Other important safety tips to help avoid injuries include:
• Identify the electric shock and arc flash hazards, as well as others that may be present.
• Use the right tools for the job.
• Isolate equipment from energy sources.
• Test every circuit and every conductor every time before you touch it.
• Work on electrical equipment and conductors only when de-energized.
• Lock out/tag out and ground before working on equipment.
• Treat de-energized electrical equipment and conductors as energized until lockout/tag out, test, and ground procedures are implemented.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment and use insulated tools in areas where there are possible electrical hazards.
Adherence to these basic safety tips will help avoid serious – or even life-threatening – injuries while working with electrical equipment.