NFPA 70e Electrical Safety Training 11/12

by Jessica Gillette | Sep 24, 2026

NFPA 70E ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING
Thursday, November 12, 2206  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM
This training will introduce your workers to the basics of how electricity functions and how to work around it safely.

Electricity is an essential part of our everyday life. From heating and cooling, computers, tools, televisions and more, electricity makes our world possible. Electricity is so much an integral part of everyday life that we tend to overlook its dangers. (Additional OSHA resource on “Controlling Electrical Hazards” is included in discussion)

The purpose of this training program is to familiarize workers with best practices when working around electricity, how electricity works, and its hazards.

Electrical Safety Training Class Topic Overview:
• Overview of how electricity works
• Definitions of common electrical terms
• Overview of grounding
• How to avoid electrical shock
• Electrical shock injuries
• Safety rules when working with electricity
• Working with generators safely
• Personal Protective Equipment for electrical work
• Lockout/Tagout and hazardous energy
• What to do in an electrical emergency
• OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K compliant

Course Outcomes
After completing this training, your employees will be certified in understanding the OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K and will have an understanding of how to work around electricity in the workplace safely.

Who should take this course?
Any employee who works with or near electricity in the workplace.

INSTRUCTOR
Cebert White

COST
Members — $325
Non-Members — $400
Includes lunch and course materials

LOCATION
ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility
1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228

SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written responses to cancel must be received within 48 hours of program start to receive a refund.

CONTACT
Sherrie Dickerson

24-Hour Competent Person Fall Protection Training 11/24

by Jessica Gillette | Sep 24, 2026

24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING
Tuesday, November 24, 2026  |  7:00AM – 4:00PM

In Accordance with ANSI Standard Z359.2
(Conforms to the 24-Hour Training Requirements of the EM-385-1-1 2014 Edition)

This 24-hour training is in accordance with 29CFR 1926 and EM-385-1-1, introducing students to the USACE EM385-1-1 Safety & Health Standards, as well as Virginia and Federal Construction Safety Standards and Regulations covering Fall Protection. This course includes classroom instruction in addition to the required 8-hours of practical hands-on training.

Topics Include:
– An integrated study of hazard recognition and abatement principles related to falls on construction worksites.
– Available equipment, equipment use, maintenance, storage and inspection requirements to maintain compliance
– Basic rescue techniques and emergency action procedures
– The study of compliance issues and challenges facing safety professionals including mishap and case study analysis, Virginia and Federal general safety standards, worksite inspections, interfacing with compliance officials, vertical and horizontal standards, and common construction industry compliance issues are also discussed.

Additional Topics Include:
– Equipment selection, Inspection and Donning
– Fall Prevention/Restraint/Arrest
– Fall Hazard Elimination
– Passive v. Active Systems
– Fall arrest rescue systems
– Selection and usage on non-certified anchorages
– Authorized persons’ duties and responsibilities
– Competent persons’ duties and responsibilities
– Testing of fall protection equipment
– “Hands-On” scenario of fall protection systems
– OSHA and ANSI Standards of Fall Protection

Who Should Attend:
Anyone required to manage a safety program or who is responsible to be the on-site Competent Person, including Safety Managers, Safety Directors, Onsite Managers, Supervisors, Section Leads and Responsible Persons.

What To Bring:
Please bring your personal fall protection harness to class. This will allow you to learn how to properly wear your own equipment and have it inspected if needed (including lifelines, lanyards, anchorages, etc.). Bringing your own gear also provides valuable hands-on experience using the equipment you’re familiar with, in addition to any gear provided in class.

**Class is limited to 15 students.**

LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228

COST
Member – $325
Non-Member – $375

CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.

Questions?
Contact Sherrie Dickerson