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Villanova University Department of Environmental Health and Safety

Policy and Procedure Manual

Subject: Electrical Safe Work Practices VU-Reserved

Number: S-34

Effective: March 1, 2013

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Table of Contents

Section Title Page Number

1.0 Introduction 3

2.0 Objective 3

3.0 Applicability 3

4.0 Roles & Responsibilities 4

5.0 General Requirements 8

6.0 Electrical Equipment - Installation and Labeling 10

7.0 Safe Work Practices 11

8.0 Personal Protective Equipment 14

9.0 Portable Electric Tools 15

10.0 Extension Cords, Outlets & GFCIs 15

11.0 Portable Generators 16

12.0 Battery Charging Stations 17

13.0 Code Compliance & Inspection 17

14.0 Reporting Injuries & Electrical Hazards 17

15.0 Requirements for Procurement of Electrical Equipment, 18 Materials, Tools & Appliances

16.0 Training 18

17.0 Records & Document Control 21

18.0 Definitions 22

19.0 References 24




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Appendix Index

Appendix A – General Categories of Electrical Hazards

Appendix B – Hazard Evaluation Flow Chart

Appendix C – Job Briefing Form

Appendix D – Clear Working Space

Appendix E – Approach Boundaries for Energized Electrical Conductors

Appendix F – Default Electrical Arc Flash Boundaries

Appendix G – Protective Clothing Characteristics

Appendix H – Personal Protective Equipment

Appendix I – Task Hazard Category Classifications

Appendix J – Electrical Safety Training Matrix

Appendix K – Energized Work Permit

Appendix L – Signs & Labeling




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1.0 INTRODUCTION This Electrical Safety Program has been developed to help individuals recognize and avoid electrical hazards. The goal is to reduce and manage the risk of electrical arc flash hazard, shock, equipment damage, and fire.

2.0 OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this section is to provide a process for ensuring the program meets the requirements of applicable standards, such as OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E. Specifically, the purpose of this Electrical Safety Program is to:

• Protect the employees of Villanova University, its property and the environment. • Comply with 29 CFR 1910 Subparts S of the Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA). • Apply the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard and any exceptions by

applicable state or local municipal requirements to the design, construction, and maintenance of facilities and equipment.

This section also defines the process by which the Electrical Safety Program will be audited.

• This written program will be audited by the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor and the Office of Environmental Health and Safety every three years.

• The Electrical Hazard Review Form (Appendix A) will be used for periodic audits of electrical work with less than 600 volts. Audits will be completed by authorized personnel.

• Results of all audits shall be retained by the Office of Environmental Health and Safety for three years.

• Internal and external electrical auditors shall be approved by the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor.

3.0 APPLICABILITY

This Electrical Safety Program applies to all Villanova University employees on the Villanova campus.




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4.0 ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITY

4.1 University Senior Administration University Senior Administrators provide senior management support for implementing the

Electrical Safety Program and ensure that resources are allocated for implementing this program.

4.2 Environmental Health & Safety

The Villanova University Department of Environmental Health & Safety develops and oversees implementation of the electrical Safety Program, and supports the program by:

4.2.1 Develops and maintains the various written components comprising the Electrical Safety Program.

4.2.2 Approve all electrical safety training and instructors. 4.2.3 Ensuring the Electrical Safety Program is integrated into the daily operations of

Villanova University. EH&S has the authority to enforce the Electrical Safety Program requirements.

For the current year the designated EH&S contact person for this program is Robert Bratcher,

[email protected] or 9-7192. 4.3 Electrical Safety Program Lead Supervisor

The Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor is the lead University authority for interpretation/application of electrical codes and regulations at Villanova University.

4.3.1 Maintains and oversees implementation of the Electrical Safety Program. 4.3.2 Develops and monitors compliance with the training requirements of the

Electrical Safety Program. 4.3.3 Assists departments in interpreting the electrical requirements of the various

codes, standards, and practices. 4.3.4 Establishes procedures to ensure compliance with electrical codes governing new

installations and major modifications.

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4.3.5 Establishes procedures to ensure proper review and approval for all electrical equipment, material and appliances purchased by the University or brought on-site by authorized employees.

4.3.6 Reviews and approves all requests for alternate methods and procedures that provide equivalent protection.

This person has the authority to enforce the electrical Safety Program requirements. For the current calendar year, the Electrical Safety Program Lead Supervisor is: Steve Cauterucci, [email protected] or 9-4423.

4.4 Department Supervisors

Villanova University Department Supervisors will support the Electrical Safety Program by:

4.4.1 Ensuring all projects implemented are in compliance with 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and NFPA Standards.

4.4.2 Ensuring that all affected department personnel attend required training as defined in Section 16 of this program.

4.4.3 Communicates to the appropriate individuals all pertinent electrical safety information (e.g., major incidents, product recalls, product notices, and safety bulletins).

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4.5 Facilities Management

Villanova University Facilities Management will support the Electrical Safety Program by:

4.5.1 Ensuring an electrical preventative maintenance program is implemented.

4.5.2 Providing necessary resources to support the activities of the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor.

4.5.3 Ensuring all projects implemented are in compliance with 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and NFPA Standards.

4.5.4 Communicate to the appropriate individuals all pertinent electrical safety information (e.g., major incidents, product recalls, product notices, and safety bulletins).

4.5.5 Providing qualified electricians for all electrical and high voltage work. Ensuring maintenance and construction personnel complete all applicable courses of electrical safety training.

4.5.6 Supporting efforts to maintain facilities in compliance with applicable regulations.

4.5.7 Ensuring a medium-voltage electrical preventative maintenance program is implemented.

4.5.8 Providing a University power-system model, including arc flash hazard levels, at limited points on the power system.

4.6 Employees

All Villanova University employees and contract employees must comply with this Electrical Safety Program. University employees must report unsafe electrical installations and activities by contacting EH&S. The safety-related work practices contained in this program shall be implemented by employees.




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Villanova University employees who are qualified electricians must support the Electrical Safety Program by:

4.6.1 Attending all applicable training and pass applicable written exams to ensure personal safety.

4.6.2 Ensure all maintenance and construction projects and installations are in compliance with this Electrical Safety Program, 29 CFR 1910 and NFPA Standards.

4.6.3 Recognize and report unsafe electrical installations. 4.6.4 Perform work activities in compliance with the Villanova University

Lockout/Tagout Procedure (EH&S Procedure S30). 4.6.5 Wear personal protective equipment as required by the Electrical Safety

Program. 4.7 General Contractors

All general contractors must comply with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Contractor safety and health programs may be subject to review by EH&S and the applicable project Manager.

The Project Manager shall inform contract employers of:

4.7.1 Known hazards that are related to the contract employer’s work, and that might not be recognized by the contract employer or its employees.

4.7.2 Information about the Villanova’s installation that the contract employer needs to make the proper risk assessments.

4.7.3 Observed violations of this program. The contract employer shall advise the applicable University Project Managers of:

4.7.2.1 Any unique hazards present by the contract employer’s work.

4.7.2.2 Any unanticipated hazards found during the contract employer’s work that the host employer did not mention.

4.7.2.3 The measure the contractor took to correct any violations reported by Villanova University to prevent such violation from recurring in the future.




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5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical safety procedures are considered to be one of the most important safety control measures at Villanova University. Failure of any employee to follow these procedures shall be considered a major and serious violation of safety policy and can result in disciplinary action. The rules contained in this section apply to all Villanova University employees.

This section outlines general rules for all persons exposed to electrical safety hazards. The goal is to eliminate the risk of electrical arc flash hazard, shock, equipment damage, and fire. Adherence with this component is required to comply with OSHA Standard CFR 1910, the National Electrical Code, and NFPA 70E-2009.

5.1. All Electrical equipment greater than 50 Volts shall be UL listed or otherwise designed to meet its equivalent safety requirements. Tools and electrical testing equipment shall not be modified.

5.2 Product bulletins and recall information shall be communicated through the appropriate engineering and facilities organizations. Supervisors shall assure all personnel have been informed.

5.3 All entrance doors to rooms, buildings, or enclosures containing exposed live parts and which are accessible to unqualified personnel shall be kept locked. All substation gates are to be kept locked.

5.4 Any work area where exposed, energized conductors or live parts are present shall be barricaded and controlled to prevent affected persons from contacting such equipment. If signs and barricades do not provide sufficient warning and protection from electrical hazards, an attendant shall be stationed to warn and protect employees.

5.5 Underground Utility Surveys are required when excavating or penetrating 6” or more into ground surface or in any case when power excavation equipment is used at Villanova University. Utility surveys must be requested in advance from Facilities Engineering.

5.6 All abandoned wiring shall be physically removed where possible or, at a minimum, disconnected, insulated and identified at opposite ends. The Villanova University Asbestos Management Program (EH&S, S-19) shall be followed.

5.7 Clear access in front of all electrical panel boards, switchboards, and disconnects shall be maintained at all times. Refer to Appendix D for specific distances.




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5.8 Storage of materials in substations or under exposed high voltage lines is prohibited.

5.9 Portable ladders used for electrical tasks shall have non-conductive side rails.

5.10 Only qualified personnel, trained in the use of electrical test equipment, shall operate and use electrical test equipment. See Appendix J for training requirements.

5.11 Unqualified personnel are prohibited from opening electrical enclosures. Unqualified personnel may only operate isolating devices rated 50 volts or less.

5.12 Energized parts operated at less than 50 volts and which pose no significant electrical burn or arc flash hazard (arc energy less than 1.2 cal/cm2 ) are not required to be de-energized to satisfy an electrically safe work condition.

5.13 Compliance with the University Lockout/Tagout Procedure is required.




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6.0 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION & LABELING

6.1 RESERVED

6.2 All new installations and major modifications of panel boards, switchboards, and disconnects shall have the minimum clear access identified by physical barricades or clear access areas painted on the floor. Refer to Appendix D for distances.

6.3 All live parts operating at 50 volts or greater shall be guarded against accidental contact by any of the following methods.

6.3.1 By location in a room, vault, or enclosure accessible to qualified personnel only. 6.3.2 Suitable, permanent substantial screens, partitions, guards, cabinets, or enclosures. 6.3.3 By an elevation of at least eight feet for up to 600V and nine feet for more than 600V and accessible to qualified personnel only.

6.4 All control houses containing exposed live parts shall be kept locked and accessible to qualified personnel only.

6.5 RESERVED

6.6 RESERVED




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7.0 SAFE WORK PRACTICES

This section defines safe work practices for all personnel performing work involving electrical parts and equipment, and complies with the National Electric Code, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements. The safe work practices outlined in this section apply to all personnel working in areas containing electrical parts and equipment.

7.1 Every electrical conductor or circuit part is considered energized until proven otherwise. Energized parts that personnel may contact shall be de-energized before any work commences. Deenergizing an electrical conductor or circuit part and making it safe to work on is in itself a potentially hazardous task. No bare-hand contact is to be made with exposed energized electrical conductors or circuit parts above 50 volts to ground.

7.2 Prior to any work activity, qualified personnel shall open (de-energize) and voltage test each phase conductor or circuit part with an adequately rated voltage detector to verify the equipment is de-energized. Before and after each test, personnel must determine that the voltage detector is operating correctly by checking the tester on a known energized voltage source.

7.3 Only qualified employees are allowed to work on electric parts or equipment that has not been de-energized. Live parts to which an employee may be exposed will be de-energized using approved Lockout/Tagout procedures before the employee works on or near them, unless one of the following conditions applies:

7.3.1 De-energizing introduces additional or increased hazards. Examples of “additional or increased” hazards include interruption of life support equipment, deactivation of emergency alarm systems, shutdown of fume hood ventilation systems, or removal of illumination for an area.

7.3.2 De-energizing is not possible due to equipment design or operational limitations. Examples include testing that can only be performed with the electrical circuit energized, and work on circuits that form an intergral part of a continuous process that would need to be completely shut down in order to permit work on one circuit or piece of equipment.

7.3.3 Live parts operate at less than 50 volts to ground and there is no increased exposure to electrical burns or to explosion due to electric arcs.




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7.4 An Energized Work Permit (Appendix K) must be completed before work begins on any live circuit.

7.4.1 Work performed on or near live parts by qualified persons related to tasks such as

testing, troubleshooting, voltage measuring, etc., shall be permitted to be performed without an energized electrical work permit, provided appropriate safe work practices and personal protective equipment are provided and used.

7.5 The person performing the task must be an authorized employee who is knowledgeable with the design and operation of the equipment/system, the hazards involved, and in avoiding hazards of working on or near exposed parts and moving equipment.

7.6 The authorized employee performing the task shall perform a hazard assessment, utilize appropriate safe work practices, and wear the designated personal protective equipment for the energized work task.

7.7 Remove non-authorized employees, tools, and materials from the hazardous equipment area.

7.8 Before starting each job, the employee in charge shall conduct a job briefing with other personnel involved. The briefing shall cover such subjects as a Pre-Job Hazard Review Form (appendix C), hazards associated with the job, work procedures involved, special precautions, energy source controls, and PPE requirements. If the work or operations to be performed during the work day or shift are repetitive and similar, at least one job briefing shall be conducted from the start of the first job of the day or shift. Additional job briefings shall be held if significant changes might affect the safety of employees during the course of the work. A brief discussion shall be satisfactory if the work involved is routine and if the employee, by virtue of training and experience, can reasonably be expected to recognize and avoid the hazards involved in the job. A more extensive discussion shall be conducted if:

7.8.1 The work is complicated or particularly hazardous; or 7.8.2 The employee cannot be expected to recognize and avoid the hazards involved in the

job.

7.9 Conductors or electric parts that have been de-energized but not locked out shall be considered energized.

7.10 Persons exposed to energized or potentially energized electrical equipment shall wear appropriate fire-resistant clothing. Anything that may present an electrical contact hazard, such as jewelry or belts, shall not be worn.




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7.11 If signs and barricades do not provide sufficient warning and protection from electrical hazards, an attendant shall be stationed to warn and protect employees.

7.12 Personnel working in areas within the arc flash hazard boundary or where potential electrical hazards exist shall use the appropriate PPE as defined in Appendix I.

7.13 Protective equipment such as shields, barriers, insulating materials, and PPE shall be used whenever qualified personnel are working near exposed, energized conductors or parts.

7.14 Unqualified personnel performing maintenance, repairs, or modifications shall be protected from arc flash hazards and contact with exposed, energized parts. Barricading with safety signs and isolating or insulating are acceptable methods of protection. Barricading shall be placed no closer than six feet.

7.15 Whenever possible, personnel shall use the “left hand rule” to operate electrical disconnects and circuit breakers. This process places the individual to the right of the disconnect or circuit breaker. Operation is accomplished by using the left hand, and

7.15.1 Taking and holding a deep breath, 7.15.2 Turning away from the device, 7.15.3 Operating the mechanism.

7.16 When working or performing tasks on or near exposed, energized conductors or parts, all personnel shall use insulated tools or equipment if contact is possible. Insulated tools shall be protected from damage during storage or in transit. Damaged insulated tools shall be considered un-insulated and removed from service. See Appendix K for the University Energized Work permit.

7.17 All electrical test instruments, tools, and equipment shall be visually inspected before each use. Test instruments, tools, and equipment shall be fully tested and calibrated per the manufacturers’ recommendation. Documentation of calibration shall be maintained.

7.18 During energy isolation procedures for electrical work to be performed, visually verify that all blades of disconnecting devices are fully open or that draw out type circuit breakers are withdrawn to the fully disconnected position.

7.19 Adequate illumination is required to perform work safely when operating or servicing any electrical equipment. Recommend 30 footcandles at minimum, 50 fc or higher when visual performance is of critical nature. Supplemental task lighting is to be provided by personnel operating or servicing equipment.




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8.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Protective equipment provides the last line of defense against inadvertent contact with energized parts or burns resulting from electrical arcs. The purpose of this section is to ensure personnel have an adequate understanding of potential electrical hazards and the knowledge to select and wear the proper PPE based on the hazards. PPE requirements apply to all persons exposed to potential electrical shock or arc flash hazards. This includes Villanova employees and contractor employees. This section of the Electrical Safety Program meets the following rules and requirements of OSHA CFR 1910, and NFPA 70e.

8.1 Personnel shall use the personal protective equipment, the protective devices, and the special tools provided for their work. Before starting work these devices and tools shall be carefully inspected to make sure they are in good working condition.

8.2 Personnel shall NOT wear clothing made from combustible synthetic materials such as acetate, nylon, polyester, or rayon, either alone or in blends with cotton or other natural fibers, unless that material has been approved for Arc Hazard Protection.

8.3 Personnel shall wear EH (Electric Hazard) rated shoes while working on or around energized electrical equipment.

8.4 Personnel shall wear 600 Volt voltage-rated gloves when performing tasks within 12 inches of energized equipment operating at or above 50 V AC or DC but below 600 Volts.

8.5 At a minimum, all persons performing electrical work on energized parts or within the flash boundary of energized parts shall wear an Arc Rated long sleeve shirt, Arc Rated long pants, 20kV hard hat, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and EH-rated shoes.

Note: A 50 Arc Rated smock worn over 100% cotton clothing may be substituted for the Arc Rated pants and shirt.

8.6 RESERVED

8.7 The PPE requirements in Appendix H and I shall be worn unless the electrical device has an Arc Flash Hazard Analysis (AFHA) label. If the label is present, the PPE level listed on the label shall be worn.




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8.8 No personnel shall approach or take any conductive object closer to live parts than the restricted approach boundary unless:

8.8.1 The individual is qualified and insulated or guarded from the live parts and no un-insulated part of the qualified employee's body enters the restricted approach boundary.

8.8.2 The live part is insulated from the qualified employee and from any other conductive object at a different potential. Insulated gloves of the appropriate voltage rating satisfy this requirement.

8.8.3 The qualified employee is insulated from any other conductive object.

9.0 PORTABLE ELECTIC TOOLS

9.1 All portable electric tools shall be visually inspected prior to each use. Damaged equipment shall be repaired or removed from service.

9.2 Portable electric power tools shall be operated within the guidelines set forth in the equipment operator manual.

9.3 Any worn, frayed, altered, or damaged power cords shall be repaired by a qualified electrician or removed from service.

9.4 GFCIs (portable or fixed) are required when using any portable electric tool when not plugged into permanently installed outlets or when working in a wet environment. A portable GFCI shall be plugged directly into a receptacle and the cord plugged into the portable GFCI.

10.0 EXTENSION CORDS, OUTLETS & GFCIs

10.1 All extension cords and GFCIs shall be visually inspected prior to each use. Any worn, frayed or damaged extension cords shall be repaired or removed from service. Splices are not allowed in extension cords.

10.2 GFCIs (portable or fixed) are required when using any extension cords and/or portable electric tools when not plugged into permanently installed outlets or when working in a wet environment. A portable GFCI shall be plugged directly into a receptacle and the extension cord plugged into the portable GFCI.




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10.3 Extension cords shall not be used in lieu of permanent wiring, and must be unplugged when not in use. Extension cords must be appropriately rated for their application.

10.4 Extension cords shall be placed so they do not cause slip, trip, or fall hazards. Extension cords shall not be placed across walkways, in aisles, or in other areas used by mechanical equipment or vehicles unless the cords are protected from damage. Extension cords must be protected from pinch points and sharp corners.

10.5 Extension cords shall be secured or suspended using non-conductive means. Electrical cables shall not be used as mechanical supports.

10.6 Inspect receptacle intended for power connection. Any damaged or altered outlet/box/cover shall be replaced prior to use.

11.0 PORTABLE GENERATORS

11.1 Portable generators shall be so placed to ensure exhaust fumes do not enter nearby buildings. Portable generators shall not be used indoors.

11.2 Portable generators shall be separated from the public by a physical barricade.

11.3 Generators must be turned off and allowed to cool before refueling. Fuel containers shall be stored at least 20 feet from the generator.

11.4 Portable generators shall not be overloaded.

11.5 Portable generators shall be in firm contact with the ground surface, or be grounded with a grounding rod.

11.6 Only qualified electricians may connect a portable generator directly to the electrical system of a structure, and only when the equipment has a properly installed transfer switch.




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12.0 BATTERY CHARGING STATIONS

12.1. Battery charging installations shall be located in areas designated for that purpose. Facilities shall be provided for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte, for fire protection, for protecting charging apparatus from damage by trucks, and for adequate ventilation for dispersal of fumes from gassing batteries.

12.2 Battery charging locations must be free of ignition sources.

12.3 Battery chargers shall be inspected for damage before use. Battery chargers shall be compatible with the batteries they will be charging.

12.4 A properly rated fire extinguisher must be located within 20 feet of the charging station.

12.5 An approved eye wash station capable of providing 15 minutes of flushing must be located within 50 feet of the charging station.

13.0 CODE COMPLIANCE & INSPECTION

The Code Compliance and Inspection section provides a process to identify code compliance and inspections of electrical installations. Insuring code compliance will reduce the potential for electrical hazards and subsequent injuries. This section applies to all personnel responsible for design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.

13.1 All electrical installations and modifications of existing equipment shall comply with the latest edition of the International Building Code.

13.2 All electrical personnel shall have access to the latest version of the National Electric Code. Access is available through the Electrical Safety Lead Team Supervisor.

14.0 REPORTING INJURIES AND ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

This section defines a process by which electrical hazards and injuries are reported, resolved, and eliminated. This section applies to all University personnel.




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14.1 All electrical incidents resulting in physical injury shall be reported by completing a University injury/illness report. This can be obtained from the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor or EH&S.

14.2 Electrical incidents involving physical injury or property damage shall be reviewed to determine if program enhancements are required. The Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor shall review the electrical incidents regularly.

14.3 Electrical hazard concerns shall be reported to your supervisor and documented, including corrective action plans. Electrical hazard concerns greater than 600 Volts shall be reported to the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor for review.

15. REQUIREMENTS FOR PROCUREMENT OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. MATERIALS, TOOLS, AND APPLIANCES.

The purpose of this section is to provide a process to identify and control electrical equipment, material and appliance purchases. The scope of this section is to assure electrical equipment, material, appliances and tools installed or on site are manufactured to recognized industry standards.

15.1 All electrical equipment, test instruments, materials, appliances and tools shall be UL listed or its equivalent.

15.2 Other non-appliance type manufactured devices that are not UL Listed, but are built according to recognized industry standards (NEMA, ANSI, EIC, etc.) will be considered acceptable for use.

15.3 Electrical connections required for appliances or other equipment shall be designed by qualified personnel trained in design of electrical power systems.

16.0 TRAINING

The purpose of this section is to establish a continuous training schedule and to outline the types of training required by personnel with varying job assignments. This section applies to all University personnel. Types of training required, training frequency, documentation, and extent of training are defined. The frequency of refresher training may be more often, if a need is identified by the annual self-assessment or other indicators. See Appendix J.




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16.1 All electrical safety training programs and instructors shall be approved by EH&S and the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor.

16.2 All training shall be documented and training records made available for audits and self-assessments. Attendance records shall be kept with sign-in sheets showing the name of attendees, date, instructor, and type of training. These records shall be sent to EH&S and will be stored in the EH&S training records database.

16.3 The level of training personnel receive shall be dependent upon their exposure to the hazards and the types of tasks they perform. Personnel shall receive initial training and then refresher training as defined in Appendix J.

Following is the training topic requirements for Awareness level electrical safety training:

16.3.1 Electrical Safety Program Purpose, Scope and Responsibilities 16.3.2 General Rules 16.3.3 Reporting Injuries and Electrical Hazards 16.3.4 Safe Work Practices -All persons working in areas with electrical equipment and

parts shall receive training on safe work practices based upon the extent of their involvement. Affected and other persons shall be trained on electrical safety awareness; all other personnel groups shall receive training based upon the extent of their involvement.

16.3.5 Personal Protective Equipment -All persons working in areas with electrical equipment and parts will receive training on PPE.

16.3.6 Electrical Equipment, Material, and Appliance Purchasing Approval – All personnel who purchase electrical equipment, materials, appliances and tools shall be trained on the compliance program for these purchases.

16.4 Qualified Person. In addition to the topics covered in Awareness training, a qualified person shall be trained and knowledgeable of the construction and operation of equipment or a specific work method and be trained to recognize and avoid the electrical hazards that might be present with respect to that equipment or work method. Each qualified person shall attend Qualified & Authorized Electrical Safety training, and shall receive refresher training at least annually.

16.4.1 Such persons shall also be familiar with the proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, including arc-flash, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools and test equipment. A person can be considered qualified with respect to certain equipment and methods but still be unqualified for others.




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16.4.2 Such persons permitted to work within the Limited Approach Boundary of exposed energized electrical conductors and circuit parts operating at 50 volts or more shall, at a minimum, be additionally trained in all of the following: (1) The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed energized electrical

conductors and circuit parts from other parts of electrical equipment. (2) The skills and techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of exposed

energized electrical conductors and circuit parts. (3) The approach distances specified in Appendix E and the corresponding voltages

to which the qualified person will be exposed. (4) The decision-making process necessary to determine the degree and extent of the

hazard and the personal protective equipment and job planning necessary to perform the task.

16.4.3 High Voltage Safety -All individuals exposed to high voltage electrical hazards must be educated in the recognition of electrical hazards to prevent injury and equipment damage.

16.4.4 Electrical Preventive Maintenance -Individuals responsible for the maintenance and installation of existing or new equipment shall be trained. The extent of the training depends upon the type of involvement.

16.4.5 Code Compliance and Inspection -All personnel responsible for design, installation or maintenance of electrical systems shall be trained in the requirements of the National Electric Code.

16.4.6 An employee who is undergoing on-the-job training and who, in the course of such training, has demonstrated an ability to perform duties safely at his or her level of training and who is under the direct supervision of a qualified person shall be considered to be a qualified person for the performance of those duties.

16.4.7 Employees shall be trained to select an appropriate voltage detector and shall demonstrate how to use a device to verify the absence of voltage, including interpreting indications provided by the device. The training shall include information that enables the employee to understand all limitations of each specific voltage detector that may be used.

16.5 Retraining. An employee shall receive additional training (or retraining) under any of the

following conditions: 16.5.1 If the supervision or annual inspections indicate that the employee is not complying

with the safety-related work practices 16.5.2 If new technology, new types of equipment, or changes in procedures necessitate the

use of safety-related work practices that are different from those that the employee would normally use.

16.5.3 If he or she must employ safety-related work practices that are not normally used during his or her regular job duties.




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17.0 RECORDS AND DOCUMENT CONTROL

Environmental Health & Safety will hold and maintain all electrical safety training records.




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18.0 DEFINITIONS

Affected Personnel. (Affected Person) Any unqualified person (employee, visitor, or contractor).

Appliance Equipment. Generally other than industrial, normally built in standardized sizes or types that is installed or connected as a unit to perform one or more functions such as coffee pots and warming ovens.

Approved Instructor. An individual recognized by training, experience, education or credentials possessing the skills and techniques necessary to provide a good command of the subject matter and competent instructional skills, and has been granted approval from EH&S and the Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor.

Arc Flash Hazard. The force and heat produced by an electric arc that damages and destroys human tissue.

Arc Flash Hazard Analysis. Arc flash hazard analysis shall determine the Flash Protection Boundary and the personal protective equipment that people within the FPB shall use.

Arc Flash Hazard Boundary. The distance from an arc flash hazard source to a calculated safe working distance to prevent a second degree burn when wearing secondary clothing.

Arc Flash Protection Boundary. For systems that are 600 volts or less, the Flash Protection Boundary shall be 4.0 feet. At voltage levels above 600 volts, the Flash Protection Boundary is the distance at which the incident energy equals 5 J/cm2 (1.2 cal/cm2).

Arc Incident Energy. The energy, measured in calories per square centimeter, that a surface will receive if an arc flash occurs. A second degree burn starts at 1.2 cal/cm2.

Arc Rating. The maximum incident energy resistance demonstrated by a material (or a layered system of materials) prior to breakopen or at the onset of a second-degree skin burn. Arc rating is normally expressed in cal/cm2.

Authority Having Jurisdiction. (AHJ) An individual or group responsible for the interpretation or enforcement of specific documents or codes (National Electric Code).

Authorized Personnel. (Authorized Person) A person trained and assigned the authority and responsibility to perform a specific task.

Close Proximity. Close enough to reach, fall into, or otherwise accidentally contact a voltage source.




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Electrical Safety Lead Supervisor. The person responsible for the creation, implementation and maintenance of the Villanova University Electrical Safety program.

Electrical Arc. A projection of energy when a phase-to-ground, or phase-to-phase, fault occurs.

Electrical Preventative Maintenance (EPM). Program to inspect and test to insure electrical hazard-free operation of equipment.

Exposed (as applied to live parts). Capable of being inadvertently touched or approached nearer than a safe distance by a person. It is applied to parts not suitably guarded, isolated, or insulated.

Ground. The ground grid, also known as the grounding electrode conductor system.

High Voltage. For the purpose of this program, high voltage means greater than 600 volts.

High Voltage Designee. A qualified person assigned by the location manager to take on the responsibilities enforcing the requirements of high voltage on the manager’s behalf.

High Voltage Qualified Personnel. (High Voltage Qualified Person) A person recognized by location management as knowledgeable, trained and experienced in the construction, maintenance and operation of high voltage equipment. A qualified person shall know the hazards involved, the applicable safety related work practices and have received specific safety training.

Insulated. Separated from other conducting surfaces by a dielectric offering a high resistance to the passage of current. Note: When an object is said to be insulated, it is understood to be insulated for the conditions to which it is normally subject. Otherwise, it is to be considered uninsulated.

Limited Approach Boundary. An approach limit at a distance from an exposed live part within which a shock hazard exists.

Listed. Listed, labeled, recognized or certified by any world testing authority (UL, IEC, CEU).

Major Modifications. Modifications to equipment that are beyond routine maintenance and repairs.

Mechanical Inspection. Mechanical tests involve observation of the mechanical operation of equipment not requiring electrical stimulation, such as manual operation of breaker trip and close functions. It may include tightening of hardware, cleaning, and lubrication, Infrared or ultrasonic inspections.

Personnel. Generic term designating employees and on-site contractors.




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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Equipment designed to provide personal protection from hazardous conditions.

Primary Clothing. Garments you wear over your normal clothing. Primary clothing provides the primary protection from the hazards encountered in your work environment.

Prohibited Approach Boundary. An approach limit at a distance from an exposed live part within which work is considered the same as making contact with the live part.

Qualified Personnel (Qualified Person). A person recognized by management as knowledgeable, trained and experienced in the construction, maintenance and operation of electrical equipment. A qualified person shall know the hazards involved, the applicable safety related work practices and has received specific training.

Restricted Approach Boundary. An approach limit at an distance from an exposed live part within which there is an increased risk of shock, due to electrical arc over combined with inadvertent movement, for personnel work in close proximity to the live part.

Secondary Clothing. Commonly called “street clothing.” Secondary clothing includes your shirt, pants and undergarments, and provides a second layer of protection under your primary clothing.

Visual Inspection. Qualitative observation of physical characteristics, including cleanliness, physical integrity, evidence of overheating, lubrication, etc.

19. REFERENCES

29 CFR 1910 Subpart S National Electric Code (NEC) NFPA 70E


Policy and Procedure Manual Subject: Electrical Safe Work Practices

VU-Reserved Appendix A

General Categories of Electrical Hazards

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There are three general categories of electrical hazards: electrical shock, arc-flash, and arc-blast. Electric Shock Approximately 30,000 nonfatal electrical shock accidents occur each year. The National Safety Council estimates that about 1000 fatalities each year are due to electrocution, more than half of them while servicing energized systems of less than 600 volts. Electrocution is the fourth leading cause of industrial fatalities, after traffic, homicide, and construction accidents. The current required to light a 7 ½ watt, 120 volt lamp, if passed across the chest, is enough to cause a fatality. The most damaging paths through the body are through the lungs, heart, and brain. Arc-Flash When an electric current passes through air between ungrounded conductors or between ungrounded conductors and grounded conductors, the temperatures can reach 35,000°F. Exposure to these extreme temperatures both burns the skin directly and causes ignition of clothing, which adds to the burn injury. The majority of hospital admissions due to electrical accidents are from arc-flash burns, not from shocks. Each year more than 2000 people are admitted to burn centers with severe arc-flash burns. Arc-flashes can and do kill at distances of 3 m (10 ft). Arc-Blast The tremendous temperatures of the arc cause the explosive expansion of both the surrounding air and the metal in the arc path. For example, copper expands by a factor of 67,000 times when it turns from a solid to a vapor. The danger associated with this expansion is one of high pressures, sound, and shrapnel. The high pressures can easily exceed hundreds or even thousands of pounds per square foot, knocking workers off ladders, rupturing eardrums, and collapsing lungs. The sounds associated with these pressures can exceed 160 dB. Finally, material and molten metal is expelled away from the arc at speeds exceeding 1600 km/hr (700 mph), fast enough for shrapnel to completely penetrate the human body.




Appendix B Hazard Evaluation Flow Chart

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Appendix B – Hazard Evaluation Flow Chart




Appendix C Job Briefing Form

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Identify □ The hazards □ The voltage levels involved □ Skills required □ Any “foreign” (secondary) voltage source □ Any unusual work conditions □ Number of people needed to do the job □ The shock protection boundaries □ The available incident energy □ Potential for arc flash (Conduct an arc flash-hazard analysis) □ Arc flash protection boundary Ask □ Can the equipment be de-energized? □ Are back feeds of the circuits to be worked on possible? □ Is a “standby person” required?” Check □ Job plans □ Single-line diagrams and engineering drawings □ Status board □ Information on plant resources is up to date □ Safety procedures □ Individuals are familiar with the job site Know □ What the job is □ Who else needs to know – Communicate! □ Who’s in charge




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Think □ About the unexpected event . . . What if? □ Lock-Tag-Test-Try □ Test for voltage – FIRST □ Use the right tools and equipment, including PPE □ Install and remove grounds □ Install barriers and barricades □ What else . . . ? Prepare for an emergency □ Is the standby person CPR trained? □ Is the required emergency equipment available? Where is it? □ Where is the nearest telephone and are the emergency numbers known? □ Where is the fire alarm? □ Is confined space rescue required? □ What is the exact work location? □ How is the equipment shut off in an emergency? □ Are the emergency telephone numbers known? □ Are radio communications available?




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Table S-1

Minimum Depth of Clear Working Space at Electric Equipment, 600 V or Less

Nominal voltage to ground

Minimum clear distance for condition

Note 1 Note 2 Note 3 m ft m ft m ft

0-150 0.9* 3.0* 0.9* 3.0* 0.9 3.0 151-600 0.9* 3.0* 1.0 3.5 1.2 4.0

Notes:

1. Exposed live parts on one side and no live or grounded parts on the other side of the working space, or exposed live parts on both sides effectively guarded by suitable wood or other insulating material. Insulated wire or insulated bus bars operating at not over 300 volts are not considered live parts.

2. Exposed live parts on one side and grounded parts on the other side. 3. Exposed live parts on both sides of the work space (not guarded as required by Note 1) with

the operator between. 4. Working space is not required in back of assemblies such as dead-front switchboards or motor

control centers where there are no renewable or adjustable parts (such as fuses or switches) on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. Where rear access is required to work on de-energized parts on back or enclosed equipment, a minimum working space of 762 mm (30 in.) horizontally shall be provided.

*Minimum clear distances may be 0.7 m (2.5 ft) for installations built before April 16, 1981.




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Table S-2

Minimum Depth of Clear Working Space at Electric Equipment, Over 600 V

Nominal voltage to ground

Minimum clear distance for condition

Note 1 Note 2 Note 3 m ft m ft m ft

601-2500 V 0.9 3.0 1.2 4.0 1.5 5.0 2501-9000 V 1.2 4.0 1.5 5.0 1.8 6.0 9001 V-25 kV 1.5 5.0 1.8 6.0 2.8 9.0 Over 25-75kV* 1.8 6.0 2.5 8.0 3.0 10.0 Above 75 kV* 2.5 8.0 3.0 10.0 3.7 12.0

Notes: 1. Exposed live parts on one side and no live or grounded parts on the other side of the

working space, or exposed live parts on both sides effectively guarded by suitable wood or other insulating material. Insulated wire or insulated bus bars operating at not over 300 volts are not considered live parts.

2. Exposed live parts on one side and grounded parts on the other side. Concrete, brick, and tile walls are considered as grounded surfaces.

3. Exposed live parts on both sides of the work space (not guarded as required by Note 1) with the operator between.

4. Working space is not required in back of equipment such as dead-front switchboards or control assemblies that has no renewable or adjustable parts (such as fuses or switches) on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. Where rear access is required to work on the de-energized parts on the back of enclosed equipment, a minimum working space 762 mm (30 in.) horizontally shall be provided.

*Minimum depth of clear working space in front of electric equipment with a nominal voltage to ground above 25,000 volts may be the same as that for 25,000 volts under 1, 2, and 3 for installations built before April 16, 1981.




Appendix E Approach Boundaries for Energized Electrical Conductors

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All dimensions are distance from energized electrical conductor or circuit part to employee.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

Limited Approach Boundary (Note 2) Nominal System

Voltage Range, Phase to Phase

(Note 3)

Exposed Movable Conductor

(Note 4)

Exposed Fixed Circuit

Part

Restricted Approach

Boundary Includes Inadvertent movement

Adder (Note 2)

Prohibited Approach Boundary (Note 2)

Less than 50 Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified

50 to 300 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.07 m (3 ft 6 in.) Avoid contact Avoid Contact

301 to 750 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.07 m (3 ft 6 in.) 304.8 mm (1 ft 0 in.) 25.4 mm (0 ft 1 in.)

751 to 15 kV 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.53 m (5 ft 0 in.) 660.4 mm(2 ft 2 in.) 177.8 mm (0 ft 7in.)

15.1 kV to 36 kV 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in.) 787.4 mm (2 ft 7 in.) 254 mm (0 ft 10 in.)

36.1 kV to 46 kV 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.44 m (8 ft 0 in.) 838.2 mm (2 ft 9 in.) 431.8 mm (1 ft 5 in.)

46.1 kV to 72.5 kV 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.44 m (8 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 3 in.) 660 mm (2 ft 2 in.)

72.6 kV to 121 kV 3.25 m (10 ft 8 in.) 2.44 m (8 ft 0 in.) 1.29 m (3 ft 4 in.) 838 mm (2 ft 9 in.)

138 kV to 145 kV 3.36 m (11 ft 0 in.) 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.15 m (3 ft 10 in.) 1.02 m (3 ft 4 in.)






Notes: 1. For Arc Flash Protection Boundary, see definitions, Section 18.0. 2. See definition in Section 18.0 for elaboration. 3. For single-phase systems, select the range that is equal to the system’s maximum phase-to-

ground voltage multiplied by 1.732. 4. A condition in which the distance between the conductor and a person is not under the control

of the person. The term is normally applied to overhead line conductors supported by poles.



Subject: Electrical Safe Work Practices Appendix F

Default Electrical Arc Flash Boundaries

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Electrical System Voltage Phase to Phase

Electric Arc Flash Boundary

Volts Feet Meters 50 – 600 6.0 2.0 601 – 999 8.0 2.6 1000 – 15,000 14.0 4.3 15,001 – 36,000 16.0 5.0 36,001 – 46,000 20.0 6.0 For voltages above 46 KV, calculate the Electric Arc Flash Hazard Boundary. RESERVED




Appendix G Protective Clothing Characteristics

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Hazard/Risk Category Clothing Description

Required Minimum Arc Rating of PPE

[J/cm2(cal/cm2)]

0

Non-melting, flammable materials (i.e., untreated cotton, wool, rayon, or silk, or blends of these materials) with a fabric weight at least 4.5 oz/yd2.

N/A

1 Arc-rated FR shirt and FR pants or FR coverall

16.74 (4)

2 Arc-rated FR shirt and FR pants or FR coverall

33.47 (8)

3

Arc-rated FR shirt and pants or FR coverall, and arc flash suit selected so that the system arc rating meets the required minimum

104.6 (25)

4

Arc-rated FR shirt and pants or FR coverall, and arc flash suit selected so that the system arc rating meets the required minimum

167.36 (40)

Note: Arc rating is defined in Section 18 and can be either ATPV or EBT. ATPV is defined in ASTM F 1959, Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc Thermal Performance Value of Materials for Clothing, as the incident energy on a material or a multilayer system of materials that results in a 50% probability that sufficient heat transfer through the tested specimen is predicted to cause the onset of a second-degree skin burn injury based on the Stoll curve, cal/cm2. EBT is defined in ASTM F 1959 as the incident energy on a material or material system that results in a 50% probability of breakopen. Arc rating is reported as either ATPV or EBT, whichever is the lower value.




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Hazard/Risk Category 0 Protective Clothing and PPE Protective Clothing, Non-melting (as defined in Appendix G) or untreated Natural Fiber

Shirt (long sleeve) Pants (long)

FR Protective Equipment Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts) Leather gloves (AN) (Note 2)

Hazard/Risk Category 1 FR Clothing, Minimum Arc Rating of 4 (Note 1) Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt (Note 3)

Arc-rated pants (Note 3) Arc-rated coverall (Note 4) Arc-rated face shield or arc flash suit hood (Note 7) Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)

FR Protective Equipment Hard hat Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts) Leather gloves (Note 2) Leather work shoes (AN)

Hazard/Risk Category 2 FR Clothing, Minimum Arc Rating of 8 (Note 1) Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt (Note 5)

Arc-rated pants (Note 5) Arc-rated coverall (Note 6) Arc-rated face shield or arc flash suit hood (Note 7) Arc rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)

FR Protective Equipment Hard hat Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts) Leather gloves (Note 2) Leather work shoes

Hazard/Risk Category 3 FR Clothing, Minimum Arc Rating of 25 (Note 1) Arc-rated long sleeve shirt (AR) (Note 8)

Arc-rated pants (AR) (Note 8) Arc-rated coverall (AR) (Note 8) Arc-rated flash suit jacket (AR) (Note 8) Arc-rated arc flash suit hood (Note 8) Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)

FR Protective Equipment Hard hat, FR hard hat liner (AR) Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts) Arc-rated gloves (Note 2) Leather work shoes




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Hazard/Risk Category 4 FR Clothing, Minimum Arc Rating of 40 (Note 1) Arc-rated long-sleeve shirts (AR) (Note 9)

Arc-rated pants (AR) (Note 9) Arc-rated coverall (AR) (Note 9) Arc-rated arc flash suit pants (AR) (Note 9) Arc-rated arch flash suit hood (Note 9) Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)

FR Protective Equipment Hard hat, FR hard hat liner (AR) Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR) Hearting protection (ear canal inserts) Arc-rated gloves (Note 2) Leather work shoes

Use Code: AN=As Needed (optional), AR=As Required, SR=Selection Required. Notes: See Appendix G. 1. Arc rating for a garment or system of garments is expressed in

cal/cm2. 2. If rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors are required

additional leather or arc-rated gloves are not required. The combination of rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors satisfies the arc flash protection requirement.

3. The FR shirt and pants used for Hazard/Risk Category 1 shall have a minimum arc rating of 4.

4. Alternate is to use FR coveralls (minimum arc rating of 4) instead of FR shirt and FR pants.

5. FR shirt and FR pants used for Hazard/Risk Category 2 shall have a minimum arc rating of 8.

6. Alternate is to use FR coveralls (minimum arc rating of 8) instead of FR shirt and FR pants.

7. A face shield with a minimum arc rating of 4 for Hazard/Risk Category 1 or a minimum arc rating of 8 for Hazard/Risk Category 2, with wrap-around guarding to protect not only the face, but also the forehead, ears, and neck (or, alternatively, an arc-rated arc flash suit hood), is required.

8. An alternate is to use a total FR clothing system and hood, which shall have a minimum arc rating of 25 for Hazard/Risk Category 3.

9. The total clothing system consisting of FR shirt and pants and/or FR coveralls and/or arc flash coat and pants and hood shall have a minimum arc rating of 40 for Hazard/Risk Category 4.

10. Alternate is to use a face shield with a minimum arc rating of 8 and a balaclava (sock hood) with a minimum arc rating of 8 and which covers the face, head and neck except for the eye and nose areas.




Appendix I Task Hazard Category Classifications

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Tasks Performed on Energized Equipment Hazard/Risk Category

Rubber Insulating

Gloves

Insulated and

Insulating Hand Tools

Panel boards or Other Equipment Rated 240 V and Below – Note 1

Perform infrared thermography and other non-contact inspections outside the restricted approach boundary 0 N N

Circuit breaker (CB) or fused switch operation with covers on 0 N N CB or fused switch operation with covers off 0 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 1 Y Y

Remove/install CBs or fused switches 1 Y Y Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 1 N N

Opening hinged covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 0 N N

Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of utilization equipment fed directly by a branch circuit of the panelboard

1 Y Y

Panelboards or Switchboards Rate >240V and up to 600 V(with molded case or insulted case circuit breakers) – Note 1


CB or fused switch operation with covers on 0 N N CB or fused switch operation with covers off 1 Y Y Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing. 2* Y Y

Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of utilization equipment fed directly by a branch circuit of the panelboard or switchboard

2* Y Y

600 V Class Motor Control Centers (MCCs) – Note 2 (except as indicated)

Perform infrared thermography and other non-contact inspections outside the restricted approach boundary. 1 N N

CB or fused switch or starter operation with enclosure doors closed 0 N N Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch 0 N N CB or fused switch or starter operation with enclosure door open 1 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 2* Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts 120 V or below, exposed 0 Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts > 120 V, exposed 2* Y Y





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Rubber Insulating

Gloves

Insulated and


Insertion or removal of individual starter “buckets” from MCC – Note 3 4 Y Y

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 2* Y N Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) – Note 3 4 N N

Opening hinged covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) – Note 3 1 N N

Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of utilization equipment fed directly by a branch circuit of the motor control center

2* Y Y

600 V Class Switchgear (with power circuit breakers or fused switches) – Note 4


CB or fused switch operation with enclosure doors closed 0 N N Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch 0 N N CB or fused switch operation with enclosure doors open 1 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 2* Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts 120V or below, exposed. 0 Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts >120 V, exposed 2* Y Y

Insertion or removal (racking) of CBs from cubicles, doors open or closed 4 N N

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 2* Y N Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 4 N N


Other 600 V Class (277 V through 600 V, nominal) Equipment – Note 2 (except as indicated)

Lighting or small power transformers (600 V, maximum) Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 2* N N


Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 2* Y Y

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 2* Y N





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Rubber Insulating

Gloves

Insulated and


Revenue meters (kW-hour, at primary voltage and current) Insertion or removal 2* Y N

Cable trough or tray cover removal or installation 1 N N Miscellaneous equipment cover removal or installation 1 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 2* Y Y

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 2* Y N Insertion or removal of plug-in devices into or from busways 2* Y N NEMA E2 (fused contractor) Motor Starters, 2.3 kV Through 7.2 kV


Contactor operation with enclosure doors closed 0 N N Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch 0 N N Contactor operation with enclosure doors open 2* N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 4 Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts 120V or below, exposed 0 Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts > 120V, exposed 3 Y Y

Insertion or removal (racking) of starters from cubicles, doors open or closed 4 N N

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 3 Y N Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 4 N N


Insertion or removal (racking) of starters from cubicles of arc-resistant construction, tested in accordance with IEEE C37.20.7 0 N N

Metal Clad Switchgear, 1 kV Through 38 kV Perform infrared thermography and other non-contact inspections outside the restricted approach boundary 3 N N

CB operation with enclosure doors closed 2 N N Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch 0 N N CB operation with enclosure doors open 4 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 4 Y Y

Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts 120V or below, exposed 2 Y Y





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Rubber Insulating

Gloves

Insulated and


Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts > 120 V, exposed 4 Y Y

Insertion or removal (racking) of CBs from cubicles, doors open or closed 4 N N

Application of safety grounds, after voltage test 4 Y N Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 4 N N


Opening voltage transformer or control power transformer compartments 4 N N

Arc-Resistant Switchgear Type 1 or 2 (for clearing times of <0.5 sec with a perspective fault current not to exceed the arc resistant rating of the equipment)

CB operation with enclosure door closed 0 N N Insertion or removal (racking) of CBs from cubicles, doors closed 0 N N Insertion or removal of CBs from cubicles with door open 4 N N Work on control circuits with energized electrical conductors and circuit parts 120V or below, exposed 2 Y Y

Insertion or removal (racking) of ground and test device with door closed 0 N N

Insertion or removal (racking) of voltage transformers on or off the bus door closed 0 N N

Other Equipment 1 kV through 38kV Metal-enclosed interrupter switchgear, fused or unfused

Switch operation of arc-resistant-type construction, tested in accordance with IEEE C37.20.7, doors closed only 0 N N

Switch operation, doors closed 2 N N Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing 4 Y Y

Removal of bolted covers (to exposed bare, energized electrical conductors and circuit parts) 4 N N


Outdoor disconnect switch operation (hookstick operated) 3 Y Y Outdoor disconnect switch operation (gang-operated, from grade) 2 Y N

Insulated cable examination, in manhole or other confined space 4 Y N Insulted cable examination, in open area 2 Y N





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General Notes (applicable to the entire table): a) Rubber insulting gloves are gloves rated for the maximum line-to-

line voltage upon which work will be done. b) Insulated and insulating hand tools are tools rated and tested for

the maximum line-to-line voltage upon which work will be done, and are manufactured and tested in accordance with ASTM F 1505, Standard Specification for Insulted and Insulting Hand Tools.

c) Y=yes (required), N=no (not required). d) For systems rated less than 1000 volts, the fault currents and

upstream protective device clearing times are based on an 18 in. working distance.

e) For systems rated 1kV and greater, the Hazard/Risk Categories are based on a 36 in. working distance.

f) For equipment protected by upstream current limiting fuses with arcing fault current in their current limiting range (1/2 cycle fault clearing time or less), the hazard/risk category required may be reduced by one number.

2* means that a double-layer switching hood and hearing protection are required for this task in addition to the other Hazard/Risk Category 2 requirements listed in Appendix H. Specific Notes (as referenced in the table): 1. Maximum of 25 kA short circuit current available; maximum of

0.03 sec (2 cycle) fault clearing time. 2. Maximum of 65 kA short circuit current available; maximum of

0.03 sec (2 cycle) fault clearing time. 3. Maximum of 42kA short circuit current available; maximum of

0.33 sec (20 cycle) fault clearing time. 4. Maximum of 35 kA short circuit current available; maximum of

0.5 sec (30 cycle) fault clearing time.




Appendix J Electrical Safety Training Matrix

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Training Requirement Competency Assessment Target Personnel Frequency

Basic Electrical Safety Awareness

Capable of recognizing the Electrical Safety Program purpose, scope & responsibilities.

FMO Supervisors Procurement Staff

Time of employment,

every three years thereafter.

Project Engineers EH&S Staff

Assoc. Dean – Science – Mendel Hall

Director of Facilities – VU Law School

Basic Electrical Safety Awareness plus Authorized & Qualified Employee Training

Employees who work directly with electrical systems from 50 to 240 volts, but are not authorized to work on energized circuits.

Plumber General Maintenance

Painter Carpenter

Assistant Engineer Boiler Operator

Time of employment, annually thereafter.

Basic Electrical Safety Awareness plus high voltage authorized and qualified employee training

Employees who work directly with electrical systems from 50 to 600 volts and are authorized to work on energized circuits.

HVAC Controls Specialist

Electrician

Time of employment, annually thereafter and

periodically depending on the assigned task.




Appendix K Energized Work Permit

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PART I. TO BE COMPLETED BY THE REQUESTER: 1) Description of Circuit/Equipment/Location/Service Request No. 2) Description of work to be done: 3) Justification of why the circuit/equipment cannot be de-energized or the work deferred until the next

scheduled outage: Requester/Title Date PART II: TO BE COMPLETED BY THE ELECTRICALLY QUALIFIED PERSONS DOING THE WORK: Check when 1) Detailed job description procedure to be used in performing the above detailed work: complete 2) Description of the Safe Work Practices to be employed: 3) RESERVED 4) Determination of Shock Protection Boundaries: 5) RESERVED 6) Determination of the Arc Flash Protection Boundary: 7) Necessary personal protective equipment to safely perform the assigned task:




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8) Means employed to restrict the access of unqualified persons from the work area: 9) Evidence of completion of a Job Briefing, incl. discussion of job-related hazards: 10) Do you agree the above described work can be done safely? Yes No if no return to requester PART III: APPROVAL(S) TO PERFORM THE WORK WHILE ELECTRICALLY ENERGIZED: Director of Maintenance Director of Environmental Health & Safety Date Date

Note: Once the work is complete, forward this form to EH&S, Stone Hall




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