Electrical Safety Foundation International

The Electrical Safety Foundation International [ESFI] is a 501 [c][3] organization dedicated to promoting electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace through education, awareness, and advocacy. Over the past 20 years, ESFI has reinvigorated how electrical safety is addressed through groundbreaking programs and campaigns. www.esfi.org

Who Pays for PPE?

OSHA 1910.132(h)(1) – ..the protective equipment, including personal protective equipment [PPE], used to comply with this part, shall be provided by the employer at no cost to employees. Details on the OSHA website

Are You Qualified?

While qualified workers performing electrical work are often willing to go above and beyond the call, some jobs require specific knowledge and experience. That’s why it’s important to stop and reassess a situation if there is ever a doubt about a job’s task or a procedure’s requirement.