PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE from now on) REQUIRED
The use of PPE in accordance with standards is required to repair and maintain the equipment. Follow
applicable instructions at the installation site to comply with national and local regulations.
In the case of tasks with voltage present, it is mandatory to use an Electric Arc Safety Kit (gloves,
clothing and face protection).
A detailed example of the PPE used is shown below. The customer must specify in his safety
instructions (hazard statement and work procedure) which PPE is required and when and how they
should be used according to his electric arc studies, the characteristics of the site, the chargers, the
installation and the country.
Power Electronics assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use of the equipment
or failure to comply with local or national regulations.
Always follow local regulations / NEC Health & Safety standards.
The following table shows an example of commonly used PPE:
Additional PPE for commissioning and maintenance tasks
Safety clothes according to NFPA-70E and safety labels
Eye protection according EN 166.
Gloves with mechanical, dielectric and against arc flash.
Class according to voltage.
EN 60903; ASTM D120 specifications and NFPA 70E standards.
S3 class complying with BS EN ISO 20345.
Isolation carpet according to IEC 61111
Class according to voltage.
Arc flash personal protective equipment kit (including arc flash
protective face shield & hard hat), fire resistant 40 cal/cm
2
.
Padlock and auxiliary elements set to lock out dangerous equipment.
Medium Voltage insulation stool.
Insulated body rescue pole.
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