Led by Danny Raines, CUSP – a 40-year veteran of Georgia Power, respected utility safety consultant, and contributor to Incident Prevention magazine – this engaging course provides an in-depth look at one of the most critical yet misunderstood aspects of line work: system and equipment grounding.

Using real-world examples, incident case studies, regulatory context, and visual storytelling, Danny shares hard-earned lessons on how improper system and equipment grounding continues to result in fatal or catastrophic contacts, despite decades of available solutions. Participants will gain a clear understanding of OSHA grounding regulations, the principles of equipotential zones, the unseen hazards of induced voltages, and how proper protective grounding techniques can prevent tragic outcomes. This course goes beyond compliance—equipping workers with a mindset of hazard anticipation, better decision-making, and a fundamental understanding of electrical physics to ensure a truly safe work zone.

With humor, humility, and urgency, Danny challenges lineworkers, safety professionals, and leaders to rethink their approach to energized work—especially when it comes to system and equipment grounding—and commit to consistent, effective practices.