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Certified Electrical Safety Worker (CESW)

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

Certification

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The Certified Electrical Safety Worker (CESW) program is a way for electricians, electrical testing technicians, or other electrical personnel to display their education and experience in workplace safety requirements by passing a rigorous exam. Based on NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®, the CESW certifies proficiency in core competencies that are typically required for training in the electrical industry.

Cost

Program fee - Initial application/exam - $499Show moreShow less

Format

Hybrid

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Demonstrate Your Expertise. Transform Your Career. NFPA Certification for Verifying Proficiency in Electrical Workplace Safety. When you’re exposed to electrical hazards and responsible for the safety of others, it’s vital to prove your knowledge and aptitude by earning industry-recognized credentials. NFPA certifications can help improve job performance, increase confidence in your abilities, and elevate your professional standing. The Certified Electrical Safety Worker (CESW) program is a way for electricians, electrical testing technicians, or other electrical personnel to display their education and experience in workplace safety requirements by passing a rigorous exam. Based on NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®, the CESW certifies proficiency in core competencies that are typically required for training in the electrical industry. NFPA recommends that candidates be familiar with both the NFPA 70E standard and the NFPA 70E, Handbook for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2021 editions. About CESW Developed following the same internationally recognized best practices related to ISO/IEC 17024 that NFPA follows for its ANSI-accredited certifications Rigorous certification exam developed by many of the subject matter experts that created NFPA 70E Can be leveraged by certification holders for new career opportunities, job promotions, and pay increases Can be leveraged by hiring managers to verify skillset of potential new employees Uniform, fair process for certification that is accessible to everyone eligible

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply electrical safety terminology and qualification requirements to define worker roles and responsibilities under NFPA 70E
  • Identify electrical hazards including shock, arc flash, and arc blast conditions and their associated injury risks
  • Apply risk control methods including hazard elimination, engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE to mitigate electrical hazards
  • Determine nominal voltage and distinguish energized electrical conductors and circuit parts from other equipment components
  • Execute emergency response procedures for electrical incident victims including release from contact and emergency notification
  • Conduct job briefings and implement employer electrical safety program requirements prior to electrical work activities
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay49-2095.00
  • Occupational Health and Safety Technicians19-5012.00
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3023.00
  • Electricians47-2111.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Wiring diagrams and testing devices — use independently to inspect and test substation and relay circuits, identifying common malfunctions with reduced oversight.
  • Test data and meter readings — analyze routinely to diagnose equipment malfunctions and document findings using analytical or scientific software tools.
  • Circuit breakers, brushes, and commutators — repair, replace, and clean with growing independence following manufacturer specifications and facility maintenance schedules.
  • Relay adjustment and switch isolation procedures — execute accurately to isolate defective relays and restore normal circuit operation in familiar substation configurations.
  • Maintenance and repair records — prepare and maintain in compliance with facility standards and regulatory requirements using office suite and spreadsheet software.
  • O&M manuals, schematics, and engineering guidance — consult proactively to resolve moderately complex equipment problems and verify optimum functioning of power systems.
  • Signal quality and connectivity test results — evaluate against acceptance criteria, identify out-of-tolerance cables, and escalate findings to senior staff when needed.
  • Equipment performance characteristics — assess by comparing test data against baseline specifications to determine whether system modifications have achieved desired outcomes.
  • Equipment shutdown notifications and scheduling — coordinate with facility operations personnel to minimize disruption during planned maintenance activities.
  • Time management and prioritization — apply to balance concurrent maintenance tasks across multiple equipment types in a live powerhouse or relay station environment.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
94%
Placement Rate
89%