Inspection of Electrical Safety

Inspection of Electrical Safety Student’s Name Institutional Affiliation  Inspection of Electrical Safety QUESTION YES NO OSHA STANDARD COMMENT 1 Are portable electrical tools and equipment grounded or of the double-insulated type?  1910.304(g)(6)(vi)(C)(3) 1910.304(g)(6)(vii)(B)  The portable electrical equipment and tools are of the category of double-insulated (United States Department of Labor, n.d.).2 Are electrical appliances (e.g., vacuum cleaners, polishers, vending machines) grounded? 1910.304(g)(6)(iii) Not all electrical appliances are grounded. 3 Are exposed wiring and cords with frayed or deteriorated insulation repaired or replaced promptly?  1910.305(a)(2)(x) All exposed cords and wiring are repaired promptly to avoid accidents. 4 Are flexible cords and cables free of splices or taps?  1910.305(g)(2)(ii) Splices are highly discouraged in the organization since they create confusion.5 In wet or damp locations, are electrical tools and equipment appropriate for the use or location or otherwise protected?  1910.304(g)(6)(vi)(C)(7) The organization has ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) in wet places to prevent electric shock.6 Are all disconnecting switches and circuit breakers labeled to indicate their use or equipment served?  1910.303(f)(2) Circuit breakers and switches are well-labeled and tested to ensure they work appropriately.7 Are all energized parts of electrical circuits and equipment guarded against accidental contact by approved cabinets or enclosures?  1910.303(g)(2)(i) It does not apply to the company since no electrical circuits and energized parts are exposed. 8 Is sufficient access and working space provided and maintained around all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance?  1910.303(g)(1)(i) The primary thing that the firm focuses on is providing a safe working environment (United States Department of Labor, n.d.). For this reason, there exists enough space around electrical equipment to ensure safe operations.9 Are all unused openings (including conduit knockouts) in electrical enclosures and fittings closed with appropriate covers, plugs, or plates?  1910.305(b)(1)(ii) All unused openings are closed temporary by using plates or covers before they are eliminated. 10 Are electrical enclosures (e.g., switches, receptacles, junction boxes) provided with tight-fitting covers or plates?  1910.305(b)(2)(i) Electrical enclosures are fitted with plates to promote safety in the workplace. Summary...