Electrical..

Hazards

There is an extensive list of hazards when it comes to electrical equipment, a few of these are:

- Electric shock due to contact with an electrical appliance made 'live' after liquid has been spilt over it


- Overloading power circuit by plugging too many appliances into the same socket
- Cables or leads located in trafficable area



Possible injuries

The possible injuries from these hazards include the following:
- Electrocution
- Trips
- Death

Minimze risk

To minimze risk of injury the employee and employer should:
- Where leads and cables must be located in trafficable areas, secure appropriately to protect them from damage and to prevent tripping (e.g. using tape)

- If additional appliances are needed permanently, have a larger power socket installed by a competent person
- Ensure appliances are not connected near sources of water