Safe work practice - Electrical safety

Accidental contact with electrical equipment can have deadly consequences. Always refer to the manufacturer's recommended operating practices prior to using new electrical appliances, tools and equipment. Use the following guidelines to reduce the risk of personal injury.

All electrical tools and appliances will be double insulated or have a three prong plug-in.

Only qualified and authorized electricians are allowed to service and repair electrical appliances, tools and equipment.

Switch all tools OFF before connecting them to a power supply.

Do not bypass the on/off switch and operate the tools by connecting and disconnecting the power cord.

Prior to operating electrical powered tools and equipment, ensure that you are working on a dry surface.

Tools with damaged cords, grounds and housing units are to be tagged “Out of Service” and sent for repair.

Missing or damaged ground plugs of any appliance, tool or piece of equipment are to be repaired prior to use.

Damaged extension cords shall be tagged “Out of Service”, repaired or replaced as warranted.

Always stand to the side of a service box when resetting a breaker.

All electrical tools must be regularly checked and approved by authorized persons

Disconnect power tools from power source before making adjustments. Defective equipment needs to be tagged “Out of Service” and removed.

Tools with electrical arcing brushes should be removed when you feel any tingling during use.

Do not operate tools in an area containing explosive vapors or gases, unless they are intrinsically safe and only if you follow the manufacturer's guidelines.

Do not clean tools with flammable or toxic solvents.

Maintain a good housekeeping in work place and understand the fir aid procedure or call someone for assisted to you when have electrical crises

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