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    This document provides guidance on safely using electrical extension cords. It notes that extension cords are commonly used in construction and industrial sites but must be treated with respect due to safety risks. The document lists dos and don'ts for using extension cords, such as fully uncoiling cords, inspecting for damage, not overloading cords, and following manufacturer instructions. The overall message is that electrical safety precautions are necessary to prevent injury from electric shock or fire from overloading circuits.

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    This document provides guidance on safely using electrical extension cords. It notes that extension cords are commonly used in construction and industrial sites but must be treated with respect due to safety risks. The document lists dos and don'ts for using extension cords, such as fully uncoiling cords, inspecting for damage, not overloading cords, and following manufacturer instructions. The overall message is that electrical safety precautions are necessary to prevent injury from electric shock or fire from overloading circuits.

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    Electrical Extension Cords

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    This document provides guidance on safely using electrical extension cords. It notes that extension cords are commonly used in construction and industrial sites but must be treated with respect due to safety risks. The document lists dos and don'ts for using extension cords, such as fully uncoiling cords, inspecting for damage, not overloading cords, and following manufacturer instructions. The overall message is that electrical safety precautions are necessary to prevent injury from electric shock or fire from overloading circuits.

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    Revision 00
    TOOL BOX TALKS TRAINING NOTES Date
    Jan-
    2022

    ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS

    INTRODUCTION
    In construction and industrial environments electrical extension cord use is quite common.
    Temporary electrical systems such as extension cords have to be treated with respect especially in
    harsh working environments.

    WHY?
    To prevent injury: Electric shock can kill the person initially suffering the shock and others trying to
    help him if the circuit has not been isolated
    To reduce the risk of fire: Overloaded circuits are a primary cause of fires in the workplace
    To reduce losses: Electrical surges and short circuits are a major contributor to equipment
    damage.

    DO DON’T
     Fully uncoil an electrical extension cord  DON’T Route electrical extension cords through
     Make sure the tool or appliance is off prior doorway openings where they are liable to
    to attaching it to the electrical extension become trapped
    cord.  DON’T Pick up electrical equipment by its
     Plug grounded (3-wire) tools only into power lead
    grounded outlets  DON’T Work with electrical equipment in wet
     Make sure the plug is pushed all the way conditions
    in to the socket of the electrical extension  DON’T Work with visibly damaged equipment
    cord.  DON’T Remove any connection pins from the
     If you are working with someone who gets electrical extension cord or modify it in any way
    shocked, first make sure you shut down  DON’T Attempt electrical repairs unless
    the source of the current. If the victim authorised to do so
    appears to still be touching the source of
    the shock, move him or her away using  DON’T Ignore warnings relating to electrical
    something make of wood or plastic. safety
     Prior to use visually inspect cables and  DON’T overload electrical extension cords by
    leads looking for exposed wires, damaged plugging too many items or several items of a
    insulation and visual signs of overheating high amp rating.
     For appliances and equipment, follow the  DON’T Use multi-socket plug adaptors.
    manufacturer's instructions  DON’T attach one electrical extension cord to
     If in doubt contact your Line Supervisor. another.

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