Mastering Electrical Maintenance: Navigating NFPA 70B®

1.00 Hr
SKU: JCOM-40215

In today’s complex commercial and industrial facilities, electrical systems form the backbone of operations, powering everything from critical machinery to essential safety systems.However, with this reliance comes significant responsibility – electrical equipment failures can lead to costly downtime, equipment damage, or worse, serious accidents and injuries. The National Fire Protection Association’s NFPA 70B® standard emerged as a crucial guideline for electrical equipment maintenance, helping organizations maintain safe and reliable electrical systems. This interactive, online course explores the NFPA 70B® 2023 edition, which provides detailed recommendations for maintaining electrical, electronic, and communication systems and equipment. We’ll examine essential maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and documentation requirements that help prevent equipment failures and protect personnel. You’ll learn about proper inspection techniques, testing procedures, and the importance of maintaining accurate records. We’ll also discuss risk assessment methods and personnel qualification requirements to ensure maintenance tasks are performed safely and effectively.

Mastering Electrical Maintenance: Navigating NFPA 70B®

Course Details

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the evolution and scope of the NFPA 70B® standards
  • Discuss how to implement comprehensive electrical maintenance programs following NFPA 70B® 2023 guidelines
  • Discuss proper inspection and testing procedures for various electrical systems and equipment
  • Describe how to apply appropriate safety measures and risk assessment techniques during maintenance operations
  • Discuss how to develop effective documentation systems for tracking maintenance activities and ensuring compliance
  • Explain how to design and implement predictive maintenance strategies based on equipment specifications and operational requirements
  • Identify required qualifications for electrical maintenance personnel according to the NFPA 70B® 2023 Standard

Specs

Course Level
Intermediate
Languages
English
Compatibility
Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive

Author | Ryan Jackson

Ryan Jackson is a combination inspector in the Salt Lake City, Utah, area. He began his career as a carpenter while in high school, and began doing electrical work at the age of 18. At the age of 23 Ryan landed his first job as an electrical inspector, and subsequently became certified in building, plumbing, and mechanical inspection, as well as building and electrical plan review. Two years after becoming an inspector, he was approached by a friend in the area asking him to fill in at an electrical seminar for him. After his first class he was hooked, and is now a highly sought after seminar instructor. Ryan has taught in several states, and loves helping people increase their understanding of the Code.

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