Safety
Overcurrent
Current exceeding the rated capacity of a conductor or equipment.
Hazards
- Current exceeding the rated capacity of a conductor or equipment.
Controls
- Coordinate fuses or breakers with conductor ampacity, source fault current, load behavior, and equipment ratings.
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
Coordinate fuses or breakers with conductor ampacity, source fault current, load behavior, and equipment ratings.
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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