ABOUT THIS COURSE
This one-day course is designed specifically for linemen, apprentices, and utility workers who face daily exposure to electrical, environmental, and construction-related hazards. Training focuses on real-world conditions encountered on rights-of-way, substations, and job sites, giving participants practical tools to recognize risks, protect themselves and their crew, and meet regulatory requirements. Instruction is delivered by industry professionals with field experience and aligns with applicable OSHA standards and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
THIS COURSE COVERS
Hazard Communication – Understanding chemical hazards encountered in utility work (fuels, solvents, pole treatments), reading labels and Safety Data Sheets, and employee rights and responsibilities under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 / WAC 296-901.
Bloodborne Pathogens – Exposure risks following accidents, first-aid response in remote locations, and proper use of PPE and decontamination procedures per OSHA 1910.1030 / WAC 296-823.
Lightning & Inclement Weather for Utility Crews – Decision-making for storm work, approach limits, grounding considerations, and crew accountability consistent with OSHA 1910.269 and WAC 296-45 electric-power rules.
Heat Illness Prevention – Hydration, acclimatization, work/rest cycles, and emergency response for crews working in buckets, vaults, and remote terrain under WAC 296-62-095 and OSHA guidance.
Outdoor Wildfire Smoke – Recognizing AQI thresholds, respiratory protection, and employer obligations when maintaining critical infrastructure during fire season in accordance with WAC 296-62-085.
Fall Protection Hazard Awareness – Fundamentals of fall hazards in bucket trucks, poles, and structures; inspection and limitations of personal fall arrest systems meeting OSHA 1926 Subpart M, 1910.269(g), and WAC 296-880.
Trenching & Excavation Hazard Awareness – Safe approach to pole holes, vaults, and conduit trenches; soil hazards, protective systems, and entry requirements under OSHA 1926 Subpart P (1926.650-652) / WAC 296-155 Part N.
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LOCATION
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Recommended Class Size
20-40 people
COST
$3200 per day + travel costs
$2900 per day + travel costs for 2 consecutive days in same location
$2700 per day + travel costs for 3+ consecutive days in same location
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THIS COURSE
Field Safety Foundations for Utility Workers
