The OSHA electrical standard for construction contains requirements for ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and for assured equipment grounding conductor programs.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) electrical standard for construction contains requirements for ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and for assured equipment grounding conductor programs. These requirements help reduce the number of injuries and accidents from electrical hazards. This course is intended to help employers and employees responsible for electrical equipment to provide protection against 120-volt electrical hazards on the construction site—the most common being ground-fault electrical shock—through the use of GFCIs or through the assured equipment grounding conductor program.
Topics: This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Justification for OSHA formulation and enforcement of an electrical standard for construction Functioning of a GFCI Implementation of an assured equipment grounding conductor program Other ways to protect workers from electrical injury.
Intended Audience: for civil, construction, and electrical engineers concerned with preventing electrical injuries on the construction site.
Publication Source: US Dept. of Labor (OSHA)
Civil Engneering faculty member for 27 years
Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published numerous technical journal articles and technical reports for a variety of governmental agencies and private sector organizations. Mark P. Rossow, PE, PhD Licensed Professional Engineer in State of Illinois License No. 062.040560 Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published many journal articles and technical reports.
