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DOE-HDBK-1092-2004
4. Other work, independent of voltage, that presents a significant shock, arc flash, or arc
blast hazard to employees.
Note: The discussion in #4 above assumes the system voltage is less than the maximum use
voltage of the ASTM class of rubber goods used.
2.1.3.
SAFETY WATCH RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
The responsibilities and qualifications of personnel for sites that require the use of a safety
watch are as follows:
1. Trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR);
2. Possessing a thorough knowledge of the locations of emergency-shutdown push buttons
and power disconnects in their operations;
3. Possessing a thorough knowledge of the specific working procedures to be followed and
the work to be done;
4. Specific responsibilities include monitoring the work area for unsafe conditions or work
practices and taking necessary action to ensure abatement of the unsafe condition or
work practice, deenergizing equipment and alerting emergency-rescue personnel as
conditions warrant, maintaining visual and audible contact with personnel performing the
work, and removal of injured personnel, if possible; and
5. The safety watch should have no other duties that preclude observing and rendering aid
if necessary.
2.2
BASIC SAFEGUARDS
To protect employees from some of the electrical hazards at industrial sites, Federal regulations
limit the performance of electrical work to qualified and competent personnel. Specifically, the
law requires that only a qualified person or someone working under the direct supervision of a
qualified person may perform any repair, installation, or testing of electrical equipment. See
Section 2.8 and the definitions of "Qualified Employee" or "Qualified Person" in Appendix B.
One of the best ways to prevent electrical accidents at industrial sites is to be aware of electrical
dangers in the workplace. Once hazards have been identified, they must be pointed out and
proper steps taken by a qualified person.
The following, where used, will improve the safety of the workplace:
1. Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness.
2. Identify and control potential hazards.
3. Anticipate problems.
4. Resist pressure to "hurry up."
5. Plan and analyze for safety in each step of a project.
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