Electrical safety standards Electrical safety standards Electrical safety is a system of organizational measures and technical means to prevent harmful and dangerous effects on workers from electric current, electric arc, electromagnetic field and static electricity. The electrical safety develops with the technical progress. In 1989 OSHA promulgated a much-needed regulation in the General Industry Regulations. Several standards are defined for control of hazardous energy, or lockout/tagout. In 1995 OSHA was successful in promulgation of regulations for utility. In 1994 were established Electrical Safety Foundation International non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety at home and in the workplace. Standards are compared with
Electrical Artificer Electrical Artificer An Electrical Artificer (EA) is an electrical technician competent in the electrical maintenance of ship's machinery such as engines and generators. This was originally a Royal Navy term for those trained and competent in the installation and maintenance of ships electrical systems. The title has been replaced in the Royal Navy . However the Irish Naval Service continues to use the term 'Electrical Artificer' (EA) for electrical technicians. A distinctive propeller insignia is worn to identify these personnel. Training is completed in the National Maritime College which is incorporated into the Cork Institute of Technology. Prior to its