ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKLIST

The answer to all questions should be YES.

Trenches and excavations	Yes	No
Do all electrical fittings comply with AS3000 wiring rules?
Are all electrical fittings fitted with an earth leakage device or a residual current device?
Does the portable generator comply with AS2790?
If the supply is from a permanent outlet, is an earth leakage device fitted?





Switchboard (if applicable)	Yes	No
Is the switchboard:
- waterproof?
- lockable?
- located on site?
- securely fixed to a structure?
- does it have an isolating switch?





Power outlets	Yes	No
Are the power outlets controlled by a double pole switch?
Do the portable outlets:
- have a flexible cord rated at 10 amperes minimum?
- have overload and earth leakage (ELCB) protection?





Extension cords and fittings	Yes	No
Are all fittings wired identically so that identical phases will be selected by the pin?
Are all cords:
- supported above work areas, wet areas and passages?
- protected from mechanical damage and moisture?
- heavy duty, conforming to AS3199?





Powered machines and portable tools	Yes	No
Are the following in good condition and good working order:
- guards?
- blades?
- outer casings?
- power cords?
- on/off switch?
Does all electrical equipment carry up-to-date inspection tags?


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