Electrical Fire Safety In The Workplace

A huge number of fires in workplace premises can be traced back to faulty wiring and electrical equipment.

Electrical fire safety in the workplace.

Electrical fires account for 22 percent of workplace fires. They are frequently caused by defects in wiring motors switches lamps and heating elements. Fatal injuries involving fires and explosions resulted in 148 occupational fatalities in 2013. Fires caused by electrical equipment are one of the most common types of fire in the workplace.

Electrical hazards combustible materials and flammable materials. Educate all employees on emergency procedures exit locations escape routes fire alarms and drills and the use of fire extinguishers. Electrical workers performing maintenance on faulty or failed equipment are at risk. Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard.

12 tips to ensure a fire safe workplace. Employers should follow these workplace fire safety tips. This standard also includes safe work practices for employees performing other work activities that can expose them to electrical hazards as well as safe work practices for the following. If your team contains someone qualified to repair electrical equipment ensure they keep on top of any known issues.

In most facilities there are three main types of hazards to evaluate. Others such as office workers and sales people work with electricity indirectly and may also be exposed to electrical hazards. 1 installation of conductors and equipment that connect to the supply of electricity 2 installations used by the electric utility such as office. If not book in regular inspections and pat testing to avoid the risk of electrical fire.

The recognition of fire hazards is the first step in preventing fires. Ships from and sold by national fire protection association nfpa. Most fire incident are caused by the use of faulty electrical equipment. That coupled with the threat of fire to business equipment and buildings demands that all business owners and safety professionals avoid having a fire emergency.

Fire hazards in the workplace. To manage this hazard look out for any signs of loose cabling damaged plugs and replace any faulty equipment. Electrical safety in the workplace 2 course goal the aim of this program is to provide comprehensive on site training to high risk workers i e. The first step to fire safety is assessing the existence of fire hazards within your workplace.

Handbook for electrical safety in the workplace 2012 edition by national fire protection association hardcover 175 00 only 5 left in stock order soon.