Electrical

Electrical safety procedures and regulations are in place to minimize the risk of electrical hazards such as electric shock, burns, and fires.

Key procedures and regulations include:

• Complying with OSHA standards for all electrical work
• Reporting any electrical hazards immediately
• Inspecting equipment before starting work
• Using proper lockout/tagout procedures when servicing equipment
• Ensuring portable tools and appliances are grounded or double insulated
• Avoiding multiple plug adaptors
• Using GFCIs on temporary circuits
• Meeting the National Electrical Code (NEC) for hazardous locations
• Repairing or replacing damaged wiring and cords promptly
• Keeping cords and cables free of splices or taps

[1] Additionally, workers should plan their work with safety in mind, avoid wet conditions, use proper wiring and connectors, maintain tools, and wear appropriate PPE.

Lockout/tagout procedures are essential when working on electrical circuits to ensure they are de-energized and cannot be accidentally re-energized. Always test the circuit to confirm it is de-energized before starting work and assume all conductors are dangerous. [3]

Creating a safe work environment involves controlling contact with electrical voltages and currents. This includes:

• Treating all conductors as energized until locked and tagged out
• Preventing overloaded wiring
• Isolating live electrical parts
• Using insulation
• Grounding electrical systems and tools
• Using GFCIs
• Using overcurrent protection devices

[4] Burns are a common injury caused by electricity, including electrical burns, arc burns, and thermal contact burns. [2]