PERSONNEL AND FACILITY PROTECTION
PERSONNEL PROTECTION
Hazard: Permanently installed non-GFCI receptacles installed in wet or damp indoor locations, on roofs or other outdoor locations. Summary: The NEC requires GFCI protection for power outlets in all wet or damp locations. Remedy: Install Leviton's SmartLock Pro GFCI receptacles, with safety features including tamper-resistant shutters, pilot and guide lights, and weather-resistant versions. Applicable Standards: NEC Article 210.8(B), OSHA 29 CFR PART 1910.304(b)(3), 1926.404(b)(1), NFPA 70E Article 110.6
As more of the world becomes electrified, safety will remain a priority issue. Leviton sets the standard in electrical safety by developing, designing and manufacturing products that improve electrical safety while ensuring a safe work environment. Most common electrical safety hazards can easily be eliminated simply by utilizing the proper equipment. PORTABLE PERSONNEL PROTECTION
Hazard: Portable power tools being used on circuits without GFCI Protection. Summary: A portable GFCI must be able to trip if a neutral wire is open. Remedy: Use Leviton GFCI cordsets, available in both automatic and manual reset, providing open-neutral protection for added safety. Applicable Standards: NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 590.6(A)(1), OSHA 29 CFR PART 1926.404(B)(1), NFPA 70E Article 110.5(D) roviding (B)(1),
POWER PENDANTS
Hazard: Using standard electrical boxes that are not listed for use as pendants. Summary: NEC Article 110.12 requires unused openings in boxes be closed offto provide the same level of protection they would get from a wall. Using wall boxes as pendants violates this provision. Remedy: Use Leviton non-metallic portable outlet boxes that are designedfor this purpose. Coverplates with weather-resistant flip lids provide NEMA 3-R protection to receptacles not in use. Applicable Standards: NEC Article 590.4(I), OSHA 29 CFR PART 1910.303(b)(1), 1926.403(b)(1) leviton.com/workplacesafety
OUTDOOR OR INDOOR WET AND DAMP LOCATIONS
Hazard: Plugs and connectors are failing due to contact from moisture and debris. Summary: Unless identified for use in the operating environment, electrical conductors must not be used in damp or wet locations where they may be subjected to liquids, vapors, or other deteriorating agents having a deteriorating effect on the conductors. Remedy: Utilize Leviton Wetguard watertight plugs and connectors, featuring environmental ratings of NEMA 4, 4X, 6 & 6P and IEC IP66, IP67, and IP69K. Applicable Standards: NEC Article 110.11, OSHA 29 CFR PART 1910.303(b)(6), 1926.432(a)(1) ors must ids,
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