4.4. General observations
This section defines the preventive measures to be adopted when performing all types of work on the equipment, in
order to work safely and to control unavoidable hazards.
Protection against direct contact is provided by enclosures of the appropriate protection rating.
These cabinets have been tested to the applicable standards to ensure that they comply with the safety requirements
in force. The following tests have been performed: leakage current, continuity, insulation measurements, dielectric
strength, insulation and equipment operating tests.
The compartments have different forms of interlocking, depending on the devices located in the housing interior.
The tools and/or equipment used for the equipment manipulation tasks, must have double reinforced insulation
(class II).
4.4.1. Hazards present and general preventive measures
Crash with fixed elements
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Inform workers of the hazard.
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Adequate lighting.
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Work carefully.
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Keep an adequate distance to avoid contact with this elements.
Blows, jabs and cuts with objects and/or tools
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Keep the doors closed when not working in the cubicle.
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Adequate lighting.
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Clean and tidy.
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Mandatory use of a helmet, safety footwear and gloves when required.
Particle projection (fan):
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It is advisable to use anti-impact glasses (face screen).
Electric risk
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Observe indications from PPE’s and “Important safety instructions” sections.
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Inform workers of the hazard.
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Comply with laws and security standards applicable to the installation where is located the inverter because
of the type of installation and the country.
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Hazards and additional preventive measures for Manipulation works.
Thermal contact
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Inform the workers of the hazard.
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It is advisable to wear gloves.
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Disconnect the power supply and wait 10 minutes to allow the hot parts in the equipment interior to cool
down.
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