The Electrical Hazards of Arc Flash and Electrical Shock kill over 400 workers each year. Electrical accidents disable more than 3,600 workers and send over 2,000 workers to burn centers annualy.
Did you Know:
It’s the Law. OSHA 1910.333 (C)
Only Qualified persons may work on electric circuit parts or equipment that have not been de-energized.
It’s the Law. OSHA 1910.332
Employees shall be trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices required by
1910.331 through 1910.335.
It’s the Law. OSHA 1910.335 (a)(1)(i)
Employees working in areas where there are potential electrical hazards shall be provided with, and shall use, electrical protective equipment that is appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed.
OSHA 1910 Subpart S - Appendix A
“The following references provide information which can be helpful in understanding and complying with the requirements contained in Subpart S:”
NFPA 70E Standard for the Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces
http://www.eswpco.com
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
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