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3 General elements of a safe system of work
Generally, for a safe system of work to exist, people should be able to demonstrate that they have identified and addressed risks associated with workers’ safety.
Typically, there should be planning and pre-prepared actions, records and evidence that the actions have been addressed. Refer to section 6.3.1 for requirements for a safe system to perform live work.
Common elements of a safe system of work that should apply to all electrical work, both live and de-energised, include:
- The safe system of work should be drawn up with people who are representative of electrical workers, refer to section 5.3 and section 6.3.1;
- The system should be consistent with, and should complement, other management systems such as general Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental Systems, and Quality Systems;
- A safe system of work should include practical guidance on at least the following:
- Electrical access;
- Physical access;
- Safe electrical work practices;
- Tools, instruments and safety equipment used for electrical work; and
- Testing and faultfinding.
Last updated July 16, 2009
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