Non-electricians face electrical hazards daily.
In this article
Lockout
When possible.
Testing
Every time.
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Wet areas
Extra care.
Cords
Inspected.
Limits
Licensed work.
A closer look
Water heaters, furnaces and disposals all involve electricity. A tester in every pocket and a habit of testing before touching saves lives.
Where to start
Give every tech a voltage tester and train on lockout.
An example
A plumber tested a water heater circuit that was mislabeled and still live. Testing prevented a shock.
Common mistakes
Trusting breaker labels, no tester and working wet.
What to track
Track training and incidents.
Questions to ask
Does every tech have a tester? Do they lock out? When do we call an electrician?
Leadership sets the tone
Owners and managers should model testing every time. If leaders skip steps to save time, technicians will too, and the risk spreads across the company.
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Frequently asked questions
What should non-electricians do before working near electricity?
Turn off and lock out power when possible, test with a proper tester, avoid wet conditions and stop when work requires a licensed electrician.