{"id":1404,"date":"2022-08-30T07:02:46","date_gmt":"2022-08-30T07:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/?p=1404"},"modified":"2026-01-30T11:12:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T05:42:04","slug":"high-voltage-safety-precautions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/high-voltage-safety-precautions\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety Precautions when working with High Voltage Electricity"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><span data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">We are aware that electricity is primarily used to power the majority of equipment. We largely rely on electricity for many of our necessities. But, as we all know, an electrical mishap could result in fatalities or serious injuries. <\/span>Electrical energy, whether high, medium, or low voltage, can pose serious hazards if not managed safely. High voltage electricity is a type of power that carries a significant voltage. It is a lot more powerful than low-voltage electricity and can be lethal if handled improperly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">Electrical hazards, including high voltage electricity, can be dangerous in many ways.<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">It can be corrosive and destroy any material that it comes into contact with<\/li>\r\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">It can also be fatal if it is used incorrectly or near things that can cause shocks<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading3 wp-block-heading\" data-header=\"3\" data-margin-bottom=\"14.04pt\" data-margin-top=\"14.04pt\" data-hd-info=\"3\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">High voltage electricity must be regulated:<span data-range-char-type=\"start\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tock8bd8lmfsxx1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_zbyt0dtrmg60&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;,&quot;render_type&quot;:&quot;inline&quot;,&quot;geo_transformation&quot;:{&quot;translation&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;scaling&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;rotation&quot;:false}}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_zbyt0dtrmg60\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tock8bd8lmfsxx1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_zbyt0dtrmg60&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_zbyt0dtrmg60\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">High Voltage Electricity can be used for a number of purposes, from power generation to feeding industrial plants. When the electricity reaches the final stage, it can be used for industrial purposes.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\">High Voltage Electricity must be kept away from people and the environment in order to avoid accidental damage and shock. It can be transported safely by using insulated hoses. When the power reaches its final destination, it can be used for electrical devices.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\">High voltage electricity can lead to workplace accidents and lead to physical damage and potential safety hazards, as well as cost businesses large sums of money. However, electrical accidents are not limited to high voltage systems alone. High-voltage electricity is a dangerous force that can be detrimental to people and properties in the surrounding area. To be safe and effective, all electrical systems must be kept regulated and under supervision.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\">This ensures the power levels are kept safe and within industry-approved parameters. The use of high-voltage electricity can be regulated by the installation of a circuit breaker.<\/p>\r\n<p>It\u2019s crucial to keep in mind that the majority of electrically related injuries and fatalities aren\u2019t caused by high voltage electricity, but rather by faulty or hazardous electrical wiring.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">When working with any electrical system, including high voltage, it is important to take safety precautions to avoid injuries. Always use proper safety equipment, including gloves, a face shield, and a grounding strap. If you are working with high-voltage equipment in a confined space, always use a proper isolation transformer. When working with electricity, it is important to take many safety precautions to ensure that you and your team are safe.<\/p>\r\n<ul data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-format=\"{&quot;level5&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level4&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level7&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level6&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level8&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level1&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level0&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;0.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level3&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level2&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1}}\" data-spl-bullet-format=\"{}\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:52453753,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always use proper safety equipment, including appropriate gloves, safety glasses, and a face shield.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:52453753,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always use a grounded safety chain or cable when working with electrical systems.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:52453753,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always be cautious when working near high-voltage power lines and electrical installations.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:52453753,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always keep a safe distance from live electrical equipment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"52453753\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:52453753,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always follow the safety guidelines provided by your company or organization.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Furthermore, the following measures can reduce the risk of electric shock:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never touch a live wire or electrical equipment with wet or bare hands as it can make the skin sensitive to electricity.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Always use gloves or something else to keep the skin from touching the wire or equipment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never wear clothes that are loose around the chest and waist when working near electricity or water. The loose clothes can catch a wire or electric cable that could contact the skin.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Be sure that the voltage on the circuit box is the correct voltage.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">When working with any electricity, never be in contact with it if you are feeling unwell, have an open wound, or are pregnant.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">When working around a water heater or power circuit box, wear gloves<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"60071762\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:60071762,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Take the time to install safety devices, such as safety switches, circuit breakers, or grounding rods<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">It is critical to follow safe practices in order to use your power supply safely. When using your power supply, ensure that you are not putting yourself in harm\u2019s way when using it. Hence, it is important to ensure that you conduct safe practices to keep yourself safe while using your power supply. Please take note of the following safety information:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-format=\"{&quot;level5&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level4&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level7&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level6&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level8&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level1&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level0&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;0.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level3&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level2&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1}}\" data-spl-bullet-format=\"{}\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">The electrician must work in a safe location<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">All circuit breakers must be guarded and kept in good working order<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Only qualified electrical personnel should handle any equipment or parts which could be a hazard<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">All connections must be properly grounded<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">All electrical work shall be performed in a safe manner, taking care to protect oneself from electrocution and burns<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Any work with electrical equipment, including high voltage systems, shall be under the direction of a qualified electrical or electrical\/mechanical contractor, electrician, or other trained personnel<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Inspection of all equipment shall be done before purchase, installation, or repair<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Insulate all power leads and power cables properly<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never cut the power to a power source without first determining if the equipment needs to be repaired or replaced<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never touch any component of a power supply or power distribution system with bare hands, including but not limited to electrical components, terminals, or connections<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never work on any power supply or power distribution system while holding or touching a piece of equipment<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Only use the approved, non-conductive, and non-magnetic work gloves supplied by the manufacturer of any power source<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Do not repair, work on, or otherwise modify or touch any equipment without properly using a non-conductive and non-magnetic work glove<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Inspect all connections in a building before allowing entry to anyone in the building<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Be mindful that the electricity supply may be turned on or off at any time and will cause injury to anyone near it<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Do not touch any electrical supply or system unless they have been previously inspected and verified<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Never work on any power supply or power distribution system while holding or touching a piece of equipment<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Protecting yourself while working with electricity is a necessity. Use of personal protective equipment is your responsibility<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"41708528\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:41708528,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Electrical inspections on site are a great way to get a good grip on what is going on in the workplace and to make sure that nothing is missing or wrong<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading3\" data-header=\"3\" data-margin-bottom=\"14.04pt\" data-margin-top=\"14.04pt\" data-hd-info=\"3\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">The Importance of Electrical Safety Training:<span data-range-char-type=\"start\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tocv8h7dp29r66i&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_walhtbn83fle&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;,&quot;render_type&quot;:&quot;inline&quot;,&quot;geo_transformation&quot;:{&quot;translation&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;scaling&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;rotation&quot;:false}}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_walhtbn83fle\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tocv8h7dp29r66i&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_walhtbn83fle&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_walhtbn83fle\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">Check below some of the reasons why an electric safety program is important in workplaces:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-list-id=\"69035048\" data-list-format=\"{&quot;level5&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level4&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level7&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level6&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;3.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level8&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;4.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level1&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:7,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level0&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;0.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level3&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;2in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:6,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1},&quot;level2&quot;:{&quot;paraFormat&quot;:{&quot;ti&quot;:&quot;-0.25in&quot;,&quot;ml&quot;:&quot;1.5in&quot;,&quot;textFormat&quot;:{}},&quot;type&quot;:8,&quot;startsWith&quot;:1}}\" data-spl-bullet-format=\"{}\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"69035048\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:69035048,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">To prevent or minimize electric shock in the workplace<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"69035048\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:69035048,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">To raise awareness and understand the dangers of electrical hazards at all voltage levels<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading105\" data-header=\"105\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"105\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-list-id=\"69035048\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:69035048,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">To give employees the skills and confidence to recognize, respond to, and report potential hazards that can result in electric shock<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Employers are accountable for employee safety, whether that means providing training to reduce the danger of electrocution or fostering a general culture of safety that all employees must adhere to. Safety in the workplace means making sure that all workers are not only kept safe in normal situations but are also trained to react appropriately to emergencies and safety situations.<\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">NIST Global&#8217;s Electrical Safety Training Program<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\" data-doc-id=\"7604746000009366007\" data-doc-type=\"writer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/\"><strong>NIST Global<\/strong><\/a> offers comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nistglobal.com\/electrical-safety-training.php\"><strong>Electrical Safety Training<\/strong><\/a> designed to help employees and organizations understand electrical hazards at all voltage levels and implement safe working practices. Our training programs focus on hazard identification, safe isolation procedures, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), compliance with electrical safety standards, and emergency response.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\">Our Safety training programs are designed to help workers understand and be able to respond appropriately to a variety of electrical safety issues and conditions in the workplace. For a better, safer workplace, we strongly suggest employees enroll in a safety training program.<\/p>\r\n<p>Happy Learning!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are aware that electricity is primarily used to power  [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2544,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3261],"tags":[3041,3042,235,3043,258,3046,3044,1094,1752,3022,3007,3045,2484,3047,3036,2977],"class_list":["post-1404","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bespoke-training","tag-electric-safety","tag-electric-safety-in-chennai","tag-electrical-safety","tag-electrical-safety-in-workplace","tag-fire-and-safety-course","tag-hazards-in-workplace","tag-high-voltage-electricity","tag-nebosh-course","tag-nebosh-safety-course","tag-safety-and-health","tag-safety-career","tag-safety-hazards","tag-safety-officer","tag-safety-precautions","tag-workplace-hazards","tag-workplace-health-safety"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1404","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1404"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1404\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5045,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1404\/revisions\/5045"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2544"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1404"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1404"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nistglobal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1404"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}