Electrical Safety
Importance of Electricity
Electricity powers our modern world and daily devices, but
mishandling can lead to serious risks.
Hazards Awareness
Raise awareness of the risks of mishandling electricity to
prevent injury and accidents.
Safety Guidance
Provide guidance on working with electricity safely to avoid
potential dangers.
Consequences of Unsafe Electrical Practices 🔌⚠️
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Electrical Shock ⚡️
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Electrical Fires 🔥
Improper grounding and lack of insulation can
Overloaded circuits, faulty wiring, and lack of
lead to dangerous electrical shocks, causing
maintenance can spark electrical fires, putting
injury or even death.
lives and property at risk.
Equipment Damage 💸
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Legal Liabilities 🚨
Neglecting electrical safety can result in
Failure to comply with electrical safety
damage to valuable equipment and machinery,
regulations can result in fines, lawsuits, and
leading to costly repairs or replacements.
potential legal consequences for the
organization.
Understanding Electrical Hazards
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Shock Hazards
Electrical shocks can occur when the body becomes part of an electrical circuit,
allowing current to flow through the body. This can result in burns, muscle spasms,
and even cardiac arrest, depending on the voltage and current involved.
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Arc Flash Hazards
An arc flash is an explosive release of electrical energy that can occur when there is
a fault or short circuit in an electrical system. This can lead to severe burns, eye
damage, and even fatalities if the appropriate safety precautions are not in place.
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Fire Hazards
Electrical faults, overloaded circuits, and faulty wiring can all lead to the ignition of
flammable materials, resulting in devastating fires. Proper electrical safety measures
are critical to preventing these hazards.
Identifying Electrical Risks
Workplace Risks
Residential Risks
Environmental Risks
Common electrical risks in the
Electrical risks in the home can
Environmental factors such as
workplace include exposed live
include outdated or faulty wiring,
water, humidity, and extreme
parts, damaged or worn wiring,
overloaded outlets, the use of
temperatures can increase the
overloaded circuits, and the use
damaged electrical cords, and
risk of electrical hazards. Proper
of improper tools or equipment.
the improper installation or
insulation, grounding, and the
Identifying these risks is the first
maintenance of electrical
use of weatherproof equipment
step in implementing effective
appliances and devices. Regular
are essential for ensuring
safety measures.
inspections and updates to
electrical safety in challenging
electrical systems are crucial for
environments.
home safety.
Proper Grounding and Bonding
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Grounding
Bonding
Grounding is the process of connecting an electrical
Bonding is the process of connecting metal parts of
system or equipment to the earth, providing a safe
an electrical system to ensure they are at the same
path for excess current to flow in the event of a fault.
electrical potential. This helps prevent the formation of
Proper grounding helps prevent the buildup of
unintended paths for current flow, which can lead to
dangerous electrical charges and reduces the risk of
shocks, fires, and other hazards.
shocks and fires.
Electrical Shock Prevention
Eliminate Exposure
Implement Safe Work
Practices
Provide PPE
electrical shocks is to eliminate
Safe work practices, such as
(PPE), such as insulated
exposure to live electrical parts.
de-energizing equipment, using
gloves, face shields, and
This can be achieved through
proper tools, and following
protective clothing, can help
the use of insulation, guarding,
lockout/tagout procedures, are
mitigate the impact of an
and other engineering controls.
essential for reducing the risk of
electrical shock and prevent
electrical shocks.
serious injuries.
The first step in preventing
Personal protective equipment
Electrical Fire Safety
Identify Fire Hazards
Common electrical fire hazards include overloaded circuits, faulty wiring, damaged cords, and
the improper use of electrical equipment. Regularly inspecting and maintaining electrical
systems is crucial for fire prevention.
Use Proper Equipment
Ensure that all electrical equipment, including wiring, outlets, and switches, are designed and
rated for their intended use. Avoid using makeshift or improvised solutions, as these can
increase the risk of electrical fires.
Install Fire Alarms and Extinguishers
Having working smoke detectors and fire extinguishers readily available can help detect and
contain electrical fires before they become uncontrollable. Regular maintenance and testing of
these safety devices is critical.
Train Employees
Provide comprehensive training to employees on electrical fire safety, including how to recognize
and report potential fire hazards, as well as how to properly use fire extinguishers and other
safety equipment.
Lockout/Tagout Procedures
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Preparation
Identify all energy sources that need to be controlled, gather the necessary
lockout/tagout devices, and ensure that all affected employees are aware of
the procedure.
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Isolation
Disconnect the equipment from its energy sources, such as electrical,
hydraulic, or pneumatic power, and apply locks and tags to the isolation
devices to prevent accidental re-energization.
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Verification
Ensure that the equipment is properly isolated by attempting to start or
activate it, and check that all energy sources have been effectively controlled.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Insulated Gloves
Protect hands from electrical shocks and burns by wearing properly rated insulated gloves when
working with live electrical equipment.
Face Shields
Safeguard the face from the intense heat and bright light generated by arc flashes by using a face
shield designed for electrical work.
Flame-Resistant Clothing
Wear clothing made of flame-resistant materials to protect the body from the thermal effects of an
electrical arc flash or fire.
Safety Glasses
Electrical Safety Training
Basic Electrical Safety
specialized Electrical Work
Refresher Training
All employees who may
For employees who are required
Electrical safety training should
encounter electrical hazards
to perform specialized electrical
be an ongoing process, with
should receive training on the
work, such as maintenance,
regular refresher courses to
fundamentals of electrical safety,
repair, or installation, more
ensure that employees stay up-
including how to identify and
comprehensive training is
to-date with the latest safety
avoid common electrical risks,
essential. This should cover
protocols and are able to apply
the importance of proper
topics like lockout/tagout
them effectively in their day-to-
grounding and bonding, and the
procedures, arc flash and shock
day work.
use of personal protective
hazard analysis, and the proper
equipment.
use of specialized tools and
equipment.
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Maintaining Electrical Equipment
Regular Inspections
Regularly inspecting electrical equipment,
including wiring, outlets, and circuit breakers, can
help identify and address potential issues before
they become serious hazards.
Proper Maintenance
Ensuring that electrical equipment is properly
maintained, repaired, and replaced as needed can
help extend its lifespan and reduce the risk of
failures or malfunctions.
Upgrades and Replacements
Upgrading or replacing outdated or obsolete
electrical equipment with modern, code-compliant
alternatives can significantly improve safety and
reduce the risk of electrical hazards.
Documentation and Record-Keeping
Maintaining detailed records of electrical
inspections, maintenance, and repairs can help
Thank you
By: Aarav Parekh