US DOE Midwest Regional Weatherization Conference

SAF 9 - Avoid the Shock: Electrical Safety

Thursday, August 17, 2006 · 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Learn to inspect residential electrical systems from the weatherization auditor’s perspective. Review the tests and tools that should be available for every home audit. The issue of knob and tube wiring will be examined in detail. Recognize hazards to watch for in a visual inspection. Find out what needs to be done to ensure worker safety.

By attending this session, participants will

Understand the basics of residential electrical systems, wiring, and circuits
Identify visual “red flags” that can indicate an electrical hazard
Perform basic test procedures better

KEYWORDS: basics, electrical safety, GFI, knob & tube, safe work practices, test equipment, test procedures, visual inspection

Jeff Gordon, Building Research Council, University of Illinois, Champaign, IL

Randy Snelling, Ohio Valley Opportunities, Madison, IN

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Health & Safety
CEU: Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

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