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Overview

The College of Continuing Studies Division of Environmental and Industrial Programs presents a full slate of occupational safety, health, and environmental training courses. These courses are designed to train individuals in the various work disciplinery of asbestos, lead-based paint, electrial safety and mold in buildings. Each course covers topics based on EPA's model training programs. Successful completion of the asbestos courses satisfies EPA (AHERA) and OSHA training requirements. Successful completion of the lead courses satisfies the requirements under EPA's Model Accreditation Plan for Lead Based Paint Activities. The majority of our courses are held at the Bryant Conference Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; however, we can also offer courses at different locations around the state that can be provided for your company.

Contact Us

For detail information about course content:
Peter Hodgson, Environmental Training Coordinator
205-348-4603 phodgson@ccs.ua.edu

For course information:
Nancy Holleman, Office Associate Senior
1-877-50 TRAIN (1-877-508-7246) or 205-348-3005 nholleman@ccs.ua.edu

For accrediation information:
Jason Brasfield, Assistant Manager, Environmental Accreditation
205-348-9101 or (800) 421-7141
jbrasfield@ccs.ua.edu


Program Registration

Four Convenient Ways to Register:

Telephone:
Registration Services:
205-348-3000 or 205-348-8588

On-Line:
EHStraining.ccs.ua.edu

FAX:
205-348-6614

Mail:
Registration Services
College of Continuing Studies
The University of Alabama
Box 870388
Tuscaloosa, Al 35487-0388

Training at your Location

We can tailor our courses for your needs! All in-house training will be based on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each course will be designed for the company's individual situation. The fees for each course will be based on travel, size of class, course materials, and instructor cost. All course fees will be pre-negotiated.


To download current pdf versions of the Electrical Safety Brochure , Environmental Certification brochure - Summer 2008 and the Environmental Certification brochure - Fall 2008 .


Detail Listing of Asbestos, Lead , Electrical Safety and Mold Courses

Asbestos Courses:

  • Asbestos Abatement Supervisor
  • Asbestos Inspector
  • Asbestos Management Planner
  • Managing Asbestos in Schools & Buildings
  • Asbestos Update Courses
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    Asbestos Abatement Supervisor

    A person must be AHERA accredited as a contractor/supervisor to supervise any of the following activities with respect to friable asbestos containing building material (ACBM) in a school or public and commercial building:

    (1) a response action other than a small-scale short duration (SSSD) activity,
    (2) a maintenance activity that disturbs friable ACBM other than a SSSD activity, or
    (3) a response action for a major fiber release episode. All persons seeking accreditation as asbestos abatement
    contractor/supervisors shall complete at least a five-day training course.

    This five-day course is designed for asbestos abatement and control personnel at the supervisory or management level.

    This course is accredited / approved by the State of Alabama and incorporates the EPA Model Curriculum materials, which includes a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an examination. It is intended for supervisors, consultants, contractors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers. This 40-hour course does have an examination requirement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be presented with a certificate of training. This course is required for accreditation as an asbestos supervisor in the state of Alabama.

    Regulatory Requirements:
    1.The minimum course length is 40 training hours (five 8-hour days).
    2.All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date.
    3.Participants must be at least 19 years old.


    To successfully complete this course one must:
    1. Attend at least 95% of the training course.
    2. Receive a passing score of 70% or greater on the course examination (closed-book). One retest is available if a
    score of 69% or lower is received on the course exam.

    To be an accredited Asbestos Supervisor in the State of Alabama one must:
    1. Successfully complete an Asbestos Supervisor course recognized by the state. Call John Sikes at 800-421-7141 to check on recognized training providers.
    2. Submit your accreditation form and fee to John Sikes at 800-421-7141.

    Asbestos Supervisor Course Topics
    Background Information on Asbestos
    Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
    Establishing a Medical Surveillance Program
    Safety and Health Considerations (Other than Asbestos)
    Regulatory Review
    Protecting the Worker: Respirators and Protective Clothing
    Establishing a Type C Supplied-Air System
    Sampling and Analytical Methodology Pertaining to Asbestos
    Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Lab
    Abatement Overview
    Pre-Work Activities and Considerations
    Preparing the Work Area and Establishing the Decontamination Unit
    Confining and Minimizing Airborne Fibers
    Cleaning up the Work Area
    Lockdown and Sprayback Procedures
    Glovebag Lab
    Decontamination Lab
    Waste Disposal Requirements
    NESHAPS & Waste Disposal
    Contract Specifications
    Legal and Insurance Considerations
    Supervisor Role
    Accreditation
    New Developments in Asbestos Abatement

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    Asbestos Inspector

    All persons who inspect for Asbestos Containing Building Materials (ACBM) in schools or public and commercial buildings must be accredited. All persons seeking accreditation as an asbestos inspector shall complete a three-day training course.

    This three-day course is designed to train individuals to discover, sample, assess, and document asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) in buildings. Techniques which focus on compliance with U.S. EPA regulations are emphasized. A hands-on inspection at the end of the course provides realistic experience.

    This course is accredited / approved by the State of Alabama. It incorporates the EPA Model Curriculum materials. This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an examination. It is intended for inspectors, consultants, contractors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers. This 24-hour course does have an examination requirement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be presented with a certificate of training. This course is required for accreditation as an asbestos inspector in the state of Alabama.

    Regulatory Requirements:
    1.The minimum course length is 24 training hours (three 8-hour days).
    2. All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date.
    3.Participants must be at least 19 years old and must possess a high school diploma or GED.

    To successfully complete this course one must:
    1. Attend at least 95% of the training course.
    2. Receive a passing score of 70% or greater on the course examination (closed-book). One retest is available if a
    score of 69% or lower is received on the course exam.

    To be an accredited Asbestos Inspector in the State of Alabama one must:
    1. Successfully complete an Asbestos Inspector course recognized by the state. Call John Sikes at 800-421-
    7141 to check on recognized training providers.
    2. Submit your accreditation form and fee to John Sikes at 800-421-7141.

    Asbestos Inspector Course Topics
    Accreditation Information
    Overview
    Qualifications / Role of Building Inspectors
    Background Information on Asbestos
    Liability and Insurance
    Regulatory Review
    Potential Health Effects
    Personal Protection
    Pre-Inspection Planning
    Inspection for Friable and Non-Friable Asbestos Containing Material (ACM)
    Assessing the Condition of Friable ACM
    Bulk Sampling
    Building Systems
    Record Keeping and Report Writing
    Public Relations
    Field Exercise (Hands-on inspection)
    Field Exercise Debriefing
    Course Review

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    Asbestos Management Planner

    All persons who prepare asbestos management plans for schools must be accredited. All persons seeking accreditation as management planners shall complete a 3-day asbestos inspector-training course and a 2-day asbestos management planner-training course. Title II, Section 206, of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) does not require accreditation for persons performing the management planner role in public and commercial buildings. However, such persons may find this training and accreditation helpful in preparing them to design or administer asbestos operations and maintenance programs for public and commercial buildings.

    In this two-day Management Planner course participants are taught how to evaluate and interpret asbestos inspection results. Methods for assessing asbestos containing material (ACM) risks and selecting appropriate response actions are presented. A model format for developing an Asbestos Management Plan is introduced and discussed. Accreditation as an Asbestos Inspector is a pre-requisite to accreditation as an Asbestos Management Planner.

    This course is accredited / approved by the State of Alabama. It incorporates the EPA Model Curriculum materials. This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an examination. It is intended for consultants, contractors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers. This 16- hour course does have an examination requirement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be presented with a certificate of training. This course is required for accreditation as an asbestos management planner in the state of Alabama.

    Regulatory Requirements:
    1. The minimum course length is 16 training hours (two 8-hour days).
    2. All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date.
    3. Participants must be at least 19 years old and must possess a high school diploma or GED.
    4. Participants must have successfully completed an asbestos inspector course.
    5. Participants must be a professional engineer registered in Alabama, an architect registered to practice in
    Alabama, or must have graduated from a 4-year regionally accredited college or university or graduate school.

    To successfully complete this course one must:
    1. Attend at least 95% of the training course.
    2. Receive a passing score of 70% or greater on the course examination (closed-book). One retest is available if a
    score of 69% or lower is received on the course exam.

    To be an accredited Asbestos Management Planner in the state of Alabama one must:
    1. Be an accredited Asbestos Inspector in the state of Alabama
    2. Successfully complete an Asbestos Management Planner course recognized by the state. Call John Sikes at
    800-421-7141 to check on recognized training providers.
    3. Submit your accreditation form and fee to John Sikes at 800-421-7141.

    Asbestos Management Planner Course Topics
    Course Overview
    Evaluation / Interpretation of Survey Results
    Hazard Assessment
    Legal Responsibilities of Management Planners
    Evaluation / Selection of Control Options
    Role of Other Professionals Developing a Management Plan
    Developing and Implementing an Operations and Maintenance Program
    Regulatory Review
    Record Keeping
    Assembling and Submitting a Management Plan
    Cost Estimation and Financing Abatement
    Course Review

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    Managing Asbestos in Schools & Buildings

    Asbestos is present in many buildings in one form or another. It poses serious health and legal liabilities for the owners and managers of buildings and facilities. This course will answer important questions about asbestos. This course meets the special requirement of Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) regulations related to training of School Asbestos Coordinators (local educational agency designees).

     


    Asbestos Update Courses

    These courses meet EPA (AHERA) refresher training requirements. The courses will address recent changes in regulations and abatement techniques. Topics will include liability issues, federal and state regulatory review, contract specifications, and other pertinent asbestos-related matters.

    Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Update (One Day)

    AHERA Inspector Update (One-half Day)

    AHERA Management Planner Update (One-half Day)


    Note: The initial and update courses described above have been granted approval by U.S.E.P.A. under Section 206 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2646.

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    Lead Courses:

     

    Lead Abatement Project Supervisor: EPA

    (Target Housing & Child-Occupied Facilities)

    This course is accredited / approved by the States of Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi.It incorporates the EPA Model Course materials and June 1995 and 1997 revised HUD guidelines.It covers:Background on Lead; Sources of Lead Contamination; Health Effects; Medical Monitoring; Federal, State, & Local Regulations; Legal & Insurance; Reviewing Inspection and Risk Assessment Reports; Pre-Abatement Planning; Lead Hazard Recognition & Control; Respiratory Protection & Protective Clothing; Occupant Protection Plans; Supervision Techniques; Lead Abatement Options; Interior Dust Reduction & Cleanup; Soil Abatement; Lead Sampling in Soil, Dust, and Air; Clearance Testing and Criteria; Waste Disposal; Community & Employee Relations; Cost Estimating; and Record Keeping.This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an exam.It is intended for supervisors, consultants, contractors, supervisors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers.

    For more information on this and our other lead courses, click here.

     


    Lead Abatement Worker: EPA

    (Target Housing & Child-Occupied Facilities)

    This 2-day course meets Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and federal EPA requirements for Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities. It is based on the federal EPA Lead Worker Course materials. It is not intended to meet all of the OSHA worker training requirements for projects in other buildings and facilities. This course covers:background information on lead and sources of contamination and exposure; review of regulations; hazard recognition and controls; health effects; exposure measurements; medical surveillance; personal protective measures; work practices; area preparation; indoor and outdoor abatement of paint, dust, & soil; clean-up; disposal; and records access. This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an exam.

    For more information on this and our other lead courses, click here.

     


    Lead Inspector

    This three-day course is designed to train participants in adult and child lead toxicology, sources of lead, theory and use of X-ray fluorescence, sampling methods for lead in paint, soil and dust, health and safety concerns for lead hazard inspectors, regulatory developments and HUD's Guidelines for Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing.

    For more information on this and our other lead courses, click here.

     


    Lead Risk Assessor

    This two-day course is targeted toward environmental consultants, public health environmentalists, health and safety professionals, housing inspectors, real estate professionals, public housing personnel and others who are currently or may in the future conduct inspections and/or risk assessments in residential housing, day care centers, schools or other buildings.

    For more information on this and our other lead courses, click here.

     


    Lead Safe Work Practices Course

    HUD's new Lead Safe Housing Regulation (24 CFR part 35), to protect children from the hazards of lead-based paint in housing became effective on September 15, 2000.The new HUD rules also require persons who perform renovation, paint preparation, and other non-abatement related activities wherever there is lead-based paint to be trained in what is called "lead-safe work practices".This course provides the materials mandated by HUD.

     


    Lead Refresher Courses

    Lead Inspector Refresher (One Day)

    Lead Risk Assessor Refresher (One Day)

    Lead Abatement Project Supervisor Refresher (One Day)

    For more information on this and our other lead courses, click here.

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    Lead Supervisor & Worker Courses

    The College of Continuing Studies Division of Environmental and Industrial Programs offers a full slate of lead abatement courses. These courses are designed to train individuals in the various aspects of lead abatement methods. Successful completion of the EPA lead courses satisfies the requirements under EPAís Model Accreditation Plan for Lead Based Paint Activities.


    These training courses are designed to meet newly established regulatory requirements for residential applications. The content of these courses includes OSHA and EPA Regulations and HUD Guidelines. These programs include hands-on training for participants to simulate actual job-site situations. During these simulations the participants will learn what is required as well as what may be necessary to perform the lead abatement service work that will meet the compliance standards.


    To maintain accreditation in Alabama and other states, individuals are required to complete a refresher-training course for each appropriate discipline once every three years. Different statesí lead accreditation or certification laws may require additional training or qualifications. The participant should contact the specific state agency responsible for lead accreditation and certification to determine if he or she meets that stateís requirements. The requirements for accreditation in the state of Alabama are listed with the lead courses that qualify participants for accreditation in that particular discipline.

    Lead Abatement Supervisor: EPA
    (Target Housing & Child-Occupied Facilities)
    This course is accredited / approved by the States of Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. It incorporates the EPA Model Course materials and June 1995 and 1997 revised HUD guidelines. This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an examination. It is intended for supervisors, consultants, contractors, supervisors, engineers, architects, regulators, building owners and managers. This 32-hour course does have an examination requirement. Upon successful completion of this course students will be presented with a certificate of training. This course is required for accreditation as a lead supervisor in the state of Alabama.

    Alabama Regulatory Requirements:
    1. The minimum course length is 32 training hours, with a minimum of 8 hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
    2. Students shall take a course examination no more than two times.
    3. All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date.
    4. Participant must be at least 19 years old.
    5. Participant must have at least one-year experience as a certified lead abatement worker or at least two years experience in a related field (e.g. lead, asbestos, or environmental remediation work) or in the building trades.

    To successfully complete this course one must:
    1. Attend at least 95% of the training course.
    2. Successfully complete the hands-on skills assessment.
    3. Receive a passing score of 70% or greater on the course examination (closed-book).

    To be an accredited Lead Supervisor in the State of Alabama one must:
    1. Successfully complete an EPA Lead Supervisor course recognized by the state. Call John Sikes at 800-421-
    7141 to check on recognized training providers.
    2. Pass the EPA Third Party Exam. Call Beth Gaines at 800-421-7141 to arrange to take this exam.
    3. Submit your accreditation form and fee to John Sikes at 800-421-7141.

    Lead Supervisor: EPA Course Topics

    History and sources of lead
    Health effects of lead exposure
    Medical surveillance
    Regulatory review
    Site characterization
    Exposure measurements
    Hazardous Material Identification
    Legal & Insurance Issues
    Project Management
    Contract specifications
    Record Keeping
    Cost Estimation
    Supervisory Skills
    Lead Hazard Reduction Strategies
    Lead Based Paint Abatement
    Interior Dust Reduction & Control
    Soil Lead Abatement
    Exterior Dust Reduction & Control
    Interim Controls
    Hands-on Activities
    Sampling for Lead
    Post Abatement Clearance
    Testing for lead in paint
    Settled dust and clearance sampling
    Soil sampling
    Personal Air Sampling
    Waste Disposal
    Employee Information and Training
    Community Relations Process
    Inspection and Risk Assessment Interpretation

     

    Lead Abatement Worker: EPA
    (Target Housing & Child-Occupied Facilities)
    This 2-day course meets Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and federal EPA requirements for Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities. It is based on the federal EPA Lead Worker Course materials. It is not intended to meet all of the OSHA worker training requirements for projects in other buildings and facilities. This course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an exam. This 16-hour course does have an examination requirement. Upon successful completion of this course students will be presented with a certificate of training. This course is required for accreditation as a lead worker in the state of Alabama.

    Alabama Regulatory Requirements:
    1. The minimum course length is 16 training hours, with a minimum of 8 hours devoted to hands-on training activities.
    2. Students shall take a course examination no more than two times.
    3. All course requirements must be completed within a two-week period of the course start date.
    4. Participant must be at least 19 years old.

    To successfully complete this course one must:
    1. Attend at least 95% of the training course.
    2. Successfully complete the hands-on skills assessment.
    3. Receive a passing score of 70% or greater on the course examination (closed-book).

    To be an accredited Lead Worker in the State of Alabama one must:
    1. Successfully complete an EPA Lead Worker course recognized by the state.
    (Call John Sikes at 800-421-7141 to check on recognized training providers.)
    2. Submit your accreditation form and fee to John Sikes at 800-421-7141.

    Lead Worker: EPA Course Topics
    Role and responsibility of a lead worker
    Background information on lead
    Health Effects
    Regulations and Laws
    Identifying & Evaluating Lead Paint Hazards
    Controlling Lead Hazards
    Setup
    Abatement Methods
    Restricted Practices
    Lead Abatement in Housing
    Hands-On
    Cleanup
    Disposal
    Clearance
    Soil & Exterior Dust Abatement


    Mold Courses

    Got Mold?
    Get training.

    Mold in buildings is a major problem here in the southeast. Mold damages buildings and can sicken occupants. To answer questions about what can be done about mold in buildings, the University of Alabama is offering two new mold programs.
    Our one-day seminar will teach you the basics of Managing Mold in Buildings.
    Our three-day course will teach you how to actually assess and remediate mold.

    Managing Mold in Buildings

    This six-hour mold awareness seminar provides basic information about mold in buildings. It will help building and facility managers respond to occupant and resident complaints about mold in buildings. It will help school personnel respond to complaints from teachers, students, and parents. It will help insurance and real estate professionals understand the dynamics of mold in buildings. The seminar will answer questions such as:

    · Am I legally liable for mold and mold complaints?
    · Does mold really make occupants sick?
    · How do I know if I have a mold problem in my buildings?
    · How quickly do I need to act if I find mold in my buildings?
    · What can I do about mold in my buildings?
    · Who can I get to identify and correct mold problems in my buildings?

    During the seminar you will be able to ask questions about specific mold problems. Upon completion of the seminar, you will be able to answer mold-related questions. You will be able to decide if and when contractors or consultants are needed, or if in-house staff can handle the problem, and what training your in-house staff needs to correct mold problems.

    Who should come to this one-day seminar?
    · Building and facility managers
    · School maintenance directors
    · Public housing directors and managers
    · Insurance agents and adjusters
    · Real estate professionals


    Mold Assessment and Remediation

    This three-day training course provides instruction on the identification, assessment, and correction of mold problems in buildings. Practical instruction on mold assessment, remediation, and moisture control is included. It is intended for anyone who wants detailed, practical information that can be used to directly address mold problems in buildings and schools.

    Topics include:

    · Background of mold and other fungi
    · Health effects of mold
    · When and how to sample for mold
    · Mold and moisture identification and assessment
    · Moisture in buildings and its relationship to mold problems
    · Correcting moisture problems
    · Cleaning and removing mold
    · Setting up a mold remediation work area
    · Personal protection for mold remediation workers

    Who should come to this three-day training course?
    · Building maintenance managers
    · Building maintenance workers
    · School maintenance personnel
    · Public housing maintenance personnel
    · Consultants
    · Contractors


    Electrical Safety Courses:

  • Understanding Basic Electricity for Electrical Safety
  • OSHA Electrical Requirement CFR 1910
  • Guide to Electrical Safety Work Practicies NFPA 70 E
  • Illustrated Changes in the 2005 National Electric Code
  • Guide to the National Elctric Code for Field Use NFPA 70
  • Guide to Electrical Industrial Machines NFPA 79
  • Grounding, Bonding and Shielding of Electrical Systems
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    Understanding Basic Electricity for Electrical Safety

    Understand the Four Secrets of Electricity
    Power Law
    Three-Phase Power
    Proper Application of Fuses and Breakers
    Identify the Major Parts of Control Diagrams
    Read Control Diagrams
    Describe the use of Delta and Wye Connections
    Describe the Operation of a 3-phase Motor
    Understand Basic Plant or Building Circuitry
    Series and Parallel Circuits
    How to Connect and Disconnect an Electric Motor
    How to Wire Plugs and Switches
    How to do Basic Plant Wiring
    How to Apply Proper Wiring Methods
    Size and Hook-up Transformers
    Troubleshooting Methods

    OSHA Electrical Requirements CFR 1910

    Working Clearance and Dedicated Space
    Live Parts - Protection Requirements
    Arc Flash Requirements
    Arc Flash Boundary Requirements
    Qualified / Unqualified Person
    Purpose of Overcurrent Protection
    De-energizing Circuit Requirements
    Energizing Circuit Requirements
    Circuit Breakers and Fuse Application
    Overcurrent / Overload
    Identification of Disconnection Means Requirements
    How to Prevent Electrical Explosion
    Examination, Installation, and use of Electrical Equipment
    Identification Requirements for Branch, Service, and Feeder Circuits
    Use and Identification of Grounded and Grounding Conductors
    How Improper Identification Causes Electrical Accidents
    Basics of Investigating and Preventing Electrical Accidents with Electrical Circuitry
    Overcurrent Protection for Shock and Fire Protection
    How Overcurrent Protection Applies to Proper PPE for Arc Flash Protection
    How Overcurrent Protection Applies to Proper Boundaries for Arc Flash Protection

    Guide to Electrical Safety Work Practices NFPA 70 E

    Approach Distance
    Safe Installation
    Safe Maintenance Standards
    Safe Maintenance of Electrical Equipment
    Which Employees Must Be Trained
    Safe Electrical Work Practice
    Proper Lock/Tag Out Requirements
    Working On Energized (Live) Parts
    Test Equipment and Insulated Tools
    Proper Personal Protective Equipment
    Maintenance Test and Inspection Procedures
    Arc Flash Requirements - Protection and Labeling

    Illustrated Changes in the 2005 National Electric Code

    You Will Learn:

  • Valuable insights into the purpose of the Code changes
  • A concise interpretation of the changes to the Code
  • To find Code changes more easily and quickly through a review of the section changes
  • To prevent costly misapplications by developing a thorough understanding of the Code changes and much more . . .


  • You will gain insight into the purpose of the 2005 Code changes as well as a working knowledge of the new code requirements for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. This vital seminar will present information in the form of audiovisuals and illustrations detailing each of the Code changes.

    These changes will affect the way you design and install electrical systems, motors, transformers, and electrical equipment. To stay in compliance, you must know the 2005 Code. Knowledge and understanding of the NEC changes can also prevent dangerous and costly misapplications. Join us and learn the scope and details of the 2005 Code changes from a renowned Code professional. Please bring your copy of the National Electric Code.

    Guide to the National Electric Code for Field Use NFPA 70

    How To Read The National Electric Code Quickly
    Definitions
    Branch Circuits
    Feeder Circuits
    Premise Wiring System
    Overcurrent Protection
    Ground Fault
    Short Circuit
    Overloads / Overcurrent
    Wiring Methods
    Terminals / Splices Requirements
    Identification Requirements
    Disconnecting Means Requirements
    Circuitry Applications
    Multi-wired Branch Circuits
    The Dangers Of Misapplied Neutrals
    Anatomy Of Electrical Shock
    Conductor Sizing - Ampacity
    Sizing Junction Box
    Sizing Pull Boxes
    Wiring Method Location
    Electrical Load Calculations

    Guide to Electrical Industrial Machines NFPA 79

    Who Is The Authority Having Jurisdiction
    Basic Circuitry
    Identification Requirements
    Nameplate Information
    Ampacity
    Size of Equipment Ground Conductor
    Color Code of Wire
    Max Wire Size for Starter Sizes
    Control Transformer
    Overcurrent Protection Requirements
    Sizing Feeder Conductors

    Grounding, Bonding and Shielding of Electrical Systems

    Three Secrets of Electricity
    Purpose Of Grounding, Bonding and Shielding
    Removing the Myths of Grounding, Bonding and Shielding
    Definition Of Terms
    Grounding Electrode System
    Equipment Grounding
    Purpose and Application of Bonding
    How To Properly Shield

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