Electrical Safety in Research Operations
Person working on electrical apparatus in a lab
This program establishes requirements for personnel performing electrical research.
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Responsibilities
Departmental, PI/Supervisor, employee/student roles and responsibilities for safety in electrical research applications.
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Design and Installation Requirements
Basic design and installation requirements for electrical systems and apparatus.
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General Requirements
See additional information for the following equipment:
- Job-Made Cords
- Extension Cords
- Power Strips
- Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI)
- Capacitors
- Inductors and Magnets
- Power Supplies
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Risk Assessment Process and Work Controls
Risk Assessment
Information on electrical thresholds which prompt appropriate hazard controls to be implemented.
Hazard Controls
Information on hazard controls to eliminate or significantly reduce the associated risks with electrical research activities.
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Electrical Emergencies
What to do in the event of an electrical-related emergency.
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Contact Information
Robin McCall-Miller, Occupational Safety Program Manager
- Call: 540-231-2341
- Email: rmmiller@vt.edu