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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE from now on) REQUIRED
The use of PPE in accordance with standards is required to repair and maintain the equipment. Follow
applicable instructions at the installation site to comply with national and local regulations.
In the case of tasks with voltage present, it is mandatory to use an Electric Arc Safety Kit (gloves,
clothing, and face protection).
A detailed example of the PPE used is shown below. The installer must specify in their safety
instructions (hazard statement and work procedure) which PPE is required and when and how they
should be used according to his electric arc studies, the characteristics of the site, the chargers, the
installation, and the country.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use of the equipment or
failure to comply with local or national regulations.
Always follow local regulations / NEC Health & Safety standards.
The following table shows an example of commonly used PPE:
ITEM
Safety glasses
Electric gloves
Safety footwear
Insulation carpet
Safety kit arc flash
Padlock set
HI-VIS vest
MV stool
Rescue pole
Mechanical gloves
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Eye protection according ANSI Z87.1.
Gloves with mechanical, dielectric and against arc flash.
Class according to voltage.
ASTM D120 specifications and NFPA 70E standards.
S3 class complying with ASTM F2413-11.
Insulation carpet according to ASTM Class 4.
The insulation carpet must be used when there is voltage inside the
equipment or when checking the voltage absence.
Arc flash personal protective equipment kit (including arc flash protective
face shield & hard hat), fire resistant 40 cal/cm
Padlock and auxiliary elements set to lock out dangerous equipment.
Fr VIS vest 9 cal/cm
Medium Voltage insulation stool.
Insulated body rescue pole.
PPE FOR INSTALLATION
Safety boots
Additional PPE for commissioning and maintenance tasks
Safety clothes according to NFPA-70E and safety labels
NB 120 Installation Manual
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Safety helmet
Safety glasses
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