Hazards analysis techniques and the application of hazard control methods

DOE-STD-1160-2003

Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills

a. Describe general terminology associated with electricity and electrical hazards.

b. Define specific terminology applicable to the following:

Measurement of electricity

Power systems

Electrical distribution systems

Protective devices

Control measures.

c. Describe major safety concerns and appropriate control measures for working on or

near live electrical equipment (e.g., proper use of lockout/tagout procedures).

d. Describe the use, function, and appropriate application of PPE designed to protect

workers from identified electrical hazards.

e. Identify necessary training required for employees who face a risk of electric shock.

Identify specific safety-related work practices for a work place scenario, consistent with

the nature and extent of associated electrical hazards.

g. Describe first aid procedures for electrical shock.

h. Identify and discuss application and function of major safety requirements and

protective devices associated with electrical equipment and wiring in locations that are

classified as hazardous.

Identify potential electrical hazards for a given process, operation, or piece of

equipment; locate, interpret, and apply requisite requirements and/or standards; and

recommend suitable or mandated control measures.

Discuss the need for, selection, use, and performance of electrical tools and equipment

with their uses and limitations.

Occupational safety personnel shall demonstrate an expert-level knowledge hazard

analysis techniques and the application of hazard control methods and abatement

activities.

Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills

a. Describe the preferred hierarchy of hazard control methods.

b. Identify common types of engineering and administrative controls and discuss the

applicability of each.

c. Outline appropriate actions when responding to the report or discovery of an imminent

danger situation.

d. Define the elements and appropriate application of a hazard abatement program.

e. Outline benefits of applying hazard analysis techniques during the design phase of a

facility, operation, process, or piece of equipment.

Analyze a given identified hazard and recommend acceptable control measures,

including, informing, posting, and abatement.