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Health, Safety & Environmental Bulletin No 088

M Mott – 2 May 2008

Electrical Connections to BP Fascia

We have recently had two reported near misses concerning the cabling to BP fascia.

The first involved the cable being jointed inside the canopy, and the second where the cable had been
trapped by the fascia.

Before carrying out any works on or near electrical cables, always isolate the power and lock it off
(refer to bulletin number 13 for safe isolation procedure; request a copy from the office if you need to).
This work should always be carried out by an electrician, in order to ensure correct isolation, to enable
disconnection of the neutral conductor to prevent neutral-earth RCD tripping during the works, and to
allow inspection of the circuits before work commences.

Where existing fascia lighting supply cables are located
inside the canopy, these must be bought onto the canopy
roof and left for the electricians to connect. The cables
should be routed through the fascia by drilling 20mm
holes and applying grommets to protect the cables, as
shown. Ensure the cable is not trapped behind the
backing frame or the facia and that all edges are protected.

If the cable is not long enough to reach the canopy roof,
contact the appropriate Xmo Veritas electrician or your
supervisor.

Being safe depends on the choices we make everyday. The right choices can save lives. We want to
share safety information and help to raise industry awareness. Safety is not about getting one over on

the competition. We need to talk openly, share what we know and make the right choices.

If you have any queries regarding the Safety Bulletin content or require further information please
contact any staff member of Xmo Strata Ltd.