One of the key aspects of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 (EaWR) is the obligation to provide suitable means of cutting off and isolating electrical equipment in case of danger. This is an ABSOLUTE regulation, meaning that there is no excuse for not following it. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will not tolerate…
As an electrical contractor, Guardian knows how important it is to have a safe system of work. A safe system of work is not just a document, but a practical and effective way of working that reduces the risk of accidents and injuries. It should reflect the reality of what is done on-site and comply…
The HSE stands for the Health and Safety Executive, and they are the independent authority for health and safety at work in Great Britain. They have the power to inspect, investigate and enforce the law to prevent work-related harm. Above all else, they are dedicated to protecting people and places, and helping everyone lead safer…
🧐Another Friday… Another Find! Whilst conducting a recent on-site visit, one of Guardians’ inspectors discovered this simple but potentially fatal error within this external socket. Upon removal of the cover, it was found that the live & neutral wire had been reversed… 👍Thanks to the thorough work by our inspectors, this was swiftly and safely…
For quite some time, there has been an unknown between BS7671 and other British safety standards. Duty holders can be placed at risk of non-compliance with EaWR 1989 due to panels being installed, modified, and replaced without any relevant documentation.This is where a Panel Risk Assessment come in! Panel Risk Assessments are also:✔️A way of…
😱⚡Prior to ourselves being on-site, this specific client recently had some work carried out via another contractor. However, as a result of this, issues began to occur and resultantly got in touch with us to attend site and investigate why they were suffering power loss following Solar PV install – what we found was shocking!…
🔌 Electrical Equipment Testing (EET) is more than just a legal requirement – it’s a way to protect your business and your employees from electrical hazards. 🔌 EET, formerly known as PAT (Portable Appliance Testing), is the practice of checking and testing electrical appliances and equipment to make sure they are safe and comply with…
Another Friday… another Find! This time brought to you by Guardian’s very own Sam Bray. As you can see below, the worrying lack of ingress protection on this distribution is far from acceptable… especially due to the environment it is situated in …… a papermill. Scenarios like this place an unnecessarily dangerous hazard to the…
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Are you a dutyholder who needs to ensure electrical compliance and safety on your site? If so, you might want to check out Guardian Electricals’ Famous Dutyholder Guide. It’s a free and easy-to-read guide that covers the essential legislation and regulations that affect your role, such as Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and 18th Edition…