwelling or sleeping units. There are exceptions for multi-story units, buildings with no elevators, steep sites and residential buildings required to be elevated because of flood provisions. See IBC Section 1107 for specifics.