Master Plumbers Apprentices Limited  
 
SAFETY HANDBOOK  
 
 
 
 
 
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS cont.

SECTION FIVE
5.1 Electrical Safety 23
5.1.1 Earth Leakage Devices 24
5.1.2 Electrical Extensive Cords 24
5.1.3 Live Electric Cables 24
5.2 Tools 24
5.2.1 Hand Tools 25
5.2.2 Power Tools 25
5.2.3 Fixed Machines 26
5.2.4 Ladders 26
5.2.5 Explosive Power Tools 27
5.3 Welding 27
5.3.1 Safety Points for Welding 27
5.3.2 Welding Cable 27
5.3.3 Gas Welding Equipment 27
5.4 Confined Spaces 28
5.4.1 Excavation and Trenches 29
5.4.2 Floor Openings, Holes and Edges 29
5.5 Working in High Places 30
5.5.1 Use of Safety Harnesses 30
5.6 Forklifts, Trucks, Pay Loaders and Hand Trucks 31
5.6.1 Vehicle Operation 31
5.6.2 Crane Operation 32
5.6.3 Fuelling Equipment 33
5.7 Compressed Air 33
5.8 Chemicals 34
5.9 Solvents 35
5.10 Explosive Gas Hazards 35
 
 
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