Electrical Safety

Working with electricity can be dangerous. Engineers, electricians, and other professionals work with electricity directly, including working on overhead lines, cable harnesses, and circuit assemblies. Others, such as office workers and sales people, work with electricity indirectly and may also be exposed to electrical hazards. Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard. OSHA’s electrical standards are designed to protect employees exposed to dangers such as electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions.

OSHA’s electrical requirements generally apply to all workers who are exposed to the particular hazard subject to the requirement. Though, depending on training, voltages, type of work and equipment, and other factors, the requirements vary.