ESWPCoNFPA70E

One can be qualified to complete certain electrical tasks, yet not qualified to complete others. Therefore, qualified electrician, depends upon the task at hand.  Technical expertice and knowledge of Electrical Safe Work Practices for the task at hand are critical. 

Review the text below which pulls requirements from both NFPA 70E and OSHA 1910 Subpart S.  Then go to the Definitions section of the Knowledge Base link on the left side of the page.  A definition is provided from multiple sources. 

• Employees trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices required by 29 CFR 1910.331 through 1910.335.
• Employees trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices contained in NFPA 70E Chapter 1.
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from the other parts of electric equipment.
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts.
• Knowledge of approach boundaries specified in 70 E 130.2(C)
• Knowledge of Hazard/Risk Category Classifications specified in 70 E 130.7(C)(9)(a)
• Knowledge of PPE Matrix specified in 70 E 130.7(C)(10)
• Knowledge of Protective Clothing Characteristics specified in 70 E 130.7(C)(11)
• One who is capable of working safely on energized circuits and shall be familiar with the proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools.
• One who has documented skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations and has received safety training on the hazards involved.