Safety
Ampere
The unit used to measure electric current flowing through a conductor.
Hazards
- The unit used to measure electric current flowing through a conductor.
Controls
- Determine expected current from rated loads and voltage, then size and protect every component under applicable rules.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Determine expected current from rated loads and voltage, then size and protect every component under applicable rules.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration