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Pre-Task Plan: Electrical Conduit Installation

Date: [DATE] Work Area: [WORK AREA] Task Supervisor: [SUPERVISOR NAME]

1. Task Description

Installation of electrical conduits for [SPECIFIC PURPOSE, e.g., new lighting circuit] in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

2. Task Duration

Estimated Start: [START TIME] Estimated Completion: [END TIME]

3. Personnel Involved

  • Electrician
  • Assistant
  • Supervisor

4. Task-Specific Hazards and Controls

HazardRiskControl Measures
Electrical shockElectrocution, burnsVerify power is disconnected and LOTO is applied before starting work. Use insulated tools and PPE. Test for absence of voltage before handling any conductors [1].
Falls from heightInjury, deathUse appropriate fall protection equipment (harness, lanyard, etc.) when working at heights. Inspect fall protection equipment before use. Ensure proper ladder placement and stability [2].
Struck by falling objectsHead injury, lacerationsWear hard hats. Secure materials and tools to prevent them from falling. Use tag lines when lifting materials [3].
Sharp edges of conduitCuts, lacerationsWear gloves when handling conduit. Deburr cut ends of conduit to remove sharp edges [3].
Awkward postures, repetitive motionMusculoskeletal disordersUse proper lifting techniques. Take breaks to stretch and change positions. Use ergonomic tools where possible [3].
Hazardous substances (e.g., cutting oils, solvents)Skin irritation, respiratory issuesUse appropriate PPE (gloves, eye protection, respirator) when handling hazardous substances. Ensure adequate ventilation [3].

5. Required PPE for Today's Task

  • Hard hat
  • Safety glasses
  • Gloves (insulated and work gloves)
  • Safety boots
  • Fall protection harness (if working at height)

6. Tools and Equipment Needed

  • Conduit bender
  • Conduit cutter
  • Reamer/deburring tool
  • Screwdrivers (insulated)
  • Pliers (insulated)
  • Voltage tester
  • Multimeter
  • Hammer drill (if required)
  • Measuring tape
  • Level
  • Ladder/Scaffold

7. Pre-Start Checklist

Area Preparation

  • [ ] Ensure work area is clear of obstructions and tripping hazards.
  • [ ] Provide adequate lighting in the work area.
  • [ ] Barricade the work area to prevent unauthorized access.

Equipment Checks

  • [ ] Inspect all tools and equipment for damage before use.
  • [ ] Verify voltage tester is functioning correctly before starting work.
  • [ ] Ensure ladder/scaffold is in good condition and properly set up.

Communication

  • [ ] Review task-specific hazards and controls with all personnel involved.
  • [ ] Establish clear communication signals between team members.
  • [ ] Confirm emergency procedures and contact information.

8. Task Steps Overview

  1. Review drawings and plan conduit layout.
  2. Measure and cut conduit to required lengths.
  3. Deburr and thread conduit ends as needed.
  4. Bend conduit to match layout requirements.
  5. Install conduit supports and hangers.
  6. Pull wires through conduit (if applicable).
  7. Connect conduit to boxes and equipment.
  8. Inspect and test completed installation.

9. Emergency Response for This Task

  • Electric shock → Immediately de-energize the circuit, provide first aid, and call for medical assistance.
  • Fall from height → Do not move the injured worker unless the location is unsafe, provide first aid, and call for medical assistance.

10. Task-Specific Precautions

  • Never work on energized circuits unless properly trained and authorized.
  • Always use appropriate PPE for the task.
  • Keep the work area clean and organized.

Pre-Task Briefing Confirmation

All workers understand the task, associated hazards, and required controls.

Team Lead Initials: [___] Date: [DATE] Time: [TIME]

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[1] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)

Page 457

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## WIRING DESIGN & PROTECTION - (iii) Clearance from building openings. Conductors shall have a clearance of at least 3 feet (914 mm) from windows, doors, fire escapes, or similar locations. Conductors run above the top level of a window are considered to be out of reach from that window and, therefore, do not have to be 3 feet (914 mm) away. - (iv) Clearance over roofs. Conductors above roof space accessible to employees on foot shall have a clearance from the highest point of the roof surface of not less than 8 feet (2.44 m) vertical clearance for insulated conductors, not less than 10 feet (3.05 m) vertical or diagonal clearance for covered conductors, and not less than 15 feet (4.57 m) for bare conductors, except that: - (A) Where the roof space is also accessible to vehicular traffic, the vertical clearance shall not be less than 18 feet (5.49 m), or - (B) Where the roof space is not normally accessible to employees on foot, fully insulated conductors shall have a vertical or diagonal clearance of not less than 3 feet (914 mm), or - (C) Where the voltage between conductors is 300 volts or less and the roof has a slope of not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in 12 inches (305 mm), the clearance from roofs shall be at least 3 feet (914 mm), or - (D) Where the voltage between conductors is 300 volts or less and the conductors do not pass over more than 4 feet (1.22 m) of the overhang portion of the roof and they are terminated at a through-the-roof raceway or support, the clearance from roofs shall be at least 18 inches (457 mm). - (2) Location of outdoor lamps. Lamps for outdoor lighting shall be located below all live conductors, transformers, or other electric equipment, unless such equipment is controlled by a disconnecting means that can be locked in the open position or unless adequate clearances or other safeguards are provided for relamping operations. ## (d) Services. - (1) Disconnecting means. - (i) General. Means shall be provided to disconnect all …

[2] Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)

Page 466

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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ - (v) You must provide overcurrent protection of equipment and conductors and - (vi) You must bond the following equipment connected to the same source: - (A) Metal raceways and metal sheathed cable; - (B) Metal enclosures of electrical equipment; and - (C) Metal frames and metal parts of rides, concessions, trailers, trucks, or other equipment that contain or support electrical equipment. ## (e) Disconnecting means . - (i) You must provide each ride and concession with a fused disconnect switch or circuit breaker located within sight and within 6 feet of the operator's station. - (ii) The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the operator, including when the ride is in operation. - (iii) Where accessible to unqualified persons, the enclosure for the switch or circuit breaker must be of the lockable type. - (iv) 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. - (12) Safety procedure and protective equipment required for exposure to movie theater Xenon bulbs . Exposure also includes opening of the lamp-house where the bulb is installed. The following are minimum requirements for theater personnel or others who install, change, or dispose of Xenon bulbs and are exposed to potential explosion hazard: - (a) You must store all bulbs, new, used or subject to future disposal, in the protective jacket provided until time of use; - (b) You must furnish protective equipment at no cost to the employee and the use shall be strictly enforced for any exposed employee. Basic safety equipment required is: - (i) Full protective face shield with crown protector; - (ii) Safety glasses for use under face shield (to meet required …

[3] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (General Occupational Safety and Health, Division 2, OSHA Oregon)

Page 1900

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Source excerpt

Division 2 AO 2-2017 Oregon Administrative Rules Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division ## 1 3.05 meters (10 feet) plus 0.10 meters (4 inches for every 10 kilovolts over 50 kilovolts). Appendix A- 4 to Subdivision RR -- Application of 1910.147, Division 2/RR and 1910.333 to Hazardous Energy Control Procedures (Lockout/Tagout). <!-- image --> - 1 If a generation, transmission, or distribution installation conforms to 1910.302 through 1910.308, the lockout and tagging procedures of 1910.333(b) may be followed for electric-shock hazards. - 2 This means commingled to the extent that the electric power generation, transmission, or distribution installation poses the greater hazard. - 3 Paragraphs (b)(2)(iii)(D) and (b)(2)(iv)(B) of 1910.333 still apply. - 4 Paragraph (b) of 1910.333 applies to any electrical hazards from work on, near, or with electric conductors and equipment.

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