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.

Summary

Working 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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