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Preventing Electrical HazardsBelow is an easy to use checklist. By selecting yes, no or not sure you will be able to see at a glance legislative issues

you may need to address for electrical hazards. State the action that is required and your target date for completion; thendetermine if you have met your target or not.

Yes No Actin

Required

Target

Date

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EXTENSION CORDS

Are extension cords inspected before each use?

Have workers been trained in general housekeepingpractices and safe operating procedures?

Are extension cords subject to kinking or bending

excessively which can damage the cord?

Are damaged extension cords reported and removed

from service? (E.g., cut, frayed, cracked, exposed wires,loose connections)

Do cords have staples or nails in them?

Are any wires hanging or posing a tripping hazard?

Are cords run over by electrical equipment resulting inexcessive wear and tear?

If so, are they protected by a suitable conduit or planksalongside?

Are cords coiled when in use which could result in the

cord overheating?

Are plugs disconnected at receptacles? (E.g., do not

pull the cord)

Do cords have a special rubber or plastic covering ifthey may come in contact with chemicals that can

break down the covering?

Are extension cords connected or disconnected withequipment or appliances on?

Are cords stored properly: neatly coiled in a dry roomat room temperature?

Are power cords tied in tight knots which can short

circuit and cause shocks?

Are extension cords rated for indoor use used outdoors?

Do cords have sufficient wire gauge for intended use?

Are extension cords long enough to prevent the need to

attach cords together?

Are extension cords used as permanent wiring due toshortage of electrical outlets?


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Does the multiple outlet power strip have an internalcircuit breaker that will trip if the unit is overloaded to

prevent overheating?

LOCK-OUT

Are proper lock-out, tag-out and testing completed

to ensure the voltage is off before performingmaintenance on electrical equipment?

Are multiple locking devices used when more than oneperson works on a piece of equipment so workers can

all apply their own lock?

If there is a question about the safe operation of an

electrical tool or piece of equipment, is it removed fromservice, tagged and repaired by a qualified technician?

Are there written lock-out procedures provided for

anyone performing lock-out procedures, includingcontractors?

Is proper lock-out and tag-out equipment available that

has only one key per lock?

Are authorized workers trained in proper lock-outprocedures when performing maintenance on electrical

equipment?

Do supervisors ensure proper lock-out procedures arefollowed?

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Do workers determine the degree of hazard and whichpart of the body would be affected when selecting theappropriate PPE?

Do workers wear appropriate personal protective

equipment such as rubber gloves, eye protection,footwear, head protection, etc.?

Are applicable voltage rated, insulated rubbergloves worn when working on, around or near

any live electrical apparatus for the purposes oftroubleshooting, repairs or replacements?


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Preventing Electrical Hazards

Below is an easy to use checklist. By selecting yes, no or not sure you will be able to see at a glance legislative issuesyou may need to address for electrical hazards. State the action that is required and your target date for completion; thendetermine if you have met your target or not.

Yes No Action

Required

Target

Date

COMPLETE

Y/N

Are rubber gloves checked before each usefor punctures and tears that will weaken their

effectiveness?

Does footwear for those exposed to possible electrical

hazards have shock resistant soles?

Do workers wear appropriate eye protection wheneverthere is a danger from electrical arcs?

Do workers wear non-conductive head protection

whenever there is a danger of head injury due to headinjury from electrical shock or burns?

Are damaged pieces of PPE discarded and replaced?

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS

Are Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) usedwhen workers are using any electrical equipment in

work environments that are, or could become, wet?(E.g., outdoors)

Are GFCIs used as close as possible to the electrical

equipment they protect?

Are defective GFCIs replaced immediately?

ELECTRIC MOTORS

Are electric motors free from areas where there is dust,moisture or flammable vapours?

Is dust removed from motors before it has a chance tounite with water or oil and form a gummy mess?

Are motors getting wet during cleanup operations

which can result in failure or shock?

Is equipment relocated from wet environments or haveyou purchased an enclosed splash proof design?

If a motor is subject to moisture, have you dried themotor and tested it before putting it back in service?

Is loose clothing worn when inspecting electrical

equipment which could become entangled inmoving parts?

Are wristwatches, rings, necklaces, metal pens and

metal flashlights removed?


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MAINTENANCE

Do only knowledgeable staff install or repair electricalequipment? (E.g., properly licensed)

Is there equipment that has the grounding pin removed

which results in destroying the grounding path?

Do thorough inspections take place: look for groundingpin on all attached plugs?

Do workers always assume a circuit is live until it isproved dead?

Do employees report any electrical defects or problems

immediately? (E.g., short circuit)

Are wall plug plates covered and fitted properly?

Is preventive maintenance completed on electrical

equipment? (E.g., moisture, dirt, loose connections,short circuit and poor insulation could result in build

up of heat and fire)

Are appliances unplugged before working on them anda lock-out device attached?

Are power tools unplugged before changing blades?

Are all power tools properly grounded using a threeprong plug?

Is water collecting on the floor that could come in

contact with electrical equipment or extension cords?

Is there frequent tripping of circuit breakers orfrequent blowing of fuses?

Are unusual electrical problems reported andcorrected? (E.g., shocks, flickering lights, buzzing

sounds, smell of burning, arcs, dim lights, sparks,sizzling sound, presence of soot, warm electricalequipment and receptacle plates, etc.?

Are tools used to repair electrical installationsinsulated: screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, etc.?


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GENERAL

Are barriers installed (e.g. floor curbing, steel barriers)if there is a danger of industrial trucks striking critical

electrical equipment?

Do electrical cabinets have close fitting doors that are

kept locked?Are switches, circuit breakers and fuses plainly markedand arranged for quick identification of equipmentsupplied through them?

Is there a continual overload on electrical equipmentthat may cause short circuits, mechanical failure or

fire?

Do workers handle electrical equipment with wethands, high humidity or outdoors during or after a

rainstorm?

Do workers use a towel to dry sweaty hands whenperforming electrical work?

Are aluminum ladders used where there is a risk of

shock around electrical installations?

Are metal tools restricted around electrical hazards?

(E.g., measuring tapes, metal ladders, etc.)

Is high voltage electrical equipment secured againstunauthorized entry and has warning signs?

Is there a buddy system when performing electrical

work?

Is access to circuit breakers or fuse boxes blocked?

Are light bulbs used with a wattage rating higher than

recommended by the manufacturer?

Are several power cords plugged into a single outletwithout using a proper surge protected power strip?

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