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Abstract
Provides workers on low-voltage electrical installations with: (a) the principles of safe working practices; and (b) recommended procedures for safe working practices.
Scope
This Standard outlines principles and procedures of safe work, organization and performance on or near low-voltage electrical equipment. It provides a minimum set of procedures, safety requirements and recommendations for a safe working environment on or near electrical equipment, installations or systems.
Application
This Standard applies to all persons, whether employees or self-employed and including powerline and cable workers, carrying out work on or near low-voltage electrical equipment, installations or systems.
The requirements of this Standard shall apply, whether or not quality systems are in place.
History
First published as AS/NZS 4836:2001.