iii. Identify safe work practices and personal protective equipment to be used.

Safe work practices

may include; using drill depth gage/stop, and issuing an Energized Electrical Work Permit, page 31,
when work is with the restricted approach boundary.
iv. Work will be planned and documented on the JOB BRIEFING AND PLANNING CHECKLIST, page 32 &
33.
v. See Core Drilling program 12 of the ESCO Group safety manual
TABLE 1 Approach Boundaries, Alternating-Current Systems to Energized Electrical Conductors or Circuit
Parts for Shock Protection for (All dimensions are distance from energized electrical conductor or circuit part to employee.)
(1) Nominal System Limited Approach Boundaryb (4) Restricted Approach
Voltage Range, Boundaryb; Includes
Phase to Phasea (2) Exposed Movable (3) Exposed Fixed Circuit Inadvertent Movement
Conductorc Part Adder
<50 V Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
50 V – 150 Vd 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 6 in) Avoid contact
151 V – 750 V 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 6 in) .3 m (1 ft 0 in)
751 V –15 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft 0 in.) .7 m (2 ft 2 in.)
15.1 kV – 36 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.8 m (6 ft 0 in.) .8 m (2 ft 7 in.)
36.1 kV – 46 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft 0 in.) .8 m (2 ft 9 in.)
46.1 kV – 72.5 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.5 m (8ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 3 in.)
72.6 kV –121 kV 3.3 m (10 ft 8 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 4 in.)
138 kV –145 kV 3.4 m (11ft 0 in.) 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.2 m (3 ft 10 in.)
161 kV – 169 kV 3.6 m (11 ft 8 in.) 3.6 m (11 ft 8 in.) 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in.)
230 kV – 242 kV 4.0 m (13 ft 0 in.) 4.0 m (13 ft 0 in.) 1.7 m (5 ft 8 in.)
345 kV – 362 kV 4.7 m (15ft 4 in.) 4.7 m (15ft. 4 in.) 2.8 m (9 ft 2 in.)
500 kV – 550 kV 5.8 m (19 ft 0 in.) 5.8 m (19 ft 0 in.) 3.6 m (11 ft 10 in.)
765 kV – 800 kV 7.2 m (23 ft 9 in.) 7.2 m (23 ft 9 in.) 4.9 m (15 ft 11 in.)

a
For single-phase systems, select the range that is equal to the system’s maximum phase-to-ground voltage multiplied by 1.732.
b See definition in Article 10 and text in 130.4 (D)(2) and Annex C for elaboration.
c
This term describes a condition in which the distance between the conductor and a person is not under the control of the person. The term is
normally applied to overhead line conductors supported by poles.
d This includes circuits where the exposure does not exceed 120V.

TABLE 2 Approach Boundariesa Direct-Current Voltage Systems to Energized Electrical Conductors or

Circuit Parts for Shock Protection,
Nominal Potential Limited Approach Boundary Restricted Approach
Difference Exposed Movable Exposed Fixed Circuit Part Boundary; Includes
Conductorb Inadvertent Movement
<100 V Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
100 V – 300 V 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 6 in) Avoid contact
301 V – 1 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 6 in) .3 m (1 ft 0 in)
1.1 kV – 5 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft 0 in.) .5 m (1 ft 5 in.)
5 kV – 15 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft 0 in.) .7 m (2 ft 2 in.)
15.1 kV – 45 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft 0 in.) .8 m (2 ft 9 in.)
45.1 kV – 75 kV 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft 2 in.)
75.1 kV – 150 kV 3.3 m (10 ft 8 in.) 3.0 m (10 ft 0 in.) 1.2 m (4 ft 0 in.)
150.1 kV – 250 kV 3.6 m (11 ft 8 in.) 3.6 m (11 ft 8 in.) 1.6 m (5 ft 3 in.)
250.1 kV – 500 kV 6.0 m (20 ft 0 in.) 6.0 m (20 ft 0 in.) 3.5 m (11 ft 6 in.)
500.1 kV – 800 kV 8.0 m (26 ft 0 in.) 8.0 m (26 ft 0 in.) 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in.)
a
All dimensions are distance from exposed energized electrical conductors or circuit parts to worker.
b
This term describes a condition in which the distance between the conductor and a person is not under the control of the person.
The term is normally applied to overhead line conductors supported by poles.

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 Table 3 Incident Energy Exposure Method PPE Selection Guidelines
2
Incident Energy Exposures < 1.2 cal/cm
Protective clothing, nonmelting (in Shirt (long sleeve) and pants (long) or coverall
accordance with ASTM F 1506-08) or
untreated natural fiber
Other personal protective equipment: Face shield for projectile protection (AN)
Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Hearing protection
Heavy-duty leather gloves or rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors
(AN)
2
Incident Energy Exposures 1.2 to 12 cal/cm
Arc-rated clothing and equipment with an Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and arc-rated pants or arc-rated coverall or arc
arc rating equal to or greater than the flash suit (SR) (See Note 3.)
determined incident energy (See Note 3.)
Arc-rated face shield and arc-rated balaclava or arc flash suit hood (SR) (See
Note 1.)
Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)
Other PPE: Hard hat
Arc-rated hard hat liner (AN)
Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Hearing protection
Heavy-duty leather gloves or rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors
(SR) (See Note 4.)
Leather work footwear

Incident Energy Exposure > 12 cal/cm2

Arc-rated clothing and equipment with an Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and arc-rated pants or arc-rated coverall and/or
arc rating equal to or greater than the arc flash suit (SR)
determined incident energy (See Note 3.)
Arc-rated arc flash suit hood
Arc-rated gloves
Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear (AN)
Other PPE: Hard hat
Arc-rated hard hat liner (AN)
Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Hearing protection
Arc-rated gloves or rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors (SR) (See
Note 4.)
Leather work footwear

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Table 3 - Continued

AN: As needed [in addition to the protective clothing and PPE required by 130.5(B)(1)].

SR: Selection of one in group is required by 130.5(B)(1).

Notes:

(1) Face shields with a wrap-around guarding to protect the face, chin, forehead, ears, and neck area are required by
130.8(C)(10)(c). For full head and neck protection, use a balaclava or an arc flash hood.

(2) All items not designated “AN” are required by 130.7(C).

(3) Arc ratings can be for a single layer, such as an arc-rated shirt and pants or a coverall, or for an arc flash suit or a multi-
layer system consisting of a combination of arc-rated shirt and pants, coverall, and arc flash suit.

(4) Rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors provide arc flash protection in addition to shock protection. Higher
class rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors, due to their increased material thickness, provide increased arc flash
protection.

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TABLE 4 Arc Flash PPE Categories Method: Arc-Flash Hazard Identification for Alternating
Current (ac) and Direct Current (dc)Systems (Note 1)
1. When used to select arc flash PPE, Table 4 will be used to identify when arc flash PPE is
required.
2. Table5 will be used to determine the arc flash PPE category.
3. Table 6 will be used to determine specific PPE requirements based on the arc flash PPE
category.
4. An incident energy analysis must be performed for any of the following situations:
a) Tasks not listed on Table 4.
b) Power systems with greater than the estimated maximum available short circuit
current.
c) Power systems with longer than the maximum fault clearing times
d) Tasks with less than the minimum working distance.
Arc
Flash
PPE
Task Equipment Condition – Note 2 Required
Reading a panel meter while operating a Any No
meter switch

Normal operation of a circuit breaker All of the following: No

(CB), switch, contactor or starter The equipment is properly installed;
• The equipment is properly maintained;
• All equipment doors are closed and secured;
• All equipment covers are in place and secured;
and
• There is no evidence of impending failure.
One or more of the following: Yes
• The equipment is not properly installed;
• The equipment is not properly maintained;
properly maintained;
• Equipment doors are open or not secured;
• Equipment covers are off or not secured; or
• There is evidence of impending failure.
For ac systems: Work on energized Any Yes
electrical conductors and circuit parts,
including voltage testing
For dc systems: Work on energized Any Yes
electrical conductors and circuit parts of
series – connected battery cells,
including voltage testing.
Voltage testing on individual battery All of the following: No
cells or individual multi-cell units • The equipment is properly installed
• The equipment is properly maintained
• Covers for all other equipment are in place
and secured
• There is no evidence of impending failure

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 Arc
Flash
PPE
Task Equipment Condition – Note 2 Required
One or more of the following: Yes
• The equipment is not properly installed
• The equipment is not properly maintained
• Equipment doors are open or not secured
• Equipment covers are off or not secured
• There is evidence of impending failure
Removal or installation of CBs or Any Yes
switches

Removal or installation of covers for All of the following:

equipment such as wireways, junction • The equipment is properly installed;
• The equipment is properly maintained; and
No
boxes and cable trays that does not
• There is no evidence of impending failure.
expose bare, energized electrical Any of the following:
conductors and circuit parts • The equipment is not properly installed;
• The equipment is not properly maintained; or
Yes
• There is evidence of impending failure.
Removal of bolted covers (to expose Any Yes
bare, energized electrical conductors and
circuit parts). For dc systems, this
includes bolted covers, such as battery
terminal covers.
Removal of battery intercell connector All of the following: No
covers. • The equipment is properly installed.
• The equipment is properly maintained
• Covers for all other equipment are in place
and secured.
• There is no evidence of impending failure
One or more of the following: Yes
• The equipment is not properly installed.
• The equipment is not properly maintained.
• Equipment doors are open or not secured.
• Equipment covers are off or not secured.
• There is evidence of impending failure.
Opening hinged door(s) or cover(s) (to Any
expose bare, energized electrical Yes
conductors and circuit parts)

Perform infrared thermography and Any No

other noncontact inspections outside
the restricted approach boundary. This
activity does not include opening of
doors or covers.

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 Arc
Flash
PPE
Task Equipment Condition – Note 2 Required
Application of temporary protective Any Yes
grounding equipment, after voltage test
Work on control circuits with exposed Any No
energized electrical conductors and
circuit parts, 120 volts or below without
any other exposed energized equipment
over 120 volts, including opening of
hinged covers to gain access
Work on control circuits with exposed Any Yes
energized electrical conductors and
circuit parts, greater than 120 volts
Insertion or removal of individual starter Any Yes
buckets from MCC
Insertion or removal (racking) of CBs or Any Yes
starters from cubicles, doors open or
closed
Insertion or removal of plug-in devices Any Yes
into or from busways
Insulated cable examination with no Any No
manipulation of cable
Insulated cable examination with Any Yes
manipulation of cable
Work on exposed energized electrical Any Yes
conductors and circuit parts of
equipment directly supplied by a
panelboard or motor control center
Insertion and removal of revenue meters Any Yes
(kW-hour, at primary voltage and
current)
For dc systems, insertion or removal of Any Yes
individual cells or multi-cell units of a
battery system in an enclosure
For dc systems, insertion or removal of Any No
individual cells or multi-cell units of a
battery system in an open rack
For dc systems, maintenance on a single Any No
cell of a battery system or multi-cell
units in an open rack

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 Arc
Flash
PPE
Task Equipment Condition – Note 2 Required
For dc systems, work on exposed Any Yes
energized electrical conductors and
circuit parts of
utilization equipment directly supplied
by a dc source
Arc-resistant switchgear Type 1 or 2 (for All of the following: No
clearing times of <0.5 sec with a • The equipment is properly installed.
• The equipment is properly maintained.
prospective fault current not to exceed
• All equipment doors are closed and secured.
the arc-resistant rating of the • All equipment covers are in place and secured.
equipment) and metal enclosed • There is no evidence of impending failure.
interrupter switchgear, fused or unfused One or more of the following: Yes
of arc resistant type construction, tested • The equipment is not properly installed.
in • The equipment is not properly maintained.
accordance with IEEE C37.20.7 : • Equipment doors are open or not secured.
• Equipment covers are off or not secured.
• Insertion or No removal (racking) of • There is evidence of impending failure.
CBs from cubicles
• Insertion or removal (racking) of
ground and test device
• Insertion or removal (racking) of
voltage transformers on or off the
bus
Opening voltage transformer or control Any Yes
power transformer compartments
Outdoor disconnect switch operation Any Yes
(hookstick operated) at 1 kV through 15
kV
Outdoor disconnect switch operation Any Yes
(gang-operated, from grade) at 1 kV
through 15 kV

Note: Hazard identification is one component of risk assessment. Risk assessment involves a determination of the
likelihood of occurrence of an incident, resulting from a hazard that could cause injury or damage to health. The
assessment of the likelihood of occurrence contained in this table does not cover every possible condition or
situation. Where this table indicates that arc flash PPE is not required, an arc flash is not likely to occur.

*The phrase properly installed, as used in this table, means that the equipment is installed in accordance with
applicable industry codes and standards and the manufacturer's recommendations. The phrase properly
maintained, as used in this table, means that the equipment has been maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations and applicable industry codes and standards.

The phrase evidence of impending failure, as used in this table, means that there is evidence of arcing, overheating,
loose or bound equipment parts, visible damage, deterioration, or other damage

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TABLE 5 Arc Flash PPE Categories
Arc-Flash
Equipment Category Boundary
Panelboards or other equipment rated 240 V and below
Parameters: 485 mm
1
Maximum of 25 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of 0.03 sec (2 cycles) (19 in.)
fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
Panelboards or other equipment rated > 240 V and up to 600 V
Parameters: 900 mm
2
Maximum of 25 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of 0.03 sec (2 cycles) (3 ft)
fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
600-V class motor control centers (MCCs)
Parameters: 1.5 m
2
Maximum of 65 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of 0.03 sec (2 cycles) (5 ft)
fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
600-V class motor control centers (MCCs)
Parameters: 4.3 m
4
Maximum of 42 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of 0.33 sec (20 cycles) (14 ft)
fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
600-V class switchgear (with power circuit breakers or fused switches) and 600 V class
switchboards
6m
Parameters: 4
(20 ft)
Maximum of 35 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of up to 0.5 sec (30
cycles) fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
Other 600-V class (277 V through 600 V, nominal) equipment
Parameters: 1.5 m
2
Maximum of 65 kA short circuit current available; maximum of 0.03 sec (2 cycles) (5 ft)
fault clearing time; working distance 455 mm (18 in)
NEMA E2 (fused contactor) motor starters, 2.3 kV through 7.2 kV
Parameters: 12 m
4
Maximum of 35 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of up to 0.24 sec (15 (40 ft)
cycles) fault clearing time; working distance 910 mm (36 in.)
Metal-clad switchgear, 1 kV through 15 kV
Parameters: 12 m
4
Maximum of 35 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of up to 0.24 sec (15 (40 ft)
cycles) fault clearing time; working distance 910 mm (36 in.)
Arc-resistant switchgear Type 1 or 2 (for clearing times of < 0.5 sec (30 cycles) with a N/A
N/A
perspective fault current not to exceed the arc-resistant rating of the equipment), and (doors
(doors
metal-enclosed interrupter switchgear, fused or unfused of arc-resistant-type construction, closed)
closed)
tested in accordance with IEEE C37-2037, , 1 kV through 15 kV
Parameters:
Maximum of 35 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of up to 0.24 sec (15 4 (doors 12 m
cycle) fault clearing time; working distance 910 mm (36 in.) open) (40 ft)

Other equipment 1 kV through 15 kV

Parameters: 12 m
4
Maximum of 35 kA short-circuit current available; maximum of up to 0.24 sec (15 (40 ft)
cycles) fault clearing time; working distance 910 mm (36 in.)
Note: For equipment rated 600 volts and below, and protected by upstream current limiting fuses or current-limiting
circuit breakers sized at 200 amperes or less, the arc flash PPE category can be reduced by one number but not below
arc flash PPE category 1.

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 Arc-Flash
Equipment Category Boundary
Storage batteries, direct-current switchboards and other direct-current supply sources 100
V> Voltage <250 V
Parameters:
Voltage: 250 V
Maximum arc duration and working distance: 2 sec @ 455 mm (18 in.)
Short-Circuit Current < 4 kA 900 mm (3
1
ft)
4kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current < 7 kA 1.2 m (4
2
ft)
7 kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current < 15 kA 1.8 m (6
3
ft.)
Storage batteries, direct-current switchboards and other direct-current supply sources 250
V < Voltage <600 V
Parameters:
Voltage: 600 V
Maximum arc duration and working distance: 2 sec @ 455 mm (18 in.)
1.5 kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current 900 mm (3
1
ft)
1.5 kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current < 3 kA 1.2 m (4
2
ft)
3 kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current < 7 kA 1.8 m (6
3
ft.)
7 kA ≤ Short-Circuit Current < 10 kA 2.5 m (8
4
ft)

Note: Apparel that can be expected to be exposed to electrolyte must meet both of the following conditions:

(1) Be evaluated for electrolyte protection in accordance with ASTM F1296 , Standard Guide for Evaluating Chemical
Protective Clothing; and

(2) Be arc-rated in accordance with ASTM F1891 , Standard Specification for Arc Rated and Flame Resistant Rainwear,
or equivalent.

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TABLE 6 Protective Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE PPE Requirements
Category
1 Arc-Rated Clothing, Minimum Arc Rating of 4 cal/cm2 (See Note 1) Protective Equipment
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and pants or arc-rated coverall Hard hat
Arc-rated face shield (See Note 2) or arc flash suit hood Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Arc-rated jacket, parka, rainwear, or hard hat liner (AN) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts)
Heavy-duty leather gloves (See Note 3)
Leather footwear (AN)

2 Arc-Rated Clothing, Minimum Arc-Rating of 8 cal/cm2 (See Note 1) Protective Equipment

Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and pants or arc-rated coverall Hard hat
Arc-rated flash suit hood or arc-rated face shield (See Note 2) and arc-rated Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
balaclava Hearing protection (ear canal inserts)
Arc-rated jacket, parka, rainwear, or hard hat liner (AN) Heavy-duty leather gloves (See Note 3)
Leather footwear

3 Arc-Rated Clothing Selected so that the System Arc-Rating Meets the Protective Equipment
Required Minimum Arc-Rating of 25 cal/cm2 (See Note 1) Hard hat
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt (AR) Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Arc-rated pants (AR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts)
Arc-rated coverall (AR) Leather footwear
Arc-rated arc flash suit jacket (AR)
Arc-rated arc flash suit pants (AR)
Arc-rated arc flash suit hood
Arc-rated gloves (See Note 3)
Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear, or hard hat liner (AN)

4 Arc-Rated Clothing Selected so that the System Arc-Rating Meets the Protective Equipment
Required Minimum Arc-Rating of 40 cal/cm2 (See Note 1). Hard hat
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt (AR) Safety glasses or safety goggles (SR)
Arc-rated pants (AR) Hearing protection (ear canal inserts)
Arc-rated coverall (AR) Leather footwear
Arc-rated arc flash suit jacket (AR)
Arc-rated arc flash suit pants (AR)
Arc-rated arc flash suit hood
Arc-rated gloves (See Note 3)
Arc-rated jacket, parka, or rainwear, or hard hat liner (AN)

Notes: AN: as needed (optional). AR: as required. SR: selection required.

(1) Arc rating is defined in NFPA 70E
(2) Face shields are to have wrap-around guarding to protect not only the face but also the forehead, ears, and neck, or,
alternatively, an arc-rated arc flash suit hood is required to be worn.
(3) If rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors are used, additional leather or arc-rated gloves are not required. The
combination of rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors satisfies the arc flash protection requirement.

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 TABLE 7 Rubber Insulating Equipment Voltage Requirements (CFR 1910.137, Table I-4)
Class of Equipment Maximum Use Retest Voltage Retest Voltage
Voltage (1) A-C (1) A-C rms. (2) D-C avg.
00 500 2500
0 1000 5000 20,000
1 7500 10,000 40,000
2 17,000 20,000 50,000
3 26,500 30,000 60,000
4 36,000 40,000 70,000
Footnote – The maximum use voltage is the a-c voltage (rms) classification of the protective equipment that
designates the maximum nominal design voltage of the energized system that may be safely worked. The nominal
design voltage is equal voltage is equal to the phase-to-phase voltage on multiphase circuits. However, the phase-
to-ground potential is considered to be the nominal design voltage.

TABLE 8 Minimum Clear Distance for Working Spaces

Nominal voltage
Condition 1 Condition 2 Condition 3
to ground
0-150V 3 ft (914 mm) 3 ft (914 mm) 3 ft (914 mm)
151-600V 3 ft (914 mm) 3 ft 6 in (1.07 m) 4 ft (1.22 m)
601–2500V 900 mm (3 ft) 1.2 m (4 ft) 1.5 m (5 ft)
2501–9000V 1.2 m (4 ft) 1.5 m (5 ft) 1.8 m (6 ft)
9001–25,000V 1.5 m (5 ft) 1.8 m (6 ft) 2.8 m (9 ft)
25,001–75 kV 1.8 m (6 ft) 2.5 m (8 ft) 3.0 m (10 ft)
Above 75 kV 2.5 m (8 ft) 3.0 m (10 ft) 3.7 m (12 ft)
Condition 1: Exposed live parts on one side of the working space and no live or grounded parts on the other side of
the working space, or exposed live parts on both sides of the working space that are effectively guarded by
insulating materials.
Condition 2: Exposed live parts on one side of the working space and grounded parts or surfaces on the other side
of the working space. Concrete, brick, or tile walls shall be considered as grounded.
Condition 3: Exposed live parts on both sides of the working space (not guarded as provided in Condition 1) with
the operator or worker in between.

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 TABLE 9 Standards on Other Protective Equipment
Document Number and
Subject Document Revision
Arc Protective Blankets Standard Test Method for Determining the Protective ASTM F 2676
Performance of an Arc Protective Blanket for Electric Arc
Hazards
Blankets Standard Specification for Rubber Insulating Blankets ASTM D 1048
Blankets — In-service Care Standard Specification for In-Service Care of Insulating Blankets ASTM F 479
Covers Standard Specification for Rubber Insulating Covers ASTM D 1049
Fiberglass Rods — Live-Line Tools Standard Specification for Fiberglass-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) ASTM F 711
Rod and Tube Used in Live Line Tools
Insulated Hand Tools Standard Specification for Insulated and Insulating Hand Tools ASTM F 1505
Ladders American National Standard for Ladders — Wood Safety ANSI A14.1
Requirements
American National Standard for Ladders — Fixed — Safety ANSI A14.3
Requirements
American National Standard Safety Requirements for Job Made ANSI A14.4
Wooden Ladders
American National Standard for Ladders — Portable Reinforced ANSI A14.5
Plastic — Safety Requirements
Line Hose Standard Specification for Rubber Insulating Line Hose ASTM D 1050
Line Hose and Covers — In-service Standard Specification for In-Service Care of Insulating Line Hose ASTM F 478
Care and Covers
Plastic Guard Standard Test Methods and Specifications for Electrically ASTM F 712
Insulating Plastic Guard Equipment for Protection of Workers
Sheeting Standard Specification for PVC Insulating Sheeting ASTM F 1742
Standard Specification for Rubber Insulating Sheeting ASTM F2320
Safety Signs and Tags Series of Standards for Safety Signs and Tags ANSI Z535 Set
Shield Performance on Live-Line Standard Test Method for Determining the Protective ASTM F 2522
Tools Performance of a Shield Attached on Live Line Tools or on
Racking Rods for Electric Arc Hazards
Temporary Protective Grounds — Standard Specification for In-Service Test Methods for ASTM F 2249
In-service testing Temporary Grounding Jumper Assemblies Used on De-Energized
Electric Power Lines and Equipment
Temporary Protective Grounds — Standard Specifications for Temporary Protective Grounds to Be ASTM F 855
Test Specification Used on De-energized Electric Power Lines and Equipment

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TABLE 10– Equipment Labeling Example

WARNING
Qualified Persons Only
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard
18 inch Flash Hazard
Flash Protection
.7 At 18 inches
cal/cm 2
Boundary
480 VAC Shock Hazard PPE Required
0 Glove Class Non-melting or untreated natural fibers,
long sleeve shirt and long pants, > 4.5 oz. /
42 inch Limited Approach sq. yd., voltage rated gloves and leather
12 inch Restricted Approach protectors, EH Leather footwear, Safety
(Bus name & feed information) glasses, hearing protection, Class E
electrically rated hard hat

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 ESCO ENERGIZED ELECTRICAL WORK PERMIT
PART 1: To be completed by the requestor
Description of circuit or equipment:

Job Location:
Description of work to be done: _________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Justification of why the circuit or equipment cannot be de-energized or the work deferred until the next
scheduled outage: Greater Hazard Infeasibility
Explain:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Requester Name and Title: Date:

PART II: To be completed by the Electrically Qualified Persons DOING the work Check when
Completed:
Detailed job description procedure to be used in performing the above work:
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Attached documents (as needed): Single line drawing mark up LOTO procedure Additional sheets
Description of the safe work practices to be employed: ____________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Protective Equipment: Arc rated clothing 100% Natural fiber clothing Arc rated faceshield Arc rated
hood Ear plugs Leather work gloves Voltage rated gloves Hard hat EH rated leather work footwear
Safety glasses Arc rated gloves Insulated tools Temporary Grounds Protective shields Other
Results of the shock hazard analysis: _____________ volts
Limited Approach Boundary: ______ Restricted Approach Boundary: _______
Results of the arc flash risk assessment: Arc Flash Boundary: ________
Available incident energy or hazard/risk category:
______ cal/cm2 @ ______ working distance, or _____ PPE Category
Means to restrict access of unqualified persons from entering the work area:
Warning signs Barricade tape attendant – list name of attendant(s): ________________________
Job Briefing completed and document: (attach to permit)
Can the above described work be done safety? Yes No (If no, return to requestor)
Electrical Qualified Person(s) Date
__________________________________ ______________________
__________________________________ ______________________
Part III: Approvals to perform the Energized Electrical Work (Sign and Date)
ESCO Group Supervisor: _______________
Customer Maintenance Manager/Engineer: _______________

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 ESCO Job Briefing and Planning Checklist
Employee: Date:
Location: Area:
TASK DESCRIPTION: YES NO NA
Can the equipment be de-energized?
Explain:
Energized work?
Shock Risk Assessment:
Voltage Level: __________
Limited Approach: ___________
Restricted Approach: ______________
Rubber Insulating Equipment Class (Gloves) ____________
Arc Flash Risk Assessment: (choose NFPA 70E Tables or incident energy analysis)
[ ] NFPA 70E Tables Method
PPE Category: __________ Max. Short Circuit Current __________ Max. Fault Clearing time_________
[ ] Incident Energy (cal/cm2) __________
Arc Flash PPE required?
Arc Flash protection boundaries: _______________
Job Planning:
Current Job write up or prints available and reviewed?
Any “foreign” (secondary source, backfeeds) voltage source possible?
Employee experienced in the assigned task?
Employee qualified for completing the task?
Employee familiar with the facility?
Communication with employees & with facility
Are energy sources controlled? (Lockout/Tagout): Simple Lockout ____ Complex Lockout ____
Temporary Protective Grounding straps installed and locked out?
Location: _______________ Size: ________________
Grounding straps removed before energizing?
Fill out ‘Energized Electrical Work Permit’ have it signed and posted in work area
Transformer Shutdown procedure completed?
Electrical Testing Required? Megger ___ Med Voltage Cable DC Hi Pot ___ Other __________
Is work near overhead lines?
Voltage: ____________ Approach distance: ____________
Method of protection: [ ] Distance, [ ] De-energize, [ ] Grounded or [ ] Guarded (check methods used)
Any cutting or drilling into equipment, floors or structure?
Location of conductors, cables, raceways, or equipment have been identified or marked?
Equipment de-energized?
Additional Protection: [ ] Drill depth gage/stop used, [ ] Energized Electrical Work Permit required, [ ] Core Drilling Permit
Have safety interlocks/machine interlocks been disabled or bypassed?
Have customer requirements been reviewed and approval by customer?
Job Planning – Safe Work Practices
Arc Flash/Shock PPE accessible, inspected and in good condition?
Voltage-rated tools available, inspected and in good condition?
Meters and leads inspected and in good condition?
Cords and GFCI inspected and in good condition?
Barricades (w/tag) and/or signs needed?

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Job Planning – Additional Items
Any unusual work conditions?(aerial lifts, cranes, excavating/trenching, linebreak, forklifts)
ESCO Group Excavation Checklist completed?
Elevated work - fall protection equipment? List:
Confined space? (permit, training)
Hot work permit? (welding, grinding, cutting)
Proper gloves being worn? Circle one: chemical, cut resistant, general purpose, leather
Will this task affect other people? (notify others in area)
Will other jobs in the area affect this task?
List:
Any chemical products in the area that may be a hazard?
Housekeeping plan in place?
Any changes in scope or delays? list: _______________
Emergency Procedures:
Emergency # identified? _______________
Emergency shutoff located? Location: ______________
CPR/AED person trained on site? Identify: ____________
Fire extinguisher & First aid kit located?
Emergency eyewash/shower located?
Electrical Equipment:
Is the electrical equipment to be worked on properly installed and maintained?
Are all covers and doors are secured and in place?
Evidence of any impending failure? (arcing, overheating, loose or bound equipment parts, visible
damage, or deterioration)
Adequate work space is maintained around electrical equipment?
CB or relays available with instantaneous trip or overcurrent protection settings?
Instantaneous settings “locked/tagged out” during work? (to prevent switching back to
operational setting)
Normal operation setting restored when work complete?
Work in energized units: [ ] insulated barrier installed? [ ] Finger safe
After Break: Check for any changes which may affect safety.

Employee Signatures:

Once work is complete, forward this form to The ESCO Group Safety Department for review and retention.

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ESCO Group’s Safety Acknowledgement Sheet
To comply with OSHA Standard 1910.147(f)(2)(i) the control of hazardous energy (Lockout/Tagout),
OSHA Standard 1910.1200(e)(2)(i-iii) Hazard Communication (Multi-employer workplaces), and the
NFPA 70E standard, The ESCO Group is exchanging and has exchanged the necessary information as
described and indicated below.

This is to acknowledge that I have (check or all that apply):

Received copy of ESCO Group SDS manual (If chemicals will be brought on site)
ESCO Group has been made aware of onsite Process Safety Management chemicals and list
of chemicals has been provided to The ESCO Group (if applicable)
Received copy of ESCO Group’s Energy Control Procedures (Program 19) and Electrical
Safety Work Practices (Program 16)
Shared Emergency/Evacuation Procedures

The ESCO Group informed the contract employer and other outside servicing personnel of the following
activities covered by the scope and application of the NFPA-70E Standard:
ESCO Group has been made aware of site specific arc flash hazard assessment. If not
checked current NFPA 70E tables will be utilized for hazard assessment.
Any existing Electrical Hazards/Copy of our Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
Electrical Personal Protective Equipment/Clothing Requirements.

Energy Control (LO/TO) to be used while on site (select one):

ESCO Group energy control (LO/TO) program (Program 19)
Site specific energy control (LO/TO) program

Date: ______________________ Job Number: ___________________________

Client: ________________________________________________________________

Client Signature: ________________________________________________________

Client Print: ____________________________________________________________

ESCO Group Employee Signature: __________________________________________

ESCO Group Employee Print: ______________________________________________

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 TRANSFORMER
SHUT DOWN
Date: Transformer ID or Location:
# Item Yes No NA Initial
Shutdown Process:
1 Arc flash/Limited approach distances controlled.
2 Breaker/Switch in open position and locked out.
3 Breaker/Switch ID:
4 Inspect Equipment (Grounds, gloves, testers etc.)
5 Capacitor dissipation procedure implemented?
6 Absence of Voltage Verified: (Test and inspect tester?)
7 Grounds Applied.
8 Place Grounds Lock on lock box or lockout point.
9 Secure Grounds Lock key to grounds.
10 Lockout/Tagout Documentation: Complex LOTO Form [ ] or JHA [ ]
11 Primary Cables Disconnected.
12 Secondary Cables Disconnected.
13 Lightning Arrestors Disconnected.
Start-Up Process: Yes No NA Initial
14 Transformer Testing Completed.
15 Testing Company: Tested By:
16 Secondary Cables Reconnected.
17 Primary Cables Reconnected.
18 Lightning Arrestors Reconnected.
19 Connections Verified.
20 Grounds Removed.
21 Remove Grounds lock from lock box or lockout point.
22 Barriers installed.
23 Covers Installed.
24 Alarms Checked.
25 Locks Removed.
Employee Completing Work: Final Review:
Contact number:
Employee in Charge: Final Review:
Contact Number:
26 Ready to Energize:
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