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Subchapter 5. Electrical Safety Orders
Group 2. High-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders
Article 36. Work Procedures and Operating Procedures

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§2940.1. Voltage Determination and Energized Equipment or Systems.


(a) All electrical equipment and systems shall be treated as energized until tested or otherwise proven to be deenergized.
(b) Operating voltage of equipment or conductors shall be determined before working on or near energized parts.
(c) The employer shall provide and require employees to use suitable personal protective equipment when testing or determining voltage.
Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.
HISTORY
1. Amendment of section heading and section filed 2-27-2018; operative 4-1-2018 (Register 2018, No. 9).


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