• Feb 23, 2015

Recommendations to avoid electric shock

• Switch off electricity where possible before working on equipment
• Ensure only appropriately licensed or registered electricians carry out electrical work
• Ensure electrical equipment is in good working order (testing and tagging)
• Use battery operated tools rather than mains power tools where possible
• Remove damaged, unsafe electrical equipment or cords from the workplace
• Ensure tag out and isolation procedures are in place and used
• Use residual current devices (or safety switches) with portable equipment (as per the WHS Regulations)
• Don't overload power sockets. Use power boards not double adaptors
• Meet electrical safety standards