Construction EHS Exhibit: Electrical Safety
Construction electrical safety requirements
Electrical Safety
Summary
How to manage and work with electricity and electrically energized equipment.
Who is this for?
- Building and operations management.
- Lab and research staff.
Electrical safety at Harvard
All staff who work with or near electrically energized equipment must follow basic electrical safety requirements, including:
- Complete the required training.
- Recognize and communicate electrical hazards.
- Assess and plan for risks.
- Maintain a safe work environment.
- Follow safe work practices, including using safety devices and equipment.
- Perform regular maintenance and inspections.
Electricians and staff who work directly with electricity must also:
- Complete National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E Standard training.
- Follow NFPA guidelines.
Related resources
Find documents and online tools to manage electrical safety.
Construction Energized Electrical Work Permit Form
Form to authorize an energized electrical work permit for a construction project
Electrical Risk Assessment Form
Form to conduct an electrical risk assessment
Lockout-Tagout
Protect people from unexpected equipment startups, energization, and hazardous energy releases
EHS support
Contact EHS for more information about electrical safety, including:
- Basic electrical safety.
- Extension cords and power strips.
- Ground fault circuit interrupter safety for labs.
- Lithium-ion batteries.