Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Awareness Course
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This course provides theoretical knowledge and awareness about recognizing electrical hazards, preventing incidents, and understanding how LOTO procedures protect workers from unexpected energization or startup during maintenance and servicing tasks.
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Course Overview
Electricity is a powerful resource that runs the modern world—but it also poses serious hazards if not managed correctly. Every year, thousands of workplace injuries and fatalities are caused by electrical shocks, arc flashes, equipment energization, and failure to follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
The Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Awareness Course by Burraq Consulting is specifically designed to help workers, supervisors, and safety professionals understand the dangers of electricity and the essential safety procedures required to work with or around electrical equipment.
This course provides theoretical knowledge and awareness about recognizing electrical hazards, preventing incidents, and understanding how LOTO procedures protect workers from unexpected energization or startup during maintenance and servicing tasks.
Why Electrical Safety & LOTO Awareness Matters
- Electricity causes over 300 deaths and 4,000 injuries annually in workplaces worldwide.
- Arc flash explosions can reach temperatures of over 19,000°C, causing severe burns, blindness, or death.
- Failure to implement LOTO is among the top 10 OSHA violations every year.
- The majority of electrical accidents are preventable through training, awareness, and safe practices.
Whether you’re working in an industrial plant, manufacturing facility, hospital, data center, or construction site, electrical safety and LOTO awareness are critical for all personnel—not just electricians.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Recognize the dangers of electricity and their effects on the human body.
- Understand electrical hazard classifications and common workplace scenarios.
- Become familiar with arc flash, arc blast, shock, and electrocution risks.
- Learn LOTO basics – purpose, devices, responsibilities, and procedural steps.
- Identify unsafe electrical conditions and unsafe acts.
- Understand the importance of control of hazardous energy during servicing.
Who Should Attend?
This awareness-level course is ideal for:
- Electrical and non-electrical workers
- Machine operators and maintenance teams
- HSE professionals and supervisors
- Engineers and plant technicians
- Facilities management teams
- Warehouse and production personnel
- Anyone working near energized equipment
No prior electrical training is required. However, those performing hands-on maintenance should also take LOTO Hands-On Certification Training.
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Get a Quote0304 5144 000Detailed Course Content: Module-Wise Breakdown
Module 1: Introduction to Electrical Safety
- Importance of electrical safety in the workplace
- Case studies of electrical incidents (Pakistan and global examples)
- Legal and regulatory requirements (OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, NFPA 70E)
- Employer and employee responsibilities under electrical safety programs
Module 2: Understanding Electricity
- Basic electrical terms: Voltage, Current, Resistance, Wattage
- How electricity flows – circuits and grounding
- Conductors vs. Insulators
- Common electrical systems in workplaces (LV, MV, HV)
- Direct contact vs. indirect contact exposure risks
Module 3: Electrical Hazards
- Electric Shock: Types (macroshock, microshock), effects on the body, voltage and current thresholds
- Arc Flash: Causes, consequences, prevention techniques
- Arc Blast: Explosion hazards and mechanical pressure
- Burns: Thermal, electrical, and contact burns
- Fire: Overloaded circuits, short circuits, faulty wiring
- Secondary Hazards: Falls, collisions, entrapments after shock
Module 4: Common Electrical Safety Risks in the Workplace
- Damaged insulation and exposed wires
- Improper use of extension cords
- Overloaded power sockets
- Faulty grounding
- Unauthorized personnel accessing panels
- Wet working conditions
- Improper PPE use
- Working on energized circuits
Module 5: Electrical Safety Best Practices
- Pre-job planning and risk assessment (JSA/JHA)
- De-energization procedures
- Approach boundaries and minimum clearance distances
- Insulated tools and PPE (gloves, boots, mats)
- Signage and labeling of electrical panels
- Housekeeping around electrical equipment
- Reporting and documentation of hazards
Module 6: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – Introduction
- What is Lockout/Tagout?
- OSHA’s LOTO Standard: 29 CFR 1910.147
- Purpose: Prevent accidental startup or energy release
- The six types of hazardous energy:
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Hydraulic
- Pneumatic
- Chemical
- Thermal
Module 7: LOTO Program Components
- Written LOTO program overview
- Types of Lockout Devices:
- Padlocks
- Hasps
- Circuit breaker locks
- Valve locks
- Plug locks
- Types of Tags:
- Danger tags
- Caution tags
- Out-of-Service tags
- Roles and responsibilities:
- Authorized employee
- Affected employee
- Other personnel
Module 8: The 6 Steps of Lockout/Tagout Procedure
- Preparation: Identify all energy sources
- Shutdown: Turn off the machine properly
- Isolation: Disconnect the equipment from energy sources
- Lockout/Tagout: Apply locks and tags
- Stored Energy: Dissipate any residual or stored energy
- Verification: Try to turn on the machine (test for zero energy)
Note: Only the person who applied the lock/tag is allowed to remove it.
Module 9: LOTO Do’s and Don’ts
✅ Do:
- Use only assigned locks and tags
- Communicate clearly with affected personnel
- Perform periodic inspections
- Ensure all energy sources are identified
❌ Don’t:
- Share locks or use others’ locks
- Ignore tag warnings
- Assume equipment is de-energized without verification
- Remove locks without authorization
Module 10: Emergency Response to Electrical Incidents
- What to do in case of electrical shock
- First aid for burns and unconsciousness
- Emergency contact protocols
- Fire suppression (use of CO₂ extinguisher for electrical fires)
- Isolating power in emergencies
- Evacuation procedures and safe re-entry
Benefits of Defensive Driving
- 🔐 Increased workplace safety and awareness
- ⚡ Reduced risk of electrical shocks, burns, and equipment damage
- 📘 Aligned with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and IEE guidelines
- 🎓 Certificate of Participation from Burraq Consulting
- 💼 Customized sessions available for your specific equipment and environment
- 🧯 Add-on option: Fire Safety & Arc Flash Protection module
Certification
Participants receive a Burraq Consulting Awareness Certificate in Electrical Safety & LOTO.
This course does not certify workers for LOTO lock application or working on energized equipment. For that, hands-on certification is required.
Interactive Training Methods
To ensure the best learning outcomes, this course includes:
- Real-life driving videos and visual hazard simulations
- Interactive quizzes and knowledge checks
- Scenario-based discussions and problem-solving
- Group-based reflection activities
- Open Q&A and experience sharing
- Optional: practical driving session (on request)
Certification & Completion Criteria
- Active participation in activities and discussions
- Completion of assessment quiz
- Issuance of certificate titled:
“Defensive Driving & Fleet Safety Awareness”
Recognized by Burraq Consulting
About Burraq Consulting
Burraq Consulting is a renowned training and advisory firm based in Pakistan, delivering internationally recognized professional development programs. Known for its strong focus on engineering, safety, and management disciplines, Burraq Consulting brings world-class instructors, practical knowledge, and globally aligned curriculums to local professionals seeking career advancement.
At Burraq Consulting, we believe safety is more than compliance—it’s a mindset. Our safety training programs are:
✅ Delivered by experienced health & safety professionals
✅ Aligned with local and international best practices
✅ Customizable to your company’s operations and risks
✅ Affordable and highly engaging
✅ Trusted by companies across Pakistan for over a decade
At Burraq Consulting, we believe safety is more than compliance—it’s a mindset. Our safety training programs are:
✅ Delivered by experienced health & safety professionals
✅ Aligned with local and international best practices
✅ Customizable to your company’s operations and risks
✅ Affordable and highly engaging
✅ Trusted by companies across Pakistan for over a decade
Training Options
- 📍 Available Nationwide – Lahore | Karachi | Islamabad | Faisalabad | Multan
- 🖥️ Virtual Classrooms – For remote teams or home learners
- 🏭 Customized On-Site Sessions – Based on your equipment & procedures
- 💼 Corporate Packages Available – For 10+ participants