Safety
Attachment plug
The cord-end device whose contacts connect equipment conductors to a compatible receptacle.
Hazards
- The cord-end device whose contacts connect equipment conductors to a compatible receptacle.
Controls
- Match configuration and rating, inspect blades and strain relief, and disconnect by the plug rather than the cable.
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
Match configuration and rating, inspect blades and strain relief, and disconnect by the plug rather than the cable.
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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