Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury. |
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory when working on or near the AES Cabinet system to ensure personnel safety and minimize the risk of injury or exposure to electrical, thermal, or chemical hazards.
All individuals performing installation, maintenance, service, or inspection of the AES Cabinet must be trained appropriately and wear PPE that meets applicable safety regulations and standards. Failure to do so may result in serious injury, property damage, or death.
Required PPE for Working with the AES Cabinet
Task Type | Required PPE |
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General Access | Safety glasses, gloves (cut-resistant), steel-toed shoes |
Electrical Work (>50V DC) | Class 0 or higher insulated rubber gloves, leather protectors, arc-rated clothing (≥8 cal/cm²), face shield, hearing protection |
Battery Service (energized) | Chemical-resistant gloves, face shield, safety goggles, apron |
Commissioning / Testing | Full arc-rated PPE kit, including jacket, pants, gloves, balaclava, helmet with arc-rated face shield |
Lifting / Transport | Steel-toed shoes, high-visibility vest, gloves |
Minimum PPE Standards
All PPE used must comply with the following safety standards:
NFPA 70E – Electrical safety in the workplace
ASTM F1506 – Flame-resistant clothing
ANSI Z87.1 – Eye and face protection
OSHA 1910 Subpart I – Personal protective equipment
IEC 61482-2 / EN 61482 – Arc flash PPE
Jewelry and Conductive Items
Personnel must remove all conductive jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces, bracelets) before accessing or working on the system. These items pose a serious risk of short circuit and arc flash.
Responsibility and Compliance
It is the sole responsibility of the site owner, employer, or designated safety officer to ensure:
Personnel are properly trained on PPE selection and use.
Required PPE is provided, maintained, and worn.
All work on the AES Cabinet complies with applicable workplace safety regulations.
Discover Energy Systems disclaims any liability for injury or damage arising from failure to comply with these PPE requirements or from unauthorized or unsafe practices.