Download - Electrical Safety - The 5 Safety Measures
A Presentation of
Current Solutions PC
On
National Electrical Safety Month
Electrical Safety - Individual Protection
This presentation addresses “individual
protection” for electricians and other
electrical workers working with
electricity so that you and your
colleagues remain safe.
Protect yourself by wearing the appropriate clothing. You should
always wear non-flammable
work clothes that are rated for the hazard.
Always wear safety shoes, with insulated sols and heels.
Never wear a tie or a scarf.
Remove all metal jewelry, rings and watches since gold and silver are very good conductors.
In the case of short circuit caused by jewelry, an electric arc maybe formed with fatal results
Tool belts are practical, however,
metallic mounts, rivet, and tools make
the belt unsuitable for work in
small areas as they may come into
contact with live surfaces. So the
belt should be removed before beginning
work in confine spaces.
A non-conductive helmet protects you
against electric shocks, combustions, and
falling and moving objects.
If you are working near live circuits, you should also protect your face.
Make sure every employee is aware
and has full knowledge of first aid
for electrical accidents.
When the electric current passes through the body, the muscles can tract,
the victim is unable to free him or herself in the live object.
In this case, switch off the electricity as quickly as possible to stop the current.
If you cannot switch off the electricity, try to free the victim
from the electric current with the help of a non-conductive object.
For example, a broom handle.
After freeing the victim, lay him or her down in the recovery
position.
Check the pulse and breathing. Call an ambulance or a doctor by dialing
911.
Find out, whether the patient can hear you and can answer your questions.
If you cannot feel the victim’s pulse or detect signs of breathing, begin resuscitation and continue until professional help arrives.
SummaryWorking with electrical installations and appliances is dangerous, you can however protect yourself and your colleagues against danger.
Technical safety measures are important. However, it is your personal behavior which determines their effectiveness. If you do not follow the correct safety procedures, you needlessly expose yourself and others to electrical dangers.
1.Disconnect installation.2.Ensure installation cannot be
switch on without your knowledge.
3.Check installation is not live.4.Ensure the installation is
earthed.5.Remove or isolate potential
conductors.
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