Safety Tip: Electrical Safety at the Office
Individual stacks of papers have begun to merge into one, paper and foam cups lay scattered about, and you're having a hard
time finding a place to put your laptop or plug in your desk lamp. Unkempt work environments can be electrical safety hazards,
but even the tidiest office is still subject to accidents.
Electrical equipment used in the workplace can cause serious shock and burn injuries to employees if not used properly.
Remember the importance of electrical safety and practice safety procedures in the office. By implementing these simple
guidelines offered by North Carolina's Touchstone Energy cooperatives, you can significantly reduce the risk of electrical injury:
* Clean up the clutter. Messy offices can cause an increase in accidents, spills, leaks and other potential hazards.
* Keep liquid away from all equipment connected to the electricity supply and dispose of any old cups or cans that may be near
your machine. Electrically powered machines may become live to the touch after having liquid spilled on them.
* Do not use unsafe equipment or poorly maintained appliances. This means it's time to get rid of old coffee makers, radios,
lamps, space heaters and other equipment that are often brought into the office by employees. These items can often develop
electrical shorts and create fire or electrical shock. Appliances in the office must have a sticker indicating Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. (UL) approval, and employers should inspect the appliances before they can be used.
* Examine all cords on a monthly basis. If wires are showing or a cord is frayed, discard it immediately. Select the appropriate
gauge of wire to safely carry the rated load. Do not use unrated household-type cords or plug adaptors. Damaged cords are
hazardous and can create fire or shock.
* When unplugging equipment, do not pull on the cord itself. Instead pull by the plug.
* Avoid running extension cords across walkways where people are at risk to trip. If you must run cords across a walkway, use
duct tape to temporarily secure them or purchase a cord runner.
* Remember, extension cords are not to be used as permanent outlets, but if you need to use them, be sure not to put heavy
equipment, furniture or chair mats over the cords.
* Do not overload electrical circuits. Using a series of adaptors to connect additional appliances may result in an outage. Look for
alternate outlets or have an electrician install a larger power source.
* When clearing jams in office machines, do not insert fingers or metal objects into working parts. Do not open the machine while
the power is on. To be safe, call a technician to fix these types of problems.
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