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9 June 2005 - New HSE Guidance - Electrical
Safety in Quarries
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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published new
electricity safety guidance on its website for those involved in managing quarry
sites.
The new web site area, Electrical Safety in Quarries explains
the dangers associated with electricity in quarries and also gives guidance on:
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equipment suitability
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installation
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cable management
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isolating equipment
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inspections and test
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examination frequency
Helen Turner from HSE's Quarries Group commented:
"Electrical power supply is vulnerable in quarries due to the
exposed conditions and heavy work being carried out. Ten people have suffered
electric shocks in the quarry industry since April 1998 and, though none of
these were fatal, they could have been avoided. Common causes of electric shock
and burns include buried cables being struck during excavation work, plant
vehicles damaging overhead power cables and equipment becoming exposed to the
elements. By following the often simple procedures detailed in the guidance the
risks associated with electricity in quarries can be managed."
The new guidance replaces the Approved Code of Practice (COP
35), The use of electricity in quarries which has been withdrawn with immediate
effect.
The new web site area can be accessed by clicking the following
link:
Electrical safety in quarries
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