Electricity is a significant and powerful factor in the planet. It provides energy to our homes, companies, and factories. However, if not managed appropriately, it can be harmful. There are numerous methods for protecting electrical equipment against accidents and injuries. In this blog post, we'll go through some of the most popular strategies to keep yourself and others safe. Keep yourself safe out there!
Guarding is situating or enclosing electric equipment to prevent individuals from accidentally coming into contact with live parts. Effective guarding necessitates placing equipment with exposed parts that operates at 50 volts or more in a location that is only accessible to authorised individuals who are competent to deal with it. The following locations are recommended:
- a chamber, vault, or other similar enclosure;
- a balcony, gallery, or raised platform
- a location that is 8 feet or higher above the floor
Permanent screens can also be used as effective guards. To notify visitors to the electrical hazard and to prohibit illegal entry, conspicuous signs must be displayed at the doors to electrical rooms and similarly guarded sites.
Signs may include the words "Danger," "Warning," or "Caution," as well as brief writing that informs people to the hazard or provides an instruction, such as "Danger/High Voltage/Keep Out."
Following safety guidelines is one of the most important methods to protect yourself from electrical mishaps. Wear the appropriate gear and equipment when working with or near electricity. Rubber gloves and non-conductive shoes are examples of this. Never use your bare hands to contact electrical equipment. If you must work with exposed wires, use a non-conductive implement like a plastic or wood stick.
Another key safety precaution is to keep electrical equipment away from water at all times. Water and electricity do not go together! If your equipment comes into touch with water, immediately disconnect it and consult an electrician. Never attempt to repair electrical equipment yourself; instead, contact a professional.
If you get an electrical shock, you should seek medical assistance right once. Burns, muscle paralysis, and even death can result from electrical shocks. If you have been shocked, do not touch anyone else until the power source has been switched off. When the power is turned off, carefully remove the person from the area and contact for assistance.
If you detect sparks or smoke emerging from electrical equipment, immediately disconnect it and contact an electrician. Never use water to extinguish an electrical fire; instead, use a fire extinguisher.
To summarise, always exercise caution when working with or near electricity. Seek medical assistance right once if you experience an electrical shock. Unplug electrical equipment and call an electrician if you see sparks or smoke coming from it. Never attempt to repair electrical equipment yourself; instead, contact a professional.
For any further query or assistance required, please feel free to contact or revert back. We'll be glad to assist you.
Ms. Divyasree - HSE Adviser | Aim Vision Safety Training & Consulting
For any further query or assistance required, please feel free to contact or revert back. We'll be glad to assist you.
Ms. Divyasree - HSE Adviser | Aim Vision Safety Training & Consulting
t: 044 42140492
m: 91 9445508458
e: Admin@aimvisionsafety.co.in
286, First Floor,GST Road,
Chromepet, Chennai 600 044 (Above Vodafone Showroom)
t: 044 42140492
m: 91 9445508458
e: Admin@aimvisionsafety.co.in
286, First Floor,GST Road,
Chromepet, Chennai 600 044 (Above Vodafone Showroom)
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