Standards - Electrical Safety - 15.4.19

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Health Safety and
Environment Plan: ReNew
Power Ventures Private
Renew Power Ventures Private Limited
Limited Standard for
Electrical Safety
HSE Plan
Created By: S&P Work stream Formatted: Font: Bold

Reviewed By: Chairman S&P WS
Approved By: APEX Committee
Document no: Formatted Table
P-03.
Standard on Electrical safety Date Approved:
19.04.19
Table of Contents
1.0 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 42
2.0 OBJECTIVE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 52
3.0 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
4.0 DEFINITIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 53
5.0 RESPONSIBILITY .................................................................................................................................................................... 75
6.0 DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 75
6.1 BASIC SAFETY RULES ....................................................................................................................................................................... 85
6.2 WORK ON ENERGIZED /DE-ENERGIZED ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT: ............................................................................................................. 97
6.3 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................. 108
6.4 DOCUMENTATION & EQUIPMENT LABELING :..................................................................................................................................... 119
6.5 EXECUTION & OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS : .................................................................................................................................... 119
6.6 EXTENSION CORDS / PORTABLE EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................................... 1411
6.7 ELECTRICAL TOOLS & GADGETS .................................................................................................................................................... 1512
6.8 ELECTRICAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) : ................................................................................................................... 1613
7.0 REFERENCES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1815
8.0 RECORDS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1815
9.0 REVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................................. 1915
10.0 APPENDIX ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1916
10.1 EVALUATING SHOCK RISK AND DETERMINING PROTECTION ................................................................................................................ 1916
10.2 CALCULATION OF ARC FLASH RISK (DISTANCE) AND DETERMINING PROTECTION ..................................................................................... 2320
1.0 PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.0 OBJECTIVE ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
3.0 SCOPE ............................................................................................................................................................... 2
4.0 DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
5.0 RESPONSIBILITY ................................................................................................................................................ 2
6.0 DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................... 2
6.1 BASIC SAFETY RULES ......................................................................................................................................... 2
6.2 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................................ 2
6.3 DOCUMENTATION & EQUIPMENT LABELING : .................................................................................................. 2
6.4 EXECUTION & OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS : .................................................................................................. 2
6.5 IV. STATION BATTERY ROOM : ..................................................................................................................... 2
6.6 V. EXTENSION CORDS / PORTABLE EQUIPMENT:.............................................................................................. 2 Formatted Table
7.0 REFERENCES ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 Formatted: Font: +Body (Calibri)
The official copy of this file is available on the Renew Portal.
Before using a printed, uncontrolled copy, verify that it is the current version.
Created By Reviewed By Approved By
S & P Work stream Chairman S & P WS APEX committee
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9.0 REVIEW : ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
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A Purpose 02
B Objective 02
C Scope 03
D Responsibility 03
E Definitions 03
F Reference 05
G Electrical Safety 05
H Safety Standards 08
I Electrical Tools & Gadgets 10
J Electrical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 12
K Monitor and Review 14
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1.0 Purpose
The Electrical Safety standard is based on the ‘Hierarchy of Controls’ and designed to provide a safe working
environment for all personnel’s whether ReNew’s own or contracted.
Equally, all personnel and contractors are obliged by law to conduct themselves and their work in a safe
manner. The purpose of this standard is to inform all levels of management and all individuals of their
obligation to –
 Comply with the law and the particular requirements covering electrical safety; and Formatted Table
 Enable them to actively assist in achieving electrical safety at the work area.
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The requirements detailed in this standard apply to all persons (staff, contractors, students, visitors) who carry
out electrical activities in ReNew’s offices, Sites, guest houses, Electrical Transmission networks across the
country.
2.0 Objective
This standard is designed to protect people, property & environment within the legal boundary of ReNew.
The application of specific instructions / procedures where these Rules cannot be applied (e.g., Live / Hot Line
Working).
The safety precautions required for carrying out all work and testing across all internal and external control
boundaries.
Training of all staff involved in the activity, and monitoring / authorizing certain staff who carry out
specific duties in the application of the Rules.
Ensuring compliance through regular and systematic audits.
3.0 Scope
I. This standard sets down requirements to be adopted while working on/with Electrical Systems.
II. This standard applies the principles established to achieve safety for the personnel’s involved
during the testing of Electrical systems.
III. This standard is applicable to all business activities performed by ReNew, whether performed by
renew employees or contractors.
4.0 Definitions
 Electricity: Form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (such as electrons or protons),
either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current.
 Portable electrical equipment’s: A portable electrical appliance is any item of equipment with a lead and
a plug and which is normally moved around or can be moved and is connected to the mains supply by a
standard 3 pin plugs.
 Authorized Person: Project Engineer/ Maintenance / Testing Engineer.
 Project Engineer: Responsible for carrying out installation & commissioning works of electrical
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systems.
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 Maintenance Engineer: Responsible for carrying out maintenance works of electrical systems. Formatted: Font: 3 pt
 Testing Engineer: Responsible for carrying out testing of electrical equipment’s.

 Dead: Not electrically Live or Charged.
 Live: Charged / Energized at a voltage by being connected to a source of electricity
 Lock / Locks: A device used for immobilization of an item of Equipment.
 Lock Closed: To secure an item of Equipment with padlocks or other device such that it is
immobilized in the closed position.
 Lock Open: To secure an item of Equipment with padlocks or other device such that it is
immobilized in the open position.
 LOTO: Lock out and Tag out- A mechanism where a safety procedure that ensures that dangerous
machines and energy sources are properly shut off and not unexpectedly started up before the completion
of maintenance or servicing work. The energy is locked using a switching off the instrument with the
provision of lock, so as no other member can open the energy source. Tag is provided to warn the other
person and inform about who put the lock on the specific energy source.
 Circuit Breakers: an automatic device for stopping the flow of current in an electric circuit as a safety
measure.
 GFCI/ ELCB: A Ground-fault circuit interrupter / Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker is a protection device
designed to protect against electric shock. It detects small stray voltages on the metal enclosure of
electrical equipment’s and interrupts the circuit if a dangerous voltage is detected.
 Primary Earths: Earth (s) a fixed Earth Switch (ES) with an equivalent electrical capacity which is applied
between the point of work and all points of EHV/HV isolation and which is applied before the Line Clear
Permit or Sanction for Test is issued. Primary earths shall be minimum 95 sq. mm copper equivalent.
 Additional Earths: Temporary, portable Earths (e.g. Earthing rod) which are applied after Line Clear permit
or Sanction for Test is given, and are included on an Earthing Schedule. They are applied within an Isolated
Zone in order to discharge any induced voltage.
 Permits to Work (PTW): A Safety Document specifying the Equipment / Area and the work /testing to be
carried out and the actions taken to achieve Safety from the system.
 Permits to Test (PTT): A safety Document specifying the EHV / HV Equipment and the testing to
be carried out and the actions taken to avert / avoid the disturbance of the system during the
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 Safety Document: A Document specifying the Equipment / Area and the work / testing to be Formatted: Font: 3 pt
carried out and the actions taken to achieve Safety from the system (Permit to Work), or to
safeguard the disturbance of the system during the testing (Permit to Test).
 Safety from the System: That condition which safeguards persons working on or near to
Equipment from the Dangers which are inherent in a System.
 Safety Working Clearance: The minimum clearance to be maintained in air between the live part
of the equipment on one hand and earth or another piece of equipment or conductor on which it
is necessary to carry out the work, on the other.
 Low Voltage (LV): A voltage not exceeding 250 volts.
 Medium Voltage (MV): A voltage between 250 and 650 volts
 High Voltage (HV): A voltage between 650 volts and 33,000 volts.
 Extra High Voltage (EHV): Any voltage in excess of 33,000 volts.
 Isolated: Disconnected from associated Equipment by Isolating Device(s) in the isolated position,
or by adequate physical separation.
 Isolating Device: A device for rendering Equipment Isolated.
 Isolated Zone: All items of equipment contained within a work / testing area for which isolation
has been achieved at all points of supply.
 Key Safe: A designated lockable cabinet for the safe custody of all Safety Keys.
5.0 Responsibility
I. Person authorized by ReNew: Project in-charge/ Shift in-charge of the area where the activity is triggered, and
the person who issue permits for electrical works/maintenance.
II. Authorized electrical person: Person (s) trained and authorized to work on electrical equipment’s as per
Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010 (latest
amendment).
6.0 Description
Electrical work may expose you to multiple hazards. While engaged in work involving electrical equipment, if you
are not confident that your protection is sufficient or you are not able to follow established work practices, YOU Formatted Table
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MUST STOP WORK, contact your supervisor and/or EHS, and perform steps, such as test before touch and zero Formatted: Font: 3 pt
energy checks, to confirm that your protection is sufficient.
6.1 Basic Safety Rules Formatted: Font: 14 pt

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a. Company Safety Rules and Safety instructions shall be applied when working on, or near to items of Formatted: Font: 14 pt
energized / de-energized Equipment’s / Lines which are owned by Renew Power Limited.
b. No unauthorized person shall be allowed to enter into switching and controlling area of substation. A
signboard distinctly displaying this notice shall be provided on the gate meant for entry in to the
switching & controlling area of substation.
c. Choose safety signs and tags that conform to your country-specific standard or, in the absence of such Formatted: Font: (Default) +Body (Calibri), Condensed
a standard, signs in local official language using ISO 3684-1, ANSI Z535, or a similar standard as a model. by 0.1 pt
See Figure 1 for an example. Avoid using signs smaller than a standard letter-sized document.
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numbering
Figure 1. Example safety warning sign

b.
c.d. The staff should take care that the conducting material such as ladders, steel tape, umbrella etc. should
not be used in the switchyard when the substation is charged.
d.e. Only Approved ladders must be used which are of no greater length than is required for the work.
e.f. The operator/ staff should not get distracted by the usage of mobile phone while working in switchyard
area.
f.g. A standard first aid box with medicines & bandages etc. shall be provided at all electrical installations.
g.h. Temporary changes or change over made in the switchyard or control room or on the EHV line should
be displayed on the board near to the sitting arrangement of the shift in charge till such arrangement
exists.
h.i. Use of series lamp / testers shall not be used for testing any live circuit. Non-contact type voltage
detectors shall be used instead.
I.Special Rules: -
Working or testing carried out on or near to a System to which these Safety rules cannot be applied, or for special
reasons should not be applied, shall be carried out in accordance with an Approved procedure and Power System
Safety Standards. (For instance EHV/HV Hot Line working cannot be covered in basic Safety Rules).
II.a. A. Safety Clearances for Working on Extra High Voltage (EHV) and High Voltage Systems of
transmission lines
Persons shall not be allowed any part of their body or objects to approach within the following Safety Formatted Table
Clearances to exposed EHV/HV conductors, which are Live. (Except during approved live line work).
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Rated Voltage Safety Working Clearance Formatted: Font: 3 pt
(kV) (Meters)
Up to 33 0.8
66 1.0
132 1.4
220 2.4
400 3.1
B.b. Safety Clearances for Working on Extra High Voltage (EHV) and High Voltage Systems for outdoor
substations.
The following minimum safety working clearances shall be maintained for the bare conductors or live
parts of any apparatus in outdoor sub-stations as per rule 64 (2) (a) (ii) of IE Rules, excluding overhead
lines of HV and EHV installations.
Highest System Voltage Safety Working Clearance
(kV) (Meters)
12 2.6
36 2.8
72.5 3.1
145 3.7
245 4.3
420 6.4
C.6.2 Work on Energized /De-energized electrical equipment : Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt
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a. The first consideration for working on any electrical system is to have the circuit positively de-energized. Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, No bullets or
b. Prior to performing any work on energized equipment, you must be qualified and authorized for the work numbering
tasks
a.c. You must also conduct a shock risk assessment (Appendix A) and an arc flash risk assessment (Appendix B)
prior to work on energized equipment.
b.d. All circuits and equipment must be considered energized until opened, tagged and/or locked.
c.e. All circuits and equipment should be proven de-energized by testing with an approved testing device
(through HT voltage detector-non touching type for HV/EHV equipment & digital multi-meter/voltmeter
reading for MV/LV equipment) known to be in proper working order.
d.f. All equipment shall be checked for absence of voltage wearing the proper PPEs: Safety gloves (IEC class,
Safety shoes & safety helmet).
e.g. System should be grounded and shorted for eliminating the chances of back feed of power. The grounding
and shorting device should be selected and installed in accordance with appropriate standards.
f.h. Whenever work is to be performed on a positively de-energized system, the worker must also identify and
protect against any accidental contact with any exposed energized parts in the vicinity of the work.
g.i. While working at night, operation area shall be well lighted by torches/focused lights etc.
D.A. Electrical Safety Procedure and Safe Practices :
i. At least two employees shall be present while the following types of work are being performed; Formatted Table
a. Installation, removal, or repair of lines that are energized at more than 600 volts. Formatted: Font: +Body (Calibri)
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b. Installation, removal, or repair of de-energized lines if an employee is exposed to contact
with other parts energized at more than 600 volts,
c. Installation, removal, or repair of equipment, such as transformers, capacitors, and regulators,

if an employee is exposed to contact with parts energized at more than 600 volts
ii. General precautions to be taken before climbing or working on transmission towers or working on
conductors:
a) One Responsible Officer (Supervisor/Engineer) should always be present at the site of work.
b) The "CIRCUIT UNDER SHUT DOWN" as per LCP should be identified at the working locations (s) with the
help of a circuit plate, name plate, location number, phase plate or any other reliable method.
c) All linesmen who work on the transmission towers, conductors or fittings, shall wear and make use of
safety belts/harnesses and other safety equipment’s provided for their safety and protection.
d) The D/C line should be provided with the colour code for the circuits. The line staff should be clearly told
about the circuit under shut-down with the colour code.
e) One green flag should be provided at the circuit under shut-down and one red flag should at the circuit
under charged condition at the sub-station at the LA structure.
f) Safe Electrical Clearance shall be maintained by all linesmen until all the Additional Earths are correctly
connected to conductors or jumpers of circuitries under shut-down.
A. Safety Standards:
This section provides a list of standards that applies to the transmission line, substations and engineering.
6.16.3 Design & Construction Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt

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a. All electrical equipment supplied shall have valid type test certificates with test conducted from any accredited Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, No bullets or
NABL approved / Renowned international test labs. numbering
b. All medium and above voltage ranges of switchgears -circuit breakers, AC dis-connectors & earth switches, switch
fuse units, contactor & contactor based motor starters, metal enclosed switchgears etc , shall have valid internal
arc test certificates complying to minimum IEC 62271 series standards. Such switchgears should compulsorily be
remotely operated.
c. The transfer of with-drawable parts to or from service position shall be carried out without reducing the specified
level of arc protection. Closing, opening and racking operations from behind a closed door, ensures that the IAC
rating is not compromised or reduced, therefore the switchgear can be safely can be operated electrically and/or
mechanically without compromising the internal arc classification of the switchgear, and endangering the
operator.
d. Other components within the switchgear like current transformer and voltage transformer should have valid type
test in accordance to IEC-60044 series.
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e. Consideration for switchgear room design
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a. Formatted: Font: 3 pt
f. All equipment should be capable of operations at continuous full load in the environmental condition it is
installed.
6.26.4 Documentation & equipment labeling : Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Not
Highlight
Drawings, panel directories & other documentation provide critical reference information for planning Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, No bullets or
and safely and reliably executing isolation, operation, maintenance & construction of electrical numbering
equipment and systems. The critical information include : Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Bold, Not
a) Single line drawings. Highlight
b) Schematic drawings,
c) Maps of underground electrical services.
d) Panel schedules.
e) Electrical system studies (e.g. short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazards-
analysis studies).
Equipment labeling as per standard shall be done to identify and isolate electrical hazards
6.36.5 Execution & Operations Requirements : Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Bold
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i). Civil works: numbering
a. The excavation for pad or pile type foundations in excess of 1.5-mtr. depth located on unstable
earth, shall be either sloped to the angle of repose or shored if entry is required.
b. Ladders shall be provided for access to pad or pile type-footing excavations in excess of 1.2 mtr.
c. Switchyard should be laid with stone gravel layer of min 150 mm thick with grit of 40 mm size.
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ii) Protection of EHV substations Formatted: Font: +Body (Calibri)
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a. All protective relays shall be tested for their proper operations atleast once every year ( or as per Formatted: Font: 3 pt
OEM’s recommendations) & record of such testing will be maintained.
b. Record of mal-operations or non-operations of all protective relays shall be maintained. After
every such mal-operation investigation for its causes shall be carried out & remedial measures
will be taken.
iii) Underground Cables/ Over Head conductors:
c. While supervising any excavation work in substation, cables undergrounding map shall be
available with the authorized electrical engineer.
d. Selection of power & control cable rating should be as per the de-rating factor of OEM data sheet
in compliance to IS 7098 Part 2.
e. In tree populated area, insulated overhead conductor shall be used so as to prevent the feeder
tripping in earth fault.
f. Joints between conductors of overhead lines shall be mechanically and electrically secure under
the conditions of operation. The ultimate strength of the joint shall not be less than 95 per cent
of that of the conductor and the electrical conductivity not less than that of the conductor.
(Provided that no conductor of an overhead line shall have more than two joints in a span).
g. Guarding of OH line is mandatory at highway, railway crossing & HT/LT line crossings.
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+ Numbering Style: a, b, c, … + Start at: 1 + Alignment:
Left + Aligned at: 0.75" + Indent at: 1"
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h.g. Wherever an OH line crosses other OH line following clearances (In Meters) shall be maintained.
ivii. Earthing:
a. Maximum allowable earth resistance of an electrical system shall be as per

i. Major power station : 0.5 Ohm
ii. Major Sub-stations ( like Pooling Substations): 1.0 Ohm
iii. Minor Sub-station( like Unit substation) : 2 Ohm
iv. Neutral Bushing : 2 Ohm
v. LT Service connection :4 Ohm
vi. Medium Voltage Network : 2 Ohm
vii. L.T. Lightening Arrestor : 4 Ohm
viii. L.T. Service Pole : 5 Ohm
ix. H.T. transmission Pole : 10 Ohm
x. Tower Footing : 30 Ohm
b. Check for combined earth resistance value of electrical systems at least once in year (Except
Transmission Lines where 5% randomly selected locations every year).
c. Labeling of earth pits to respective equipment’s shall be assigned.
d. Step & Touch potential should be designed in accordance with IEEE-80
e. Earthing conductor shall have short time rating of three second equal to short circuiting
rating of overhead lines, electrical equipment etc as standardised for that voltage class & in
no case be less than 8 SWG GI wire for earthing of the metal support & 70 sq mm for
earthing the equipments and if made of iron or steel, shall be galvanised.
f. The sub-station ground and the fence ground should not be interlinked.
6.4f. iv. Station battery room :

v.Station Battery Room
a. In battery room, industrial fan shall be provided for proper ventilation.
b. While handling acid batteries, proper care must be taken and recommended PPE (face mask,
apron and gloves) must be used.
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d. Always clean spilled acid immediately. Formatted: Font: +Body (Calibri)
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e. During handling acid, sufficient quantity of water must be available. Formatted: Font: 3 pt
vi. Outlet and fuses at work place :
a. Finger safe design to prevent inadvertent or accidental contact with bare hands and fingers.
a. Electrical outlets that are outdoors or near sink or water sources shall be equipped with a
ground fault circuit interrupter or earth leakage circuit breaker (GFCI or ELCB) of 30mA rating
b.
b. The supply of energy to every electrical installation other than low voltage installation
below 5KW, service lines, metering system, licence’s control gears & effectively earthed overhead
lines with protective devices as per rule 91 of IE rules, shall be controlled by an earth leakage
protective device as above, so as to disconnect the supply instantly on the occurrence of earth
fault or leakage of current. Earth leakage relay shall be single or three phase as per electrical supply
to the installation.
6.56.6 V. Extension cords / Portable Equipment: Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Bold
a. Only use extension cords as a temporary wiring solution. If you need to use an extension cord Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, No bullets or
to deliver power to the same location for more than 7 days, you must install a permanent numbering
outlet instead.
b.a. EXCEPTION: Power strips labeled by a NRTL and used for low-powered loads, such as
computers, peripherals, or audio/video components according to the labeling requirements
may remain longer than 7 days.
c.a. Select an extension cord that is adequate for your task. a. If you need an extension cord for
low-amperage equipment like portable test equipment, use an extension cord with a rating of
at least 10 A (1.0 mm2 or 16 AWG).
d.a. If you need an extension cord for higher-amperage equipment (over 10 amps) like portable
tools or appliances, use a three-wire extra-heavy duty extension cord, with a rating of at least
13 A (1.5 mm2 or 14 AWG) for distances up to 25 meters (75 feet) or a rating of at least 15 A
(2.5 mm2 or 12 AWG) for distances from 22.5 to 30 meters (75 to 100 feet).
e.a. Use power strips only for low-wattage equipment, and do not plug one power strip into
another plug power strip (known as “daisy chaining”).
f.a. Protect extension cords from damage due to traffic, sharp corners, or pinching.
g.a. Make sure that extension cords do not create a trip hazard in working spaces or walkways.
a. Only use extension cords as a temporary wiring solution. If you need to use an extension cord
to deliver power to the same location for more than 7 days, you must install a permanent
outlet instead.
EXCEPTION: Power strips labeled by a NRTL and used for low-powered loads, such as
computers, peripherals, or audio/video components according to the labeling requirements
may remain longer than 7 days.
b. Select an extension cord that is adequate for your task. a. If you need an extension cord for
low-amperage equipment like portable test equipment, use an extension cord with a rating of
at least 10 A (1.0 mm2 or 16 AWG).
c. If you need an extension cord for higher-amperage equipment (over 10 amps) like portable
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tools or appliances, use a three-wire extra-heavy duty extension cord, with a rating of at least
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13 A (1.5 mm2 or 14 AWG) for distances up to 25 meters (75 feet) or a rating of at least 15 A Formatted: Font: 3 pt
(2.5 mm2 or 12 AWG) for distances from 22.5 to 30 meters (75 to 100 feet).
d. Use power strips only for low-wattage equipment, and do not plug one power strip into
another plug power strip (known as “daisy chaining”).
e. Protect extension cords from damage due to traffic, sharp corners, or pinching.
f. Make sure that extension cords do not create a trip hazard in working spaces or walkways.
h.g. Do not secure extension cords or other flexible electrical cords with staples or anything else
that could damage the insulation.
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1.16.7 Electrical Tools & Gadgets Highlight
a. Insulating HT Gloves – Rubber insulating gloves should be as per following selection criteria. Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, Indent: Left: 0"
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b.a. Contactless Voltage Tester: This type of tester shall be used to check the presence of low AC voltage in
auxiliary circuits.
 Standard complies to EN61010-1

 50V-1000V AC
 Contactless voltage testing
 Clear LED and acoustic warning signal when the voltage has been determined
 Handy pen format, which fits easily into a jacket or tool pocket
 Automatic self Test features.
c.b. High Voltage Detector : Before working in Transmission lines , equipment of HV and above voltage
range, the electrical system shall be tested for voltage free through using HV Voltage detectors.
Standard Ref : IEC 61243-1 / CPRI
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Insulated Stick
Proximity Sensor
d.c. Insulated Tools : While working in an electrical system insulated non sparking tools shall be used.
Reference Standard : ASTM F1505-94
e.d. Earth Discharge Rod : FRP telescopic type earth rods shall be used for Earthing isolated dead part of circuit
under maintenance/ execution.
132 - 220
Voltage Rating 11 - 33 kV 66 - 132 kV 400 kV
kV
03 x 5ft 04 x 4ft 03 x 6ft
Total Section 03 x 5ft height
height height height
Assembled Height 15 Ft 15 Ft 16 Ft 18 Ft
Die cast Aluminium
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Earthing Instrument
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B.6.8 Electrical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) :
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Qualified workers are responsible for avoiding and preventing accidents while performing electrical work, repairs, Formatted: Font: 3 pt
or troubleshooting electrical equipment. Personnel shall wear or use personal protective equipment (PPE), and
protective clothing that is appropriate for safe performance of work. See Table I.1 bellow.
FULL BODY
ACVITIY SAFETY SHOE HELMET HAND GLOVE R. JACKET GOGGLE FACE SHIELD NOSE MASK EAR PLUGS
HARNESS
Site Entry
Trasnformer
Yard
Switch Yard Area
Maintenance
Work At Height
Material
Handling
House Keeping
Subject Reference Standard Ref Pic.

Reference Standard : EN 131 .
Standard insulated ladder, made of
dielectric fiberglass and aluminium.
Ladder
Reference Standard:
ASTM F1117-87. This shall be used
as protection against step and
Dielectric
touch potential while working in
Overshoes
600V and above. Insulated soles
shall not be used as primary
electrical protection.
ANSI Z89.1-1986, Class (E), Hard Hat

Head Protection to reduce danger of contact at High
Voltage tested at 20kV (Phase-Gnd)
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IS :15652 Specifications 25mm Formatted: Font: 3 pt
thick, rubber Insulating mat shall be
Mats
used in front of all the electrical
panels.
Ref. Standard : NFPA 70E, HRC 4

class .
Arc Flash Suit Clothing : Cotton Underwear FR
shirt, FR Paint, Double layer
Compliance switching coat and pants.
to standard
safety
procedures
shall be included as part of the plant internal audit process.
Plants should have procedures in place to help ensure that design changes and field modifications in electrical
systems are reviewed, approved & documented and communicated to personnel who may be affected by the
changes.
Monitor Formatted: Font: (Default) +Body (Calibri), 11 pt, Font

Electrical safety procedure shall be reviewed and re-authorized at intervals not to exceed two years and shall be color: Text 1
consistent with local regulations and the requirements of this standard. This standard shall be reviewed as and Formatted: Normal, Indent: Left: 0"
when:-
a. CEA notifies rules/ code/ standards (referred to as ‘safety code’) specifying measures for safety under
section 53 and section 177 (2) of the Electricity Act 2003.
b. Any change is effected in ‘Safety Code’ or Indian Electricity Rules or Indian Standards referred to in these
standards or with the issue of new Indian Standards relevant to safety.
c. Any difficulty is encountered in enforcing these standards or any deficiency is observed during its
implementation.
The review shall include individuals involved in the execution of specific task to which the procedure pertains.
7.0 References
a. The Indian Electricity Rules 1956
b. The Indian Electricity Act 1910
c. The Electricity Act 2003
d. ISO Standards (relevant)
e. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in Workplace
8.0 Records Formatted: Normal

8.0
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9.0 Review :
Electrical safety procedure shall be reviewed and re-authorized at intervals not to exceed two years and shall be
consistent with local regulations and the requirements of this standard. This standard shall be reviewed as and
when:-
a. CEA notifies rules/ code/ standards (referred to as ‘safety code’) specifying measures for safety under
section 53 and section 177 (2) of the Electricity Act 2003.
b. Any change is effected in ‘Safety Code’ or Indian Electricity Rules or Indian Standards referred to in these
standards or with the issue of new Indian Standards relevant to safety.
c. Any difficulty is encountered in enforcing these standards or any deficiency is observed during its
implementation.
The review shall include individuals involved in the execution of specific task to which the procedure pertains.
10.0 Appendix Formatted: Heading 1
10.1 Evaluating Shock Risk and Determining Protection Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt
Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes
Shock Protection Boundaries
Your risk of being shocked by exposed energized electrical conductors or circuit parts depends in part on your
distance to the conductor. Shock protection boundaries describe zones of risk depending on how far away you are
from the conductors or parts.
Figure 1: illustrates the shock protection boundaries around an exposed energized conductor
the limited approach boundary is the radius within which a shock hazard exists.
The restricted approach boundary is the radius within which an elevated risk of shock from arc-over or
inadvertent movement contact exists.
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Shock Risk Assessment Formatted: Font: 3 pt
A shock risk assessment determines the shock hazards, approach boundary distances, PPE requirements, and
insulated tools and equipment for a specific electrical work task.
To conduct a shock risk assessment, first determine the voltage to which you will be exposed,
Then use the below tables for Approach Distances to determine the radii of the restricted and limited approach
boundaries for your voltage and current type.
i. If you are working above 914 meters (3000 feet) elevation, apply the correction factor for your altitude.
ii. For moveable conductors, such as suspended over-head power lines, follow the requirements for the
specific voltage and associated approach distance in the “Exposed Movable Conductor” column of the
tables. Example: 12.470 kV ac overhead line’s approach boundary is 3 meters or 10 feet.
Once you have determined the approach boundary distances, use Sections E.1, E.2, and E.4 of APPENDIX E to
select the proper PPE and insulated tools and equipment for work within the restricted approach boundary.
i. You must wear electrical insulated gloves with an outer covering of leather for protection when working
inside the restricted approach boundary. Refer to the tables and instructions in APPENDIX E to select and
care for the gloves.
ii. You must wear ASTM F2413 EH-rated or equivalent-rated electrical shock resistant safety shoes or boots
when working within the restricted approach boundary.
Record your shock risk assessment information, including approach boundaries and PPE requirements, on your
energized electrical work permit form.
Work within the Limited Approach Boundary

Both qualified and unqualified persons may work within the limited approach boundary, but a qualified person
must advise the unqualified person of the hazards and escort them while inside the boundary.
The person responsible for the energized work activity shall ensure the limited approach boundary is marked using
signs, barriers, or safety attendants. This person also shall ensure unqualified persons working near the energized
work area are instructed to stay outside of the limited approach boundary.
Work within the Restricted Approach Boundary

Only qualified persons may work within the restricted work boundary.
Qualified employees may not cross, work within, or extend a conductive object across this boundary unless they
do all of the following:
i. Wear the insulated electrical safety gloves and other PPE and use insulated tools and equipment
determined in their shock risk assessment.
ii. Insulate the energized conductor from themselves and from all other conductive objects at a different
potential by using an insulated cover or barrier, or confirm it is insulated already.
Table 1: Approach Distances

Implement Approach Boundaries around live parts for shock protection. All data indicates the distance from the energized conductor
to the respective approach boundary (the radius of the boundary).
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Nominal System Voltage Limited Approach Boundary Restricted Approach Boundary
Rating Phase to Phase (Unqualified workers must not cross) (Qualified Person Requires
Exposed Movable Conductor Exposed Fixed Conductor Voltage Rated PPE to Cross)
Less than 50 V Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
50 V – 150 V 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 6 in.) Avoid contact
151 V – 750 V 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 6 in.) 0.3 m (1 ft. 0 in.)
751 V - 15 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft. 0 in.) 0.7 m (2 ft. 2 in.)
15 kV - 36 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.8 m (6 ft. 0 in.) 0.8 m (2 ft. 7 in.)
36.1 kV – 46 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft. 0 in.) 0.8 m (2 ft. 9 in.)
46.1 kV – 72.5 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 3 in.)
72.6 kV – 121 kV 3.3 m (10 ft. 8 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft. 0 in.) 1.13 m (3 ft. 9 in.)
121 kV – 145 kV 3.4 m (11 ft. 0 in.) 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.3 m (4 ft. 4in.)
145 kV – 169 kV 3.6 m (11 ft. 8 in.) 3.6 m (11 ft. 8 in.) 1.46 m (4 ft. 10 in.)
Shock Hazard Approach Boundaries for Direct Current Systems
Nominal System Voltage Rating Phase to Limited Approach Boundary Restricted Approach Boundary (Qualified
Phase (Unqualified workers must not cross) Person Requires Voltage Rated PPE to
Cross)
Exposed Movable Conductor Exposed Fixed Conductor
Less than 100 V Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
100 V–300 V 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 6 in.) Avoid contact
301 V–1 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 6 in.) 0.3 m (1 ft. 0 in.)
1.1 kV–5 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft. 0 in.) 0.5 m (1 ft. 5 in.)
5 kV–15 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 1.5 m (5 ft. 0 in.) 0.7 m (2 ft. 2 in.)
45.1 kV– 75 kV 3.0 m (10 ft. 0 in.) 2.5 m (8 ft. 0 in.) 1.0 m (3 ft. 2 in.)
Note 1: For single-phase systems, select the range that is equal to the system’s maximum phase-to ground voltage multiplied by 1.732
Note 2: Exposed movable conductors describes a condition in which the distance between the conductor and a person is not under the
control of the person. The term is normally applied to overhead line conductors.
Altitude Correction Factors

METERS / FEET Correction Factor
0 to 900 / 0 to 2,950 1.00
901 to 1200 / 2,951 to 3,900 1.02
1201 to 1500 / 3,901 to 4,900 1.05 Formatted Table
1501 to 1800 / 4,901 to 5,900 1.08
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1801 to 2100 / 5,901 to 6,850 1.11 Formatted: Font: 3 pt
2101 to 2400 / 6,851 to 7,850 1.14
2401 to 2700 / 7,851 to 8,850 1.17
2701 to 3000 / 8,851 to 9,800 1.20
3001 to 3600 / 9,801 to 11,800 1.25
3601 to 4200 / 11,801 to 13,750 1.30
4201 to 4800 / 13,751 to 15,700 1.35
4801 to 5400 / 15,701 to 17,700 1.39
5401 to 6000 / 17,701 to 19,650 1.44
Example: When performing work at elevations greater than 900 m (2950 ft.) above sea level, determine the minimum approach
distance by multiplying the distance by the above correction factor corresponding to the altitude. For example, if a person were
working on a 69 kV AC system at 1300 meters (4250 feet) the correction factor is 1.05 and the appropriate Restricted Approach
Boundary would be (1.0 m X 1.05) = 1.05 m.
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10.2 Calculation of Arc Flash Risk (Distance) and determining Protection
Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt
Incident Energy Analysis (Arc Flash Hazard Study) Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Not Bold
An incident energy analysis, also called an “arc flash hazard study,” provides more accurate information for electrical Formatted: Heading 2,Black Boxes, Adjust space
workers to evaluate arc flash risk and select arc flash PPE than the alternative method of using Arc Flash PPE Categories between Latin and Asian text, Adjust space between
tables. Asian text and numbers
Standard recommends that Renew facilities conduct an incident energy analysis. Organizations should prioritize incident
energy analyses for facilities with system voltages greater than 250 V or system voltages less than or equal to 250 V
supplied by a 125 kVA or larger transformer.
Facilities that conduct an incident energy analysis must update their incident energy analysis when a major modification or
renovation takes place, and review it at least every five (5) years to account for changes in the electrical distribution
system. These facilities must update arc flash hazard warning labels where necessary.
The scope of an incident energy analysis should include at least all portions of the electrical system in the facility having
voltages greater than 250 V and those portions having voltages less than or equal to 250 V supplied by a 125 kVA or larger
transformer. IEEE Std. 1584 is the preferred method for determining the incident energy and arc flash boundary.
Information for the analysis should be used to label equipment.
An incident energy analysis typically requires contracting with a company staffed with specialists in electrical power
systems engineering. The incident energy analysis process uses information from a short-circuit study and a protective
device coordination study. The facility may conduct these pre-requisite studies as a separate contract and use the resulting
short circuit and fault clearing time information in applying the PPE Categories Method of arc flash risk assessments until
the such time as an incident energy analysis is completed. Alternately, the facility may incorporate those studies into the
scope of the incident energy analysis.
Arc Flash Boundary

The arc flash boundary is the radius within which a serious arc flash burn hazard exists. At the arc flash boundary, the
energy from an arc flash, called incident energy, is 1.2 cal./cm2.
Arc Flash Assessment

In an arc flash risk assessment, you determine whether an arc flash hazard exists, and, if it exists, you determine the arc flash
boundary, the appropriate safety-related work practices, and PPE that you must wear within the arc flash boundary.
Record your arc flash risk assessment (RA) information on your electrical work permit form if your task requires an Work
Permit. Otherwise, you do not need to record the Risk Assessment.
Begin your risk assessment by determining whether an arc flash hazard exists for your work task by using Table B-1. For
some tasks arc flash PPE may or may not be required depending upon conditions. In those cases, do the following before
deciding arc flash PPE is not required.
i. Confirm the equipment is in the facility’s electrical maintenance program
ii. Visually check to see that the device’s cover is closed and secured and that there is no evidence of arcing,
overheating, loose or bound parts, or visible damage or deterioration
If PPE is not required, then no arc flash hazard exists; your arc flash risk assessment is complete, Otherwise, an arc flash
hazard exists.
If the equipment has an arc flash hazard warning label with the arc flash boundary distance, use the Incident Energy
Method for the risk assessment. Otherwise, use the Arc Flash PPE Categories Method. Formatted Table
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PREFERRED: Incident Energy Method
Obtain the arc flash boundary value from the arc flash hazard warning label. If all of your work activity will be outside the
arc flash boundary, then arc flash PPE is not required; your arc flash RA is complete.
Obtain the incident energy and working distance values from the arc flash hazard warning label on the equipment.
If your work activity will require you to place your face and chest area closer to the arc source than the working distance
on the label, then you will need to adjust the incident energy value. Use the equation in Appendix A, paragraph A.3 to
calculate the incident energy at the working distance of your task.
Select PPE from Table B-2 A based on the incident energy value.
Any PPE used must meet or exceed the incident energy expected.
ALTERNATIVE: PPE Categories Method
Option 1: If you confirm the electrical system is less than 250 Vac and fed by a transformer smaller than 125 kVA, and the
working distance of your task (i.e. distance of face and chest area from the arc source) is at least 18 inches (455 mm), then
proceed with the remaining steps in this option. Otherwise, skip to Option 2.
i. Use Table B-2.1 in Appendix B to determine the arc flash boundary and PPE category. You may assume the
fault clearing time and available short current are acceptable under these conditions.
ii. If you will work inside the arc flash boundary, use Table B-3 to determine the required PPE for the PPE
category. If you will only work outside the arc flash boundary, then arc flash PPE is not required; your arc flash
RA is complete; and you can skip the remainder of 4.5.5.
Option 2: If you confirm the electrical system is 600 V or less, then proceed with the remaining steps in this option. Otherwise, skip to
Option 3.
i. Find your equipment in Table B-2.1 (for ac) or Table B-2.2 (for dc) in Appendix B.
ii. If the working distance of your task is less than the working distance for that equipment in the Appendix B table, skip to
Option 3.
iii. For work on ac systems verify conformance to the fault clearing time parameter in Table B-2.1. Determine the type and
interrupting rating of the breaker or overcurrent protection device (OCPD) immediately upstream of each point where a
fault and arc flash could occur on the equipment associated with your work task. If the OCPD is one of the types in Table
4-1, then use the Response Time as the fault clearing time. If that fault clearing time exceeds the value in Table B-2.1, skip
to Option 3.
iv. For work on ac systems also verify conformance to the available short circuit current parameter in the Table B-2.1. Use
the short circuit amps from Table 1 for the size and phase of transformer upstream of your equipment. If the circuit
includes motor loads, account for the contribution to fault current from motors by adding four times the motors’ full load
current (from the nameplate on the motor) to the short-circuit current value in Table 1.
Table 1: Response times for overcurrent protection devices
Type of Overcurrent Protection Device Response Time Formatted Table

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Current limiting fuse (600V & below) .004 Formatted: Font: 3 pt
Standard molded case circuit breaker without short-time- .0167
delay (600V & below)
Insulated case circuit breaker without short-time-delay (600V .033
& below)
Low voltage power (air frame) circuit breaker without short- .05
time-delay (600V & below)
Current limiting molded case circuit breaker (600V & below) .004
If the OCPD is not in this table, then you must determine the clearing time for that device. Note: Any time
delay included in the device will typically result in clearing times exceeding the maximum clearing time
parameter when that parameter is 2 cycles (0.03 seconds).
v. If the short circuit current, including the contribution from motor loads exceeds the value in Table B-1, skip to Option 3.
vi. If you will work within the arc flash boundary, use Table B-1 in Appendix B to determine the required PPE for the PPE
category. If you will only work outside the arc flash boundary, then arc flash PPE is not required; your arc flash RA is
complete; and you can skip the remainder steps.
OPTION 3: If this is an emergency that requires the work to be conducted while the equipment is energized, contact an
electrical engineer familiar with power systems engineering and arc flash risk assessments to help you determine the
appropriate arc flash PPE.
Additional information Arc Flash Hazard PPE

a. System recommends that ReNew facilities label electrical equipment with an arc flash hazard warning label
according to the following guidelines. a. Label switchboards, switchgear, panel boards, industrial control panels,
meter socket enclosures, and motor control centers that are likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing,
or maintenance work while energized.
b. The arc flash hazard warning label should contain the nominal system voltage, the arc flash boundary, and at least
one of the following:
i. Available incident energy and the corresponding working distance as determined by an incident energy analysis
or the arc flash PPE category for the equipment as determined by the Arc Flash PPE Categories Method but not
both;
ii. Minimum arc rating of clothing;
iii. Site-specific level of PPE.
c. See below for an example on an arc flash hazard warning label.
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Figure 1. Examples of arc flash hazard warning labels
d. Choose safety shoe or boots with an all-leather upper or otherwise arc-rated when there is potential exposure to
an arc flash.
e. Inspect arc-rated clothing before each use. Do not use work clothing or arc flash suits contaminated with grease,
oil, flammable liquids or combustible materials or whose protective qualities have been impaired by
contamination or damage.
f. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when laundering arc-rated clothing. Do not treat the clothing with
bleach, fabric softeners, starch or any other substance that can interfere with or harm the arc-rating of the
garment.
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Table A1: Using the Incident Energy Analysis Method to Select Arc Flash PPE
Description of PPE Calculated Incident Energy Exposure Formatted: Font: 11.5 pt
(cal/cm2)
<1.2 >-1.2 -12 >12
Non-melting untreated natural fiber clothing (such as all-cotton) or arc-rated X X X
underlayers (when used)
Non-melting or untreated natural fiber long sleeve shirt & long pants or X
coverall
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt & arc-rated pants (or arc-rated coverall) or arc SR
flash suit rated equal to or greater than the determined incident energy
established from analysis3
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt & arc-rated pants (or arc-rated coverall) and/or SR
arc flash suit rated equal to or greater than the determined incident energy
established from analysis3
Arc-rated face shield and arc-rated balaclava or arc flash suit hood rated SR2
greater than the determined incident energy established from analysis
Arc-rated arc flash suit hood greater than incident energy established from X
analysis
Arc-rated: jacket, parka, rainwear, hard hat liner AN AN
Face shield for projectile protection AN2
Hard hat electrically insulated rated for the task X X
Non-conductive safety glasses with side shields or goggles SR SR SR
Hearing Protection (Ear canal inserts) X X X
Heavy duty leather gloves AN1 X1
Arc-rated gloves greater than incident energy established from analysis X1
All leather upper work safety shoes or boots AN X X
Notes: X = Required, AN=As Needed SR=Selection

Required
1. Rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors provide arc flash protection in addition to shock protection. Higher class rubber
insulating gloves with leather protectors, due to their increased material thickness, provide increased arc flash protection.
2. Face shields are to have wrap-around guarding to protect not only the face, but also the forehead, chin, ears, and neck area, or,
alternatively, an arc-rated flash suit hood is to be worn.
3. Arc Rating can be either the arc thermal performance value (ATPV) or energy of break open threshold (EBT), whichever is the lower
measured value. (This results in a more protective garment)
A2 LAYERING OF ARC-RATED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

An individual may be routinely dressed in an 8 cal/cm2 shirt and 12 cal/cm2 pants. If the determined incident energy is
greater than 8 but less than 12 cal/cm2, the individual must add an additional protective layer of Arc-Rated fabric to cover
the shirt.
The layer added must be of the same fabric type to be able to add the ATPV rating of each layer. The ATPV rating of dis-
similar Arc-Rated fabrics may not be routinely added together to obtain a total ATPV rating. Dis-similar fabric layers must
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layer fabric during an arc flash may interfere with the ability of the layer beneath to protect the individual properly if they Formatted: Font: 3 pt
are dis-similar fabrics.
A3: ADJUSTING INCIDENT ENERGY VALUE FOR DIFFERENT WORKING DISTANCE

If you will be conducting your work activity at a distance from the arc flash source different from the working distance
appearing on the label, you must adjust the incident energy value that you will use in Table A-1.
Use the following equation to calculate the incident energy at the working distance of your task.
Etask = Elabel x (Dlabel / Dtask)N where

Etask = incident energy at working distance of your task
Elabel = incident energy on the label
Dlabel = working distance on the label
Dtask = actual working distance of your task
N is the distance exponent from IEEE Std. 1584’s Table 4
Type of equipment System voltage N

Open air or Cables 208V to 15kV 2.000
Switchgear 1 kV or less 1.473
Switchgear >1kV to 15kV 0.973
MCC’s and Panels 1 kV or less 1.641
From IEEE Std. 1584 Table 4
The equation above was derived from the IEEE Std. 1584 equation that was included in the 2015 NFPA 70E Appendix D as
Equation D.4.3(c).
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Table B 1 : Arc Flash Hazard Identification Table for AC & DC Systems
Arc Flash PPE
Tasks Performed on Energized Equipment Equipment Condition Required
Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch Any No
Normal operation of a circuit breaker (CB), switch, contactor, or starter All of the following: No
The equipment is properly installed
The equipment is properly maintained
All equipment doors are closed and secured
All equipment covers are in place and secured
There is no evidence of impending failure
One or more of the following: Yes
The equipment is NOT properly installed
The equipment is NOT properly maintained
Equipment doors are open and NOT secured
Equipment covers are off or NOT secured
There IS evidence of impending failure
For ac systems: Work on energized electrical conductor and circuit parts, including Any Yes
voltage testing
For dc systems: Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of series- Any Yes
connected battery cells, including voltage testing
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Voltage testing on individual battery cells or individual multi-cell units All of the following: No

Covers for all other equipment are in place and
secured
Equipment doors are open or NOT secured
Any Yes
Removal or installation of CBs or switches
Removal or installation of covers for equipment such as wireways, junction boxes, and
cable trays that does not expose bare energized electrical conductors and circuit All of the following: No
parts.
Any of the following: Yes
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Removal of bolted covers (to expose bare energized electrical conductors and circuits Any Yes
parts). For dc systems, this includes bolted covers, such as battery terminal covers.
Removal of battery intercell connector covers All of the following: No

Covers for all other equipment are in place and
secured
Equipment doors are open or not secured
Equipment covers are off or not secured
Opening hinged door(s) or cover(s) (to expose bare energized electrical conductors Any Yes
and circuit parts)
Perform infrared thermography and other noncontact inspections outside the

restricted approach boundary. This activity does not include opening of doors or Any No
covers.
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Any Yes
Applications of temporary protective grounding equipment after voltage test
Work on control circuits with exposed energized electrical conductors and circuit Any No
parts, 120 volts or below without any other exposed energized equipment over 120 V
including opening of hinged covers to gain access
Work on control circuits with exposed energized electrical conductors and circuit
Any Yes
parts, greater than 120 V
Insertion or removal of individual starter buckets from motor control center (MCC) Any Yes
Insertion or removal (racking) of Circuit Breakers (CB) or starters from cubicals, doors
Any Yes
open or closed
Insertion or removal of plug-in devices into or from busways Any Yes
Insulated cable examination with no manipulation of the cable Any No
Insulated cable examination WITH manipulation of the cable Any Yes
Work on exposed energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of equipment Any Yes
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Insertion and removal of revenue meters (kW-hour, at primary voltage and current) Any Yes
For dc systems, insertion or removal of individual cells or multi-cell units of a battery

Any Yes
system in an enclosure
For dc systems, insertion or removal of individual cells or multi-cell units of a battery

Any No
system in an open rack
For dc systems, maintenance on a single cell of a battery system or multi-cell units in

Any No
an open rack
For dc systems, work on exposed energized electrical conductors and circuit parts of
Any Yes
utilization equipment directly supplied by a dc source
Arc-resistant switchgear Type 1 or 2 (for clearing times of < 0.5 sec with a prospective
fault current not to exceed the arc-resistant rating of the equipment) and metal
All of the following satisfied: No
enclosed interrupter switchgear, fused or unfused of arc resistant type construction,
tested in accordance with IEEE C37.20.7:

*Insertion or removal (racking) of Circuit Breakers (CB) from cubicals The equipment is properly maintained
*Insertion or removal (racking) of ground and test device All equipment doors are closed and secured
*Insertion or removal (racking) of voltage transformer on or off the bus All equipment covers are in place and secured
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Equipment doors are open and NOT secured
Opening voltage transformer or control power transformer compartments Any Yes
Outdoor disconnect switch operation (hookstick operated) 1 kV through 15 kV Any Yes
Outdoor disconnect switch operation (gang-operated from grade) 1 kV through 15 kV Any Yes
*The phrase properly installed, as used in this table, means that the equipment is installed in Note: Hazard identification is one component of risk
accordance with applicable industry codes and standards and the manufacturer's assessment. Risk assessment involves a
recommendations. The phrase properly maintained, as used in this table, means that the determination of the likelihood of occurrence of an
equipment has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations incident, resulting from a hazard that could cause
and applicable industry codes and standards. The phrase evidence of impending failure, as injury or damage to health. The assessment of the
used in this table, means that there is evidence of arcing, overheating, loose or bound likelihood of occurrence contained in this table does
equipment parts, visible damage, deterioration, or other damage. not cover every possible condition or situation. Where
this table indicates that arc flash PPE is not required,
an arc flash is not likely to occur.
Reference: NFPA 70E 2015 Table 130.7(C)(15)(A)(a)
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Table B-2.1
Arc-Flash Hazard PPE Categories for Alternating Current (ac) Systems
Enclosure Type and Voltage Rating Arc Flash Arc Flash
PPE Boundary
Category
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Table B2.2: Arc Flash Hazard PPE Categories for Direct Current (dc) Systems
B3: PPE CATEGORIES METHOD – SELECT THE REQUIRED PPE FOR THE PPE CATEGORY: Identify the arc flash
PPE required using Table B-3 and the arc flash PPE category determined from Table B-2.1 or Table
B-2.2.
Table B-3 Simplified PPE Requirements Chart

Arc Flash PPE Category
PPE Description 1 2 3 4
PPE Requirements
Minimum arc thermal performance value - ATPV (cal/cm2) 43 833 253 403
Non-melting untreated natural fiber clothing (such as all-cotton) or X X X X
arc-rated underlayers (when used)
Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt & arc-rated pants or arc-rated coverall X X
Arc-rated arc flash suit jacket and pants X X
Arc-rated jacket, parka, rainwear or hard hat liner AN5 AN5 AN5 AN5
Arc-rated arc flash suit hood X2 X2 X X
Arc-rated face shield X2 X2
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Arc-rated balaclava AN4 X

Heavy duty leather gloves X1 X1
Arc-rated gloves X1 X1
Hard hat electrically insulated rated for the task X X X X
Non-conductive safety glasses with side shields or goggles (choose at SR SR SR SR
least one or the other)
Hearing protection (ear canal inserts) X X X X
All leather upper heavy duty work footwear X X X X
Notes: X = Required, AN=As Needed,
SR=Selection Required
1. If rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors are used, additional leather or arc-rated gloves are not
required. The combination of rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors satisfies the arc flash protection
requirement.
2. Face shields are to have wrap-around guarding to protect not only the face, but also the forehead, ears, and
neck, or, alternatively, an arc-rated flash suit hood must be worn.
3. The arc rating used shall be the lower of the arc thermal performance value (ATPV) and the energy of break open
threshold (EBT) value. This results in a more protective garment.

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9.0 REVIEW : ........................................................................................................................................................... 2

I Electrical Tools & Gadgets 10

J Electrical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 12

K Monitor and Review 14

 Testing Engineer: Responsible for carrying out testing of electrical equipment’s.

6.1 Basic Safety Rules Formatted: Font: 14 pt

Figure 1. Example safety warning sign

D.A. Electrical Safety Procedure and Safe Practices :

c. Installation, removal, or repair of equipment, such as transformers, capacitors, and regulators,

6.16.3 Design & Construction Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt

iii) Underground Cables/ Over Head conductors:

a. Maximum allowable earth resistance of an electrical system shall be as per

6.4f. iv. Station battery room :

vi. Outlet and fuses at work place :

Formatted: Font: (Default) Cambria, 14 pt, Font color:

 Standard complies to EN61010-1

Switch Yard Area

Subject Reference Standard Ref Pic.

ANSI Z89.1-1986, Class (E), Hard Hat

Ref. Standard : NFPA 70E, HRC 4

Monitor Formatted: Font: (Default) +Body (Calibri), 11 pt, Font

8.0 Records Formatted: Normal

10.0 Appendix Formatted: Heading 1

Work within the Limited Approach Boundary

Work within the Restricted Approach Boundary

Table 1: Approach Distances

Shock Hazard Approach Boundaries for Direct Current Systems

Altitude Correction Factors

Arc Flash Boundary

Arc Flash Assessment

ALTERNATIVE: PPE Categories Method

Table 1: Response times for overcurrent protection devices

Type of Overcurrent Protection Device Response Time Formatted Table

Additional information Arc Flash Hazard PPE

Figure 1. Examples of arc flash hazard warning labels

Notes: X = Required, AN=As Needed SR=Selection

A2 LAYERING OF ARC-RATED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

A3: ADJUSTING INCIDENT ENERGY VALUE FOR DIFFERENT WORKING DISTANCE

Etask = Elabel x (Dlabel / Dtask)N where

Type of equipment System voltage N

Reading a panel meter while operating a meter switch Any No

The equipment is properly installed

Removal of battery intercell connector covers All of the following: No

The equipment is properly installed

Perform infrared thermography and other noncontact inspections outside the

Insertion or removal of plug-in devices into or from busways Any Yes

Insulated cable examination with no manipulation of the cable Any No

Insulated cable examination WITH manipulation of the cable Any Yes

For dc systems, insertion or removal of individual cells or multi-cell units of a battery

For dc systems, insertion or removal of individual cells or multi-cell units of a battery

For dc systems, maintenance on a single cell of a battery system or multi-cell units in

The equipment is properly installed

Opening voltage transformer or control power transformer compartments Any Yes

Outdoor disconnect switch operation (hookstick operated) 1 kV through 15 kV Any Yes

Reference: NFPA 70E 2015 Table 130.7(C)(15)(A)(a)

Standard on Electrical safety Date Approved:

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Standard on Electrical safety Date Approved:

Table B-3 Simplified PPE Requirements Chart

Standard on Electrical safety Date Approved:

Arc-rated balaclava AN4 X