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NFPA 70E

N.E.C. Q&A

Director’s Desk

Instrumentation

Schedule of classes

The Electrical Training Institute

Electrical Training Institute Newsletter March 2014

NFPA 70E: Standard for electrical safety

What every Electrician should know The NFPA 70E handbook is a standard drafted by the National Fire Protection Agency

that covers employee protection from electrical hazards. The NFPA 70E standard was

developed in the aftermath of a serious electrical industry injury involving an arc flash.

These arc flashes can reach 35,000° F, equivalent to four times hotter than the surface of

our Sun. In addition to the tremendous heat, the worker is often showered with metal par-

ticles causing physical damage.

We often hear that our safety is a personal responsibility. With this mindset, we believe

every electrical worker should be trained to recognize the potential energy of the electrical

systems. In addition, they should be properly trained in the selection and implementation

of personal protective equipment.

Class Instructor and format Instructor Mike Hopkins shows a passion for Electrical Safety and has developed an inter-

active training course for all electrical workers. Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedure, Electrical

Hazard Analysis, and selection of PPE are just a few of the topics covered in this 16 hour

course. Upon completion of the course, participants are better equipped with the

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National Electrical Code Corner

NEC Definitions

Article 100 in the NEC covers definitions of words and terms for the better understanding of what the code wants to get across as safe. Some of the definitions in the NEC may have a different meaning than that of which you would use on an everyday basis. For instance, the term ‘bathroom’ in the NEC refers to an area, not just a room, that has a sink and 1 or more of the following; tub, toi-let, shower, bidet. You might think that a room with just a toilet and sink is a “half bath”, and it very well may be to most people, but the NEC does not recognize a “half bath”, it either “IS” a bath-room, or it ‘IS NOT” a bathroom for the purposes of the NEC. One other thing on NEC definitions, Article 100 definitions apply to all of the articles in the NEC, but some articles have their own defi-nitions that only apply to that arti-cle.

Please send your questions to jtek@iejatc.org or call (317)270-5282 ext.207

Fluke 117 Electrician DMM donated by Fluke

Director’s Desk

Fluke Donation

Welding Practice Area

2014 NEC

Did you know? Apprentices must now submit their work hours online between the 1st and 5th of the month. They also must submit jobsite evaluations to the training center between the 1st and 10th of the month. Please take time to accurately evaluate your apprentice and help strengthen our industry.

Fluke makes training partner donation We here at the apprenticeship continue to aggressively seek vendor donations to

supplement our program and bring the latest technology to our participants. Fluke

has been very supportive of our efforts in the past and continue to recognize the high

caliber, hands-on approach to learning the trade. We secured a donation of new

Fluke 117 digital multimeters for use in our Industry Awareness Boot Camp and Elec-

trical Test Instrument Training throughout the apprenticeship.

Welding practice area added for currently certified welders All current AWS certified welders can now get their required continuing education at

the apprenticeship. We installed two welding booths and purchased a SMAW (stick)

and GMAW (mig) machine through a educational training partnership with Lincoln

Electric. Several members achieved their certification through the last welding course

and we invite any interested members to call the apprenticeship to sign up for the

next class. There is a possibility of jobs requiring certified welders in our jurisdiction

so get started soon if this interests you.

2014 NEC Code classes coming for the Fall The 3 year code cycle brought us the 2014 version of the NFPA 70 code book. We

have begun to get codebooks into the apprenticeship classrooms this semester.

Make sure you watch for upcoming classes planned for the Fall of 2014 for Code

Update and Refresher courses.

Continuing Education Credits needed for

certification?

We can issue certifi-cates for continuing education for the ISA CCST program and BICSI program. Check out our course listing for authorized courses that fulfill

your CEC needs.

Instrumentation Certification

Why it may be right for you Instrumentation is the science of measurement and control of a process. You look

at the instrumentation in your car on a daily basis, monitoring such variables as

pressure, flow, level, and temperature. Manufacturing, power generation, and petro-

chemical industries rely on expansive data networks to sense, monitor, and control a

process. An instrument technician is responsible for the installation, testing, and

maintenance of these systems. The nature of instrumentation requires specialized

skills to interact with process components.

Which certification is the best? That’s a tricky question with no clear answer. There are two routes to certification in

the industry. The oldest is through the International Society of Automation (ISA)

CCST program. The second is through the Electrical Power and Research Institute

(EPRI) program. While some industries may prefer one over the other, both provide

the same level of knowledge at the first level (ISA CCST 1 or EPRI A). However,

EPRI level two, properly referred to as EPRI B, gives the technician a hands-on

course in troubleshooting and bench calibration. We are noticing a shift in many

industries to favor EPRI due to the more rigorous training and wider breadth of

knowledge. The ISA CCST level 1, EPRI A and EPRI B courses are currently avail-

able at the apprenticeship.

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Welding

Certification

Classes will be

scheduled in

response to

member interest.

If you would like

to take welding,

call us and get

on the list.

Classes for Spring 2014

Continuing education keeps you plugged into the latest technology in the electrical industry

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1751 S. Lawndale Ave

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OSHA 10 April 15 and 17 from 4:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.

This OSHA 10 hour training course is designed for apprentices and journey-

man involved in the construction industry. Topics include fall protection, ex-

cavations, working surfaces, and many more. Instructor Stan Corson, there

are no class fees.

OSHA 30* April 22 through May 15 on Tues/Thurs from 4:30 –8:30 P.M.

This OSHA 30 hour training course is designed for journeyman, foreman,

and field supervisors involved in the construction industry. Topics include

fall protection, excavations, working surfaces, and many more. Instructor

Stan Corson, Fees are $30. BICSI CEC’s: 30

VFD April 7 through 16 on Mon/Wed from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

June 9,12, 16, 18 from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

This course will be a blend of hands-on and classroom instruction using Al-

len-Bradley PowerFlex VFD’s. You must have taken a PLC class within the

last five years to enroll in this class. Instructor Jon Tekulve, Fees are $25.

*Course is qualified for BICSI credits

EPRI B June and July from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

EPRI B is for current EPRI A certified techs looking to further their skillset

by performing calibrations on various instruments. Instruments include

Rosemount 3051 and 1151 differential pressure transmitters, Rosemount

846 I/P transducer, ASCO pressure switch, and Rosemount 3144 Temper-

ature transmitter. A variety of calibration standards will be used. Instructor

Paul Meyers, Fees are $20.

PLC May 14 through 21 on Mon/Wed from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

This course will cover the wiring and programming of PLC's. To take this

course, you must have successfully completed a motor controls course with-

in the past five years and be proficient with ladder diagrams. Instructor Jon

Tekulve, Fees are $25.