Improving workplace Electrical Safety through Self-Assessment

Abstract

An effective electrical safety program is the key to reducing electrical injuries in the workplace. The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has developed a new workplace safety awareness program to assist safety professionals and facility managers with the development or improvement of electrical safety programs. Encouraging a proactive approach to electrical safety, the How Do You Know? program features high-quality video modules that reinforce the importance of electrical safety programs and compliance with standards and regulations, while also demonstrating the personal impact workplace electrical incidents can have on an organization and its employees. The How Do You Know? program also includes an online assessment tool that promotes self-evaluation as a method for improving workplace electrical safety. The ESFI Electrical Safety Self-Assessment guides users though a series of questions that help them review and analyze electrical safety practices related to facilities, personnel and procedures. Once the assessment is complete, users are provided with a summary of areas that have been identified for further examination or improvement.