Electrical Safety Procedure

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INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................................3
2. SCOPE.........................................................................................................................................................4
3. PROCEDURE OBJECTIVES............................................................................................................................4
4. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS...........................................................................................................................4
5. PROCEDURE................................................................................................................................................6
5.1. Register Of Electrical Equipment........................................................................................................6
5.2. Identification Of Electrical Hazards.....................................................................................................6
5.3. Risk Assessment..................................................................................................................................7
5.4. Risk Control.........................................................................................................................................7
5.5. Electrical Installation.........................................................................................................................10
5.6. Electrical Installations in Hazardous Classified Areas........................................................................11
5.7. Residual Current Device (RCD) Protection.......................................................................................11
5.8. Electrical Equipment.........................................................................................................................12
5.9. Work Near Overhead Power Lines....................................................................................................14
5.9.1. The Requirements For Working Near Energized Power Lines...................................................14
5.9.2. Vehicular and Mechanical Equipment......................................................................................14
5.9.3. Tree Trimming..........................................................................................................................15
5.10. Underground Electrical Lines and Equipment...............................................................................15
5.11. Underground Electrical Lines and Equipment...............................................................................15
5.12. Electrical Control Panels...............................................................................................................15
5.13. Switchgear, MCCs, and Motor Controllers....................................................................................16
5.14. Substations...................................................................................................................................16
5.15. Underground Electrical Manholes or Vaults.................................................................................17
5.16. Permit to Electrical Works............................................................................................................17
5.17. Safe Lockout –Tagout...................................................................................................................17
5.18. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)...........................................................................................18
5.18.1. General Requirements..............................................................................................................18
5.18.2. Arc-rated Apparel.....................................................................................................................19
5.18.3. Rubber Insulating Equipment...................................................................................................19
5.18.4. Insulated Tools and Equipment................................................................................................20
5.18.5. Live-Line Tools..........................................................................................................................21
5.18.6. Alerting Techniques..................................................................................................................21
5.18.7. Other Precautions for Personnel Activities...............................................................................21
6. APPENDIXES..............................................................................................................................................22
6.1. APPENDIX 01 Safety Checklist for Electrical Inspections................................................................22
6.2. APPENDIX 02 Electrical Equipment In Hazardous Location Register..............................................22

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6.3. APPENDIX 03 Examination and Receiving Materials Form.............................................................22

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1. INTRODUCTION
Contractor recognizes its obligation to manage risks to health and safety associated with electrical hazards at
the workplace and to make sure that, so far as is reasonably practicable, persons at work are safe from the
risk of death, electrical shock or other injury caused indirectly or directly by electricity or fire caused by an
electrical fault.
This procedure aims to eliminate risks associated with electrical installations, equipment and work by:
1) Identifying reasonably foreseeable electrical hazards at the workplace and eliminating risks so far as
is reasonably practicable, or where that is not reasonably practicable, minimize risks so far as is
reasonably practicable by implementing the Hierarchy of Control;
2) Ensuring that electrical installations and electrical equipment is maintained in safe working order,
inspected and tested; and
3) Requiring all electrical work performed on an electrical installation or electrical equipment to be

carried out by a competent person.
This procedure applies to all workers who manage, supervise or undertake activities that involve electricity,
electrical installation or electrical equipment. It does not cover the performance of electrical work which is
required to be undertaken by a licensed or registered electrical worker.
2. SCOPE
This procedure applies to all contractor employees including subcontractors and visitors who perform work
on or near electrical equipment at the project work places or offices.
3. PROCEDURE OBJECTIVES
The core objectives of this electrical safety procedure are:

1) Implement a system for the identification of reasonably foreseeable electrical hazards and the
assessment and recording of risks once identified, (on a prioritized basis);
2) Eliminate identified electrical risks, where reasonably practicable;
3) Implement controls identified as part of a risk assessment process based on the highest level of the
Hierarchy of Control that is reasonably practicable and ensure that they are maintained and
reviewed in accordance with the Hazard Management Procedure;
4) Require all electrical work to be carried out by a competent person;
5) Implement a system and program of:
a. Appropriate inspection and/or testing; and
b. Testing and tagging of electrical equipment; and
6) Require records to be maintained and available.

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4. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Competent person (a) For electrical work on energized electrical equipment or energized electrical
installations.
(b) For any other case, a person who has necessary practical and theoretical skills,
acquired through training, qualification, experience or a combination of these,
to correctly undertake the required tasks
Electrical Means any apparatus, appliance, cable, conductor, fitting, insulator, material, meter
equipment or wire that:
(c) Is used for controlling, generating, supplying, transforming or transmitting
electricity at a voltage greater than extra-low voltage; or
(d) Is operated by electricity at a voltage greater than extra-low voltage; or
(e) Is part of an electrical installation located in an area in which the atmosphere
presents a risk to health and safety from fire or explosion; or
(f) Is, or is part of, an active impressed current cathodic protection system within
the meaning of AS 2832.1: Cathodic protection of metals—Pipes and cables.
Electrical equipment does not include any apparatus, appliance, cable, conductor,
fitting, insulator, material, meter or wire that is part of a motor vehicle if:
(a) The equipment is part of a unit of the vehicle that provides propulsion for the
vehicle; or
(b) The electricity source for the equipment is a unit of the vehicle that provides
propulsion for the vehicle.
Motor vehicle means a vehicle that is built to be propelled by a motor that forms
part of the vehicle.
Electrical Means a group of items of electrical equipment that:

installation (a) Are permanently electrically connected together; and
(b) Can be supplied with electricity from the works of an electricity supply
authority or from a generating source.
Electrical work Means—
(a) Connecting electricity supply wiring to electrical equipment or
disconnecting electricity supply wiring from electrical equipment; or
(b) Installing, removing, adding, testing, replacing, repairing, altering or
maintaining electrical equipment or an electrical installation.
Energized (live) Means connected to a source of electrical supply or subject to hazardous induced or
capacitive voltages
Residual current A device intended to isolate supply to protected circuits, socket outlets or
device (RCD) electrical equipment in the event of a current flow to earth that exceeds a
predetermined value. The RCD may be fixed or portable.
Tiger tails Plastic pipe type cable covers, used to provide a useful visual indication to people
working in the vicinity of overhead electric lines or stay wires. Tiger tails do not
insulate wires.
[Source: Safe Work Australia Definitions for the General Guide for Working in

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5. PROCEDURE
5.1. Register Of Electrical Equipment
6.1.1. Work Health and Safety (WHS) Coordinator will maintain a register(s) of electrical equipment
at the workplace.
1) The register may be a section of the plant register or a separate register of electrical equipment;
2) The register should include electrical equipment that is supplied with electricity through an electrical
socket outlet, indicating whether it is used in a hostile operating environment, matched to:
a) A record of formal inspections and tests;
b) A repairs register; and
c) A record of all faulty equipment showing details of services or corrective actions.
6.1.2. The register should be readily available in a central location.

Each worksite should have access to the part of the register relevant to the electrical equipment that is
supplied with electricity through an electrical socket outlet.
6.1.3. Project managers will notify the WHS Coordinator when electrical equipment, (which is under
their control,) is introduced, modified, altered or disposed of, who will update the register to reflect the
changes made.
5.2. Identification Of Electrical Hazards
6.2.1. Electrical hazards should be identified in accordance with the WHS Hazard
Management and Plant procedures and in consultation with workers, their
representatives and other duty holders (if relevant). This includes, but is not limited to,
identification of electrical hazards associated with work undertaken:
a) At the project workplaces;
b) By volunteers.
6.2.2. Hazards arising from electrical equipment or installations may arise from:
a) The design, construction, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical

equipment or electrical installations;
b) Design change or modification;
c) Inadequate or inactive electrical protection;
d) Where and how electrical equipment is used, (for example, there is a greater risk of damage if used
outdoors or in a workshop environment);
e) Electrical equipment being used in an area in which the atmosphere presents a risk to health and
safety from fire or explosion, (for example, in confined spaces);

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f) The type of electrical equipment (for example, ‘plug in’ electrical equipment that is moved around
from site to site, including extension leads, is particularly liable to damage);
g) The age of electrical equipment and electrical installations;
h) Work carried out on or near electrical equipment or electrical installations, including electric
overhead lines or underground electric services; and
i) Exposure to high electromagnetic fields for workers with some medical conditions (for example,
pacemakers.)
The hazard identification process must be undertaken before:
a) The connection and supply of electricity to a new electrical installation at a workplace;

b) The modification, maintenance or repair of an existing supply of electricity to or at a workplace, or of
any existing electrical installations or equipment at a workplace;
c) Any electrical equipment is installed or operated; and
d) The introduction or modification of a work practice or procedure associated with electrical
equipment that may present a risk to health and safety.
[Note: The Safety Checklist for Electrical Inspections in Appendix 01 will assist in the identification of
hazards associated with electrical work.]
5.3. Risk Assessment
6.3.1. The project/site manager should form a team to undertake the risk assessment. The team should
consist of a competent person to lead the risk assessment process, workers who are involved in the
activity to be assessed, a HSE officer (where one exists), the manager or supervisor and other
stakeholders or experts where relevant.
6.3.2. The risk assessment should be undertaken in accordance with the Work Health and HSE risk
assessment procedure and Plant procedures.
6.3.3. For work on energized electrical equipment, a risk assessment must be completed and documented
by a competent person and controls put in place before work commences. Use risk assessment procedure
and its forms and check list.
5.4. Risk Control
6.4.1. Controls should be implemented to eliminate, so far as is reasonably practicable, identified risks to
health and safety.
6.4.2. If it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate risks, risk controls will be selected in descending
order from the hierarchy of control, and in accordance with the HSE risk assessment procedure.
6.4.3. The risk assessment must clearly indicate what control measures are to be used.
6.4.4. Examples of risk control include, but are not limited to:

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The Hierarchy of Controls
Elimination The most effective control measure is • Remove electrical equipment

to remove the hazard or hazardous
• Design in or out certain features
work practice.
By designing-in or designing-out
certain features, hazards may be
eliminated.
Substitution Replacing a hazardous process or • Replace electric tools with
material with one that is less battery operated or pneumatic
hazardous will reduce the hazard, and tools in wet environments
hence the risk.
• Use non-conductive scaffolding
For example, it may be reasonably or ladders instead of metal
practicable to use extra low voltage
electrical equipment such as a
battery- operated tool rather than a
tool that is plugged into mains
electricity.
Isolation Preventing workers from coming into • Isolate, lock out and tag out the
contact with the source of an electrical source of electrical energy during
hazard will reduce the relevant risks. operations or maintenance
functions
• Erect a physical barrier around
the work area

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• Restrict access to electrical

switchboards and electrical
equipment rooms
Engineering Use engineering control measures to • Use residual current devices
minimise the risk, for example (RCDs)
installing residual current devices to
reduce the risk of receiving a fatal
electric shock.
Administrative Administrative controls involve the use • Tag and test electrical equipment
of safe work practices to control the
• Identify electrical services before
risk, for example establishing
work commences e.g. dial before
exclusion zones, use of permits and
you dig, cable locator use for
warning signs.
walls
Administrative controls and PPE do
• Ban the use of electrical
nothing to change the hazard itself.
equipment in the rain
They rely on people behaving as
expected and require a high level of • Use tiger tails
supervision. Exclusive reliance on • Apply minimum safe approach
administrative controls and PPE must distances when working near
only occur where other measures are overhead power lines
not reasonably practicable or as an
interim control while the preferred • Use permits and warning signs
control measure is being
implemented.
Personal PPE includes protective eyewear, • This includes, for example,
protective insulated gloves, hard hats, aprons choosing insulating gloves, mats
Equipment and breathing protection. Most forms and tools, hard hat, aprons and
of PPE are not relevant to minimizing breathing protection
electrical risks in workplaces, except
in relation to energized electrical work.
6.4.5. Implement the controls identified by the risk assessments before work commences.
Any hazards that are unable to be immediately controlled within the risk assessment process should be
transferred to the Corrective Action Register for further action and management. Work should not
commence until all selected controls are in place.
6.4.6. Each person involved in the job should sign their acknowledgement of the risk assessment prior to
work commencing.
6.4.7. The project/site manager should inform relevant persons about the control measures selected or
corrective actions that have been implemented as a result of the hazard identification and risk
assessment process for electrical safety. Project/site meeting minutes and/or sign-off on risk
assessments/safe work procedures should demonstrate that this has occurred.
6.4.8. The Project/site Manager shall:

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a. Check that any new hazards that may have been introduced by the selected controls methods
are identified by:
b. Monitoring and evaluating controls for effectiveness.
c. Recommencing the risk assessment process, outlined at section 4.3 above, if:
d. New electrical hazards are identified;
e. The measure does not control the risk it was implemented to control, so far as is reasonably
practicable;
f. There is a proposed change at the workplace that is likely to give rise to a new or different risk to
health or safety that the measure may not effectively control; or
g. The results of consultation indicate that a review is necessary or a health and safety
representative requests a review;
h. Communicate the outcomes of the risk assessment process within the project/site or work group
and to the Health and Safety Committee, as required;
i. Retain completed risk assessments; and
j. Consult and coordinate activities with other PCBUs who are undertaking electrical work, so far as
is reasonably practicable, if their duty of care overlaps.
5.5. Electrical Installation
6.5.1. The nominated person will confirm that the safety of the project/site electrical installations is
maintained in accordance with legislative requirements and the relevant.
6.5.2. Electrical work performed on any electrical installation at the workplace shall be carried out by a
competent licensed person.
6.5.3. Examinations and tests of the electrical installation shall be carried out as required by the
Electricity (General) active instructions or regulations.
6.5.4. Access to electrical switchboards, electrical equipment rooms and any other nominated areas shall
be locked and restricted to authorized persons.
6.5.5 When install Temporary or permanent electrical power source at any place in the project such
constructions site, plants or project buildings during renovation operations or any other activity. Any
electrical installation, whether it is permanent or temporary, should be installed according to:
a) All applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
b) Another requirement that should always be followed is the one that states, ". . . installed in a
neat and workmanlike manner.”
c) Install in adequate temporary wiring,
d) use equipment that is in a good working order, and
e) Take the precautions to protect the wiring and equipment being installed.

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Proper planning should begin well before the work staff shows up to the project work site on the first day.
This includes:
a) Determining what electrical loads that will be connected, such as temporary office trailers,
construction material trailers, welding machines, dewatering pumps, special tools and
equipment etc.,
b) What the environment it is installed in,
c) What physical protection is needed?
d) How long it is going to be used,
e) Using equipment that is rated for outdoor use is imperative if the equipment will be exposed to
weather or other corrosive influences,
f) Earthling / grounding should be provided per the type of installation and power source, and
g) Choose the adequate places, paths and distances between the power sources and loads
5.6. Electrical Installations in Hazardous Classified Areas
The following procedures shall apply to all electrical installations in hazardous classified areas:
a) Electrical Hazardous Area Classification drawings are required for all facilities that have classified
areas. These drawings shall be used to determine the proper type of electrical equipment to be
installed. .
b) Only equipment approved for that application shall be used in areas designated as a hazardous
(classified) location.
c) Equipment installed in classified areas shall be legibly marked by the manufacturer or testing agency
indicating the areas for which it is approved.
d) The use of electrical equipment that is not appropriately rated for that hazard class shall not be
allowed unless a Hot Work Permit has been issued.
e) Any work in classified areas that may contain an ignition source shall be performed under a Hot
Work Permit.
f) Use Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Location Register Appendix 02
5.7. Residual Current Device (RCD) Protection
6.7.1. The management team should make sure, so far as is reasonably

practicable, that electrical risk associated with the supply of electricity to ‘plug in’
electrical equipment (i.e. through a socket outlet) is minimized by the use of an
appropriate RCD in hostile work environments. Common examples of electrical
equipment requiring an RCD include:
a) Hand-held electrical equipment, for example drills, saws, hair dryers, curling wands and electric
knives;
b) Electrical equipment that is moved while in operation, including jackhammers, electric lawn mowers,
floor polishers and extension cords; and
c) Electrical equipment that is moved between jobs in ways that could result in damage to the
equipment, for example electric welders, electric cement mixers, portable bench saws and extension
cords.

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6.7.2. The requirement for an RCD does not apply where:
a) The supply of electricity is to an extra low voltage system that is electrically separated from earth
and from other systems in such a way that a single fault cannot give rise to the risk of electric shock;
or
b) The supply of electricity is to electrical plant and is
i. Direct current (DC), or
ii. Provided through an isolating transformer that complies with AS/NZS 61558 Safety of power
transformers, power supply units and similar; or
iii. Provided from a portable generator that complies with AS 2790 Electricity generating sets—
Transportable (up to 25 kW).
6.7.3. The project/site Manager is responsible for making sure that:
a) RCD testing is undertaken by a competent person, and where relevant, in accordance with the
intervals outlined in AS/NZS 3760 In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment;
b) Persons using portable RCDs are instructed in their use and maintenance;
c) If an RCD is found to be faulty it is taken out of service and replaced as soon as possible;
d) The tripping function of portable RCDs is checked before use by operating the ‘trip test’ button; and
e) Records of the results of the testing process (other than the daily push button test for portable
RCDs) are retained.
5.8. Electrical Equipment
6.8.1 Purchase and Use
The purchase and use of electrical equipment will be subject to specific risk assessment, which should
include the identification and assessment of electrical hazards, including the environment in which it is to
be used.
6.8.2 Inspection and Testing
The Department Manager will make sure a competent person undertakes inspection and testing activities
for electrical equipment, as follows:
a) When new electrical equipment is purchased, the supplier is deemed responsible for the initial
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project/site manager responsible for its purchase should make sure it is visually inspected to ensure
that no damage has occurred during transport, delivery, installation or commissioning. Use
Examination and Receiving Materials Form – Appendix 03
b) If the new electrical equipment is to be used in a hostile operating environment, it shall be inspected
and fitted with a tag stating:
i. That the equipment is ‘new to service’;
ii. The date of entry into service;
iii. The date when the first electrical safety test is due; and
iv. That the equipment has not been tested.
c) Electrical equipment must be regularly inspected, tested and tagged by a competent person after
taking into account:
i. Information provided by the designer or manufacturer of the electrical equipment;
ii. Any hazard identification and risk assessment process that is relevant to the use of the electrical
equipment in its intended work environment; and
d) Second hand electrical equipment requires inspection and testing before its first use.
6.8.3. The use of electrical equipment without a current test tag in a hostile operating environment is not
permitted.
a) Prior to use of electrical equipment, the operator must check that the electrical equipment has a
current test tag and, when required, record this check on the pre-start checklist.
b) If a test tag is not fitted or is out of date, follow the requirements of step 4.7.6 below.
6.8.4. Persons managing contracts and/or contractors should confirm that any electrical equipment used
by contractors has been tested and tagged prior to work commencing.
6.8.5. Workers operating electrical equipment are required to follow the training and instructions in
place
(e.g. following manufacturer’s requirements and/or safe operating procedures, undertaking pre-
operational checks, use of permits if indicated, etc.).
6.8.6. All workers should check the physical condition of electrical equipment they use, including the
lead and plug connections, prior to starting work. If a hazard is identified prior to or during use such as,
but not limited to, frayed or damaged electrical cords, faults in functioning, or no current test tag:

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a) The electrical equipment should be turned off or otherwise isolated and tagged with an out of
service tag, in accordance with the Isolation, Lock Out, Tag Out procedure and removed from
service, until a competent person determines that it is safe for use; and
b) The worker shall make sure, as far as is reasonably practicable, that the department manager or
supervisor is advised of electrical equipment that has been withdrawn from service.
6.8.7. Inspection, testing, maintenance or repair activities shall be undertaken by competent persons in
accordance with legislative requirements, manufacturer’s instructions, safe work procedures and
documented maintenance schedules. Records of inspection, testing, maintenance or repair activities shall
be retained.
6.8.8. When identified as a requirement in the risk assessment process, a permit for work shall be issued
prior to work commencing.
5.9. Work Near Overhead Power Lines
5.9.1. The Requirements For Working Near Energized Power Lines
a) All overhead power lines shall be treated as live and operating at high voltage until verified as
otherwise.
b) A determination shall be made by a Qualified Person to determine if overhead lines are properly
insulated for the lines’ operating voltage.
c) De-energized lines shall be grounded at the point of work. Protective measures, such as guarding,
isolating, or insulation, shall prevent each worker from contacting such lines directly with any part of
their body or indirectly through conductive materials, tools, or equipment.
d) While working in locations containing uninsulated, energized overhead lines that are not guarded,
safety measures shall be taken to prevent employees from coming in contact with the overhead
lines with any unguarded parts of their body or indirectly through conductive materials, tools, or
equipment. Where contact with uninsulated energized overhead lines is
e) possible, the lines shall be de-energized and visibly grounded at the point of work or suitably
guarded.
f) When an Unqualified Person is working in an elevated position or on the ground, near any
unguarded, energized overhead line, the person may not approach or take any conductive object
closer to the energized parts than:
I. For voltages to ground 50 kV or below: 10 feet
II. For voltages to ground over 50 kV: 10 feet plus 4 inches for every 10 kV over 50 kV
Note: Objects are considered conductive if they do not have an insulating rating for the voltage of the
overhead power lines.
g) If work is to be performed closer than the limits listed above, contractor employees and
subcontractors shall consult the Project HSE manager/officer or Electrical Technical Authority for the
proper safety-related practices.
5.9.2. Vehicular and Mechanical Equipment

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a) If moving equipment (e.g., track hoe, extension boom, etc.) is being used under or near overhead
power lines, on-the-ground warning signs shall be placed at the site to alert all personnel of the
overhead hazard.
b) Any vehicle or mechanical equipment capable of having structural parts elevated near energized
overhead lines of 50 kV or less shall be operated so that a clearance of 10 feet is maintained. If the
voltage is greater than 50 kV, the clearance shall be increased 4 inches for every 10 kV. The following
conditions may reduce these clearance requirements:
I. If adequately rated insulating barriers are installed to prevent contact with the lines and are
not part of or attached to the vehicle or its raised structure, the clearance may be reduced to a
distance within the designed working dimensions of the insulating barrier. This scenario needs
approval from the HSSE Safety Advisor or the Electrical Technical Authority.
II. If an aerial lift is insulated for the appropriate voltage and if work is performed by a Qualified
Person, the clearance may be reduced to the restricted approach boundary as determine by
the shock risk analysis.
III. If any vehicle or mechanical equipment capable of having parts of its structure elevated near
energized overhead lines is intentionally grounded, employees and contractors working on the
ground near the point of grounding may not stand at the grounding location whenever there is
a possibility of overhead line contact. Additional precautions, such as the use of barricades or
insulation, shall be taken to protect employees from hazardous ground potentials, depending
on earth resistivity and fault currents, which can develop within the first few feet or more
outward from the grounding point.
5.9.3. Tree Trimming
a) The following work practices shall apply to tree-trimming activities around overhead power lines.
b) When tree-trimming work is performed by Unqualified Persons:
I. Follow all the requirements listed in sections 10.3 A and 10.3 B;
II. Work shall stop during adverse weather conditions; and the
III. Limbs shall not be dropped onto lines.
5.10. Underground Electrical Lines and Equipment
The requirements of the Excavation policy shall be followed to prevent contact with underground electrical
lines and equipment.
5.11. Underground Electrical Lines and Equipment
6.11.1 Before cutting or drilling where the likelihood of contacting energized electrical lines or parts
exists, workers shall:
a) Identify the location of any possible sources of energized conductors, cables or equipment.
b) Create an electrically safe work condition.
c) If an electrically safe work condition cannot be achieved:
I. Perform an electrical risk assessment in conjunction with Hierarchy of Controls to reduce risk to an
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II. Identify and use appropriate PPE.
5.12. Electrical Control Panels
6.12.1 The following procedures shall apply to work on electrical control panels:
a) Follow all the safety procedures identified in this Program

b) Enough space shall be provided around electric equipment to allow ready and safe access, operation
and maintenance of the equipment as required by Section 8.4 K “Working Spaces Table.”
c) When operating the control or main switch, never stand in front of or look at the electrical panel.
Always stand off to the side of the panel to operate the switch. If the panel is subject to an arc
flash/blast event, this procedure will keep your eyes and body from being in a direct line with the
explosion.
d) Before operating switches or breakers, make sure all protective panels are closed and fastened.
e) To disconnect the electrical power from the equipment, always move the control switch to the “Off”
position before moving the main switch to the “Off” position.
f) To connect the electrical power, always make sure all control switches are off before engaging the
main switch.
5.13. Switchgear, MCCs, and Motor Controllers
6.13.1 The following procedures shall apply to work on electrical switchgear, MCCs, and motor
controllers:
a) Follow all the safety procedures outlined in this Program.

b) Enough space shall be provided around electric equipment to allow ready and safe access to
operation and maintenance of the equipment. See Working Spaces Table in Section 8.4 K.
c) Never open switches or other circuit isolating devices when the circuit is loaded (e.g., a pump motor
while in operation, shed as much load as practical). Loads should be shed as close to the device itself
through normal operational controls. (e.g., open/disconnect branch circuits before
opening/disconnecting a main)
d) Determine the operating condition (amount of load applied to circuit, removal of protective grounds,
etc.) of the circuit before opening or closing any switch. This precaution protects you and other
personnel in case the circuit is faulty.
e) Only load-rated switches, circuit breakers, or other devices specifically designed as disconnecting
means shall be used for opening, reversing, or closing circuits under load conditions.
f) Open and close switches completely. Switches left in a partly open position may cause an arc or
flashover with damaging results to the switch and possibly serious burns to the operator. Lock and
tag switches in the desired position to prevent accidental operation if necessary.
g) When operating high-voltage knife-blade switches or fused cutouts, use the appropriate hot stick of
the correct length.
5.14. Substations

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6.14.1 Work in substations shall conform to the following work practices:

a) Follow all the safety procedures outlined in this Program
b) Enough space shall be provided around electric equipment to allow ready and safe access to,
operation and maintenance of the equipment. See Working Spaces table in Section 8.4 K.
c) Draw-out-type circuit breakers shall be inserted and removed while the breaker is in the open
position.
d) Conductive fences around substations shall be grounded.
e) Specifically identified areas in a substation are subject to the following rules:
I. They shall be enclosed to minimize entry of Unqualified Persons.
II. Warning signs shall be displayed.
III. Entrances not under the observation of an attendant have to be locked.
IV. Unqualified Persons are not allowed to enter these areas while equipment is energized.
V. When any work is being done in the fenced area, all gates shall be fully opened prior to any
work commencing to facilitate immediate exit if warranted.
f) Live parts operating at more than 150V nominal shall be guarded (by physical guards or by location)
or insulated.
5.15. Underground Electrical Manholes or Vaults
6.15.1 The following work practices shall apply to work in underground electrical manholes or vaults:
a) Confined space entry standards as outlined in Confined Space Entry policy shall be followed.
b) Access to such installations shall be by ladder or another approved means; stepping on cables or
hangers is prohibited.
c) Equipment may not be lowered into a manhole until all personnel inside are clear.
d) Entry into a manhole or vault with energized equipment requires an attendant trained in CPR.
e) If duct rods are used, they shall be installed in the direction presenting the least hazard to personnel.
A person shall be stationed at the far end to make sure minimum clearance is maintained.
f) If multiple cables are present, the proper cable shall be positively identified before work begins.
g) An energized cable shall be inspected prior to moving. A defective cable shall be de-energized prior
to work. If not possible to de-energize, an electrical risk hazard assessment shall be performed.
Sheath continuity shall be maintained, and unshielded cable shall be treated as energized.
5.16. Permit to Electrical Works
Contractor and subcontractors’ employees are required to complete an Electrical Work Permit for ALL
Electrical work conducted on project work places, offices or property.
Project electricians, or who involved in common construction activities are required to complete an
Electrical Work Permit when working on:
 Live Equipment.
 High Voltage.
 Hazardous Areas Equipment.
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 All work requiring a CEC (certificate of electrical compliance)
5.17. Safe Lockout –Tagout
If electrical isolation is performed, a qualified person shall use test equipment (voltage meter) to verify that
electrical power has been isolated from the equipment. This shall be performed using the Live-Dead-Live
process (Note: this process is used to verify that the voltmeter is working properly before and after circuit
voltage testing. It is accomplished by first checking a known energized “Live” circuit, then test the de-
energized “Dead” circuit to be worked on, and lastly, the meter should be re-verified from a known source
to ensure that it has not failed during the circuit confirmation process, hence the term “Live).
Also all project work areas or offices employees should concern and apply the applied LOTO especially what
related to the electrical machines or equipment.
5.18. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5.18.1.General Requirements
a) Work units/departments will provide electrical protective

equipment required by this program at no cost to employees, such
as arc-rated apparel, eye protection, head protection, hand
protection, hearing protection, insulated footwear and face shields.
b) Maintain all protective equipment in a safe, reliable condition.
c) Wear nonconductive head protection whenever there is a danger of head injury from electric shock
or burns due to contact with live parts or from flying objects resulting from an electrical explosion.
d) Wear nonconductive protection for the face, neck and chin whenever there is danger of injury from
exposure to electric arcs or flashes or from flying objects resulting from an electrical explosion.
e) Wear protective equipment for the eyes whenever there is a danger of injury from electric arcs,
flashes or from flying objects resulting from an electrical explosion.
f) Wear rubber insulating gloves where there is danger of hand and arm injury due to contact with live
parts or possible exposure to arc flash burn. The following ratings can be found on voltage rated
gloves:

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Glove Class And Voltage
g) Where insulated footwear is used as protection against step and touch potential, dielectric
overshoes are required. Do not use insulated footwear as the primary protection. The integrity of
the insulating quality of such footwear cannot be established easily after the worker has been
wearing them in the working environment.
h) Do not use face shields without an arc rating for electrical work. Safety glasses or goggles must
always be worn underneath face shields.
i) Additional illumination may be needed when using tinted face shields as protection during electrical
work.
j) Wear hearing protection whenever there is a danger of noise overexposure resulting from an
electrical explosion.
5.18.2.Arc-rated Apparel
a) Visually inspect arc rated apparel before each use.

b) Do not use arc rated apparel that is contaminated or damaged.
c) Do not use protective items that become contaminated with grease, oil, flammable liquids or
combustible liquids.
d) Follow the garment manufacturer’s instructions for care and maintenance of arc rated apparel.
e) When arc rated apparel is worn to protect an employee, ensure it covers all ignitable clothing and
allow for movement and visibility.
f) Ensure arc rated apparel covers potentially exposed areas as completely as possible.
g) Fasten arc rated shirt sleeves and close arc rated shirts/jackets at the neck.
h) Non-melting, flammable garments (i.e. cotton, wool) may be used as under layers beneath arc rated
apparel.
i) Meltable fibers such as acetate, nylon, polyester, polypropylene and spandex are not permitted in
fabric underlayers next to the skin. (An incidental amount of elastic used on non-melting fabric
underwear or socks is permitted).
j) When arc rated apparel is required, garments worn as outer layers over arc rated apparel (i.e.
jackets or rainwear) must also be made from arc rated material.
k) Flash suits must permit easy and rapid removal by the user.

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5.18.3.Rubber Insulating Equipment
a) Rubber insulating equipment includes protective devices such as gloves, sleeves, blankets and
matting.
b) Inspect insulating equipment for damage before each day’s use and immediately following any
incident that could have caused damage. Perform an air test on rubber insulating gloves along with
the inspection.
c) Remove from service any insulating equipment found to have defects that might affect its insulating
properties such as holes, tears, punctures, embedded foreign object, ozone cutting or checking or
any change in texture including swelling, softening, hardening or becoming sticky or inelastic until
testing indicates that it is acceptable for continued use.
d) Where the insulating capability of protective equipment is subject to damage during use, protect the
insulating material with an outer covering of leather or other appropriate material. Clean insulating
equipment as needed to remove foreign substances.
e) Store rubber insulating equipment in an area protected from light, temperature extremes, excessive
humidity, ozone and other substances and conditions that may cause damage.
f) Do not attempt repairs to rubber insulating equipment. All damaged gloves must be replaced.
g) Have rubber insulating equipment tested according to the schedule in Table below:
Rubber Insulating Equipment Testing Schedule
Do not use insulating equipment that fails to pass visual inspections or electrical tests except as follows:
 Rubber insulating line hose may be used in shorter lengths if the defective portion is cut off.

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 Rubber insulating blankets may be repaired with a compatible patch as long as the physical and
electrical properties equal or exceed those of the blanket.
 Rubber insulating blankets may be salvaged by cutting and removing the defective area from the
undamaged portion of the blanket if the undamaged area remaining is greater than 22 inches by 22
inches for Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 blankets.
 Repaired insulating equipment must be retested before it may be returned to service. The tests must
be documented in writing and indicate the type(s) of test(s) performed, equipment tested
(specifically by referencing an applied marking, serial number or similar), date, name of tester and
the results of the tests. These test results must be maintained in a permanent log.
5.18.4.Insulated Tools and Equipment
a) Only use insulated tools and equipment within the Restricted Approach Boundary of
exposed energized parts.
b) Ensure insulated tools are rated for the voltages on which they are used.
c) Ensure insulated tools are designed and constructed for the environment to which they are
exposed and the manner in which they are used.
d) Use fuse or fuse holder handling equipment, insulated for the circuit voltage, to remove or
install a fuse if the fuse terminals are energized.
e) Ensure ropes and handlines used near exposed energized parts are nonconductive.
f) Use portable ladders with nonconductive side rails for all electrical work.
5.18.5.Live-Line Tools
a) Visually inspect live-line tools and wipe them clean before use each day. If a defect or contamination
could adversely affect the insulating quality of the mechanical integrity of the tool, remove it from
service and have it tested before returning to service.
b) Live-line tools shall be examined, cleaned, repaired, if necessary, and electrically tested every two
years.
5.18.6.Alerting Techniques
a) Use barricades in conjunction with safety signs to prevent or limit access to

work areas containing live parts.
b) Do not use conductive barricades where they might cause an electrical hazard.
c) Place barricades no closer than the limited approach boundary or arc flash
boundary, whichever is greater.
d) Barricade placement should not impede exit of employees within the boundary.
e) If signs and barricades do not provide sufficient protection, assign an attendant to warn and protect
pedestrians and keep unqualified persons out of the work area where an electrical hazard exists until
there is no longer a potential for employees to be exposed to the electrical hazards.
5.18.7.Other Precautions for Personnel Activities

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Do not enter spaces containing live parts unless illumination is provided that allows the work to be
performed safely.
a) Do not wear conductive articles of jewelry and clothing (such as watchbands, bracelets,
rings, key chains, necklaces, metalized aprons, cloth with conductive thread, metal headgear
or metal frame glasses) when working near exposed live parts.
b) Ensure conductive material, equipment and tools that are in contact with any part of an employee’s
body are handled in a manner that prevents accidental contact with live parts. Such materials and
equipment include, but are not limited to, long conductive objects such as ducts, pipes, tubes,
conductive hose and rope, metal-lined rules and scales, steel tapes, pulling lines, metal scaffold
parts, structural members and chains.
c) Only use portable ladders that have nonconductive side rails when the ladder or the employee could
contact exposed energized parts.
d) Use protective shields, barriers or insulating materials when working in a confined or enclosed space
(such as a manhole or vault) that contains exposed live parts.
e) Secure doors, hinged panels and the like to prevent them from swinging into employees. Work
performed within confined spaces must comply with company and contractor Confined Space
instructions.
6. APPENDIXES
6.1. APPENDIX 01 Safety Checklist for Electrical Inspections
6.2. APPENDIX 02 Electrical Equipment In Hazardous Location Register
6.3. APPENDIX 03 Examination and Receiving Materials Form

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ELECTRICAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST

INTRODUCTION
Date: Inspector:
Location:
Comments:
Checklist 01: General Safety Checklist for Electrical Inspections

✔ Item Basic Hazard Analysis Comments
Does the inspection task involve exposed energized conductors or circuit
☐ 1. parts?
Can the risk of exposure to electrical hazards be justified?

☐ 2.
What is the voltage of the equipment that requires inspection?

☐ 3.
Where are the approach boundaries for shock protection?

☐ 4.
Will the inspection involve crossing any of the approach boundaries?

☐ 5.
Has an incident energy analysis been performed for the equipment?

☐ 6.

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Checklist 1-1: General Safety Checklist for Electrical Inspections (cont.)

✔ Item Basic Hazard Analysis Comments
Are the available short-circuit current and clearing times known?

☐ 7.
Where is the Arc Flash Boundary?

☐ 8.
Will any part of the body be within the Arc Flash Boundary?
☐ 9.
How will PPE for arc flash protection be selected?

☐ 10.
Is the appropriate arc-rated PPE available?

☐ 11.
Is the inspector qualified for this specific task and risk?

☐ 12.

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3) Requiring all electrical work performed on an electrical installation or electrical equipment to be

The core objectives of this electrical safety procedure are:

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4. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Electrical Means a group of items of electrical equipment that:

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a) A record of formal inspections and tests;

b) A repairs register; and

c) A record of all faulty equipment showing details of services or corrective actions.

6.1.2. The register should be readily available in a central location.

5.2. Identification Of Electrical Hazards

a) At the project workplaces;

a) The design, construction, installation, maintenance and testing of electrical

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The hazard identification process must be undertaken before:

a) The connection and supply of electricity to a new electrical installation at a workplace;

5.3. Risk Assessment

5.4. Risk Control

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The Hierarchy of Controls

Elimination The most effective control measure is • Remove electrical equipment

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• Restrict access to electrical

6.4.8. The Project/site Manager shall:

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b. Monitoring and evaluating controls for effectiveness.

d. New electrical hazards are identified;

i. Retain completed risk assessments; and

5.5. Electrical Installation

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5.6. Electrical Installations in Hazardous Classified Areas

5.7. Residual Current Device (RCD) Protection

6.7.1. The management team should make sure, so far as is reasonably

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6.7.2. The requirement for an RCD does not apply where:

b) The supply of electricity is to electrical plant and is

i. Direct current (DC), or

6.7.3. The project/site Manager is responsible for making sure that:

5.8. Electrical Equipment

6.8.1 Purchase and Use

6.8.2 Inspection and Testing

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i. That the equipment is ‘new to service’;

ii. The date of entry into service;

iv. That the equipment has not been tested.

i. Information provided by the designer or manufacturer of the electrical equipment;

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5.9. Work Near Overhead Power Lines

5.9.1. The Requirements For Working Near Energized Power Lines

5.9.2. Vehicular and Mechanical Equipment