When working with electricity there is always a risk of hazard as workers become exposed to hazards because job sites can be surrounded by tools and materials, fast-paced, and often exposed to the weather. This can cause serious injury and, in some cases, deaths. Precautions can be taken to prevent this from happening in the workplace. As part of your health and safety training programme, one precaution is displaying suitable electrical safety signs around the workplace, warning workers of the risks and dangers of operating equipment and appliances. These signs are aimed to avoid hazards which include:
- Coming into any contact with an electrical voltage can cause a current flow through your whole body, resulting in an electric shock or burns.
- Fires can occur from faulty electrical equipment or their inappropriate use.
- The risk of explosions.
Our electrical safety signs can highlight the dangers to prevent needless accidents occurring, and warn workers, visitors and the general public of electricity risks. By displaying these signs, lives can be saved. Label Source supply a range of signs and labels that comply with the BS 7671 wiring regulations for low voltage electrical installations. The standard is based on IEC 60364, and the 17th edition came into effect in 2008. This regulation covers inspection and testing of electrical safety of electrical works. All new industrial, commercial and domestic installations have to be to this standard.
These electrical warning signs must be displayed in and around the workplace to prevent, accidents which can lead to fatalities. Protect your employees in the workplace!
