In This Episode
Sponsored by Grainger. Jordan Schlittler and Wes Maertz of Grainger explore the critical relationship between the NFPA 70B and 70E standards. They discuss how these standards work together to enhance electrical safety, the core requirements of 70B, and practical steps for safety professionals to improve compliance and workplace safety.
Key Takeaways
- NFPA 70B establishes requirements for preventive maintenance for electrical, electronic, and communication systems and equipment
| - NFPA 70E establishes requirements for safe work practices to protect personnel by reducing exposure to major electrical hazards.
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- It's important for safety professionals to start at the top of the hierarchy of controls and prioritize hazard elimination over PPE.
| - Having an effective electrical maintenance program (EMP) is one of the most important elements for keeping your team safe in environments with electrical hazards.
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About the Guests
Jordan Schlittler
Jordan Schlittler, CSP, CHST, is a Corporate Safety Consultant at Grainger with 17 years of EHS experience in construction, general industry and aviation. He is an OSHA Outreach Instructor Construction, NFPA 70E Qualified Person, Competent Person Fall Protection, Qualified Rigger and Signalperson.
Wes Maertz
Wes Maertz CSP, CIT, is a Field Safety Professional at Grainger with 32 years of experience in the safety industry within the areas of Light & Heavy Manufacturing, Transportation, Industrial Hygiene, Healthcare, Commercial and Government Segments.