A new OSHA toolbox talk emphasizes that most workplace electrical fatalities occur outside traditional electrical trades and outlines practical steps employers can take to reduce risk. Electrical ...

There’s a reason children are all taught early on not to play with electrical outlets or use corroded batteries. Electric power is an essential part of life, but when something goes wrong, it can be ...

This safety procedure provides guidelines for safely working around electrical hazards. It includes provisions for training, lockout requirements, and specific types of work practices and the required ...

Wouldn't it be nice to know exactly what OSHA is training its inspectors to look for during an inspection that includes electrical safety, including surprising new areas of emphasis based on national ...

Major updates to NFPA 70E, the National Electrical Code, and OSHA training requirements in 2026 are reshaping electrical safety compliance. The changes tighten training cycles, reorganize code ...

In 2023, the NFPA promoted the NFPA 70B publication from a status of “recommended practices” to a Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance. Since then, we’ve seen many articles and posts ...

Electrical crews rarely operate in ideal conditions. Most of the time, crews are making repairs and improvements in vast, open spaces. That makes workers more vulnerable to risks and hazardous ...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a regular player in road transportation systems, whether you’re talking about privately owned vehicles, public transportation, or vehicles used in the corporate ...

The National Campaign Will Focus on Key Issues Related to ElectrificationARLINGTON, Va., April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is spearheading ...

Every day, an estimated five to 10 arc flash incidents occur and more than 2,000 people are hospitalized each year, according to The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). With arc flash and ...