Electrical Safety
Introduction
Electricity is used daily. However, if uncontrolled or misused it can severely burn, injure, or kill you or cause fires with devastating results. However, most electrical faults can be seen by visual inspection.
Most electrical faults can be seen by visual inspection.
- Ensure electrical equipment is suitable for the working environment (especially if it is or could be wet, corrosive, flammable or subject to impact damage).
- Connect all equipment to fixed sockets, where possible.
- Ensure that all socket circuits are protected by a Residual Current Device (RCD).
- Test the RCD on a regular basis.
- Avoid the use of extension leads and multiple adaptors.
- Never swap equipment leads between devices.
- Have a recorded inspection and maintenance program for all electrical equipment.
- Train staff to carry out visual inspections for damage (such as exposed wires and scorching on plugs, leads and cables) and report faults.
- Take faulty equipment out of use immediately until repaired. Clearly label as faulty or remove the plug to prevent use.
- Never clean or adjust appliances when the power is switched on.
- Never touch light switches or appliances with wet hands.
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1-1. What should be done FIRST if you notice a piece of faulty equipment?
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