Live Electrical Work Risk Assessment & Method Statement

Work on or near live electrical equipment requires strict isolation procedures and competent persons.

Dead working is mandatory unless live work is justified and safe systems are in place.

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Key Hazards

⚠️Electrocution
⚠️Arc flash
⚠️Burns
⚠️Fire
⚠️Explosion

Control Measures

✓Isolation and lock-off
✓Voltage testing
✓Permit to work
✓18th Edition competence
✓Arc flash PPE
✓Emergency procedures

PPE Requirements

  • 🛡️Insulated gloves
  • 🛡️Arc flash suit
  • 🛡️Face shield
  • 🛡️Safety boots
  • 🛡️Voltage detector

Legal Requirements

  • 📋Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

Step-by-Step Method

Risk assessment
Isolation procedure
Proving dead
Lock-off and tagging
Work execution
Removal of locks
Re-energization

Emergency Procedures

• Electric shock: Isolate supply, CPR if required, call 999