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SAFETY and HAZARD PREVENTIONSAFETY and HAZARD PREVENTIONSAFETY and HAZARD PREVENTIONSAFETY and HAZARD PREVENTION

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ELECTRICAL SHOCKELECTRICAL SHOCK

Current is the killing factor in electrical shock.

Currents between 100 and 200 mA generally cause the heart to fibrillate.

A 110 volt power circuit will generally cause between 100 and 200 mA current flow through the bodies of most people.

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LOCKOUT – TAGOUT PROCEDURES (LOTO)LOCKOUT – TAGOUT PROCEDURES (LOTO)

Whenever a piece of equipment is being worked on, it should be disconnected from the power source and locked.

The person working on the equipment should carry the only key to prevent accidental activation.

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If at all possible, DO NOT WORK ALONEIf at all possible, DO NOT WORK ALONE

If you must test a live circuit, have someone with you ready to turn off the power, call for help, or give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

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LEARN FIRST AIDLEARN FIRST AID

Anyone working on electrical equipment should take the time to learn CPR and first aid.

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ELECTRICAL BURNSELECTRICAL BURNS

Do not wear rings or jewelry when working on electrical circuits.

Never use screwdrivers or other conductive tools in an electrical panel when the power is on.

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7PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLSPORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS

Electric tools constructed with a metal frame should have a safety ground wire in the power cord.

When using an adapter for a two prong receptacle to a three prong cord, be sure the adapter is properly grounded.

More modern hand held tools are constructed in a plastic case for double insulation.

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NON-CONDUCTING LADDERSNON-CONDUCTING LADDERS

Aluminum ladders can be hazardous if they come in contact with power lines.

Fiberglass or wood ladders should be used.

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Eye protectionEye protection

You will be working with live electrical circuits, using power tools, torches, chemicals

Protect your eyes while working with or near hazards.

You have only one set of eyes and they can easily become permanently damaged.

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Ear protectionEar protection

Power tools, torches, equipment, and machinery can be loud.

Protect your hearing while in a noisy environment

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GlovesGloves

•Wear gloves to protect your hands from cuts, scrapes, burns, grease, chemicals

•Gloves can give you extra grip while moving or unloading equipment.

•Gloves can protect your hands from frostbite from refrigerants.

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Protect your backProtect your back

Lift with your legs, not with your back

Wear a back brace designed for lifting and moving heavy equipment.

Ask for help moving or lifting objects that are too heavy.