Committee Code Interpretations

Circuit Breakers & Disconnect Switches
Operation of Switches and Circuit Breakers connected to 30kVA Transformers
Labeling of Spare Breakers
Minus One Rule for Switching
Bench Mounted Switches

Line Crew
Work to Follow Power Transmission & Distribution Rules
Generic Procedures and Line Isolation Practice for 600 Volts and Above
Work in Manholes

Live Parts
Are insulated cables live parts?
Lifting Wires in Lieu of LOTO
PPE for Zero Energy Re-checks
Non-Utility Shielded Cables are not Live Parts
When Electrical Equipment Is Not a Shock Hazard

LOTO
Simple LOTO longer than One Day

PPE
Use of V-Rated Gloves, 120V 1 Phase Circuits

Training Requirements
CPR requirements for Electrical Work

Wiring Methods
Use of Pendants

Working Space/clearance
Working space/clearance around electrical equipment (NEC Article 110.26)

Laboratory Electrical Safety Recommendations
DOE Type B Interim Recommendation # 1 - PPE
DOE Type B Interim Recommendation # 2 - Racking of Switchgear Breakers/MCC Buckets
Precautions of Work on Ungrounded Systems

Laboratory Electrical Safety Guidance
Requirements for Multi-meters

Last Modified: January 29, 2009
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