Managing electrical risks in the workplace
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland
This Code is intended to be read by a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU). It provides practical guidance to PCBUs on managing electrical risks in the workplace. It applies to all workplaces where a PCBU:
• has management or control of electrical equipment, including electrical installations
• carries out electrical work on or near energised electrical equipment, including electrical installations.
This Code does not apply to:
• electrical work on extra-low voltage electrical equipment, including extra-low voltage electrical installations
• electrical work on high voltage equipment after switching, isolation, short circuiting and earthing, subject to summary guidance in Chapter 9 of this Code
• the manufacture of electrical equipment
• automotive electrical work
• work that is not electrical work carried out on telephone, communication and data systems
• repair of consumer electrical equipment when unplugged from any electrical socket outlet.
‘Extra-low voltage’ means voltage that does not exceed 50 volts alternating current (50 V a.c.) or 120 volts ripple-free direct current (120 V ripple free d.c.).
Contents:
1: Introduction
2: The Risk Management Process
3: Specific Hazards And Control Measures
4: Working De-Energised
5: Isolation, Locking Off And Access
6: Energised Electrical Work
7: Working Near Energised Electrical Parts
8: Tools And Equipment
9: High Voltage Electrical Work
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Advantages And Disadvantages Of Non-Portable and Portable Safety Switches
Appendix C: Risks Associated With Electrical Work
Appendix D: Preventative Actions Checklist
