Electrical Safety

It may seem strange but many fatal shocks happen in their workplaces as well as homes and outside. One should think twice before they take any chance. The voltage does not kill, its the electrical current that is responsible for the same. People are even killed by the 100 volts AC in their homes and even 42 volts DC. Any of the electrical device used in house wiring circuit also can transmit deadly amounts of current.  By taking the safety measures one can avoid these accidents from happening. One should also understand the principles of electricity. If there are any unsafe conditions, report those immediately.

The following safety measures can be taken to avoid any mis-happening:

Fuses:
Before any fuse is removed, one should make sure the circuit is disconnected or open. An approved fuse puller should be used and break contact which is on hot side of circuit first. fuse should be installed on the load side first clip and then the line side.

GFCIs:
This device [rotects the personnel as it detects the potentially dangerous ground faults and power is disconnected quickly from the circuit.

Make sure that the electrical equipment is properly repaired, serviced and inspected. For safety the power should be removed. the equipment should also be tagged out and locked out before maintenance and servicing is carried out.

The personnel should use thick soled shoes to protect themselves from sharp objects as nails.

For damp locations rubber boots should be used.

Hat, cap or safety helmet should be worn if required.

Keep hair trimmed and one should avoid placing head near the rotating machinery. Since gold and silver are good conductors of electricity.

Be ready for fire safety since electric shocks can result in fires.

There should be no trees near the power lines from time to time, qualified personnel should check out for any worn out electric equipment..