Insulated Gloves

We have clients ask us why they need to wear Electrical Safety PPE when they do not work “live”. Until a switchboard or piece of equipment has been tested with voltage detector tools to confirm “dead” or “not live”, the untested item is considered “live” or energised. Depending on the situation, the Operator should don … Read more

This question is often asked, as there is a myriad of standards and requirements for field technicians and asset managers to wade through. For example, Height Safety has a maximum life span of 10 years from the date of manufacture. After this date has expired, the item should be removed from service, destroyed and disposed … Read more

One of the key contributing factors in many electrical safety incidents is not wearing electrical insulated gloves. Usually an investigation will reveal one of three reasons behind the lack of gloves Number #1 is a lockout/tag out issue, a topic for another day. #2 is a culture issue that is too deep for a short … Read more