Non gfci protected extension cord

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WORK SAFE KENTUCKY Free safety resources provided by KEMI HOME SAFETY RESOURCES SAFETY TRAINING SAFETY BLOG ABOUT KEMI CONTACT US O # Extension Cord Safety ## Print a Sign-In Sheet | Spanish Version It is important to inspect your electrical equipment daily and follow safety procedures. This applies to the use of flexible extension cords as well. Whether it is at home, work, office, or construction site, most of us use extension cords on a daily basis. Thus, it is easy to overlook their potential hazards. Remember, electricity can be dangerous. By following the safety steps listed below when working with extension cords, electrical shocks and injuries may be prevented. ## Extension Cord Don'ts • Do not plug in flexible extension cords with wet hands. • Do not remove cords by pulling on the cord, pull on the plug. • Do not daisy chain power strips. • Do not use extension cords as a substitute for fixed wiring. • Do not run cords through windows and doorways or through holes in walls, ceilings, or floors. • Do not use the cord to raise or lower equipment. • Do not fasten cords with staples. • Do not modify plugs or cords in any way. ## Extension Cord Dos • Do visually inspect cords and plugs for damage, such as missing ground prongs or cuts to the rubber installation, before using them. • Do remove all damaged cords from service. • Do plug cords into properly grounded outlets. • Do use extension cords that are 3-wire type. • Do use cords that are rated for hard or extra hard use in construction areas. • Do use the proper gauge of extension cord by choosing one that matches the amount of electrical current it will carry. ## American Wire Gauge (AWG) <table><tr><th>Wire size</th><th>Handles up to</th></tr><tr><td>#10 AWG</td><td>30 amps</td></tr><tr><td>#12 AWG</td><td>20 amps</td></tr><tr><td>#14 AWG</td><td>15 amps</td></tr><tr><td># 16 AWG</td><td>13 amps</td></tr></table> Remember: The larger the gauge number, the smaller the wire. KEMI doe…

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# What should I do if I think I am too close to overhead power lines? (cont.) ## What are some general safety tips for working with or near electricity? (cont.) - Be aware that unusually warm or hot outlets or cords may be a sign that unsafe wiring conditions exist. Unplug any cords or extension cords from these outlets and do not use them until a qualified electrician has checked the wiring. - Always use ladders made with non-conductive side rails (e.g., fibreglass) when working with or near electricity or power lines. - Place halogen lights away from combustible materials such as cloths or curtains. Halogen lamps can become very hot and may be a fire hazard. - The risk of electric shock is greater in areas that are wet or damp. Install Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) as they will interrupt the electrical circuit before a current sufficient to cause death or serious injury occurs. - Use a portable in-line Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) if you are not certain that the receptacle you are plugging your extension cord into is GFCI protected. - Make sure that exposed receptacle boxes are made of non-conductive materials. - Know where the panel and circuit breakers are located in case of an emergency. - Label all circuit breakers and fuse boxes clearly. Each switch should be positively identified as to which outlet or appliance it is for. - Do not use outlets or cords that have exposed wiring. - Do not use portable cord-and-plug connected power tools if the guards are removed. - Do not block access to panels and circuit breakers, or fuse boxes. - Do not touch a person or electrical apparatus in the event of an electrical incident. Always disconnect the power source first. - Make sure electrical tools and equipment have a certification marking from an accredited agency accepted by your jurisdiction (e.g., UL, ULC, CSA, ETL). Be careful when purchasing equipment from another country or online, as they may not be approved. - Make sure…

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## Use flexible cords and cables only for: (cont.) FLEXIBLE CORDS AND CABLES (GENERAL INDUSTRY) The following flexible cords and cables must be marked with their type, size, and number of conductors at intervals not exceeding 24 inches: ● Type S, SC, SCE, SCT, SE, SEO, SEOO, SJ, SJE, SJEO, SJEOO, SJO, SJT, SJTO, SJTOO, SO, SOO, ST, STO, and STOO flexible cords - Type G, G-GC, PPE, and W flexible cables - Use flexible cords in continuous lengths without splicing or tapping them. - Splices in hard-service cord and junior hard-service cord (No. 14 and larger) can be repaired, but the splice must retain the insulation, outer sheath properties, and use characteristics of the cord. - Use strain relief when connecting flexible cords and cables so that tension - including tension from the weight of the cord - will not be transmitted to the conductor terminals. Examples of strain relief include knotting the cord, winding with tape, and use of fittings designed for that purpose. - Connectors used to connect cable in a run must lock firmly together and not open or close when they are energized. Use strain relief at the connections. - Do not use portable cords that have splices unless the splices are permanently molded or vulcanized. - Portable hand lamps that have flexible cords must have a molded composition (or similar) handle and an attached guard. Do not use metal shell or paper-lined lamp holders. ## 1910.334 - Use of equipment Flexible electric cords connected to equipment must not be used for raising or lowering the equipment. Flexible cords must not be fastened or hung in a way that could damage the outer jacket or insulation. Portable cord-and-plug connected equipment and extension cords must be inspected before use on each shift for defects such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation and for evidence of internal damage such as a pinched or a crushed outer jacket. Cord-and-plug connected equipment and extensio…