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Ten Safety Rules for Working with Electrical Equipment
According to the statistics by National Institute of Health of the United States, around 1000 persons die of
electrocution or electric hazards every year. The OSHA’s electrical safety manual includes the list of fatal
electrical accidents and the reasons behind UAW-electrical fatalities. The reasons vary from improper
grounding of electrical equipment to energy not disconnected properly before and during the work.
Only in few cases, the reason for electrocution or electricity accident can be stored electrical energy or
other major circuit issues. But, most of the times the electrocution happens because of lack of safety
practices regarding safety gears and safety precautions. As an Electrical Contractor San Francisco with past
30 years’ experience in working with both high and low voltage electrical equipment, I have prepared this
safety guideline for the electricians and DIY electrical workers. Following simple safety rules can save you
from serious electrical injuries including death, seizures, spinal cord damage, burns, and never damages.

Always Wear Safety Gear:
You will be working with live electricity and electrical equipment, so wearing a safety gear does not have
any exception. Especially in the tasks which involve working with high voltage circuits, you should wear
non-conducting gloves and shoes. The materials such as rubber and wood are non-conductive and break
the electricity circuit.
Never Touch an Energized Circuit:
If you are working with energized circuit, it means you are calling for trouble. So, always switch off the
circuits and electrical board before commencing the work. Disconnecting the circuit reduces the risk up to
95%.

Avoid Wearing Metallic Accessories:
For the DIY individuals, it is easy to forget this rule. If you are wearing a metallic band, a wrist watch, a ring
or any other accessory, it is always safe to take them off before working with electrical equipment.
Avoid Contact with Water or Other Conductive Liquids:
I believe that it is common sense, but it is good to reiterate it. Always keep your hands dry when you are
working with electrical equipment and avoid contact with water with the electrical circuit. If water or any
other liquid is spilled on the electrical circuit, switch off the circuit and dry it before resuming the work.
De-Energize Circuits in Wet Areas:
For the love of swimming pools of Bay Area Residents, the Electricians San Francisco have to work on
swimming pool lights and other areas with the wet atmosphere. It is always good to start the job with a
preliminary investigation of the working environment to know the underground electric wires and their
condition.

Insert the right plug in the right socket:
If a plug has three-prongs, always insert it in the three-slot socket. Do not try to cut down or break the
prongs to insert them in appropriate circuit as it may cause short circuit.
Follow the Electrical Codes:
Every area has different electrical codes and voltage instructions. When you are working with large projects
such as wiring of a building or circuit breakers, you should ensure compliance to electrical codes.
Watch out for Sparks:
If an electric circuit or equipment is making sparks, it means that the circuit needs to be changed or
repaired.
Always Check Grounding of Electricity:
The electricity flows to the ground and grounding ensures safe electric flow without any risk of electric
shock.
Never Leave an Energized Circuit Unattended:
Whether you are working with an electrical board or an equipment, never leave an energized circuit
unattended. Even if you are going for few seconds, always de-energize the circuit.

Contact:
Kevin Valerio
1288 Columbus Ave. #164
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-563-5645
http://www.bayelectricsf.com