Implementation Guidance

DOE-HDBK-1092-98

Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL)

An organization acceptable to the AHJ and concerned with product evaluation that maintains

periodic inspection of production of listed equipment and materials. The NRTL ensures that the

equipment or materials meet appropriate designated standards or have been tested and found

suitable for use in a specified manner. (Refer to 29 CFR 1910.7 "Definition and Requirements

for a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory.")

Personnel

Employees and on-site contractors.

Qualified Personnel

Personnel trained and familiar with the construction and operation of electrical systems and

equipment and their associated hazards. (Refer to 29 CFR 1910.399, "Definitions", Qualified

Person, Notes 1 and 2.)

Qualification Requirements for AHJ Inspectors

Current AHJ recognized electrical inspection certification, or AHJ-approved education and

experience in applying the requirements contained in NFPA 70; ANSI C2; 29 CFR 1910, Subpart

S; 29 CFR 1926, Subparts K and V, and DOE Order 6430.1A, General Design Criteria.

NOTE: AHJ inspectors derive their authority from and coordinate their interpretations through

the ESC.

IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE

5.1

INTRODUCTION

The objective of this section is to provide multilevels of management with the criteria to implement

this Electrical Safety Program in their organizations. To achieve this objective, managers and ES&H

coordinators should

identify electrical hazards in their workplaces;

familiarize personnel with these electrical hazards;

develop and implement safe operating procedures to ensure safe electrical work practices that

mitigate the risks of electrical hazards;

conduct periodic inspections of their workplaces and electrical equipment;

develop and implement an action plan for documenting and correcting electrical deficiencies,

and

ensure that personnel receive Electrical Safety Awareness Training and other job-specific

electrical safety training as required by 29 CFR 1910.332.

Involving all employees and on-site contractors in the electrical safety process is essential to

ensure successful implementation of this program.

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