Common use of General Electrical Safety Clause in Contracts

General Electrical Safety.  Only qualified personnel are permitted to work on unprotected energized electrical systems.  Only authorized personnel are permitted to enter high-voltage areas.  Do not touch electrical wiring and equipment unless qualified to do so. All electrical wiring and equipment must be considered energized until lockout/tagout procedures are implemented.  Inspect electrical equipment, power tools, and extension cords for damage prior to use. Do not use defective electrical equipment, remove from service.  Documented inspections monthly for all cord sets. Must include appropriate color-coded tape for the month (See Attachment 5).  All temporary wiring, including extension cords and electrical power tools, must have ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) installed.  Extension cords must be:  Equipped with third-wire grounding.  Covered, elevated, or protected from damage when passing through work areas.  Protected from pinching if routed through doorways.  Not fastened with xxxxxxx, xxxx from nails, or suspended with wire.  Electrical power tools and equipment must be effectively grounded or double-insulated UL approved.  Operate and maintain electric power tools and equipment according to manufacturers' instructions.  Maintain safe clearance distances between overhead power lines and any electrical conducting material unless the power lines have been de-energized and grounded, or where insulating barriers have been installed to prevent physical contact. Maintain at least 10 feet from overhead power lines for voltages of 50 kV or less, and 10 feet plus ½ inch for every 1 kV over 50 kV.  Temporary lights shall not be suspended by their electric cord unless designed for suspension. Lights shall be protected from accidental contact or breakage.  Protect all electrical equipment, tools, switches, and outlets from environmental elements.  Electrical cords and welding leads shall be suspended 7 feet in the air with non conductive material.  Electrical cords shall be rated for hard construction use.  Damaged cords shall be taken out of service immediately. Portable Generator Hazards Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they also can be hazardous. The primary hazards to avoid when using a generator are carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from the toxic engine exhaust, electric shock or electrocution, and fire. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Hazards NEVER use a generator in enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces. Generators can produce high levels of CO very quickly. When you use a portable generator, remember that you cannot smell or see CO. Even if you can’t smell exhaust fumes, you may still be exposed to CO. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using a generator, get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. DO NOT DELAY. The CO from generators can rapidly lead to full incapacitation and death. If you experience serious symptoms, get medical attention immediately. Inform project staff that CO poisoning is suspected. If you experienced symptoms while indoors, have someone call the fire department to determine when it is safe to re-enter the building.  NEVER use a generator indoors  Follow the instructions that come with your generator. Locate the unit outdoors and away from doors, windows, and vents that could allow CO to come indoors.

General Electrical Safety.  Only qualified personnel are permitted to work on unprotected energized electrical systems.  • Only authorized personnel are permitted to enter high-voltage areas.  • Do not touch electrical wiring and equipment unless qualified to do so. All electrical wiring and equipment must be considered energized until lockout/tagout procedures are implemented.  • Inspect electrical equipment, power tools, and extension cords for damage prior to use. Do not use defective electrical equipment, remove from service.  • Documented inspections monthly for all cord sets. Must include appropriate color-coded tape for the month (See Attachment 5).  • All temporary wiring, including extension cords and electrical power tools, must have ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) installed.  • Extension cords must be:  • Equipped with third-wire grounding.  • Covered, elevated, or protected from damage when passing through work areas.  • Protected from pinching if routed through doorways.  • Not fastened with xxxxxxx, xxxx from nails, or suspended with wire.  • Electrical power tools and equipment must be effectively grounded or double-insulated UL approved.  • Operate and maintain electric power tools and equipment according to manufacturers' instructions.  • Maintain safe clearance distances between overhead power lines and any electrical conducting material unless the power lines have been de-energized and grounded, or where insulating barriers have been installed to prevent physical contact. Maintain at least 10 feet from overhead power lines for voltages of 50 kV or less, and 10 feet plus ½ inch for every 1 kV over 50 kV.  • Temporary lights shall not be suspended by their electric cord unless designed for suspension. Lights shall be protected from accidental contact or breakage.  • Protect all electrical equipment, tools, switches, and outlets from environmental elements.  • Electrical cords and welding leads shall be suspended 7 feet in the air with non conductive material.  • Electrical cords shall be rated for hard construction use.  • Damaged cords shall be taken out of service immediately. Portable Generator Hazards Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they also can be hazardous. The primary hazards to avoid when using a generator are carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from the toxic engine exhaust, electric shock or electrocution, and fire. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Hazards NEVER use a generator in enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces. Generators can produce high levels of CO very quickly. When you use a portable generator, remember that you cannot smell or see CO. Even if you can’t smell exhaust fumes, you may still be exposed to CO. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using a generator, get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. DO NOT DELAY. The CO from generators can rapidly lead to full incapacitation and death. If you experience serious symptoms, get medical attention immediately. Inform project staff that CO poisoning is suspected. If you experienced symptoms while indoors, have someone call the fire department to determine when it is safe to re-enter the building.  NEVER use a generator indoors  Follow the instructions that come with your generator. Locate the unit outdoors and away from doors, windows, and vents that could allow CO to come indoors.