Electrical workers have been asked to work inside the back of a energized switchgear where the outgoing cables are located. The back cover will be removed to gain access. There are energized buss /cables within 18" - 24" of workers who are dress in 8cal suits at best. There are no labels on switchgear to let the workers no what kind of ppe to use. What are your thoughs on this type of work?
Energized repair ?
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boboelectric
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Not me.That's why we have shutdowns. and overtime.
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OSHA does not allow hot work repairs even with PPE.
zog
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Jimbo, have you read the safety FAQ's at the top of this section?
Not that it will change the fact that it is not allowed but, who is asking for this to be done?
As mentioned in post #2, this is the reason for shutdowns and if they are scheduled for periodic PM this repair might not be neccessary now.
Roger
As mentioned in post #2, this is the reason for shutdowns and if they are scheduled for periodic PM this repair might not be neccessary now.
Roger
I was trying to get some of your opinions on this type of work that contractors will do when asked. I learned few things on here about energized work and I have read zog's FAQ here. When I see how many electricians who are not aware of electrical safety and you asked them if they know about 70e they get that deer in head light look and WHAT, we do this all the time and we are carefull around anything hot.
Thanks for you responses.
Thanks for you responses.
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- retired electrician
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