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Ground Fault Protection for Construction
On a damp construction site, a faulty tool can be fatal. Learn how ground faults happen, how GFCIs and the assured equipment grounding program protect you, and what OSHA requires for temporary power. Simple knowledge that prevents electrocution.
21 lessons
~2 hours · self-paced
Certificate valid 2 years
Mobile friendly
Trusted by 1,200+ certified workers across the US
What You'll Learn
Fundamentals of Ground Fault Protection
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)
Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program (AEGCP)
Safe Practices and Incident Prevention
Compliance, Audits, and Continuous Improvement
Knowledge Check
Who Is This Course For
Construction workers
Electricians
Site safety managers
Course Content
6 modules · 21 lessons1Fundamentals of Ground Fault Protection4 lessons
1What Is a Ground Fault? Causes and Effects
2How Electricity Travels and Why Grounding Matters
3Overview of Ground Fault Hazards on Construction Sites
4Regulatory Foundations (OSHA 1926.404, NEC 305, ANSI/UL)
2Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)4 lessons
1What Is a GFCI and How Does It Work?
2Types of GFCIs: Receptacle, Cord-Connected, Breaker-Type
3When and Where GFCIs Are Required (OSHA & NEC Rules)
4Testing, Inspecting, and Maintaining GFCIs On Site
3Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program (AEGCP)4 lessons
1What Is an AEGCP and When Is It Allowed Instead of GFCIs?
2Daily Visual Inspections and Equipment Tagging
3Required Continuity and Polarity Tests
4Documentation and Recordkeeping Requirements
4Safe Practices and Incident Prevention4 lessons
1Identifying Ground Fault Risks During Site Walks
2Best Practices for Power Tool Safety
3Ground Fault Incidents: Real-World Case Studies
4Emergency Response and Shock First Aid (Red Cross & OSHA)
5Compliance, Audits, and Continuous Improvement3 lessons
1OSHA Inspection Triggers and Common Violations
2GFCI and AEGCP Checklist for Supervisors
3Building a Ground Fault Safety Culture on the Job Site
6Knowledge Check2 lessons
1Final Assessment and Course Wrap-Up
2Certificate
Requirements
- No prior experience required — suitable for all skill levels
- A device with internet access (computer, tablet, or phone)
- English language proficiency for EN version
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