Tennessee has adopted the federal rules for electrical safety in general industry workplaces (Rule 0800-1-1-.06) and the federal rules for construction (Rule 0800-1-6-.02) by reference.
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development/Division of Occupational Safety and Health (TOSHA) administers and enforces workplace safety and health rules for private and public sector workplaces in the state.
State Requirements
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| Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Checklists | Electrical Safety--General (PDF) |
| Forms | Energized Electrical Work Permit |
| Handouts | Stay Current on Electrical Hazards [7-Minute Safety Trainer] - Spanish |
| Policies | Electrically Safe Work Condition |
| Posters | Made Any Shocking Discoveries Lately? (PDF) |
| PowerPoints | Electrical Safety: Unqualified Person |
| White Papers | Workers who know their electrical safety basics are less likely to be shocked |