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Voltage
Also known as electric potential.
Electrical potential difference that can drive current through a circuit or person.
Safety notes
- Identify nominal and possible transient voltage, maintain ratings and approach limits, and verify absence before contact.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Identify nominal and possible transient voltage, maintain ratings and approach limits, and verify absence before contact.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.