Taking place this spring, the STAC Conference is the only national event dedicated exclusively to the safety, standards, and evolving needs of telecom tower workers. With growing electrical demands on today’s tower sites – from backup power systems to fiber optics and RF cabling – electrical safety has never been more critical.

Speaking Session:

“Electrical Safety for Telecom Technicians”

Victor will dive into the electrical hazards faced by telecom technicians in the field, and how simple oversights – like improper lockout/tagout or misidentified energy sources – can lead to serious injuries or downtime.

Attendees will gain:

• An understanding of common electrical risks in tower and infrastructure work

• Best practices for hazard identification and task planning

• How telecom teams can benefit from digital safety assessments and real-time risk tracking

• Actionable steps to improve compliance with CSA Z462:24 and relevant safety standards

“Telecom technicians work in highly dynamic environments where electrical hazards are often underestimated,” said Evans. “This session is about helping crews recognize those risks and take ownership of safety, every time they power up.”

A Step Toward Smarter, Safer Work in Telecom

At e-WorkSAFE we specialize in helping teams in high-risk industries – like telecom, construction, and utilities – digitize their safety processes to reduce incidents, improve accountability, and build a proactive safety culture.

Victor’s participation in STAC 2025 underscores our commitment to raising the standard for electrical safety – not just in heavy industry, but across every sector where energized work is part of the job.

Are you attending STAC 2025?
We’d love to connect with safety leaders, telecom providers, and field technicians looking to strengthen their electrical safety programs.

Contact us to schedule a meeting or learn more about our digital safety platform.

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“No employee shall work on or near high voltage electrical equipment unless authorized by their employer.” – OSHA

While OSHA sets a baseline standard, the CSA Z462:24 and NFPA 70E definitions expand on this by emphasizing the demonstration of appropriate knowledge, skills, and training to recognize and avoid electrical hazards.

What is a CSA Z462:24 Qualified Person?
A Qualified Person must:
– Be trained in and knowledgeable about the construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment or work methods.
– Be trained to recognize and mitigate electrical hazards.
– Be familiar with the proper use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures.

To enter the limited approach boundary, workers should also be trained to:
✓ Distinguish exposed energized parts.
✓ Determine the nominal voltage of live components.
✓ Understand approach distances and their implications.
✓ Apply decision-making processes for conducting electrically safe work practices.
✓ Select and properly use appropriate test instruments.

What is a NFPA 70E Qualified Person?
According to NFPA 70E, a Qualified Person must:

– Possess electrical skills and knowledge relevant to the equipment they work on.
– Be trained in electrical safe work practices, including methods for safe release and special precautionary techniques (2021 NFPA 70E, Article 110.6(C)(1)).
– Demonstrate the ability to use a test instrument to verify the absence of voltage (2021 NFPA 70E, Article 110.8(E)).

Important Note: Simply being an electrician is not sufficient. Employees who operate electrical tools or devices must receive training that complies with OSHA’s workplace electrical safety standards.

Failing to adhere to OSHA requirements not only puts workers at risk of injury but can also result in significant fines and multi-million-dollar lawsuits.

Why Invest in Quality Electrical Safety Training?
Given the stakes, it is critical for employers to:
– Assess their electrical infrastructure and workplace practices.
– Provide tailored, high-quality safety training that protects employees and ensures compliance.

e-WorkSAFE offers expert, site-specific electrical safety training tailored to your facility’s needs. Available both on-site and online, our courses cover:

✓ Electrical safety practices
✓ Electrical maintenance
✓ Electrical LOTO

Our Arc Flash trainings accommodate all experience levels—from new employees to seasoned professionals—ensuring your team operates safely and confidently.

If your company requires an outside training expert, we are ready to help!

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