Safety in electrical testing - switchgear and control gear
Engineering Information Sheet 37 (rev1)
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Series
Engineering Information Sheet
Abstract
Provides guidance focusing on avoiding injury during the electrical testing of switchgear and control gear, including those which have power electronic components installed.
History
Supersedes EIS 37 'Safety in electrical testing: switchgear and control gear' (HSE, 2002).
Subjects
- Switchgear, fuses
- Building services
- Electrical services
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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