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Power Tool and Extension Cord Safety

Power Tool and Extension Cord Safety. Extension Cord Safety. 2. A cord not marked for outdoor use is to be used indoors only Inspect cord before each use. Do not use if damaged. Repair or replace cord. Damaged cords can cause short circuits, shocks, or fires.

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Power Tool and Extension Cord Safety

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  1. Power Tool and Extension Cord Safety DOW RESTRICTED

  2. Extension Cord Safety 2 DOW RESTRICTED • A cord not marked for outdoor use is to be used indoors only • Inspect cord before each use. Do not use if damaged. Repair or replace cord. Damaged cords can cause short circuits, shocks, or fires. • Keep away from water. Do not use when wet. • If plugging one cord into another – verify conductor size matches and voltage drop is adequate. If unsure, consult with electrically skilled person. • Avoid overheating. Verify that cord is rated to operate the connected device. • Always unplug when not in use. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. Grab plug on cord end to remove.

  3. Extension Cord Safety • Modifying the cord plug prevents safe operation of the connected device. • Do not bend or modify any metal prongs of cord end. • A ground assurance test shall be performed on cords when not used with GFCI/RCD to verify it’s integrity. • Do you think it is safe to use this outlet box??? DOW RESTRICTED

  4. Power Tool Safety Is this tool grounded?? Verify that tool is grounded or labeled as double insulated. DOW RESTRICTED • Inspect the tool before use. Are there damaged cords, loose or broken switches, modified plug end? Do not use a tool that has been modified or had the plug modified. • Electric powered tools should be used with a GFCI/RCD or have a ground assurance test.

  5. Power Tool Safety • PPE? • Do not alter or remove safety guards and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). • Store tools is a dry environment. • Do not carry tool by the cord, keep cord away from sharp edges or moving parts. • It’s wet outside. Is a GFCI/RCD being used? DOW RESTRICTED

  6. Dow’s Electrical Safe Work Standard for Portable Electrical Equipment DOW RESTRICTED • Portable electrical equipment must meet one of the following requirements: • Be included in an annual* inspection and testing program (ground assurance), or • Be used with a GFCI/RCD • The annual* test and inspection must be performed by an Electrical Skilled or Instructed person. • The annual* test and inspection must address the following: • A visual inspection of the plug prongs for looseness, missing parts, or bent parts. • A visual inspection of the insulation for cuts, missing, worn, cracked, abraded, or other defects • Verification that the equipment ground conductor is intact or labeled as double insulated • For portable equipment that is not used with a GFCI (RCD), continuity of the equipment grounding conductor and neutral shall be measured. A minimum of ten (10) amperes of current with an approved test set must be passed through the equipment-grounding conductor to verify its integrity. A maximum of 0.5 ohm is an acceptable test value at the 10 amp test current • A visual inspection for mechanical defects • A run test • Attachment of an annual inspection tag • Any deficiencies shall be repaired by an Electrical Skilled or Instructed Person before the annual* inspection tag is attached and the equipment is returned to service. *Quarterly for US area

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