Qualified

Qualified Electrical
Electrical Worker
Worker
 A qualified person is specifically trained in the
hazards of working on energized parts and
equipment.
 Receiving this training will help you recognize
and avoid unsafe conditions and procedures.

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 Qualified
Qualified Electrical
Electrical Worker
Worker
 Being qualified
– Depends on the equipment you’re working on
» Qualified to work on one type of equipment does not
necessarily mean being qualified to work all equipment
– Means you are allowed to use test equipment
– Means you’re allowed to work on energized
systems

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 Three
Three Levels
Levels of
of Protection
Protection
 There are three basic levels of protection
necessary to work around electricity safely:
– Engineering danger out of the job
– Safe work practices
– Personal protective equipment (PPE)

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 Personal
Personal Protective
Protective Equipment
Equipment
 Select the proper equipment and check it
periodically
– Select the proper tool for the voltage involved
 Use the appropriate personal protective
equipment
– Wear the proper clothing and remove conductive
jewelry

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 Portable
Portable Electric
Electric Equipment
Equipment
 Inspect your electrical tools:
– Check insulated grips for cracks , tears and worn
spots
– Discard or replace home-made insulation
– Be sure safety guards or shields are in place
– Inspect portable extension cords

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 Overload
Overload
 Safe outlets are always grounded
 Beware of overload
 More than two plugs per double outlet is
overloaded
– Never overload any outlet

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 Symbols,
Symbols, Signs,
Signs, and
and Barriers
Barriers
 Read and follow safety signs, symbols and
barriers:
– Red: indicates stop bar and emergency cut-off
switches
– Orange: marks dangerous exposed machine parts
or electrical hazards.
– Yellow: calls for caution
– Green: shows where to find safety items

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 Wet
Wet Working
Working Conditions
Conditions
 Never work with electricity if you or the work
area has been exposed to water or wet weather
– If your work site is at all moist, locking connectors
provide additional safety

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Reenergizing
Reenergizing Electrical
Electrical Systems
Systems
 Specific steps you must take before you
reenergize electrical systems:
– Inspect the entire work area
– Warn co-workers
– Remove locks and tags

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 Employee
Employee Responsibilities
Responsibilities
 Avoiding overload on circuits
 Inspecting all equipment, cords, switches and
components prior to each use
 Read and follow all safety signs, symbols,
and barriers

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 Employee
Employee Responsibilities
Responsibilities
 Use proper lighting
 Follow good housekeeping with respect to
tools and work areas
 Avoid wet working conditions
 Follow all lockout/tagout procedures

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