Formal Visual Inspections
This is carried out at pre-determined intervals.
It is quite straightforward
and consists of visually inspecting the power cable, appliance and plug for
any obvious problems and the results recorded.
At this stage, it is...
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Formal Visual Inspections
This is carried out at pre-determined intervals.
It is quite straightforward
and consists of visually inspecting the power cable, appliance and plug for
any obvious problems and the results recorded.
At this stage, it is important
to open the plug and check that the wiring is sound.
According to the HSE,
this stage can result in more than 90% of potential problems being spotted.
Some examples of faults that may be observed are shown below.
Users need to be encouraged to look critically for signs of possible hazard
every time they use electrical equipment.
This can be done easily by making
everyone aware of what is considered to be bad practice.
Primary Current
Injection Test Set is one way of doing this.
It is also good practice to
introduce this as part of the induction process for new staff or at regular
staff meetings.
Testing for a failed open compressor is easy.
Pop the electrical cover for the
compressor off, and remove the wires and the therma
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