Electrical Safety

Always stay at least 10 feet away from power lines.
If work must be done in the air, look for overhead wires before starting.
Always assume that power lines are energized at lethal levels.
Never touch a fallen electrical wire, report it immediately to the local utility company.
If a power line falls on your vehicle while driving, do not leave the car but continue to drive away from the power line. If you cannot do so, remain in your call and call the local utility company and emergency crews.

Electrical arcs are created by a short-circuit, which is often caused when non-insulated tools come into contact with a live electrical circuit.
The heat an electrical arc produces can exceed 10,000°F.
Electrical arcs heat up the air surrounding it, creating blasts similar to that of a bomb.

Do not operate electrical equipment while standing in water.
Do not attempt to repair electrical cords unless you are qualified.
Get a qualified electrician to inspect all equipment that has gotten wet before re-energizing it.
When working in damp or wet conditions, inspect all electrical cords before starting.
Use insulated tools when working around electrical circuits.
When working around electrical circuits, wear the proper protective gear, including shoes with a non-conductive sole, a hard hat that can withstand 20,000 volts, voltage rated insulated gloves, clothing made of natural fibres, and remove all jewelry that could be conductive.
Set up barricades to keep non-working personnel away from the work site.
Only work while you have proper lighting conditions.
Use a test meter to ensure that there is no power.
Stand to the side when opening or closing electrical disconnect.
Always de-energize a unit if possible.

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