Electrical safety and common sense practices
The earthing system must never be considered a blanket insurance policy against electrical hazards, particularly when you are doing electrical wiring. These safety rules are the most essential aspect of any electrical work.
The circuit. Always Dead the circuit that you are busy. The breaker trip or remove the fuse. Padlock then the close box or post a sign on it to warn others that you are working on that circuit.
The wires. Before touching the wires, make sure that they are dead by checking with a voltage tester.
Tools. When working with electricity, plastic or rubber treated tools.
Wet floors. Never stand on a wet or damp floor while working with electricity. Instead, step on a rubber mat or dry plates.
Touch of pipes. Never touch a plumbing or gas pipelines when working with electricity.
Ladders. Avoid the use of aluminum ladders near overhead input wires.
Rubber gloves. Wear rubber gloves when working in the service box. A slip of a bare finger could put you in contact with a hot wire.
Service Panel. Make sure the Panel service is safe screwed to the wall.It can unexpectedly slip and catch you unaware.
Fuses. Never use a fuse with an amperage rating higher than that specified for the circuit.
Plugs. Always pull the plug, not the cord from a wall outlet. Teach children to do the same.
Extension cords. Avoid extension cords running through doorways or other traffic corridors or under carpets.
Grounded luminaires. Never grounded touch faucets or other fixtures while keeping an electric shaver, hair dryer, or other appliance.
GFCI outlets. When you power tools outside or on concrete floors in contact with the Earth, make sure the outlet is GFCI protected.
Voltage tester. After completing all electrical work, put the power and use a voltage tester to check your work. Buy 2 or 3 of them and keep them handy.
