"O.S.H.A."
"O.S.H.A."
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was legislated to assure, so
far as possible, every working man and woman in the Nation, safe and healthful working
conditions and to preserve our human resources. The Act applies to business and industry
with any number of employs.
The requirements of the Electrical Code,National provide the basis of the safety
provisions of the Act. Specific references to electrical installations and electrical
wiring systems are made in the Electrical Subpart "S".
The Act is "safety oriented", which closely parallels the quality design
characteristics and industrial acceptance of product lines we carry.
We believe that we have a responsibility to assist our customers to meet the intent of the
Act. When and if changes are necessary to ensure the safety of your electrical systems, we
will assist you with proper guidance and product application information.
| O.S.H.A. Most Common Violations | |
| 01. Uncovered junction Boxes 02. Wiring showing at splices 03. Improper solvent grounding and bonding 04. Lighting swinging 05. Fire extinguisher not readily available 06. Fire extinguisher, not tested, no durable tag 07. Fire extinguisher, not mounted, not mounted properly 08. No first aid facilities 09. No toilet facilities with in 200 ft. 10. No washing facilities for personal cleanliness 11. Inadequate housekeeping 12. Misuse of compressed air for cleaning 13. No GFCI on temporary receptacles 14. No properly trained first aid personnel 15. Gas Cylinders not capped 16. Exits not identified, exit route not identified 17. Acetylene oxygen storage improper 18. Workers not guarded by shield or goggles 19. Inadequate ventilation 20. Inadequate Lighting 21. Occupational noise exposure 22. Failure to post job safety and health poster 23. Misuse of electrical cords and cables 24. Walking and working surfaces 25. Guarding floor and wall openings and holes 26. Scaffolding, no guard rails 27. Inadequate recordkeeping |
28. Failure to red tag 29. Aisles not designated 30. Aisles not cleared 31. Hand and portable power tools not grounded. 32. Improper stacking of materials 33. Absence of handrails 34. Unclean toilet facilities. 35. Grinder work rest not adjusted properly 36. Battery charging areas 37. Wheel chocks for trailers 38. Fans not guarded properly 39. Dockboards not in compliance 40. Absence of personal protective equipment 41. Machine guarding, fully enclosed 42. Lack of illumination in stairway 43. Deposit on sprinkler head 44. Broken Ladder 45. Unsecured ladder 46. Lack of signs requiring safety glasses 47. Lack of safety shoes, glasses, and hard hats 48. Dip tank, no fusible lid 49 No smoking signs, not posted 50. Ladder, no cage or wells 51. Rail Road derails not in use 52. Safety cables and stop buttons, red 53. Respirators not U.S. Bureau of mines approved. 54. Faulty cylinder storage |
Some of these violations are really far fetched, but is is very possible that one your projects may be visited by an OSHA Inspector. If this happens do not get excited or upset, do not volunteer any information, but do answer truthfully any and all the questions asked of you by the inspector.
Your Employer's Rights and Requirements:
OSHA Inspector's Rights and Requirements:
 OSHA 1910.330-335 Electrical
Safety
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OSHA Regulations
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If there is anything you would like to add or if you have any comments please feel free to email E.T.E. at http://www.elec-toolbox.com/email.htm.
