Safety checklist — Electrical
Electrical installation and wiring. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Before work
11 items- ✓
PPE worn: hard hat, insulated gloves, safety glasses, dielectric boots if required
- ✓
Circuits de-energized and confirmed with multimeterCritical
ℹ️ Multimeter verification mandatory — never rely on breaker alone
- ✓
Lockout performed — individual lock with unique key (RSST)Critical
ℹ️ RSST: individual lock with unique key, one per worker
- ✓
Lockout tag posted at panel
- ✓
Minimum approach distances respected if energized line (≥ 3 m if < 125 kV)
- ✓
Insulated tools in good condition
- ✓
Verify absence of voltage before each intervention
- ✓
Conductors grounded if required
- ✓
No live work unless CSA Z462 procedure approvedCritical
ℹ️ CSA Z462 standard — arc flash risk analysis required
- ✓
Temporary cables protected from crushing and moisture
- ✓
Arc flash: flame-resistant clothing if working near energized parts
After work
4 items- ✓
Lockout removed per procedure — only installer removes their lock
- ✓
Continuity and insulation tests performed
- ✓
Panels closed and labeled
- ✓
Cable offcuts and waste sorted
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