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Health, Safety & Environmental Bulletin No 207

M Mott - 9 September 2010

Unsafe Circuit Breaker

Please see enclosed self explanatory bulletin from the BP/Bovis Global Alliance.

Unfortunately it is not uncommon to find electrical installations on some dealer sites in
poor condition, this example shows the need to always be vigilant when working near
electrical equipment, and never assume the existing installation is correct or safe.

When you are carrying out your lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures, always take a look
at the state of the distribution board, if it is in poor condition this will give you a
indication of the likelihood of their being faults on the circuits (and thereby increase the
risk of the MCB you lock off not isolating the signage).

If it looks unsafe, it probably is, so don’t take the chance.

Share Thoughts
About Risk

Risk management is a big step towards accident prevention; however, it is dependent on the risk firstly
being identified, then controlled. We need safety awareness to be instinctive and form an integral part
of both our working and home lives; it is this, in turn, that may save the lives of others. Remember: if
shared, risks can be mitigated before they pose a threat.

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