Electrical cord, plug equipment and tool safety checklist

1. Are flexible cords free from damaged insulation, taped repairs, crimps, crushing and UV damage?

2. Are flexible cords used on the job site of the properly rated and listed to support the load required?

3. Are flexible cords used on the job site all equipped with grounded three-prong plugs or receptacles?

4. Are flexible cord sets and portable recepticles NRTL tested and approved or fabricated and tested by a licensed electrician?

5. Are flexible cords used on the job site marked S, ST, SO or STO; OR: SJ, SJO, SJT and SJTO for Hard Service or Extra Hard Service?

6. Are flexible cords and cables prohibited from being used as a substitute for fixed wiring of a structure; attached to building surfaces; concealed; run through holes in walls, ceilings, or floors?

7. Are all flexible cords that have plugs or recepticles equipped with strain relief to prevent tension at joints and terminal screws?

8. Is all temporary electrical power equipment exposed to the outdoors properly rated?

9. Are all lamps used for temporary lighting on the job site completely enclosed in a cage, lens cover or other protective containment?

10. Are all portable cord and plug-type electrical tools powered from an GFCI equipped recepticle or used with a portable GFCI?

11. Are only Qualified Electrical Workers (as defined by OSHA and NFPA) allowed to install, connect and repair temporary wiring installations?

12. Is there a record of monthly inspections of all cord and plug-type tools and equipment used on the job site?

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