Forgive me if this has been beaten to death, but I cant seem to find applicable posts.
When establishing an ESWC on equipment that has energy levels well beyond 40 cal (Dangerous, live work not permitted), what is the thought on PPE requirements?
The intent is not to work energized, but to establish an ESWC, but that in itself requires PPE appropriate to the hazard involved.
What to wear for PPE?
In most cases where we run into this, there is an opportunity to visually verify the disconnecting means is open, but not always. Either way, visual verification does not negate the need for proper PPE to be worn while establishing an ESWC. Most of these locations are 2,000-4,000A services with exposed conductors ahead of the main disconnecting means.
Thoughts?
Thank You.
When establishing an ESWC on equipment that has energy levels well beyond 40 cal (Dangerous, live work not permitted), what is the thought on PPE requirements?
The intent is not to work energized, but to establish an ESWC, but that in itself requires PPE appropriate to the hazard involved.
What to wear for PPE?
In most cases where we run into this, there is an opportunity to visually verify the disconnecting means is open, but not always. Either way, visual verification does not negate the need for proper PPE to be worn while establishing an ESWC. Most of these locations are 2,000-4,000A services with exposed conductors ahead of the main disconnecting means.
Thoughts?
Thank You.