Electrical Safety - Fixed Installation Policy

INTRODUCTION

The fixed installation consists of the switchgear and electrical distribution systems throughout our premises. We recognise that electrical equipment is potentially hazardous and will identify risks to persons and reduce those risks in accordance with current safety legislation and guidance.

It is our policy to:

• Ensure that a competent electrician inspects and tests all fixed installations at the intervals recommended in current guidance and that the appropriate report is issued and retained.
• Inform employees that they must not carry out any electrical fault finding or repairs unless trained and authorised to do so.
• Ensure that all employees are informed of the need to speedily report any problems encountered in connection with electrical supplies, circuitry or switches.
• Ensure that those who carry out work on electrical systems are competent, and use the correct equipment.
• Isolate or take out-of-service any faulty electrical system or equipment.
• Test electrical circuits following repair and prior to reinstating their use.
• Provide emergency and first aid information to cover the actions to be taken in the event of electric shock or burns.