Both the NFPA 70E and CSA-Z462 2021 updates incorporate new technology and practices that may not be noted in regulations or other standards. One area where technology has been incorporated to stimulate innovative solutions is absence of voltage testing. The Absence of Voltage Tester (AVT), is a permanently mounted solution that makes testing for an absence of voltage safer and more efficient.  It is important to monitor changes to standards. Each new version builds on the latest technologies and work practices- providing opportunities to increase safety.

NFPA 70E 120.5

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a trade association that develops and maintains various standards and codes designed to prevent injury and economic loss caused by fire and electrical related hazards. The organization publishes NFPA 70E, the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Many companies use NFPA 70E when they are developing their electrical safety program. 

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CSA-Z462

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) was established in 1919 as a non-profit, non-governmental standardization organization. The CSA standards regulate the safety of applicable electrical products. The organization publishes CSA-Z462, the Workplace Electrical Safety Standard. Many companies use CSA-Z462 when they are developing their electrical safety program. 

Want to learn more about the CSA-Z462 updates and how it may affect your electrical safety procedures? Click here to download our CSA-Z462 resources.