SAFE WORK PROCEDURE

For
ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Content: SWP and Training Plan for Electrical Safety

Prepared by: XXXXXXX
Date of initial implementation, Version 1: DD/MM/YYYY
Current Revision No.: 1
Date current version implemented: DD/MM/YYYY
Date for next review: DD/MM/YYYY
XXXXXXX Pty Ltd | Safe Work Procedure Electrical Safety | Revision: XX | DD/MM/YYYY

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO BE UTILISED

No loose clothing or dangling jewellery, shirt tucked in and long hair tied back.
Safety Eyewear.
Safety Boots.
High visibility vest or shirt.

PERMIT/TRAINING REQUIRED
Operators must have completed a training program recognised by XXXXXXXXXX and
be authorised by XXXXXXXX to perform this procedure.

START UP PROCEDURE
Do not enter an electrical switchboard.

DO NOT OPERATE UNSAFE EQUIPMENT.

If any electrical equipment on this site is faulty or does not have a current tag; advise your
supervisor immediately.

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE
Inspect tools and leads regularly.
Have worn plugs replaced.
Return frayed and damaged leads to your supervisor.
Ensure that portable electrical equipment and leads are connected through an
approved Residual Current Device (RCD) or an approved Type 2 safety switch.
Ensure the portable safety switch is tested using the inbuilt test button immediately it is
connected to a socket outlet, and each day it is used after its connection. The switch
MAY be used if it trips immediately.
The portable safety switch and all portable appliances must be tested and tagged every
6/12/60 months by a qualified person.
It the tag is absent or out of date you must not use the appliance or lead. The faulty
appliance and/or lead must be handed to your supervisor.
Do NOT use double adaptors or piggyback plugs.
Protect leads passing through doorways.

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Keep leads and plugs dry, and out of puddles.

Do not open any electrical (fuse) boxes. If any work needs to be carried out on the fuse
box, contact your supervisor immediately.
Ensure any portable appliances are switched off before removing the plug.
Remove leads from sockets by grasping the plug and not the lead.
Do not use PVC tape to repair worn or damaged leads. Have the cord replaced.
Switch off portable appliances when not in use.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
If any appliance fails to operate, trips the safety switch or circuit breaker, smokes or
sparks, immediately unplug it and/or switch it off. Isolate the power. Advise your
supervisor immediately. Do not attempt to fix the problem or operate the appliance until
the appliance is repaired.
If the machine is hard-wired, stay with the machine and ensure that no one uses it until
relieved.

IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED IN THE TASK OR YOU ARE NOT SURE HOW TO
PERFORM THE TASK OR OPERATE THE MACHINERY, DO NOT OPERATE THE
MACHINERY AND ADVISE YOUR SUPERVISOR IMMEDIATELY.

OPERATORS STATEMENT
I have been trained in and I understand this procedure.

I will perform my tasks to the best of my ability and in accordance with this safe working
procedure.

Date: ..............................................................................................................................................
Operators Name: ..........................................................................................................................
Operators Signature: ....................................................................................................................

Witness Name: ...............................................................................................................................

Witness Signature: .........................................................................................................................

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 ELECTRICAL SAFETY THEORY ASSESSMENT

Q1. Under what circumstances may you mend, alter or anyway interfere with any electrical
installation or appliance on this site?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q2. May you enter a switch or fuse box?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q3 Must you must inspect tools and leads regularly?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q4. To whom do you return damaged leads or plugs?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q5. Is it safe to use double adapters or piggyback plugs?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q6. If the tag is absent or out of date can you use the appliance or lead?

........................................................................................................................................................

Q7. Portable safety switches must be checked every time they are connected to a socket outlet
and each day it is used after its connection.

True False
Q8. Leads and plugs are to be kept dry and out of puddles.

True False
Q9. What procedure do you follow if an electrical item fails to operate correctly?

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 The staff member has successfully answered
theoretical questions on Electrical Safety

Employee signature: ......................................................................................................................

Questioned by: ...............................................................................................................................

Position/ Qualifications: ..................................................................................................................

Date:.....................
 OBSERVATION OF ASSESSMENT

I have observed the employee . in a work situation and he/she

has demonstrated competence in the practical aspects of Electrical Safety by following the Safe
Work Procedure.

Signed: ..........................................................................................................................................
Name: .............................................................................................................................................
Position: ..........................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................

Signed: ..........................................................................................................................................
Name: .............................................................................................................................................
Position: ..........................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................

Signed: ..........................................................................................................................................
Name: .............................................................................................................................................
Position: ..........................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................
 SELF-ASSESSMENT ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING

Employee:.......................................................................................................................................
Trainer: ...........................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................

I have received training in the following and understand (please YES NO

initial):

I must wear my PPE at all times.

Change this protective equipment when it wears out or is damaged.

Carry out a pre operational check including but not limited to:
Clear work area and remove trip hazards.
Inspecting all appliances, leads and plugs.

Before use I must:

Inspect tools and leads regularly.
Have worn plugs replaced.
Return frayed and damaged leads to my supervisor.
Ensure that portable electrical equipment and leads are connected
through an approved Residual Current Device (RCD) or an
approved Type 2 safety switch.
Ensure the portable safety switch is tested using the inbuilt test
button immediately it is connected to a socket outlet, and each day
it is used after its connection. The switch MAY be used if it trips
immediately.
The portable safety switch and all portable appliances must be
tested and tagged every 6 months by an electrician.
It the tag is absent or out of date you must not use the appliance or
lead. The faulty appliance and/or lead must be handed to your
supervisor.
NOT use double adaptors or piggyback plugs.
Suspended all leads to be and not run on floors.
Protect leads passing through doorways.
Keep leads and plugs dry, and out of puddles.
Not open any electrical (fuse) boxes.
Ensure any portable appliances are switched off before removing
the plug.
Remove leads from sockets by grasping the plug and not the lead.
Switch off portable appliances when not in use.

I have had Electrical Safety procedures demonstrated to me.

I have had the opportunity to ask questions.
I am aware that I can request further training at any time.
I understand that by signing below; I agree to follow this Safe Work Procedure.

Signed: ..........................................................................................................................................
Name: .............................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................
 ATTENDANCE REGISTER ELECTRICAL SAFETY TRAINING

Trainer:............................................................................................................................................
Date: .........................................

NAME
 ELECTRICAL SAFETY THEORY ASSESSMENT - ANSWERS

Q1. Under what circumstances may you mend, alter or anyway interfere with any electrical
installation or appliance on this site?

A: Never.

Q2. May you enter a switch or fuse box?

A: No.

Q3 Must you must inspect tools and leads regularly?

A: Yes.

Q4. To whom do you return damaged leads or plugs?

A: The Supervisor.

Q5. Is it safe to use double adapters or piggyback plugs?

A: No.

Q6. If the tag is absent or out of date can you use the appliance or lead?

A: No.

Q7. Portable safety switches must be checked every time they are connected to a socket outlet
and each day it is used after its connection.

True False
Q8. Leads and plugs are to be kept dry and out of puddles.

True False
Q9. What procedure do you follow if an electrical item fails to operate correctly?

A: Immediately unplug it and/or switch it off. Isolate the power. Advise the supervisor
immediately. Do not attempt to fix the problem or operate the appliance until the
appliance is repaired.
 SAFE WORK PROCEDURE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
STARTUP PROCEDURE
Do not enter an electrical switchboard.
DO NOT OPERATE UNSAFE
EQUIPMENT. If any electrical equipment
on this site is faulty or does not have a
current tag, advise your supervisor
immediately.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
If any appliance fails to operate, trips
the safety switch or circuit breaker,
smokes or sparks, immediately unplug
it and/or switch it off. Isolate the power
and apply the lockout tag. Advise your
supervisor immediately. Do not attempt
to fix the problem or operate the
appliance until the appliance is repaired
and the tag is removed.
DO NOT OPERATE UNSAFE
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Failure to comply with the safety instructions
may result in personal injury.
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE
Inspect tools and leads regularly.
Have worn plugs replaced.
Return frayed and damaged leads to your
supervisor.
Ensure that portable electrical equipment
and leads are connected through an
approved Residual Current Device (RCD)
or an approved Type 2 safety switch.
Ensure the portable safety switch is tested
using the inbuilt test button immediately it is
connected to a socket outlet, and each day
it is used after its connection. The switch
MAY be used if it trips immediately.
The portable safety switch and all portable
appliances must be tested and tagged
every 6 months by an electrician.
It the tag is absent or out of date you must
not use the appliance or lead. The faulty
appliance and/or lead must be handed to
your supervisor.
Do NOT use double adaptors or piggyback
plugs.
All leads to be suspended and not run on
floors.
Protect leads passing through doorways
Keep leads and plugs dry, and out of
puddles.
Do not open any electrical (fuse) boxes. If
any work needs to be carried out on the
fuse box, contact your supervisor
immediately.
Ensure any portable appliances are
switched off before removing the plug.
Remove leads from sockets by grasping
the plug and not the lead.
Do not use PVC tape to repair worn or
damaged leads. Have the cord replaced.
Switch off portable appliances when not in
use.