Electrical insulation

Hazards

• Nonconductive material surrounding or separating energized parts to prevent unintended current paths.

Controls

• Inspect for cuts, heat, moisture, contamination, aging, and rating before use; remove damaged equipment from service.

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

Inspect for cuts, heat, moisture, contamination, aging, and rating before use; remove damaged equipment from service.

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