Electrical Safety and the Law (PDF)

This book summarises the British legislation covering electrical
safety, including those regulations derived from European
directives. It also addresses the legislation relating to the
supply and use of safety-related electrotechnical control systems,
particularly on machinery.

As well as describing the legal framework, and the main legal
duties and applicable standards, the book describes electrical
hazards and how they arise; the types of accidents and dangerous
occurrences associated with the use of electricity; the main safety
precautions and protection techniques; testing and maintenance of
electrical systems; safety during testing work; the safety of
electrical installations and equipment used in flammable
atmospheres; and the particular risks associated with underground
cables and construction activity.

The Fourth Edition has been completely rewritten and expanded to
include

. legislation (such as the Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations 1999), standards and guidance material issued or
amended since the last edition.

. a new chapter on safety related electrotechnical control
systems, incorporating commentary on BS EN 954-1 and BS IEC 61508,
the main generic standards addressing the safety integrity of such
systems.

. a new chapter on the competence of practitioners working with
electrical systems and safety-related control systems.

This book will make a very useful addition to any safety
library and will provide a good reference source on electrical
safety- Safety and Health Practitioner, November 2002