1910.6, (formerly the Electric Overhead Crane Institute, Inc). OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. Equipment intended to interrupt current at other than fault levels shall have an interrupting rating at nominal circuit voltage sufficient for the current that must be interrupted. The disconnecting means shall be readily accessible and capable of being locked in the open position. Walls constructed of concrete, brick, or tile are considered to be grounded. No architectural appurtenance or other equipment may be located in the working space required by paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this section. Insulation integrity. It shall also be protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter installed in the branch circuit supplying the fixture. Disconnecting means. Safety electrical work practices; motor disconnects;work clearances. However, working space is not required in back of equipment such as deadfront switchboards or control assemblies where there are no renewable or adjustable parts (such as fuses or switches) on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. This paragraph applies to equipment operating at 600 volts, nominal, or less. 3Working space is not required in back of equipment such as dead-front switchboards or control assemblies that has no renewable or adjustable parts (such as fuses or switches) on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. This exception was put in to correspond to 430.107 that requires at least one of the disconnecting means required for a motor and motor controller to be readily accessible. Distances shall be measured from the live parts if they are exposed, or from the enclosure front or opening if the live parts are enclosed. Reply: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(ii) and 1910.303(h)(2)(ii) address the protection of electric equipment that may be exposed to physical damage. Classification by type, size, voltage, current capacity, specific use. Except as provided in paragraph (b)(2)(iv) of this section, a motor-circuit switch, molded case switch, or circuit breaker shall be provided in the leads from the runway contact conductors or other power supply on all cranes and monorail hoists. Auxiliary nonelectrical connections such as air hoses, water hoses, and the like, to an electrolytic cell, its attachments, or auxiliary equipment may not have continuous conductive reinforcing wire, armor, braids, or the like. In electric equipment rooms, the illumination may not be controlled by automatic means only. In outdoor pool areas, lighting fixtures, lighting outlets, and ceiling-suspended (paddle) fans may not be installed over the pool or over the area extending 1.52 m (5 ft) horizontally from the inside walls of a pool unless no part of the lighting fixture of a ceiling-suspended (paddle) fan is less than 3.66 m (12 ft) above the maximum water level. Outdoors, it must be GFCI protected. If the disconnect for a piece of HVAC equipment doesn't have any fuses, then can you make the argument the switch will not require maintenance so that 3' clearance isn't required? 61, which is incorporated by reference as specified in Sec. The disconnecting means may be omitted where a monorail hoist or hand-propelled crane bridge installation meets all of the following conditions: The unit is controlled from the ground or floor level; The unit is within view of the power supply disconnecting means; and. John B. When it is necessary to perform work on energized equipment, OSHA 1910.333 (a) (2) requires safety-related work practices to be used and NFPA 70E Article 110.8 (B) (1) requires an Electrical Hazard Analysis before work is performed on live equipment operating at 50 volts and higher. A switch or circuit breaker shall be provided by which each resistance welder and its control equipment can be disconnected from the supply circuit. Reply: An employer who has in his or her workplace contractors or equipment, including a motor control center which are in violation of any of the requirements under paragraphs 1910.303 through 1910.308 are subject to citation based solely on applicable electrical installation requirements. Single-car and multicar installations. Auxiliary electric equipment, such as motors, transducers, sensors, control devices, and alarms, mounted on an electrolytic cell or other energized surface shall be connected to the premises wiring systems by any of the following means: Multiconductor hard usage or extra hard usage flexible cord; Wire or cable in suitable nonmetallic raceways or cable trays; or. 1Minimum depth of clear working space in front of electric equipment with a nominal voltage to ground above 25,000 volts may be the same as that for 25,000 volts under Conditions A, B, and C for installations built before April 16, 1981. Sources that provide helpful information about electrical in the workplace. [46 FR 4056, Jan. 16, 1981, as amended at 73 FR 64205, Oct. 29, 2008], Occupational Safety & Health Administration. Insulated wire or insulated busbars operating at not over 300 volts are not considered live parts. However, a lighting fixture or lighting outlet that was installed before April 16, 1981, may be located less than 1.52 m (5 ft) measured horizontally from the inside walls of a pool if it is at least 1.52 m (5 ft) above the surface of the maximum water level and is rigidly attached to the existing structure. Keep the fire inside the fireplace. This is necessary because it is not practical to run dozens, or even hundreds, of different electrical lines directly into the main circuit. If the disconnecting means is an integral part of the motor controller, it shall be operable without opening the enclosure. Electrical installations having exposed live parts shall be accessible to qualified persons only and shall comply with the applicable provisions of paragraph (j)(3) of this section. horizontally shall be provided. Clearance. Power supply circuits and receptacles for portable electric equipment. Sufficient access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electric equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment. Conductors shall be spliced or joined with splicing devices designed for the use or by brazing, welding, or soldering with a fusible metal or alloy. What Constitutes Clearance Around Electrical Panels? Exposed live parts on one side and no live or grounded parts on the other side of the working space, or exposed live parts on both sides effectively guarded by insulating materials. February 7, 1996 Inside tents and concessions. Permanent ladders or stairways shall be provided to give safe access to the working space around electric equipment installed on platforms, balconies, mezzanine floors, or in attic or roof rooms or spaces. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. Where energized parts are exposed, the minimum clear workspace shall not be less than 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) high (measured vertically from the floor or platform), or less than 3 feet (914 mm) wide (measured parallel to the equipment). Marking. Signs or outline lighting systems operated by electronic or electromechanical controllers located external to the sign or outline lighting system may have a disconnecting means located within sight of the controller or in the same enclosure with the controller. Motor controllers. 1910.303 (g) (1) (vi) (B) For installations built on or after August 13, 2007, 1.98 m (6.5 ft), except that where the electrical equipment exceeds 1.98 m (6.5 ft) in height, the minimum headroom may not be less than the height of the equipment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is a part of the U.S. Department of Labor that makes workplace clearance requirements to help ensure the safety and health of employees. Electrical panels need to be installed 4 off the ground with the center grip handle of the highest circuit breaker is no more than 6'7 high to be NEC compliant. In fact some employers go so far as to mark off a line on the floor or paint an area. Note to paragraph (g)(1)(vii)(A) of this section:A dropped, suspended, or similar ceiling that does not add strength to the building structure is not considered a structural ceiling. Soldered splices shall first be spliced or joined to be mechanically and electrically secure without solder and then soldered. This means that you cannot leave an area around the electrical panel that is clear, but have access to the area blocked off by stacks of boxes or other items. All other receptacles on the property shall be located at least 3.05 m (10 ft) from the inside walls of a pool. Others, such as office workers and sales people, work with electricity indirectly and may also be exposed to electrical hazards. According to the National Electric Code, any electrical panel with 0 to 150 volts should have 36 inches of clearance around it for both the person working on it and their tools. Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard. At least one entrance not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide and 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) high shall be provided to give access to the working space about electric equipment. Defiance, Ohio 43512 Where there are live parts normally exposed on the front of switchboards or motor control centers, the working space in front of such equipment shall not be less than 3 feet (914 mm). Induction and dielectric heating equipment shall be protected as follows: Protective cages or adequate shielding shall be used to guard work applicators other than induction heating coils. Flexible cords and cables shall be continuous without splice or tap between boxes or fittings. The disconnecting means shall be a switch or circuit breaker, and its rating may not be less than that necessary to accommodate overcurrent protection. Splices. Terminals for more than one conductor and terminals used to connect aluminum shall be so identified. The markings required by paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this section shall be of sufficient durability to withstand the environment involved. OSHA standards are sets of guidelines and requirements enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to minimize health and safety risks in US-based workplaces. Where bare energized parts at any voltage or insulated energized parts above 600 volts are located adjacent to such entrance, they shall be guarded. . Thank you for your recent letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). July 26, 2004 A disconnecting means shall be provided between the runway contact conductors and the power supply. When installing or updating an electrical panel, it is important to make sure that there is plenty of room around the panel for the electrician to safely work. Even in countries that do not have strict regulations when it comes to electrical panel clearance will often voluntarily choose to follow the recommendations found in NFPA 70e. 2 or larger. Having an electrical panel clearance policy in place is very important not only for practical reasons, but also in order to comply with various regulations. No provision may be made to open or close this disconnecting means from any other part of the premises. Driving machines or motion and operation controllers not within sight of the disconnecting means shall be provided with a manually operated switch installed in the control circuit adjacent to the equipment in order to prevent starting. Parts of electric equipment which in ordinary operation produce arcs, sparks, flames, or molten metal shall be enclosed or separated and isolated from all combustible material. A warning sign shall be mounted on or next to the disconnecting means where multiple disconnecting means are used and parts of the controllers remain energized from a source other than the one disconnected. Eight (8) to ten (10) hours of start-up time could be required to re-load processing bins, fluidizing lines and processing transitions. Doors or covers giving access to uninsulated parts of indoor signs or outline lighting exceeding 600 volts and accessible to other than qualified persons shall either be provided with interlock switches to disconnect the primary circuit or shall be so fastened that the use of other than ordinary tools will be necessary to open them. Most facilities will already have floor marking tape on hand since it is one of the most commonly used safety items around. If deenergizing the control circuit(s) is infeasible, paragraph 1910.333(c)(2) would apply to work on or near the 110 volt control circuit(s). Approval. Q: Does OSHA standard 1910.303 include all electrical panels (i.e., electrical cabinets on machinery, electrical disconnects and breaker panels), or is it strictly related to breaker panels? wide and 1.98 m (6.5 ft) high at each end of the working space, except that: Where the location permits a continuous and unobstructed way of exit travel, one means of exit is permitted; or. Clearance is required in the direction of access for operation, that is in the front. (150 mm) Diffraction- and irradiation-type equipment shall have a pilot light, readable meter deflection, or equivalent means to indicate when the equipment is energized, unless the equipment or installation is effectively enclosed or is provided with interlocks to prevent access to live current-carrying parts during operation. Open disconnecting devices before tagging. Boxes shall be designed so that no live parts are exposed to accidental contact. Type. When normally enclosed live parts are exposed for inspection or servicing, the working space, if in a passageway or general open space, shall be guarded. Engineers, electricians, and other professionals work with electricity directly, including working on overhead lines, cable harnesses, and circuit assemblies. Per the NEC, 30" wide by 36" front to back by 6.5' vertical clearance. Disconnecting means required by this subpart shall be capable of being locked in the open position. This means once you understand the NEC panel clearance requirements, you will also know those that OSHA puts forth. Your question has been restated below for clarity. Listed or labeled equipment shall be installed and used in accordance with any instructions included in the listing or labeling. Unused openings in boxes, raceways, auxiliary gutters, cabinets, equipment cases, or housings shall be effectively closed to afford protection substantially equivalent to the wall of the equipment. Would deenergizing the 110 volt control circuit as described in the scenario above be considered infeasible as delineated in the aforementioned standard? Sincerely, Electrical panels are an essential component in any facility. 7. Our interpretations letters explain the requirements, and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they can not create additional employer obligations. Other factors that contribute to the practical safeguarding of persons using or likely to come in contact with the equipment. Where doors are used giving access to voltages from 500 to 1000 volts ac or dc, either door locks shall be provided or interlocks shall be installed. The supply circuit disconnecting means is permitted as a heating equipment disconnecting means where the circuit supplies only one piece of equipment. Single conductor cable shall be size No. Workspace about equipment. Electrical installations in a vault, room, or closet or in an area surrounded by a wall, screen, or fence, access to which is controlled by lock and key or other approved means, are considered to be accessible to qualified persons only. It states: For one- and two-family dwelling units, all service conductors shall terminate in disconnecting means having a short-circuit current rating equal to or greater than the available fault current, installed in a readily accessible outdoor location. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Outreach Training Program (10- and 30-hour Cards), OSHA Training Institute Education Centers, Severe Storm and Flood Recovery Assistance. Except as elsewhere required or permitted by this standard, live parts of electric equipment operating at 50 volts or more shall be guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures or by any of the following means: Except as elsewhere required or permitted in this subpart, the minimum clear working space in the direction of access to live parts of electric equipment may not be less than specified in Table S-2. On elevators without generator field control, the disconnecting means shall be located within sight of the motor controller. Flexible cords and cables run on the ground, where accessible to the public, shall be covered with approved nonconductive mats. In order for the 480 volt circuit(s) to be considered deenergized, the lockout and tagging requirements of paragraph 1910.333(b)(2) must be met. Pan Metal-enclosed switchgear, unit substations, transformers, pull boxes, connection boxes, and other similar associated equipment shall be marked with appropriate caution signs. Another nice thing about having these standardized requirements is that they apply across national boarders. Unless identified for use in the operating environment, no conductors or equipment shall be located in damp or wet locations; where exposed to gases, fumes, vapors, liquids, or other agents that have a deteriorating effect on the conductors or equipment; or where exposed to excessive temperatures. Wiring for an amusement ride, attraction, tent, or similar structure may not be supported by another ride or structure unless specifically identified for the purpose. In all cases, the working space shall permit at least a 90-degree opening of equipment doors or hinged panels; and. The manufacturer's name and trademark, other marking giving voltage, current, wattage or other ratings as necessary." Question 1: Paragraph 1910.333(a)(1) requires that live parts to which an employee may be exposed must be deenergized before the employee works on or near them, unless the employee can demonstrate that deenergizing introduces additional or increased hazards or is infeasible due to equipment design or operational limitations. Suitable enclosures or guards must be provided to prevent damage to this equipment. The safety-related work practices under paragraphs 1910.331 through 1910.335 are predicated on compliance with the aforementioned electrical installation requirements. If sprinklers are installed in hoistways, machine rooms, or machinery spaces, the disconnecting means may automatically open the power supply to the affected elevators prior to the application of water. Working space is not required in back of assemblies such as dead-front switchboards or motor control centers where there are no renewable or adjustable parts such as fuses or switches on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. Electrical installations that are open to unqualified persons shall be made with metal-enclosed equipment or shall be enclosed in a vault or in an area, access to which is controlled by a lock. Entrance and access to workspace. 2.0 Meter. Services, feeders, and branch circuits. Where controls are enclosed in cabinets, the doors shall either open at least 90 degrees or be removable. The disconnecting means shall be within sight of the sign or outline lighting system that it controls. This could be literally hundreds of machines. Electric equipment provided with ventilating openings shall be installed so that walls or other obstructions do not prevent the free circulation of air through the equipment. 5 Steps Before Working Lines or Equipment as De-Energized. For equipment designed for floor mounting, clearance between top surfaces and adjacent surfaces shall be provided to dissipate rising warm air. On switchboard and control panels exceeding 1.83 m (6.0 ft) in width, there shall be one entrance at each end of such boards unless the location of the switchboards and control panels permits a continuous and unobstructed way of exit travel, or unless the work space required in paragraph (h)(5)(i) of this section is doubled. Working space for equipment likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while energized shall comply with the following dimensions, except as required or permitted elsewhere in this subpart: The depth of the working space in the direction of access to live parts may not be less than indicated in Table S-1. Richard E. Fairfax, Director Electrically driven or controlled irrigation machines -. 1910.305 (b): Wiring requirements for cabinets, boxes, and fittings. Hot glue machines would be shutdown and the glue would set. On a regular basis, they should go out and inspect the areas around them to make sure nothing has been placed where it should not go. The disconnecting means shall be an enclosed externally operable fused motor circuit switch or circuit breaker capable of being locked in the open position. Each service, feeder, and branch circuit, at its disconnecting means or overcurrent device, shall be legibly marked to indicate its purpose, unless located and arranged so the purpose is evident. There shall be no damaged parts that may adversely affect safe operation or mechanical strength of the equipment, such as parts that are broken, bent, cut, or deteriorated by corrosion, chemical action, or overheating. A caution notice is provided adjacent to the line connectors indicating that plug connection must be in the following sequence: Ungrounded conductor connection; and indicating that disconnection is in the reverse order; and. Hoppers and transitions could plug up with product. Access and entrance to working space. Electric equipment shall be firmly secured to the surface on which it is mounted. The workspace shall be adequate to permit at least a 90-degree opening of doors or hinged panels. Equipment intended to break current shall have an interrupting rating at system voltage sufficient for the current that must be interrupted. Lighting outlets and points of control. Equipment installed underwater shall be identified for the purpose. Examination, installation, and use of equipment -. Programmable Logic Controllers shut off in some instances and there is no power back-up. All Rights Re Interrupting rating. The 480 volt load circuits are deenergized, but the 110 volt control circuits must remain energized for the following reasons: The minimum working space height required for this disconnect switch is 6 1 / 2 feet (see Figure 1). OSHA's standard for general electrical requirements (29 CFR 1910.303) includes a section for establishing and maintaining space around electrical panels and other systems that require servicing, adjustments, or maintenance while energized. Conductors shall be racked to provide ready and safe access in underground and subsurface enclosures that persons enter for installation and maintenance. See if you can "orient" the disconnect so as to have requisite clearance in front. for information on the final rule. Examination. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this subpart shall be acceptable only if approved, as defined in 1910.399. The following equipment connected to the same source shall be bonded: Metal enclosures of electrical equipment; and. The lighting outlets shall be so arranged that persons changing lamps or making repairs on the lighting system will not be endangered by live parts or other equipment. It is not an official legal edition of the CFR. The portion of an overhead crane or hoist that contacts an energized electrolytic cell or energized attachments shall be insulated from ground. How to determine requirementspart 2: To be on the safe side, the working space and space around electrical equipment should always be clear per 110.26 (A), if possible. Clearance is the shortest distance between two conductive parts Dry arcing distance (or arc distance) Clearance. To put it simply, you must have a policy in place that will ensure that any electrical panel in your facility can be easily accessed and worked on at all times. Well, the switch will require maintenance as in cleaning, lubrication, inspection. Fortunately, the OSHA electrical panel clearance requirements are taken directly from the NEC. 2932 Hazel Ave. Electrolytic cells. 600 Volts, nominal, or less. Arc welders. The overcurrent protection may not exceed the ampere rating of the receptacle, except as permitted in 1910.305(j)(4) for motor loads; Where single-pole connectors are used, they shall comply with the following: Where ac single-pole portable cable connectors are used, they shall be listed and of the locking type. The specific electrical panel clearance requirements will depend on what area you are looking at, and how much voltage there is going through the panel. Permanent and conspicuous warning signs shall be provided, reading substantially as follows: Pipes or ducts that are foreign to the electrical installation and that require periodic maintenance or whose malfunction would endanger the operation of the electrical system may not be located in the vicinity of service equipment, metal-enclosed power switchgear, or industrial control assemblies. A shunt trip device that opens the fused disconnect or circuit breaker when a switch located in the ride operator's console is closed is a permissible method of opening the circuit. We hope you find this information helpful. Mounting. Most people think only about the area directly in front of the electrical panel. Maximum Number of Disconnects (i.e. Other factors which contribute to the practical safeguarding of employees using or likely to come in contact with the equipment. The NFPA is focused largely on reducing the risk of fires from occurring so that everyone can remain safe. A ground-fault circuit interrupter shall be installed in the branch circuit supplying underwater fixtures operating at more than 15 volts. OSHA 1910.145(f)(4)(ii): "Signal word must be readable from a distance of 5 feet (1.52m)." OSHA 1910.303(e): "Electrical equipment may not be used unless the following markings have been placed on the equipment. Connection of conductors to terminal parts shall ensure a good connection without damaging the conductors and shall be made by means of pressure connectors (including set-screw type), solder lugs, or splices to flexible leads. Distances shall be measured from the live parts, if they are exposed, or from the enclosure front or opening, if they are enclosed. Limit switch. Walls constructed of concrete, brick, or tile are considered to be grounded surfaces. Completed wiring installations shall be free from short circuits and from grounds other than those required or permitted by this subpart. Mechanical execution of work. While this is the most commonly accessed area, it is often necessary to also have space above the panel and on each side as well. Others will place the square around the area and then use diagonal stripes of floor markings to fill out the area, which makes it even more clear that nothing should be put in that place. Distances shall be measured from the live parts, if they are exposed, or from the enclosure front or opening, if they are enclosed. Conductors shall be spliced or joined with splicing devices identified for the use or by brazing, welding, or soldering with a fusible metal or alloy. These markings can include floor marking tape, floor signs, and labels. 1. Wire connectors or splicing means installed on conductors for direct burial shall be listed for such use. Radiographic and fluoroscopic-type equipment shall be effectively enclosed or shall have interlocks that deenergize the equipment automatically to prevent ready access to live current-carrying parts. Some facilities will simply place the tape in a square around the panel to show the necessary distance that needs to be kept clear. Another safety focused agency is the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA. Ungrounded portable electric equipment shall be distinctively marked and shall employ plugs and receptacles of a configuration that prevents connection of this equipment to grounding receptacles and that prevents inadvertent interchange of ungrounded and grounded portable electric equipment. If remote controls are used for applying power, a selector switch shall be provided and interlocked to provide power from only one control point at a time. Conductors and equipment used on circuits exceeding 600 volts, nominal, shall comply with all applicable provisions of paragraphs (a) through (g) of this section and with the following provisions which supplement or modify those requirements. Arcing parts. Placed within view of the runway contact conductors. The dimension of the working space in the direction of access to live parts that may require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while alive shall be a minimum of 762 mm (2.5 ft). Safety of equipment shall be determined on the basis of the following considerations: Suitability for installation and use in conformity with the provisions of this subpart. Means shall be provided at the operating station to open the power circuit to all motors of the crane or monorail hoist where the disconnecting means is not readily accessible from the crane or monorail hoist operating station. Parts of electric equipment that in ordinary operation produce arcs, sparks, flames, or molten metal shall be enclosed or separated and isolated from all combustible material. You're not if you fail to comply with the following three clearance requirements in Sec. The disconnecting means shall be provided with a sign to identify the location of the supply-side overcurrent protective device. Where rear access is required to work on de-energized parts on the back of enclosed equipment, a minimum working space of 30 inches (762 mm) horizontally shall be provided. Filter by. Grouping. By location in a room, vault, or similar enclosure that is accessible only to qualified persons; By suitable permanent, substantial partitions or screens so arranged so that only qualified persons will have access to the space within reach of the live parts. Insulated wire or insulated busbars operating at not over 300 volts are not considered live parts. General. Access. Openings in ventilated dry-type transformers and similar openings in other equipment shall be designed so that foreign objects inserted through these openings will be deflected from energized parts. Mr. William Overby Warning labels or signs that read DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE - KEEP OUT shall be attached to the equipment and shall be plainly visible where persons might contact energized parts when doors are opened or closed or when panels are removed from compartments containing over 250 volts ac or dc. In locations where electric equipment is likely to be exposed to physical damage, enclosures or guards shall be so arranged and of such strength as to prevent such damage. Identified Replacement Component Required.. Doors or detachable panels shall be employed for internal access. OSHA's electrical standards are designed to protect employees exposed to dangers such as electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. Swimming pools, fountains, and similar installations. Protection shall be provided where necessary to avoid damage from condensation leaks and breaks in such foreign systems. Where rear access is required to work on the deenergized parts on the back of enclosed equipment, a minimum working space 762 mm (30 in.) Deteriorating agents. Although there were no documented injuries to warrant this change, it's obvious that this requirement should enhance safety. Occupational Safety & Health Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Outreach Training Program (10- and 30-hour Cards), OSHA Training Institute Education Centers, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Standard Page, Severe Storm and Flood Recovery Assistance. Examples of solutions include the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and safe work practices. If an irrigation machine has a stationary point, a grounding electrode system shall be connected to the machine at the stationary point for lightning protection. A fence may not be less than 2.13 m (7.0 ft) in height or a combination of 1.80 m (6.0 ft) or more of fence fabric and a 305-mm (1-ft) or more extension utilizing three or more strands of barbed wire or equivalent. Portable distribution and termination boxes. Group 1. This fault shall be assumed to be either between two or more of the circuit conductors, or between any circuit conductor and the grounding conductor or enclosing metal raceway. Assuming you meant "while energized": In addition, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. According to the OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.303 (g), companies are required to provide 3 feet of clearance around electrical services and breaker panels with between 120 and 250 volts. If there is anything that would prevent this or make it more dangerous, the chances are that you are in violation of the regulations and could get cited for it during an inspection. Auxiliary nonelectrical connections. Your letter has been referred to the Directorate of Enforcement Program's (DEP's) Office of General Industry Enforcement for an answer to your question regarding clearances from electrical equipment. This is not only important for avoiding getting fined for violating the requirements, but also for ensuring your facility is as safe as possible. 110-26 of the National Electrical Code (NEC): 1) at least a 3-ft clearance in front of all electrical equipment; 2) a 30 in.-wide working space in front of equipment operating at 600V or less; and 3) minimum headroom clearance of 6 ft or the height of the . The Electrical Safety Authority ( ESA) was established in 1999 . The points of control shall be located so that persons are prevented from contacting any live part or moving part of the equipment while turning on the lights. Obstructed access to panelboards can prevent personnel from shutting down the source of power in the event of an accident. One of the main things that the NEC 110.26 specifies is that all electrical panels must have enough room around them that someone working on the equipment will have the room to safely access everything they need. The disconnecting means shall disconnect the sign or outline lighting system and the controller from all ungrounded supply conductors. Durability. This receptacle shall be located not more than 1.98 m (6.5 ft) above the floor, platform, or grade level serving the pool. Warning sign for multiple disconnecting means. Includes references that provide information related to electrical in construction including OSHA's electrical construction regulations, hazard recogition, possible solutions and additional resources. However, a disconnecting means is not required for an exit directional sign located within a building or for cord-connected signs with an attachment plug. Application. The disconnecting means shall be operable from a location readily accessible from the X-ray control. It designs clearance requirements that make sure employees have enough space around workplace equipment and in work and walking spaces. Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, moving walks, wheelchair lifts, and stairway chair lifts shall have a single means for disconnecting all ungrounded main power supply conductors for each unit. The OSHA training requirements for electrical safety. On escalators and moving walks, the disconnecting means shall be installed in the space where the controller is located. Connectors and cable connections may not be placed in audience traffic paths or within areas accessible to the public unless guarded. Control. At least one entrance of sufficient area shall be provided to give access to the working space about electric equipment. Control equipment that by its very nature or because of other requirements in this subpart must be adjacent to or within sight of its operating machinery is permitted in the dedicated space. A simple way to meet electrical panel clearance requirements is to use floor markings. Clear spaces. Concrete, brick, and tile walls are considered as grounded surfaces. 1910.306 - Specific purpose equipment and installations. When used outdoors, flexible cords and cables shall also be listed for wet locations and shall be sunlight resistant. AC systems supplying fixed and portable electric equipment within the cell line working zone; and. All electrical conductors and equipment shall be approved. Disconnecting means. This paragraph applies to electric wiring for and equipment in or adjacent to all swimming, wading, therapeutic, and decorative pools and fountains; hydro-massage bathtubs, whether permanently installed or storable; and metallic auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, filters, and similar equipment. Electrical wiring for temporary lighting, where installed inside of tents and concessions, shall be securely installed, and, where subject to physical damage, shall be provided with mechanical protection. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Outreach Training Program (10- and 30-hour Cards), OSHA Training Institute Education Centers, Severe Storm and Flood Recovery Assistance. The overcurrent protective devices, the total impedance, the component short-circuit current ratings, and other characteristics of the circuit to be protected shall be selected and coordinated to permit the circuit protective devices used to clear a fault to do so without the occurrence of extensive damage to the electrical components of the circuit. The fact is, however, that it goes well beyond that. Exposed conductive surfaces, such as electric equipment housings, cabinets, boxes, motors, raceways and the like that are within the cell line working zone. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the Office of General Industry Enforcement at (202) 693-1850. This means you cannot place machinery or other equipment in the space around an electrical panel without making sure that it meets the NEC working clearance requirements. OSHA 1910.179 General Requirements (Adapted from www.osha.gov) 1910.179. or to request a free temporary service disconnect, please contact us at 1-800-743-5000. Dayton, Ohio 45420 Dedicated space: The space equal to the width and depth of electrical equipment in addition to the space extending from the floor to 6 feet . If more than one dc cell line process power supply serves the same cell line, a disconnecting means shall be provided on the cell line circuit side of each power supply to disconnect it from the cell line circuit. On wheelchair lifts and stairway chair lifts, the disconnecting means shall be located within sight of the motor controller. Installations accessible to unqualified persons. ), whichever is greater. The lighting outlets shall be arranged so that persons changing lamps or making repairs on the lighting system will not be endangered by live parts or other equipment. The control for these disconnecting means shall be grouped and identified and shall be readily accessible at the principal exit doors. Table S-1 - Minimum Depth of Clear Working Space at Electric Equipment, 600 V or Less. Of course, this means having a lot of different wires and other electrical equipment located in one area. Your safety manager or other designated individual should have a list of where all the electrical panels in the facility are located. This means if you have an inspection, you can count on the fact that the OSHA electrical panel clearance will be measured by the OSHA inspector to make sure that you are in compliance. The use of single-pole separable connectors shall comply with at least one of the following conditions: Connection and disconnection of connectors are only possible where the supply connectors are interlocked to the source and it is not possible to connect or disconnect connectors when the supply is energized; or. If anything is found in a spot that is too close to the panel, the items can be moved right away. Wooden plugs driven into holes in masonry, concrete, plaster, or similar materials shall not be used. 0.9 Meter (3 Ft) The width of the workingspace in front of the Panel. Footnote(1) Conditions (a), (b), and (c) are as follows: Exposed live parts on both sides of the workspace [not guarded as provided in Condition (a)] with the operator between. Outdoor electric equipment shall be installed in suitable enclosures and shall be protected from accidental contact by unauthorized personnel, or by vehicular traffic, or by accidental spillage or leakage from piping systems. U0xxx - Generic. The points of control shall be so located that persons are not likely to come in contact with any live part or moving part of the equipment while turning on the lights. Question: What would OSHA consider to be a safe distance for setting extra stock or empty containers from any electrical equipment such as ladder cable trays? Therapeutic pools in health care facilities are exempt from these provisions. Mr. John C. (Jack) Schuldt, Sr. This set of code identifies how much clearance is needed around any type of electrical panel based on a number of different factors. Working space is not required in back of assemblies such as dead-front switchboards or motor control centers where there are no renewable or adjustable parts (such as fuses or switches) on the back and where all connections are accessible from locations other than the back. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. The safety-related work practices under paragraphs 1910.331 through 1910.335 are predicated on compliance with the aforementioned electrical installation requirements. Minimum clear distances may be 0.7 m (2.5 ft) for installations built before April 16, 1981. All splices and joints and the free ends of conductors shall be covered with an insulation equivalent to that of the conductors or with an insulating device identified for the purpose. A wall, screen, or fence less than 8 feet (2.44 m) in height is not considered adequate to prevent access unless it has other features that provide a degree of isolation equivalent to an 8-foot (2.44-m) fence. Where there is more than one driving machine in a machine room, the disconnecting means shall be numbered to correspond to the identifying number of the driving machine that they control. Dear Mr. Overby: This area shall extend from the top of the electric equipment to the structural ceiling; Sprinkler protection is permitted for the dedicated space where the piping complies with this section; and. Unguarded live parts above working space shall be maintained at elevations not less than specified in Table K-3. The disconnecting means shall open all ungrounded conductors simultaneously and shall be: Disconnecting means for cranes and monorail hoists. Services shall be installed in accordance with applicable requirements of this subpart, and, in addition, shall comply with the following: Service equipment may not be installed in a location that is accessible to unqualified persons, unless the equipment is lockable; and. Mechanical strength and durability, including, for parts designed to enclose and protect other equipment, the adequacy of the protection thus provided. Removable links or removable conductors may be used as the disconnecting means. The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is the official legal print publication containing the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the departments and agencies of the Federal Government. Does it require maintenance while energized? 1910.305 (g): Wiring requirements for flexible cords and cables. Where bare energized parts at any voltage or insulated energized parts above 600 volts, nominal, to ground are located adjacent to such entrance, they shall be suitably guarded. This paragraph applies to the installation of the electrical components and accessory equipment of electrolytic cells, electrolytic cell lines, and process power supply for the production of aluminum, cadmium, chlorine, copper, fluorine, hydrogen peroxide, magnesium, sodium, sodium chlorate, and zinc. OSHA standard 1910.303 clearance requirements apply to many types of electrical equipment, not just breaker panels. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Lighting fixtures and lighting outlets installed in the area extending between 1.52 m (5 ft) and 3.05 m (10 ft) horizontally from the inside walls of a pool shall be protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter unless installed 1.52 m (5 ft) above the maximum water level and rigidly attached to the structure adjacent to or enclosing the pool. Sufficient space shall be provided and maintained about electric equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment. Identification of disconnecting means and circuits. Detachable panels not normally used for access to such parts shall be fastened in a manner that will make them difficult to remove (for example, by requiring the use of tools). One of the easiest and most effective ways to make sure that nobody places anything in the area around your electrical panels is to mark the area with floor marking tape. Where one entrance to the working space is permitted under the conditions described in paragraph (h)(4)(i)(A) of this section, the entrance shall be located so that the edge of the entrance nearest the switchboards and control panels is at least the minimum clear distance given in Table S-2 away from such equipment. In general, any electrical panel that has 0 to 150 volts going through it needs to have at least 36 of clearance around it. Listed, labeled, or certified equipment shall be installed and used in accordance with instructions included in the listing, labeling, or certification. Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard. The disconnecting means shall be within sight of the equipment served. The following hazards are the most frequent causes of electrical injuries: contact with power lines, lack of ground-fault protection, path to ground missing or discontinuous, equipment not used in manner prescribed, and improper use of extension and flexible cords. Induction heating coils shall be protected by insulation or refractory materials or both. The marking shall be of sufficient durability to withstand the environment involved. The employer shall ensure that electrical equipment is free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. 1. Please refer to paragraph 1910.305(j)(4) which, with exceptions, requires an individual disconnecting means for each motor and its associated controller. Each disconnecting means required by this subpart for motors and appliances shall be legibly marked to indicate its purpose, unless located and arranged so the purpose is evident. 5. When looking into electrical panel clearance safety, you need to start by looking at the requirements put in place by the national electric code, or NEC. Electrical Safety Orders. Of course, it is also important to try to determine who placed the item there so that they can be provided with the relevant training to ensure it does not happen again. Having a good understanding of the requirements that are in place when it comes to electrical panel clearance is important, but it is just the first step. Cord- and plug-connected equipment. Electrical installations in a vault, room, closet or in an area surrounded by a wall, screen, or fence, access to which is controlled by lock and key or other equivalent means, are considered to be accessible to qualified persons only. Flexible cords used with the following equipment may not exceed 0.9 m (3 ft) in length and shall have a copper equipment grounding conductor with a grounding-type attachment plug: Fountains. AOP Forum Rules: Rules For Equipment Owners. Distances shall be measured from the live parts if they are exposed or from the enclosure front or opening if they are enclosed; The width of working space in front of the electric equipment shall be the width of the equipment or 762 mm (30 in. OSHA Electrical Panel Clearance Requirements. Enclosure for electrical installations. Electrical is addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry and maritime. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. The Ontario Electrical Safety Code ( OESC) deals in detail with permanent and temporary theatrical electrical installations. Not posting required clearances in electrical panel areas, generally falls under this type of violation. A box or fitting shall be installed at each connection point, outlet, switch point, or junction point. Reply: Deenergizing the 110 volt control circuit in the above scenario appears to be infeasible as discussed in Note 2 following paragraph 1910.333(a)(1). The depth shall be as required in Table K-2. Fortunately, the OSHA electrical panel clearance requirements are taken directly from the NEC. Except as required or permitted elsewhere in this subpart, live parts of electric equipment operating at 50 volts or more shall be guarded against accidental contact by cabinets or other forms of enclosures, or by any of the following means: By location in a room, vault, or similar enclosure that is accessible only to qualified persons. Identification of manufacturer and ratings. Interconnection between multicar controllers. At least one entrance not less than 610 mm (24 in.) Includes references that provide information related to electrical in construction including OSHA's electrical construction regulations, hazard recogition, possible solutions and additional resources. Materials such as solder, fluxes, inhibitors, and compounds, where employed, shall be suitable for the use and shall be of a type that will not adversely affect the conductors, installation, or equipment. Switchboards, panelboards, and distribution boards installed for the control of light and power circuits, and motor control centers shall be located in dedicated spaces and protected from damage. The minimum clear working space in front of electric equipment such as switchboards, control panels, switches, circuit breakers, motor controllers, relays, and similar equipment shall not be less than specified in Table K-2 unless otherwise specified in this subpart. Equipment intended to interrupt current at fault levels shall have an interrupting rating sufficient for the nominal circuit voltage and the current that is available at the line terminals of the equipment. The following requirements apply to indoor installations that are accessible to other than qualified persons: The installations shall be made with metal-enclosed equipment or shall be enclosed in a vault or in an area to which access is controlled by a lock; Metal-enclosed switchgear, unit substations, transformers, pull boxes, connection boxes, and other similar associated equipment shall be marked with appropriate caution signs; and. Grounding should be the last of these steps. The frames and enclosures of portable electric equipment used within the cell line working zone may not be grounded, unless the cell line circuit voltage does not exceed 200 volts DC or the frames are guarded. Cord connectors may not be laid on the ground unless listed for wet locations. Fire exit routes cannot be obstructed [29 CFR 1910.37 (a) (3)] and they cannot become more narrow at any point. The manually operated switch shall be installed adjacent to this equipment. Durability of markings. Unguarded live parts above working space shall be maintained at elevations not less than specified in Table S-3. OSHA Requirements for Electrical Panel Floor Markings Rather than move the motor control center at a cost of two million dollars, can a "safe job procedure" which is audited periodically be considered an acceptable alternative or is a variance required? horizontally shall be provided. Where the driving machine is located in a remote machinery space, a single disconnecting means for disconnecting all ungrounded main power supply conductors shall be provided and be capable of being locked in the open position. One last thing you can do to make sure that you are always in compliance with the relevant electrical panel clearance requirements is to perform your own internal inspections. Horizontal clearance between the conductor and Building. For example, a switchboard is located next to a disconnect (safety) switch. A disconnecting means shall be provided in the supply circuit for each arc welder that is not equipped with a disconnect mounted as an integral part of the welder. For equipment rated 1200 amperes or more and over 1.83 m (6.0 ft) wide, containing overcurrent devices, switching devices, or control devices, there shall be one entrance not less than 610 mm (24 in.) Requirements for working clearances and spaces around electrical equipment, e.g., ladder cable trays. The top of the disconnect switch is only 72 inches (6 feet) above the floor. Interlock switches shall be connected in such a manner as to remove all power from the applicator when any one of the access doors or panels is open. 2. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov. Since the top of the panelboard is more than 6 1 / 2 feet above the floor, the minimum working space height required for this panelboard is the height of the panelboard. 0.9 Meter. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Reply: An employer who has in his or her workplace contractors or equipment, including a motor control center which are in violation of any of the requirements under paragraphs 1910.303 through 1910.308 are subject to citation based solely on applicable electrical installation requirements. Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Training in this section. Installations covered by paragraph (h) of this section shall comply with all applicable provisions of this subpart, except as follows: Disconnecting means. Preventing Obstructions Around Electrical Panels, NEC 110.26 specifies is that all electrical panels, the NFPA 70e electrical panel clearance requirements, Floor Marking for Electrical Panel Compliance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 1The minimum elevation may be 2.6 m (8.5 ft) for installations built before August 13, 2007. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at http://www.osha.gov. Any openings in such partitions or screens shall be so sized and located that persons are not likely to come into accidental contact with the live parts or to bring conducting objects into contact with them; By placement on a suitable balcony, gallery, or platform so elevated and otherwise located as to prevent access by unqualified persons; or. Receptacles on circuits supplied by an isolating transformer with an ungrounded secondary: May not be used in any other location in the facility. All electric equipment, including power supply cords, operating at more than 15 volts and used with fountains shall be protected by ground-fault circuit interrupters. In addition, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. They bring all the electrical lines into one centralized location so that the main power source can feed them. Working space. All splices and joints and the free ends of conductors shall be covered with an insulation equivalent to that of the conductors or with an insulating device designed for the purpose. It is just as important to create your own set of policies and procedures to ensure that you are always in compliance with the various regulations. 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