Operation and use of the circuit breakers
Personnel requirements
72 U-PW powerway System Manual
05.01 Personnel requirements
Operation of the systems
Operation includes all activities that are necessary for the electrical system to function.
This includes:
– Switching,
– Monitoring,
– Performing tests and configuring settings,
– Repairs,
– Electrotechnical and non-electrotechnical work.
Use
Use of electrical systems and electrical operating equipment includes activities such as:
– Observation,
– Switching,
– Controlling,
– Regulating,
– Adjusting,
– Monitoring,
– Carrying out repair work.
No operation of the power switchgear and controlgear assembly by ordinary persons
The electrical system must not be used by non-professional electrical personnel. Switchgear and con-
trolgear assembly operating procedures may only be performed by the following persons:
– Electrically skilled personnel or electrotechnical specialist personnel or
– Electrically instructed persons.
Prevent access and switching operations by unauthorised personnel.
Secure all disconnectors and actuator equipment against reconnection.
Effective measures include:
Fit suitable barriers.
Secure using suitable padlocks.
Fit suitable blocking elements.
Fit suitable prohibition signs.
Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
To ensure safe system operation, the electrotechnical specialist personnel/electrically skilled person or
the electrotechnically instructed person must use suitable tools, depending on the activity.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn during switching and any live work.
Check the PPE for visible damage before each use.
Wear the helmet with face shield or a flame-retardant hood as personal protective equipment.
Wear flame-retardant and arc-tested work clothing as personal protective equipment.
Stand on an insulating mat.
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