EWT - Underground Electrical Installations
Learning objectives
- Evaluate whether a particular underground electrical installation is safe for entry and work; who may enter the installation; and what OSHA standards they must apply.
- Inspect and safely work with underground cables and duct rods.
Course overview
This lesson covers requirements for safe work in and around underground manholes and vaults. It focuses on working safely with underground lines and cables.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 20 minutes
- Format: Online Interactive
- Tier: 3
- Course ID: 161
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Establishing Safe Entry Conditions
- Working Safely with Underground Cables
Regulations
- 29 CFR 1910 Subpart R - Special Industries Section - 1910.269(t) Electric power generation, transmission, and distribution