Hazards & safety management
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Clear filtersKeep clear of exposed or suspected live electrical parts.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Only authorised competent personnel should perform electrical work.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Take damaged electrical leads out of service through the site process.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Reassess electrical equipment use in wet or conductive areas.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Electrical isolation must be secured and verified by authorised personnel.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Use temporary installations approved for the work environment.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Plan exclusion and control arrangements before working near power lines.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Use the approved detection and verification process before excavation.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Avoid improvised connections and overloaded temporary outlets.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Keep electrical cabinets secured against unauthorised access.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Recognise that electrical faults can cause burns without direct contact.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Do not bypass protective devices or repeatedly reset unexplained trips.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Use equipment rated and selected for the task.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Protect cables from crushing, sharp edges and vehicle damage.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Do not touch a person or equipment that may remain electrically live.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Keep electrical hazard signs visible and current.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Report where, when and how the electrical fault was observed.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Who is authorised to make this electrical system safe?
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Use these notes to support learning. Apply your workplace's assessed safe system, competent supervision and the requirements that apply in your country. Practical tasks and emergency response require appropriate training and authorisation. Official reading links are resources for further study.
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