About this course

Training & practice exams to ass the CEST Exam on your first try.

The NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician (CEST) is an electrical safety credential for skilled workers who are exposed to electrical hazards in the course of their job duties. Prime candidates are HVAC technicians, solar and wind generator installers/maintainers, and facilities management and maintenance personnel who work on or around dangerous electrical equipment.

NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician (CEST) Exam Prep Course gives you the knowledge required to earn your certification.

The CEST Practice Exam is included with the prep course - it's a great way to prepare and get comfortable so you can pass the CEST exam on your first try.

Subjects covered

Solar Health & Safety Electrical Safety & Compliance NFPA Safety

Bundle outline

2 courses
10 hours to complete
Course 1 • 1 modules
6-Hour NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

  • Set up email notifications and your student profile
  • Introduce yourself on the discussion board
Module 1 • 19 assignments
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training

  • Video #1: Introduction to NFPA 70E (05:54 minutes)
  • 70E Training Quiz (.pdf)
  • Video #2: Introduction to NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Standards (21:34 minutes)
  • Video #3: Understanding Risk Assessments in Electrical Safety (20:37 minutes)
  • Video #4: Electric Shock Risk Assessment (19:53 minutes)
  • Video #5: Understanding Electrocution and Its Effects (23:21 minutes)
  • Video #6: Contact Release Training and Emergency Response (17:46 minutes)
  • Video #7: Energized Electrical Work Permits (15:17 minutes)
  • Video #8: Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC) (22:49 minutes)
  • Video #9: Understanding Arc Flash Hazards (14:05 minutes)
  • Video #10: Arc Flash Boundary and PPE Categories (12:13 minutes)
  • Video #11: Personal Experience with Arc Flash Accident (32:35 minutes)
  • Video #12: The Hidden Costs of Arc Flash: Financial, Legal, and Operational Impacts (22:25 minutes)
  • Video #13: Understanding Incident Energy Studies (36:40 minutes)
  • Video #14: Incident Energy Analysis Method in Detail (27:12 minutes)
  • Video #15: Arc Flash Accident Examples, Analysis and Proper PPE (23:20 minutes)
  • Video #16: Real-world Arc Flash Accident Scenarios (37:08 minutes)
  • Video #17: Personal Reflections on Electrical Safety and Review of Test Questions (21:30 minutes)
  • Video #18: Final Thoughts on Electrical Safety Practices (15:11 minutes)
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

  • Are you a Virginia Electrician getting CEUs?
  • 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
  • Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
  • Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
  • Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Course 2 • 2 modules
NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician (CEST) Practice Exams
Welcome • 1 assignments
Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

  • Overview of CEST exam
Module 1 • 7 assignments
NFPA 70E 2021 Article, chapter and comprehensive practice exams

The CEST exam heavily emphasizes Articles 100 through 130, which form the foundation of electrical safety practices. Article 100 (Definitions) provides essential terminology including Arc Flash Boundary, Electrically Safe Work Condition, and Qualified Person definitions. This article establishes the vocabulary framework necessary for understanding all subsequent safety requirements.

Articles 110-130 constitute the heart of the exam content. Article 110 covers general requirements for electrical safety-related work practices, including risk assessment procedures and electrical safety program requirements. Article 120 addresses establishing electrically safe work conditions through lockout/tagout procedures and verification methods. Article 130 focuses on work involving electrical hazards when de-energization isn't possible, covering PPE requirements, arc flash risk assessment, and energized work permits.

  • 70E 2021 - Article 100 - Definitions
  • 70E 2021 - Articles 105–110 - General Safety-Related Work Practices
  • 70E 2021 - Article 130 - Work Involving Electrical Hazards
  • 70E 2021 - Article 120 - Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition (Lockout/Tagout)
  • 70E 2021 - Chapter 2 - Maintenance Requirements
  • 70E 2021 - 100 question practice exam
  • 70E 2021 - Chapter 3 - Electrical Safety Requirements for Special Equipment
Module 2 • 7 assignments
NFPA 70E 2024 Article, chapter and comprehensive practice exams

🚨 Critical Reminders
For Current CEST Exam Candidates:
  • USE: Module 1 practice exams (2021 NFPA 70E-based)
  • DO NOT USE: These 2024 practice exams for your current certification attempt
  • 📖 Reference: Only the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E during your exam
🎯 Who Should Use This 2024 Content
This section is particularly valuable for:
Current CEST Certificate Holders:
  • Your CEST certification requires renewal every 3 years
  • NFPA 70E requires retraining in safety-related work practices and applicable changes to NFPA 70E at intervals not to exceed 3 years
  • If you earned your CEST in 2021-2022, you'll likely need to recertify based on the 2024 edition
Forward-Looking Professionals:
  • Safety managers planning training updates
  • Organizations preparing for the transition to 2024-based requirements
  • Professionals wanting to stay current with electrical safety evolution
Advanced Learners:
  • Those who want to understand the direction of electrical safety standards
  • Individuals comparing changes between editions for continuing education
For Future Planning:
  • The transition timeline to 2024-based CEST exams has not been officially announced by NFPA
  • Typically, there's a transition period allowing both versions before full adoption
  • Monitor NFPA announcements for official CEST exam update schedules

  • 70E 2024 - Article 100 - Definitions
  • 70E 2024 - Article 110 - General Requirements for Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices
  • 70E 2024 - Article 120 - Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition
  • 70E 2024 - Article 130 - Work Involving Electrical Hazards
  • 70E 2024 - Chapter 2 practice exam
  • 70E 2024 - Chapter 3 practice exam
  • 70E 2024 - 100 question practice exam
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

  • 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
  • Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
  • Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
  • Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate

Continuing Education Units

Approved NABCEP CEU Hours

NABCEP Credential Advanced Hours for Exam Recertification CEU Hours NEC JTA RE Elective Building or Fire Code
6.5 6.5 0 6.5 6.5 6.5
0 6.5 0 0 0 0
0 6.5 0 0 6.5 6.5
0 6.5 0 0 6.5 6.5
6.5 6.5 0 6.5 6.5 6.5
0 6.5 0 0 6.5 6.5
6.5 6.5 0 6.5 6.5 6.5

Instructors

Jason Brozen

Lead Safety & Technical Trainer, Tyndale

As a professional safety instructor, expert witness, and consultant, Jason has made it his mission to share his experience to help others stay safe on the job. He is currently the Lead Corporate Safety and Technical trainer for Tyndale and an NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP). Jason has been teaching the 70E for several years and has been...

Brick Maier

Director of Enterprise Learning & Development, HeatSpring

I currently work on delivering tailored learning experiences that help partner teams solve problems faster. In a fast paced high change environment, training needs to be accurate, modular, and adaptable. I am developing programs that leverage the collective expertise of the crowd to vet and scale content to help teams apply what they learned in their role. I believe...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
This bundle of courses is delivered entirely online. After you enroll, the courses will be added to your Account. There's a recommended progression to follow, but you have the flexibility to access the materials in whatever order you prefer. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. The courses are self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Will the instructor really answer my questions during this course?
Yes! This is an instructor-led online course. You can ask questions on the discussion board and get prompt answers from your instructor. It varies by instructor and by course but typically instructors check-in between daily and weekly to check quiz results or project work, review and respond to discussion board questions and read survey responses. Check the enrollment page for specific information about each instructor's check-in frequency.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete a course in this bundle you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, please visit our For Teams page to get a group discount.

Reviews

4.9
Based on 105 reviews from the 2 courses in this bundle
07/06/2025

You'll get all the critical areas to function safely. Dial-in the real-world experience to compliment all shared here. This is my 5th course review of the 70E.

Dr. Mario Dunn
Energy Marshal, Sobencc.com
06/03/2025

I did not realize how dangerous electricity is. This is a training video that I will use at my own safety meeting. Great job putting this all together.

Ricky Scott
04/10/2025

I sure wish this type of course was available years ago it could have prevented so many injuries.

James car6146@yahoo.com

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