The Updated NFPA 70E Standard: Bridging the Gap Between Compliance and Electrical Safety

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The Updated NFPA 70E Standard: Bridging the Gap Between Compliance and Electrical Safety

Below are the key changes to the 2024 revision for employers.

Documentation Updates: 

  • Employers must have an established, documented, and implemented plan for achieving an Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC). 

  • An emergency response plan is now mandatory within job safety planning. 
  • Employers must fully audit their electrical safety programs every three years to comply with the latest NFPA 70E updates. 
  • Updating the program must fill any gaps identified between the current documentation and the new standard. 

Work Practice Changes: 

  • Related safety practices may need updating in line with changes to the standard. 
  • Employers must assess all electrical PPE, tools, and equipment. Items must be repaired or replaced if their condition is not suitable. 

This article originally appeared in the June 2024 issue of Occupational Health & Safety.

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