Electrical Equipment Misuse






If electrical equipment is used in ways for which it is not designed, workers can no longer depend on safety features built in by the manufacturer. This may damage equipment and cause injuries. This 1-page safety meeting topic can be used to host a safety meeting or toolbox talk to review common examples of misused electrical equipment.


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Short Version - 2 pages

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Electrical Safety Checklist

Electrical Equipment Misuse, Construction, Fast

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic that reviews the most frequent causes of electrical injuries on construction sites, why misusing electrical equipment is dangerous, and common examples of electrical equipment misuse.