Electrical Equipment Risk Assessment

Activity

The risk assessment covers the use of mains voltage bench-mounted and portable equipment and work on the fixed installation, including testing and maintenance. It may not be adequate for high-voltage equipment (eg equipment operating from >1000V ac), equipment intended for use in flammable atmospheres and that intended for medical applications.

Hazard and Risk

The hazards arising from the use of electrical equipment are:

• shock by direct or indirect contact with a live or charged conductor