Martindale Electric has created a new video that demonstrates a safe isolation procedure from start to finish.
The visual demonstration sees Martindale safe isolation expert, Glenn Patullo, cover essential steps like correct, compliant equipment; permission and risk assessment; initial prove; confirm circuit is live, isolation and lock off; prove dead (correct test sequence) and reprove the tester.
He also explains, the importance of checking for live metalwork as an additional test.
Glenn says: “Quite simply, safe isolation saves lives. It’s one of the most fundamental and mission-critical controls in electrical safety, so always follow the procedure, use the right equipment and never assume a circuit is dead.”
Highlights of the video include an example of lockout tagout process and a full correct procedure for safe isolation. There’s also a reminder that before isolation begins, permission must be obtained from the duty holder or authorised person, and a risk assessment and method statement must be in place.
Checkout the new Safe Isolation Procedure Video here.
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