Class II Wiring Methods Self-Guided Online Course

This self-paced online course covers the particular problems of Class II areas, such as areas with an ignitable quantity of combustible dust. Wiring and protection methods used in Class II areas must be chosen to keep the electrical equipment and wiring from providing an ignition source for the combustible dust.

Upon completion you should be able to:

• Describe the primary protection method for Class II areas
• List and describe wiring methods permitted in Class II, Division 1 areas
• List and describe flexible wiring methods that are permitted
• Describe how conduit and cable seals are used in Class II, compared to Class I
• List and explain two methods of creating dust-ignition proof enclosures
• Understand how wiring is handled when Class I and Class II hazards are present at the same time and in the same area
• Understand how the definition of "limited energy circuit" varies in different contexts
• Understand how the characteristics and hazards of metal dusts compare to other types of dust

Who Will Benefit:
Anyone concerned with electrical safety including: electrical engineers, safety managers, electricians, electrical contractors, plant managers, facility maintenance personnel, electrical inspectors, risk managers, and project managers.

Continuing Education Credit:
Complete this module and qualify for .1 CEUs. Upon successful completion of a course series, participants will be prompted to download the CEU certificate directly from the course site.

Please verify applicability with your professional board before registering.