Improper Use of Electrical Equipment
When electrical equipment is used improperly, you are not guaranteed safe operation from the manufacturer. It is the responsibility of site management to make sure all equipment is being used in the correct manner. If you have been injured in an electrical construction site accident due to improper useage of a piece of equipment, recieve a FREE lawsuit case evaluation by filling out this simple form today.
Am I In Danger?
If electrical equipment is used in ways for which it is not designed, you can no longer depend on safety features built in by the manufacturer. This may damage your equipment and cause employee injuries.
Common Examples of Misused Equipment
- Using multi-receptacle boxes designed to be mounted by fitting them with a power cord and placing them on the floor.
- Fabricating extension cords with ROMEX® wire.
- Using equipment outdoors that is labeled for use only in dry, indoor locations.
- Attaching ungrounded, two-prong adapter plugs to three-prong cords and tools.
- Using circuit breakers or fuses with the wrong rating for over-current protection, e.g. using a 30-amp breaker in a system with 15- or 20-amp receptacles. Protection is lost because it will not trip when the system's load has been exceeded.
- Using modified cords or tools, e.g., removing ground prongs, face plates, insulation, etc.
- Using cords or tools with worn insulation or exposed wires.
How Do I Avoid Hazards?
- Use only equipment that is approved to meet OSHA
standards. - Use all equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Do not modify cords or use them incorrectly.
- Be sure equipment that has been shop fabricated or altered is in compliance.
see also:
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