Surge Protection – More than an Accessory
Summary In 2017, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) conducted a survey of electrical designers, planners, and engineers and found that there was a limited understanding of the purpose and effectiveness of surge protection devices. In response to the survey results, ESFI created educational materials to spread awareness of surge protection. An important factor revealed […]
We Want You to Lockout / Tagout
According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Safeguard your workplace by complying with and enforcing proper Lockout / Tagout procedures. National Electrical Safety Month 2016
Test Before You Touch
Every year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by circuits they thought were safely turned off. Simply shutting off the power is not enough. Hazardous conditions can still exist. Make sure to always TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH. How to Test Before You Touch Ensure all participants are qualified for the job Identify potential hazards […]
Lockout / Tagout : Your Life Depends On It
According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Learn how to Lockout / Tagout and avoid unnecessary risk. Notify all employees about the required lockout Shut down equipment using normal stopping procedure Locate and isolate equipment from all energy sources Release any stored energy […]
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Job Planning
An explanation of safe practices you and your crew should perform before you strap on the tool belt. Part of ESFI’s Never Assume Electrical Safety Series – A must for anyone working with or near electricity.
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Test Before You Touch
An overview of the deenergized and ‘test before you touch’ processes. Part of ESFI’s Never Assume Electrical Safety Series – A must for anyone working with or near electricity.
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Industrial Safety 101
A safety program for individuals qualified to repair or maintain electrical equipment and installations. Part of ESFI’s Never Assume Electrical Safety Series – A must for anyone working with or near electricity.
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Construction Safety 101
A basic reminder for construction workers who do installs and modifications. Part of ESFI’s Never Assume Electrical Safety Series – A must for anyone working with or near electricity.
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Overview of Standards and Regulations
An overview of the 70E standard and how it relates to the OSHA regulations. Part of ESFI’s Never Assume Electrical Safety Series – A must for anyone working with or near electricity.
Never Assume Electrical Safety Series: Introduction
This one-of-a-kind electrical safety series from ESFI will give you and your co-workers the right frame of mind when it comes to safety in the workplace. Check out all of the video modules: Standards and Regulations, Construction Safety 101, Industrial Safety 101, Test Before You Touch, and Job Planning.
Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
This paper, titled “Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents: Using OSHA Data to Get a Better Understanding” examined all electrical cases investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents as well as the scenarios associated with these events. ESFI President […]
Workplace Fatalities and Injuries 2003 – 2015
Twenty Three Years of Electrical Injury Data Shows Substantial Electrical Safety Improvement The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) uses the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) and Survey of Occupational Injuries (SOII) to distill information specifically pertaining to fatal and nonfatal occupational electrical injuries. Each year the ESFI publishes […]
