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Electrical Safety Work Practices - Differentiation with CFR 1910.147 |
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It is important to understand the distinction between OSHA
Standards 1910.331 - .399 and OSHA Standard 1910.147, Control of Hazardous Energy
(Lockout/Tagout). The lockout/tagout standard (1910.147) helps safeguard employees from hazardous energy while they are performing servicing or maintenance on machines and equipment. Standard 1910.147 covers electrical energy sources, but it specifically excludes "exposure to electrical hazards from work on, near, or with conductors or equipment in electrical utilization installations," which is covered by Subpart S, Electrical. Thus, the lockout/tagout standard does not cover electrical hazards associated with conductors, and only defines requirements for electrical machinery and equipment that are covered by this lockout standard. |
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