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Portable Electrical Equipment
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Mind Map by
Yasir Kayani
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Portable Electrical Equipment
Hazards
unsuitable equipment
inadequate maintenace
defective apparatus
environmental conditions:
wet/damp
dust, etc
misuse/abuse
equipment checks
user checks
condition of cable - free from damage, no taped joints
plug - casing not cracked, pins not bent
outer cable sheath secured where it enters plug
external casing of equipment - free from damage
no evidence of wet or contamination
ensure test label is in date
formal visual inspection
all of the users checks, plus: remove plug cover and check fuse, check cord grip, check terminals are secure and no signs of internal damage
combined inspection and test
test using a portable appliance testing machine
frequency of maintenance
type of equipment - portable or fixed
voltage of quipment
manufacturer's/HSE recommendations
initial integrity and soundness
age
working environment
frequencny and duration of use
foreseeable abuse and/or likelihood of damage
modifications/repair history
previous maintenance history
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