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1.3 Operation and Maintenance Personal Safety Requirements
1.3.1 Prerequisites
Qualified O&M personnel must have training, knowledge, and experience in:
Compliance with all regulations and standards.
How to assemble, install, and turn on the system, as well as how to ground, prevent short-circuit conditions, and maintain
and disassemble the systems.
Evaluating O&M procedures and identifying potential hazards.
Providing rescue assistance for injured personnel during emergencies.
Selecting and using PPE.
The ESS maintenance checklist items in this manual.
1.3.2 Responsibility
The O&M personnel must:
Conduct safety inspections per the instructions in this manual before installation and commissioning. Do NOT power on
or provide any power before inspections are completed.
Ensure the system is ready and safe to operate before turning on the system.
Ensure the system is completely de-energized before maintenance using the appropriate equipment.
Ensure the inspection instruments are calibrated and functioning properly.
Prevent any unauthorized personnel from accessing the ESS during maintenance..
Ensure the safety warning labels and product nameplates are not damaged.