70E 110.2(C) Training for Release of Shock Victims

[Twistersister]

Does anyone have resources to meet the training requirement in methods of release of victims from contact with exposed energized electrical equipment.

Something beyond "just hit the guy with a 2 x 4" would be the most useful.

 

[mgookin]

Does anyone have resources to meet the training requirement in methods of release of victims from contact with exposed energized electrical equipment.

Something beyond "just hit the guy with a 2 x 4" would be the most useful.

Not me. But I think first you have to consider whether you're talking about in-house personnel at your plant/ shop/ facility, or construction/ service personnel out in the field. We operate a factory and have our own in-house plan we developed internally but it's not going to work for you. We have shunts all over the place, GFCI everywhere we can get away with it, etc. In our production room the mdp's are very close by as well. Our first plan of action is get the power off; don't touch the person.

We developed what we considered the most logical plan of action and we go over it periodically.

 

[cornbread]

We resorted to using safety videos .. like the this..
http://www.media-partners.com/electrical_safety_training/electrical_emergencies_proper_response.htm

Each year we set up a lunch and learn and review the video and have a open discussion. The main point I stress... since we alll carry radios is to call for help before you do anything.

I'm sure the guys wanted to use the old 2X4 on me a couple of times!!!!:lol:

 

[wirebender]

Does anyone have resources to meet the training requirement in methods of release of victims from contact with exposed energized electrical equipment.

Something beyond "just hit the guy with a 2 x 4" would be the most useful.

Kick the ladder out from under him?