Electrical Safeguarding Electrical Safeguarding Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:29:52 +0000 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:29:52 +0000 Safe Build Forum http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?forums/electrical-safeguarding.36/ Guideline for Lockout/Tagout Sat, 02 Dec 2017 09:43:30 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/guideline-for-lockout-tagout.1162/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/guideline-for-lockout-tagout.1162/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
Attached please find a Lockout/Tagout guide book for your appraisal

Regards,]]> 1 General Machinery Regulation (GMR) 2 Mon, 08 Sep 2014 07:09:01 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/general-machinery-regulation-gmr-2.638/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/general-machinery-regulation-gmr-2.638/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
The purpose of this newsletter is not to regurgitate the regulation, in particular the level of competency linked the KW formula. We have lived with this formula since 1988. I...

General Machinery Regulation (GMR) 2]]> 9 Angle Grinder - Fatality Tue, 03 Dec 2013 18:11:41 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/angle-grinder-fatality.873/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/angle-grinder-fatality.873/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin SAFETY ALERT

A worker was killed by angle grinder abuse after removing the safety guard and using a larger disc.


WHAT HAPPENED?


The deceased was trying to open a man hole steel cover, as he did not have the right tool to open the steel cover; he tried to open it with other tools but failed and damaged the slot. The worker finally decided to cut the manhole cover using a hand grinder.

Initially, he tried cutting it with the normal 9 inch (230mm) disc but it did not work,...

Angle Grinder - Fatality]]> 1 The legal implications of modifications to manufacturer’s design Thu, 24 Oct 2013 07:09:31 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-legal-implications-of-modifications-to-manufacturer%E2%80%99s-design.872/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-legal-implications-of-modifications-to-manufacturer%E2%80%99s-design.872/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin The legal implications of modifications to manufacturer’s design

Most bench grinders that I have inspected on client sites do not have the perspex shield in place as per the design from the manufacturer.

The reason given is that it causes a nuisance when operating the grinder. I am then referred to the Driven Machinery Regulations, Regulation 8 (6): “The user shall cause every power-driven grinding machine to be provided with a strong transparent shield which...

The legal implications of modifications to manufacturer’s design]]> Portable Tools and Safe Maintenance thereof. Part 2 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:19:50 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/portable-tools-and-safe-maintenance-thereof-part-2.656/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/portable-tools-and-safe-maintenance-thereof-part-2.656/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin What are the risks for workers maintaining portable tools?

Maintenance is a vital procedure for the safe and proper function of the equipment, and therefore workers should have proper training. However, the process of maintenance is in itself a challenge for occupational health and safety. In addition to all the hazards and risks already present on construction sites, such as slips, trips, falls, noise and moving vehicles, maintenance of portable tools bears specific risks such as:...

Portable Tools and Safe Maintenance thereof. Part 2]]> Portable Tools and Safe Maintenance thereof. Part 1 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:03:54 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/portable-tools-and-safe-maintenance-thereof-part-1.655/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/portable-tools-and-safe-maintenance-thereof-part-1.655/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
Non-powered portable (hand) tools include saws, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, axes and spanners. The greatest hazards posed by these tools result from misuse and improper maintenance. Blunt tools, for example, can make the work more difficult and result in more injuries.


Powered portable tools...

Portable Tools and Safe Maintenance thereof. Part 1]]> Notice 258 of 2012: Explanatory Notes on Electrical Regulations 2009 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:23:28 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/notice-258-of-2012-explanatory-notes-on-electrical-regulations-2009.559/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/notice-258-of-2012-explanatory-notes-on-electrical-regulations-2009.559/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
See attached document.]]> The New Electrical Installation Regulations - Part 1 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:22:44 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-new-electrical-installation-regulations-part-1.45/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-new-electrical-installation-regulations-part-1.45/ invalid@example.com (GaryAmstutz) GaryAmstutz

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The long awaited new Electrical Installation Regulations (not to be confused with the Wiring Code SANS 10142-1) were published in the Government Gazette on 6 March 2009. The Regulations become effective on 1 May 2009, but...

The New Electrical Installation Regulations - Part 1]]> 2 Electrical Safety in Construction Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:36:16 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/electrical-safety-in-construction.470/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/electrical-safety-in-construction.470/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
Electricity is vital for the efficiency and productivity of a construction site. However with this powerful resource, comes much responsibility.The Source of this power is found mainly in the form of Temporary Electrical Installations on a site. The safety process regarding Temporary Electrical Installations starts with the appointment of a competent person in writing. The responsible person must control all aspects of these installations. It is the...

Electrical Safety in Construction]]> How does an earth-leakage protection unit work? Thu, 02 Dec 2010 07:50:46 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/how-does-an-earth-leakage-protection-unit-work.334/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/how-does-an-earth-leakage-protection-unit-work.334/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin

Earth-leakage protection devices should be tested at regular intervals...

How does an earth-leakage protection unit work?]]> Safety checks that should be made before using portable electrical equipment at work. Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:58:21 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/safety-checks-that-should-be-made-before-using-portable-electrical-equipment-at-work.96/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/safety-checks-that-should-be-made-before-using-portable-electrical-equipment-at-work.96/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
1. Check that the machine has three core wiring unless it is of double insulated design.

2. Check that the “earth†(green/yellow) wire is connected to the earth pin of the plug and that sufficient slack is allowed to ensure that, should the wires be pulled from the plug, the earth wire will be the last to be disconnected from its pin.

3. Check that the earth wire makes full contact with the metal body of the tool....

Safety checks that should be made before using portable electrical equipment at work.]]> 3 Legal Requirements - Electrical Safeguarding Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:41:10 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/legal-requirements-electrical-safeguarding.6/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/legal-requirements-electrical-safeguarding.6/ invalid@example.com (Neels Nortje) Neels Nortje http://kznmba.blogspot.com or go directly to the topic via this link http://kznmba.blogspot.com/2009/02/legal-check-part-8-electrical.html]]>