PPT-Electrical Safety

1 Introduction Electric Shock Arc and Blast Other Safety Issues Review The Importance of Electricity Engineers need to use electricity regardless of engineering discipline Imagine a world without electricity even not the batteries Now make a list of things that you could still do to keep you living smooth Such a list would be almost empty. In The Workplace. Changing Profession, Changing Attitudes. Testing for voltage by touch under 250 volts considered safe!!. Testing for low voltage by tasting!!. Accepted test methods circa 1942. Electrical Safety. Fire Prevention Week . 2012. Electrical Safety Foundation International. What is Fire Prevention Week?. Fire Prevention Week is observed each October to raise awareness of fire . safety. S. ponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Presented by:. Brian Cook. PowerCheck Electrical . Safety Services . www.powercheck.ca. Learning objectives. To understand the different types of wiring used in older houses. To recognize the leading electrical fire concerns in older houses. Exposed part. Live or energized . part. De-energized . part. Definitions. 1a. De-energized exposed parts that are not locked/tagged are considered to be energized exposed parts. 1b. Definitions. Don’t work on or near exposed electrical parts unless:. What Are Electrical Risks. ?. Electrical risks are risks of death, electric shock or other injuries caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most common electrical risks and subsequent causes of injury are. ELECTRICAL SAFETY. TOOL BOX SESSION. INSPECTION, INSTALLATION AND USE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. The following must be inspected before each use:. Electrical extension cords or temporary wiring, . Electricity - The Dangers. About 5 workers are electrocuted every week. Causes 12% of young worker workplace deaths . Takes very little electricity to cause harm . Significant risk of causing fires. What primarily causes electrocution?. Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. This material was produced under grant number . SH-22297-11. . from OSHA. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. . Electrical Safety Training. Hazards Associate with Cords and Plugs. All electrical equipment shall be inspected to ensure it is free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious harm to employees.. Office . Safety. Overview. General Office Safety. Materials Handling. Hazard Communication. Signs and Tags. Electrical. Ergonomics. Indoor Air Quality. Noise. Contacts. General office safety. What most might consider safe office activities, such as using a computer, preparing and filing paperwork, or just walking about the office or building, can and have resulted in accidents.. Safety, Health & Environmental Office. What if?. Best:. PREVENT. FIRE!. Put out. Get out. Emergencies – what . to . do. In the event of a fire or other emergency, think of the four golden rules: . Tips for Passing Inspection. George Mellors. Teacher Engineering former Industrial Engineer. Electrical Safety (Hazards). Electrical Components. System Design/Planning. Resources. Questions. Agenda. Electrical Safety Session. 2019 ASW. Harry Fanning – Jefferson Lab. Accelerator Division Safety Officer. Iran Thomas Auditorium. September 12, 2019 9:35 am. “SAFETY OVER SCHEDULE”. Agenda. What Happened?. Never use any laboratory equipment unless you are trained & have been authorised to do so. As well as injuring yourself you may cause very costly damage. When in doubt – ASK!!!. Do not carry out a new or unfamiliar procedure until you have been fully trained & understand the precautions necessary for safe working.