Construction Sites and Electrical Hazards
On any construction site, there are plenty of different hazards. Some of the most deceptive include the electrical ones.
On any construction site, there are plenty of different hazards. Some of the most deceptive include the electrical ones. Insulation and proper safety measures, like using rubber-soled boots or other kinds of personal protective equipment, can make the most difference when it comes to keeping everyone safe.
Constant Vigilance
One of the best ways to avoid any electrical hazards is to exercise constant, unceasing vigilance. Your workers need to be as careful as possible even though they are hard at work concentrating on what they are doing. In some situations, such as standing in water, a loose wire or cable can electrocute a worker if it comes loose unexpectedly.
Written Policies
Take the time to draft, revise, and post written policies. Having written policies in place means that there are protocols and procedures in place that can be checked and rechecked anytime something should happen, whether it is an injury, accident, or another type of related incident.
Monitor Controls
Do your best to monitor the control stations. These areas must be kept safe from intruders who enter unlawfully and attempt to tamper with or vandalize your equipment. Another idea for preventing electrical is to locate where the controls are. Sometimes, this will involve using ground-penetrating radar to locate underground transformers and other elements of municipal power supply – there might be more than meets the eye! All valves, plugs, switches, plugs, and breakers must be located and kept under strict watch in case anything goes wrong. Nothing puts your workers and inspectors at risk like faulty equipment or simply human error.
Training and Equipment
Improving your training regimen and upgrading your equipment can also help clamp down on any electrical hazards. Working with concrete or demolishing buildings are already dangerous enough; without taking the proper precautions, something catastrophic could happen
Training includes learning more about the best practices for handling electrical systems since those can change over the years. Use books, posters, handouts, leaflets, and instructional films to help make these sessions more visually captivating.
The gear that you use on your site is also of tremendous import. Padlocks and clearly-marked signage also make more of a difference than you might realize at first.
Prioritize Safety with G&M Services
G&M Services is proud of our employees and the dedication they have for safety in the workplace. We reward our employees for displaying positive safety practices. We incorporate weekly and monthly discussions and meetings to ensure that all involved are aware of how to handle equipment and potential situations that could occur during a project.
G&M Services offers services in the way of concrete drilling and sawing, concrete scanning, and Firestop. To get started with us, call today at 410-787-8828 or visit our contact page. Follow the official company page today on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
