Title :
Effective implementation of electrical safety regulations and standards
Author :
Jamil, Shahid ; Floyd, H. Landis ; Pace, David A.
Author_Institution :
Exxon Chem. Co., Baytown, TX, USA
Abstract :
This paper describes a model, proven effective in several companies, to convert or transform electrical safety regulations and standards into electrical safe work practices. Examples are included to illustrate how one can interpret and convert standards. This paper also details how the use of typical work examples and identifying various personal and other protective equipment for the tasks to be done could ensure compliance with the work practices and enhance electrical safety for workers and equipment
Keywords :
legislation; management; safety; standards; electrical safe work practices; electrical safety regulations; electrical safety standards; implementation guidelines; personnel safety; protective equipment; work examples; Chemicals; Companies; Costs; Electrical safety; Employment; Injuries; Law; Occupational safety; Personnel; Protection;
Conference_Titel :
Petroleum and Chemical Industry Conference, 1997. Record of Conference Papers. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Incorporated Industry Applications Society 44th Annual
Conference_Location :
Banff, Alta.
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4217-8
DOI :
10.1109/PCICON.1997.648200