Who Sets The Rules For Electrical Testing And Safety? - An Explanation of Safety Standards

摘要

There's no question that electrical safety is a key concern for electricians and engineers, employers, unions, and the government. Everyday, an average of 9,000 workers in the U.S. suffer disabling injuries on the job, Insurance industry estimates put the direct cost of workplace injuries in 1999 at more than USD40 billion (Source: NIOSH). With costs that high, no wonder so many government agencies and private groups hold pieces of the safety puzzle. To maximize safety for yourself and your team, you need a solid understanding of the rules and standards that govern safe electrical work. This article will help you cut through the alphabet soup of safety organization names to see how each plays a role in safety.