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ELECTRICAL SAFETY Prepared by Ashar Al Rabie
Approved by Dr. Ayman Al Jaru
1.Purpose and Scope:
1.1 The policy provides direction for all staff to do their responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy work
environment.

2.Policy Statement:
2.1 Lab employees should have adequate knowledge of the various types of equipments used including
operation, maintenance and initial trouble shooting.
2.2 New, modified, or repaired equipment shall be checked for safe operation before being placed into
service.
2.3 Electrical safety check must be performed by manufacturer personnel.

3.Definitions: N/A

4.Procedure and Responsibility:

Precautions Required When Working With Electrical Equipment.
4.1 Ensure that hands and work surfaces are dry before touching electrical equipment or connecting cords.
4.2 Use ground fault interrupter (GFI) receptacles where equipment is located around moisture.
4.3 Use only equipment that is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug (the ground pin should never
be removed).
4.4 Examine all wiring, plugs, and extension cords for any signs of exposed wires, fraying or deteriorating
insulation. Replace if damaged or not matching specifications.
4.5 Ensure there is a sufficient amount of electrical outlets to avoid multi plug adaptor use.
4.6 In the event of a shock (even if minor) or emission of smoke or a burning smell, immediately tag the
equipment “out of order” and remove it for servicing.
4.7 Remove cords from receptacles by grasping and pulling the plug, not the cord.
4.8 Do not use extension cords through walls, doorways, ceilings and floors, as they are not substitutes for
permanent wiring.
4.9 Ensure that all cords are kept off walkway floors where they can become tripping hazards or be
damaged; protect cords by running them along perimeter walls or enclosing them in protective covers.
4.10 For all electrical equipment (including radios, kettles, etc.), check to see if they have an approved
identifier. If so, they may be used. If not, contact Engineering to arrange an inspection.
4.11 Check all electrical outlets for current, grounding and polarity at least annually.
4.12 Ground portable equipment to prevent shock.
4.13 Ensure that extension cords consist of three separate insulated wires and 3-pronged connectors in
good condition and that they are of the appropriate amperage for the purpose for which they are being
used.
4.14 Do not over-ride fuses, circuit breakers or interlock switches.

5. Tools/Attachments Documents:
3.1 Tag Sign for Equipment “Out of Order”.
6. References:
6.1 Toronto medical laboratories \ Mount Sinai hospital, http://www.mountsinai.on.ca

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Version No 1.0
Effective Date 04/2021
Review Due Date 04/2023
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY Prepared by Ashar Al Rabie
Approved by Dr. Ayman Al Jaru

AUTHOROZATION FORM
Prepared By: Signature
Name Ashar Al Rabie
Designation Quality Control Manager

Date 04-09-2014
Reviewed and Approved By: Signature
Name Dr. Ayman Al Jaru
Designation Laboratory Director

Date 28-09-2014

REVISION HISTORY
Change
Revision No. Revision Date Revised by Version No. Approved by
(Yes/No)
1.0 01-10-2016 Ashar Al Rabie 1.0 No Dr. Ayman Al Jaru

2.0 10/2018 Ashar Al Rabie 1.0 No Dr. Ayman Al Jaru

3.0 04/2021 Ashar Al Rabie 1.0 No Dr. Ayman Al Jaru

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