Electrical Safety Program

Tampa Electric Safety Management System
ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROGRAM

Table of Contents
1. Purpose ............................................................................................................................ 1
2. Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1
3. References ....................................................................................................................... 2
4. Scope ............................................................................................................................... 2
5. Responsibility.................................................................................................................. 3
6. Employee Training .......................................................................................................... 4
7. Electrical Equipment Labeling ....................................................................................... 5
8. Approach Distances and Boundaries ........................................................................... 6
9. General Requirements .................................................................................................. 10
10. Personal Protective Equipment ................................................................................... 15
11. Hand Tools and Test Equipment ................................................................................. 20
12. Batteries and Battery Rooms ....................................................................................... 21
13. Minimum Safe Operating Distances Near Powerlines ............................................... 22
14. Current and Potential Transformers............................................................................ 24
15. Temporary Protective Grounding for High Side Equipment ..................................... 25
16. Other Temporary Protective Grounding ..................................................................... 26
17. Record of Revisions ..................................................................................................... 28
Appendix A – Glossary............................................................................................. 29
Appendix B – Electrical Equipment Labels ............................................................ 35
Appendix C – Approach Distances For Shock Protection For AC Voltages ....... 37
Appendix D – Energized Electrical Work Permit .................................................... 39
Appendix E – Arc Rated (AR) Clothing Categories ................................................ 40
Appendix F – Glove Use Guide ................................................................................ 41
Appendix G – Multimeter Insulation Categories .................................................... 42
OSHA - 29 CFR 1910.269: ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION, TRANSMISSION &

DISTRIBUTION
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Electrical Safety Program Original Issue Date: 09/2010

Revised Date: 05/03/2024
1. Purpose
The purpose of this program is to protect human life and reduce potential occupational
exposure to electricity through arc flash/blast or shock. This program provides guidance on
work practices, methods, and PPE requirements for employees who work on or near
exposed energized electrical conductors or circuit parts.
2. Introduction
TAMPA ELECTRIC is dedicated to providing a safe and healthful workplace for its
employees by communicating information concerning exposure to arc flash and blast
hazards when performing electrical work. This program applies to Tampa Electric Energy
Supply employees and contractors who have potential occupational exposure to electrical
shock and/or arc flash and blasts and establishes requirements for control and personal
protective equipment when working with electrical hazards.
Consideration shall be provided to all new installations to minimize arc flash hazard rating
as low as reasonably achievable. Where feasible, new installations are designed for an arc
hazard rating of 2 or lower. In instances where a hazard rating of 2 is not feasible,
engineering controls and personal protective equipment shall be specified and utilized.
Tampa Electric Energy Supply employees and contractors should avoid energized
electrical work unless it is necessary. Live parts will be de-energized before an employee
works on or near them unless one of the following conditions applies:
• De-energizing introduces additional or increased hazards. Examples of
“additional or increased” hazards would include, deactivation of emergency
alarm systems, or shutdown of hazardous location ventilation systems.
• De-energizing is not possible due to equipment design or operational
limitations. Examples of this situation would include testing and
troubleshooting of electrical circuits that can only be performed with the
circuit energized and work on circuits that form an integral part of a
continuous process that would otherwise need to be completely shut down
in order to permit work on one circuit or piece of equipment.
• Live parts are operating at less than 50 volts to ground and there is no
increased exposure to electrical burns or to explosion due to electrical arcs.
Developed by: Approved by:

TEC Safety VP, Safety and Security
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This written program contains the following elements:

• Employee Training • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Electrical Equipment Labeling • Documentation and Recordkeeping
• Approach Distances
• Installation, removal and maintenance of temporary protective grounding equipment.
• Selection and use of de-energized vs. energized work methods.
3. References
The TECO Energy Supply Electrical Safety Program is based on requirements and
information from the following sources:
• NFPA70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2023 edition.
• Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 29CFR1910.269.
• Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 29CFR1910.331

through 1910.335.
4. Scope
An arc flash hazard may exist when energized electrical conductors or circuit parts are
exposed or when they are within equipment in a guarded or enclosed condition, provided a
person is interacting with the equipment in such a manner that could cause an electric arc
flash or blast. Examples of interaction with the equipment included but are not limited to;
open/closing breakers, racking breakers in/out, and open/closing potential transformer fuse
drawers.
Under normal operating conditions, enclosed energized equipment that has been properly
installed and maintained is not likely to pose an arc flash hazard. For any other electrical
equipment that is in disrepair or has not been properly maintained, the shock and arc flash
risk is elevated. Additional electrical safety precautions should be observed.
A shock hazard may exist when energized electrical conductors or circuit parts are
exposed.
The requirements in this document apply to qualified employees and others (including
contractors) who are exposed to a potential arc flash hazard or shock hazard.

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Arc Flash guidelines do not apply to electronic equipment. While a shock potential can
exist when working on electronic equipment with high voltages, an arc flash is unlikely.
Examples include computers, video monitors, flame scanners, igniter circuits, DCS power
supplies, turbine control power supplies, etc.
Exposed and energized control circuits that operate at 48 volt DC and 24 volt DC in
switchgear and motor control centers do not create arc flash hazards.
Appropriate PPE shall be worn while operating or working on energized electrical

equipment in accordance with this program. Personnel shall not work on energized circuits
if the flash hazard risk assessment suggests that the intensity of the arc flash could expose
the worker to 40 cal/cm2 or greater regardless of the level of flash protection provided by
PPE available at the plant. Above 40 cal/cm2, no PPE will protect the employee from the
pressure (arc blast) generated during an arcing fault. Equipment with an Arc Flash Hazard
category greater than 4 (>4) requires the equipment to be de-energized to perform work
where there is an arc flash hazard. Alternatively, the work may be performed at a greater
distance where the incident energy level is less than 40 cal/cm2 with properly rated PPE.
Examples of alternatives could be using a longer reach tool or using a remote racking
device.
5. Responsibility
The facility director is responsible for the implementation of the Electrical Safety Program.
This includes ensuring that equipment is labeled appropriately in accordance with
completed arc flash calculation. Additionally, they shall ensure that labels are updated
according to updated flash calculations when physical changes are made which affect arc
flash calculations.
Duties supporting this objective may be assigned to appropriate personnel.
Supervisors and managers are responsible to monitor the electrical safety practices of
personnel under their direction and assign only qualified employees to perform work on or
near exposed energized equipment (within the Shock or Flash Protection Boundaries).
Supervisors and managers are responsible to ensure employees receive the necessary
safety and technical training to perform their assigned duties.
Supervisors and managers shall require employees to hold thorough job risk briefings and
require employees to use the correct personal protective equipment and tools.
Qualified employees are responsible to use their knowledge, skills and experience to
perform their job in a safe manner and follow established procedures. This includes

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knowledge of switchgear ratings, performs zero energy checks, erects barriers/postings,

and ensures test equipment is operated properly. They are required to conduct a thorough
job risk briefing. Additionally, they must properly choose, use, and care for PPE and tools
for the job.
Station Electrical Engineer shall have access to most recent NFPA70E hard copy for any
clarifications or guidance.
Hazard elimination shall be the first priority in the implementation of these safety-related
work practices.
6. Employee Training
Target Audience - Employees who work on or near exposed energized electrical

conductors or circuit parts.
Frequency - Initial training shall be provided to each affected employee prior to the
assignment of tasks which may result in exposure to electrical hazards.
Additional training and retraining shall be conducted on an as needed basis:

• When it is found that an employee is not complying with the safety-related work
practices.
• When new technology, new types of equipment, or changes in procedures are
introduced.
• The employee needs to review tasks that are performed less often than once
per year.
• When safety-related practices are not part of the employee’s regular job duties.
• The employee’s job duties change.
• Refresher training shall occur every three years.
Methods - Training shall be accomplished through PowerPoint presentation with video, or

other training materials determined adequate by the Safety Department.
Qualified employees shall be trained and competent in:

• Distinguishing exposed live parts from other parts of electrical equipment,
• Determining the nominal voltage of exposed live parts,
• Determining the approach distances specified in Appendix C corresponding to
the voltage that the employee may be exposed to; and

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• The proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective

equipment (PPE), insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools.
• Rescue (contact release) of a stricken coworker in case of electrical shock.
• Selection and correct application of temporary protective grounding.
• Summoning First Aid treatment, including personnel to administer CPR/AED.
• Performing the job risk briefing and safety plan.
• Identify electrical hazards.
• Assess the associated risk.
Awareness level electrical safety training shall be provided to those employees that are not
“qualified employees.” The content of this training shall include:
• Identification of the hazards of electric shock and arc-flash.
• Distinguishing energized parts of electrical equipment from other parts and
know how to treat them.
• Determining the applicable safe approach distance for any given voltage.
Documentation – All employee training will be documented electronically by the Safety

department. Classroom training will require the attendees to sign a roster. Training
documentation will contain the content of the training, each employee’s name, and dates of
training. Documentation will be retained for the duration of the employee’s employment.
7. Electrical Equipment Labeling
See Appendix B for an example of the labeling used to warn employees of the electrical
hazards.
All plant locations shall ensure a hazard analysis on their electrical equipment, and
electrical equipment shall be labeled. The following information shall be provided at a
minimum:
• Equipment Designation.
• Limited Approach Boundary.
• Restricted Approach Boundary.
• Flash Protection Boundary.
• Incident Energy at Working Distance.
• PPE Requirement Classification. (Note: Until a Hazard Risk Assessment
has been completed, the default values noted in NFPA 70E Table 130.5(C),
Table 130.7(C)(15)(a) or Table 130.7(C)(15)(b) when the requirements of
these tables apply.).

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Labels shall be updated as necessary to reflect current equipment conditions. Periodic

audits, at frequencies not to exceed 5 years, shall be conducted to confirm accuracy of
label information.
8. Approach Distances and Boundaries
Observing a safe approach distance from exposed

energized parts is an effective means of maintaining
electrical safety. As the distance between an
individual and live parts increases, the potential for
an electrical injury decreases.
Where defined shock and/or flash hazards exist, a

shock and/or arc flash risk assessment shall be
performed, and boundaries shall be determined and
followed.
The risk assessment shall (1) identify the shock / arc flash hazards, (2) estimate the
likelihood of occurrence of injury or damage to health and the potential severity of injury or
damage to health and (3) additional protective measures such as PPE.
The estimate of the likelihood of occurrence of injury or damage to health and the potential
severity of injury or damage to health shall take into consideration the following:
1. The design of the electrical equipment, including its overcurrent protective
device and its operating time.
2. The electrical equipment operating condition and condition of maintenance.
If additional protective measures are required, they shall be selected and implemented
according to following hierarchy of risk control;
1. Elimination
2. Substitution
3. Engineering controls
4. Awareness
5. Administrative controls
6. PPE
When the additional protective measures include the use of PPE, the following shall be
determined:
1. Appropriate safety-related work practices

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2. The arc flash boundary

3. The PPE to be used within the arc flash boundary
Instances where arc flash hazards exist are defined by NFPA 70E as when energized
electrical conductors or circuit parts are exposed or when they are within equipment in a
guarded or enclosed condition, providing a person is interacting with the equipment in such
a manner that could cause an electric arc.
Instances where a shock hazard exists are defined as when a person could contact/touch
exposed energized conductors greater than 50 volts.
Safe approach distances to exposed fixed live parts can be determined by equipment
labeling or where no label exists, referring to NFPA 70E Table 130.4(D)(a) for AC or Table
130.4 (D)(b) for DC, which is found in Appendix C “Approach Boundaries”. Labeling or
Appendix C will provide the Limited and Restricted Approach Boundaries associated with
various system voltages for Shock Hazard protection.
The Flash Protection Boundary can be determined by equipment labeling. Where no label
exists for AC voltages 50 to 480 volts, the power shall be disconnected at the feed. If the
power cannot be disconnected at the feed, contact the station electrical engineer. Where
no label exists for voltages greater than 480V, contact the station electrical engineer. The
station electrical engineer can rely on NFPA 70E Table 130.7(C)(9) for Arc Flash Hazard
PPE rating where the listed available fault current and fault clearing times are not exceed
as listed in the table.
When determining the appropriate location to establish the boundary, use the most
conservative (the largest distance) of either the Flash Protection Boundary or the Limited
Approach Boundary distance.
Shock Boundaries
Limited Approach and Restricted Approach Boundaries are designated for protection from
shock hazard. These boundaries shall be established by at least one of the following
methods when there is an exposed energized electrical conductor:
• Place a barricade made of Red Danger tape and tags to mark off the
Limited Approach Boundary. Refer to the Work Area Protection Program for
guidelines on proper placement of barricades.
• Post an attendant to control access to the work area (This may be the
person performing the work.).
Only qualified employees may cross the Limited Approach Boundary alone. Unqualified
employees shall be continuously escorted (by qualified employees) and informed of all
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associated hazards and risks before crossing the Limited Approach Boundary.
Only qualified employees may cross the Restricted Approach Boundary.
Qualified employees may not cross or take any conductive object closer than the
Restricted Approach Boundary unless one of the following conditions applies:
• The qualified employee is insulated or guarded from the live parts and no
uninsulated part of the qualified employee’s body crosses the Restricted
Approach Boundary.
• The live parts are insulated from the qualified employee and from any other
conductive object at a different potential.
• This requires the use of voltage rated gloves and insulated tools whenever
working inside the Restricted Approach Boundary.
• Complete an Energized Electrical Work Permit when required.
Qualified employees may only cross the Restricted Approach Boundary when the
employee has received training applicable to the work to be performed.
The Shock Protection Boundaries may be less than the labeled value if the work area is a
room, vault or manhole where the boundary size is limited by the walls. Where this
restriction exists, the boundary is defined by the wall and precautions will be taken
according to the distance that boundary dictates. To prevent unintentional contact by an
employee working in Restricted Approach Boundary, exposed energized conductors shall
be guarded.
Arc Flash Boundary
The Flash Protection Boundary is designated for protection from an arc flash hazard, when
there is an exposed energized electrical conductor or when personnel are interacting with
the equipment in such a manner that could cause an electric arc even if the equipment is
in a guarded or enclosed condition. This boundary shall be established by at least one of
the following methods:
• Place a barricade and tags to mark off the Flash Boundary. (Refer to the
Work Area Protection Program for guidelines on proper placement of
barricades.), or
• Post an attendant to control access to the work area. (This may be the
person performing the work.)
Only qualified employees and/or others under close supervision of a qualified employee
wearing appropriate personal protective clothing may cross the Flash Protection Boundary.

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The Flash Protection Boundary may be less than the labeled value or the 4-foot minimum
if the work area is a room, vault or manhole where the boundary size is limited by the
walls.
Examples of common interactions where an arc flash hazard exists include:

• Racking in or out a circuit breaker from an energized bus. (Does not include
Arc Resistant switchgear).
• Removing or inserting an MCC Bucket from an energized bus.
• Racking in and out energized 4.16 kilovolts (kV), 13.8 kV and Generator PT
Fuse Drawers (Does not include Arc Resistant switchgear).
• Operating 13.8 kV and 4.16 kV primary disconnect switches.
• Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage
testing.
• Installation of Ground Clusters.
• Removing or replacing bolted access covers that expose bare energized
conductors.
• Opening or closing hinge covers that expose bare energized conductors.
• Inserting or removing 120-volt AC or 125-volt DC Control Fuses when not
protected by upstream overcurrent protection.
An Arc Flash hazard does not exist if all of the following conditions apply:
• The equipment is properly installed.
• The equipment is properly maintained.
• The equipment is used in accordance with instructions included in the listing
and labeling and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• All equipment doors are closed and secured.
• All equipment covers are in place and secured.
• There is no evidence of failure.
If any of the above conditions are not met, then an Arc Flash Hazard may exist.
If the above conditions are met, a qualified person may perform the following tasks without
arc flash PPE:
• Manipulating a panel mounted voltmeter switch or ammeter switch.
• Operating 480-volt disconnect switches in MCCs.
• Operating 480-volt molded case circuit breakers.

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• Online generator and exciter brush maintenance when there are no

grounds in the field circuit. (Refer to specific plant maintenance procedures
for further information).
• Inserting or removing 120-volt AC or 125 volt DC Control Fuses when
protected by upstream overcurrent protection.
• Inserting or removing 120/240-volt AC Motor Heater Fuses.
• Checking HEC Tags or Locks.
• Opening or closing a door or cover that does not expose energized
conductors.
• Attaching a remote racking device.
• Re-lamping and replacing light fixtures.
• Removing and replacing indicator light bulbs.
Walking or standing in proximity to equipment without interaction, operating a 120/240-volt

AC breaker.
9. General Requirements
The primary and preferred method for electrical safety is to de-energize the equipment or
conductors to which an employee might be exposed within the Limited Approach Boundary
and establish an electrically safe work condition. An electrically safe work condition is
achieved when the equipment is de-energized, the hazardous energy control program has
been applied, the conductor/equipment has been tested to ensure it is de-energized
(check it dead) and grounds are applied (if required).
An electrically safe work condition does not have to be established for equipment
operating at less than 50 volts or if an electrically safe work condition creates increased or
additional hazards or it is infeasible due to equipment design or operational limitations.
Examples of work that might be performed within the Limited Approach Boundary of
exposed energized conductors or circuit parts because of infeasibility due to equipment
design or operational limitations include performing diagnostics and testing (e.g. start-up or
troubleshooting) of electric circuits that can only be performed with the circuit energized
and work on circuits that form an integral part of a continuous process that would
otherwise need to be completely shut down in order to permit work on one circuit or piece
of equipment.
Only qualified employees may work on or with exposed energized lines or parts of
equipment. Only qualified employees may work in areas containing unguarded, un-
insulated energized lines or parts of equipment operating at 50 volts or more. Appropriate
safety related work practices shall be determined before any person is exposed to the

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electrical hazards involved by using both shock risk assessment and arc flash risk
assessment.
When working on energized equipment 480 volts and above, a second qualified employee
shall be always present when the work is being performed; except for racking in and out
circuit breakers.
Newly installed or modified electrical equipment or systems shall be inspected to verify

compliance with applicable installation codes and standards prior to being placed into
service.
Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP)
An EEWP shall be required whenever work is to be performed within the Restricted

Approach Boundary of exposed energized electrical conductors or circuit parts by qualified
employees or when the employee interacts with the equipment when conductors or circuit
parts are not exposed but an increased likelihood of injury from an exposure to an arc flash
hazard exists (See Appendix D for a sample EEWP). The EEWP is designed to ensure
that appropriate safe measures are followed, and that the awareness of the hazards
associated with the task are heightened. It also ensures that a risk assessment and arc
flash risk assessment has been performed.
Tasks such as, but not limited to, the following are examples of work that DO require an
EEWP:
• Installation/removal of panel cover on energized equipment greater than
240 VAC.
• Installation and/or removal of molded case circuit breaker from energized
power panel.
• Installation or removal of a motor control center bucket.
• Hands on inspection of equipment that is not under Hazardous Energy
Control Lockout.
• Voltage measuring of circuits greater than 600 VAC or 1,500 VDC.
Tasks such as, but not limited to, the following are examples of work that DO NOT require
an EEWP:
• Circuit breaker racking.
• PT fuse installation or removal.
• Voltage measuring of circuits less than or equal to 600 VAC or 1,500 VDC.
• Opening hinged doors for visual inspection, ultrasound, or thermography of
equipment outside of the restricted approach boundary.

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• Exciter brush maintenance.

• High Potential Testing or Meggering.
• Access and egress or general housekeeping of areas outside of the
restricted approach boundary.
Where an EEWP is not required, the appropriate safe work practices shall be followed with
a job risk briefing to include shock and arc flash hazard analysis. Proper personal
protective voltage rated testing equipment shall be used in accordance with this program.
Good Electrical Work Practices

Good work practices will minimize the risk of arc flash. The following work practices shall
be implemented:
• Close and tighten door latches or door bolts before operating a starter,
disconnect switch or breaker.
• Stand to one side and away as much as possible while operating a switch
or breaker. If not required to wear a face shield, turn your head away, and
look in the opposite direction of the door.
• Where it is possible, switch remotely.
• Follow PPE requirements as defined by the equipment labeling. For
equipment that is not labeled, contact the Station Electrical Engineer.
• Ensure the outermost boundary (Flash Protection or Limited Approach) is
delineated.
• Where the design is such that racking breakers through closed and latched
compartment doors, utilize racking handle cut-outs in doors.
• Utilized remote racking equipment when available.
• When inside the restricted approach boundary, remove conductive articles
such as, but not limited to; rings, watches, necklaces, bracelets, key chains,
keys, metal headgear, and metal framed glasses.
• Do not reach blindly into equipment. If your view is obstructed, you cannot
work on live parts.
• Ensure that adequate illumination is provided to enable the personnel to
perform the work safely.
• Insulate adjacent equipment, as much as practical, to eliminate arc-flash
and shock hazards.
• Secure all doors, hinged panels, and the like to prevent their swinging into
an employee and knocking the employee into exposed live parts.
• Before cutting or drilling into equipment, floors, walls, or structural elements
that contain energized electrical lines, a risk assessment will be performed.

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• Ensure equipment and tools are correctly rated and have been tested as
required.
o Rubber gloves (voltage rated)
o Rubber blankets or insulation
o Test equipment (voltage rated)
o Insulated tools (voltage rated)
• Provide and maintain sufficient access and working space around electrical
equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance.
• Do not use the working space for storage.
• Any contact with an energized component can be hazardous to your health.
Report any shock or arc-flash event to your supervisor immediately and get
appropriate medical evaluation.
• Use the Energized Work Methods on circuits and equipment operating at
greater than 50 volts to ground when it is impossible or impractical to de-
energize the system or equipment.
• Probe shrouds are recommended when taking readings on energized
equipment to prevent electrical shorts in case of probe slip.
• Energization or operation of electrical equipment for the first time after
installation or maintenance has an elevated risk factor. Additional electrical
safety precautions should be observed.
Treat electrical equipment and lines as energized until verified to be de-energized, and if
necessary, grounded. Grounds may be necessary if the equipment could be inadvertently
energized by another energized source.
Two or more employees must not work on different phases of energized electrical
equipment at the same time when they are within arms-reach of each other. This will
reduce the shock hazard.
An additional qualified employee is required when a qualified employee is within the

Restricted Approach Boundary and is working on energized equipment 480 volts and
above. The duties of this person are:
• Observe the work from a clear viewpoint and be ready to perform a rescue
immediately if necessary.
• Stage the appropriate tools and PPE required to perform a rescue. (e.g.
climbing tools and rubber gloves, dielectrically tested rescue hook or hot
stick to pull the victim off of energized equipment).
• Wearing the same PPE & arc-flash apparel as the worker depending on
proximity to the work.

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Inspect the breaker to ensure it is in the open position and with springs discharged (if
applicable) before reinstalling a breaker into the cubicle.
Before racking in any “vacuum bottle contactor- type” (where the contacts are NOT visible)
circuit breakers workers shall megger test each phase of the circuit breaker “line side to
load side” to ensure there is zero continuity.
Before replacing a fuse, verify the replacement matches the rating and type for the
equipment it protects.
Use fuse pullers and insulated gloves to remove fuses.
Before working on a capacitor, disconnect it from the voltage source, wait at least five
minutes, and discharge it by either shorting the terminals, or allow proper amount of time
for voltage to dissipate. Capacitors shall be discharged to less than 50 VDC. Whenever
storing or handling capacitors, the terminals shall be shorted.
A qualified employee(s) must remain in the work area if there are energized lifted leads.
The leads can be left unguarded if they are appropriately insulated, access is restricted,
and the hazard is clearly identified in accordance with the work area protection program.
Cord and plug connected equipment supplied by 125-volt AC, 15, 20, 30 ampere circuits,
when utilized for maintenance and construction purposes, shall be energized via GFCI
(Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) protected source.
Where conductors are de-energized in order to cut, remove, or reroute them and
conductor terminations are not within sight, such as where they are in a junction or pull
box, additional, steps to verify absence of voltage or identify the conductors shall be taken
prior to cutting, removing, or rerouting the conductors.
Where work performed on equipment that is de-energized and placed in an electrically

safe
condition exists in a work area with other energized equipment that is similar in size,
shape, and construction, either safety signs and tags, barricades, or attendants shall be
utilized as a method to prevent the employee from entering look-alike equipment
Test Equipment
Only use multimeters rated as CAT III or CAT IV and ensure voltage and/or ampacity
rating of meter is rated for the work being done. Refer to Appendix G for information
regarding categories of insulation of test equipment.

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Inspect test meters/devices and leads for damage before use. Damaged devices or leads
must not be used and have to be replaced as soon as possible.
Verify that test meters/devices are operating properly and that appropriate settings are
used:
• Verify that the test meters/devices have a sufficient range for the expected
voltage.
• Verify voltage using the AC and DC scales where the possibility exists of
both voltages being present.
• Test the meter/device on a known live source of equal voltage prior to and
immediately after the voltage verification. This is a LIVE-DEAD-LIVE test.
Verify the absence of voltage prior to working on de-energized equipment with an

appropriately rated contact or non-contact device.
Use test leads with insulated connectors in all possible applications. Ensure that test leads
without shielded or shrouded connectors will not fall off their connection points.
10. Personal Protective Equipment
Once a determination has been made that there is no electrical hazard present, with zero
energy checks, static discharges, clearances, etc., workers may remove their electrical arc
flash and shock PPE.
All personnel shall don appropriate personnel protective equipment prior to entering a
boundary. Normal PPE is required when performing other work or traveling by electrical
equipment where covers/doors are in place.
Arc Rated (AR) Clothing
AR clothing shall be worn in accordance with the hazard ratings of the equipment being
worked on. Please consult the chart in Appendix E for specifics.
AR clothing does not provide protection if it becomes contaminated with oil/grease or other
flammable contaminants. Change contaminated clothing before performing electrical tasks
where arc flash is a hazard.
Wear AR clothing loose, rather than tight. Air gaps provide insulating protection.
Dry AR clothing provides better protection than wet AR clothing.
AR pants may be worn with a leather belt. A belt worn may have a metal buckle.

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Fabric softeners are flammable. Bleach used in laundering they will degrade the protection
level of AR clothing. Bleach and fabric softeners shall not be used in the laundering of AR
clothing.
AR clothing shall be visually inspected before each use. AR apparel that is contaminated
or damaged shall not be used. AR clothing that becomes contaminated with grease, oil,
flammable liquids, or combustible liquids shall not be used. (See Appendix E for minimum
PPE requirements) The garment manufacturer’s instructions for care and maintenance of
AR apparel shall be followed.
When AR apparel is worn to protect an employee, it shall cover all ignitable clothing and
allow for movement and visibility. AR apparel must cover potentially exposed areas as
completely as possible. AR shirt and coverall sleeves must be fastened, shirts shall be
tucked in and AR shirts/jackets must be closed at the neck.
Non-melting, flammable garments (i.e. cotton, wool, rayon, silk, or blends of these
materials) may be used as under layers beneath AR apparel. Meltable fibers such as
acetate, nylon, polyester, polypropylene, and spandex shall not be permitted in fabric
under layers next to the skin. (An incidental amount of elastic used on non-melting fabric
underwear or socks shall be permitted).
Garments worn as outer layers over AR apparel (i.e., jackets, high visibility vest or
rainwear) must be made from AR or Flame-Resistant material. Outer layers do not have to
be rated for the arc flash hazard level as long as the inner layer is rated for arc flash
hazard level.
Flash suits can cause heat stress and should not be donned until just before being
exposed to the arc flash hazard. Flash suits must permit easy and rapid removal by the
user. If cool vests are used, then they shall be FR rated.
AR clothing is selected based on Flash Hazard Risk Assessment tables and/or

calculations. Equipment labels should state the clothing level required. Wear arc-flash
apparel rated for the potential arc-flash conditions. The Arc Thermal Performance
Exposure Value (ATPV) rating must be on the garment label.
Protection for the hands and feet are also required when wearing arc-flash apparel. Heavy-
duty work shoes and voltage-rated gloves with leather protectors are appropriate for flash
protection as well as shock protection. Also, non-voltage rated flame retardant gloves are
appropriate.
Inspect all arc-flash PPE products for damage before and after every use. Check for rips
and tears, as well as any soiling (especially oil or other combustible) which could adversely

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impact the arc-thermal performance characteristics of the product. Do not use PPE in need
of repairs or cleaning.
Arc Rated Gloves
Arc Rated gloves protect from arc flash heat exposure and are constructed of materials
that are inherently flame resistant.
Arc Rated gloves do not provide electrical protection and shall not be used when
insulating voltage rated rubber gloves are required.
Voltage Rated Gloves
Rubber gloves with leather protectors shall be worn when working on exposed energized
lines or equipment energized at 50 volts or more.
Voltage rated rubber gloves are also required in situations where personnel are within the
established restricted approach boundary where inadvertent contact with energized parts
is possible. If voltage rated gloves are not required, refer to the AR Clothing section for
guidance on AR gloves.
Tasks such as, but not limited to, the following are examples of work that do require the
use of voltage rated rubber gloves:
• Exciter brush maintenance.
• Installation or removal of a motor control center bucket.
• Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts.
• Troubleshooting and testing of circuits greater than 300V.
Tasks such as, but not limited to, the following are examples of work that do not require
the use of voltage rated rubber gloves provided that insulated tools are being used where
necessary:
• Racking in or out a circuit breaker.
• Racking in and out non-energized 4.16 kilovolts (kV) and 13.8 kV and
Generator PT Fuse Drawers.
• Troubleshooting and testing (Including contact voltage testing) of circuits
less than or equal to 300 volts.
• Opening hinged doors for visual inspection of equipment.
Class 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4 rubber gloves must be worn with leather protectors. Only the
prescribed leather protector should be worn with the class of rubber glove. When used at

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voltages between 250 and 500 volts, Class 00 gloves must be worn with leather protectors
as well. Protector gloves need not be used with Class 00 gloves for work less than 250
volts where small equipment and parts manipulation require high finger dexterity. In
instances where Class 00 gloves are used without leather protectors, they shall be
electrically tested prior to their next use, or replaced with new.
Rubber gloves shall be visually inspected, and air tested prior to use. To air test, roll the
cuff tightly toward the palm to trap air inside the glove. Check for punctures by either
listening for escaping air or by holding the glove close to your cheek to feel the escaping
air. Gloves believed to be defective shall not be used. Remove them from service and
send them for testing.
Rubber gloves shall be electrically tested every 6 months or more often if field conditions
warrant. Do not use rubber gloves past their test due date. Remove them from service and
send them for testing.
Rubber gloves shall be stored in approved bags in a fully extended position. Rubber
gloves shall not be folded. Bags shall be either hung up or placed in a special
compartment. They shall not be placed where the tools or equipment can damage the
rubber gloves. No items are permitted to be placed in the rubber glove bag along with the
rubber gloves and protector gloves.
Two pairs of rubber gloves, one inside the other, shall not be worn.
Care shall be taken not to allow gloves to come in contact with oil-base products.
Protectors shall not be worn in place of work gloves.
After use, rubber gloves should be washed daily at the end of the shift prior to storage.
Rinse gloves using water as necessary to remove perspiration. Drain excess water and
hang to air-dry.
Do not mix and match rubber gloves. Keep them together as matched pairs.
Natural fabric liners may be worn under rubber gloves to absorb perspiration or in cold
weather for warmth.
Replace damaged leather glove protectors if they have tears, cuts, holes or have oil,
grease or other substances on them do not use leather protectors for any other purpose.
Do not use gloves not designed to serve as “protectors’ in lieu of protectors.
Rubber gloves shall be properly rated. See Appendix F for the voltage rating for each class
glove.

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Rubber Goods
Do not cut or modify rubber goods (except for voltage-rated barrier materials).
Inspect all rubber goods before use.
Rubber goods must be electrically tested at least annually per NFPA70E-2021 Table
130.7(C)(7)(B) (Refer to Appendix H). Do not use rubber goods past their test due date.
Remove them from service & return for test.
Remove damaged rubber goods from service and return to be destroyed.
Store rubber goods in their natural shape. Do not fold, bend, or turn them inside out. Do
not expose them to sunlight, direct heat, chemicals or other harmful substances.
Include both exterior and interior surfaces when inspecting rubber goods. Look for the
following defects:
• Cuts, snags, cracks, punctures, burns, swellings, abrasions
• Embedded foreign objects
• Contamination from materials such as oil, grease or other damaging
chemicals
• Loss of elasticity when stretched
Face / Eye Protection
Arc flash rated face shields worn over ANSI Z87 rated safety glasses shall be worn for
protection against potential electrical arc hazard exposures rated 1 and higher. These
face shields shall be properly rated for the Arc Hazard encountered. Normal PPE face
shields used for eye and face protection from impact, grinding, chipping, etc. are not to be
used as arc flash face shields due to their inability to provide adequate protection from an
arc blast.
Avoid scratching or damaging the arc flash face shield. Hot surfaces can damage arc flash
face shields. Care should be taken to prevent arc flash face shields from contacting hot
surfaces. Scratches or damage may reduce its effective protection or impede sight.
Replace if the shield is damaged.
Arc flash face shields worn for protection against electric arc must have Minimum Arc
Thermal Performance Value (ATPV) of 8 cal/cm2.
The surfaces of arc face shields and hood shields are not scratch or chemical resistant.
Use only warm, soapy water for cleaning. Pat dry using a soft cloth.

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11. Hand Tools and Test Equipment
Only manufacturer-rated insulated tools and handling equipment may be used to perform
work within the Restricted Approach Boundary. Use of insulated hand tools inside the
Restricted Approach Boundary is permissible to manipulate exposed energized parts
operating at greater than 50 volts and up to 600 volts.
All electrical hand tools will be inspected by the user prior to use. Tools with damaged
insulation or other defects shall not be used and shall be replaced. Tools should be
inspected to:
• Ensure no breaks in the insulation
• Test equipment shall be properly rated and used correctly.
• Verify test meters/devices are rated for the appropriate voltage.
• Visually inspect equipment and test leads for damage prior to use.
• Ensure test equipment is used on the proper setting and scale.
• Ensure test leads are secure and connected to correct points on test
equipment.
• Perform “live-dead-live” checks and voltage checks on both AC and DC
scales of test instruments where the possibility of both voltages being
present exists.
Any test equipment not working properly will be repaired and tested prior to issue or
discarded.
Live line tools (such as hot sticks and rescue hooks), test equipment, and hand tools shall
be rated for the voltage and energy level to be encountered.
Use insulated tools when working above energized equipment where a tool could fall, slip
or otherwise come in contact with exposed energized parts.
The use of insulated hand tools does not eliminate the need to use voltage rated gloves or
other insulating barriers where a contact hazard exists with other exposed energized
conductors/parts in the work area.
Live line tools such as hot sticks and rescue hooks shall be electrically tested at least
every two years.
Prior to use, live line tools shall be inspected for defects, wiped down as appropriate, and
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Use live line tools, where appropriate, to maintain isolation distance from energized
equipment.
12. Batteries and Battery Rooms
Battery Risk Assessment – Prior to any work on a battery system, a Risk Assessment shall
be performed to identify the chemical, electrical shock, and arc flash hazards and assess
the risks associated with the type of tasks to be performed.
Do not create sparks, arcs, or flames near battery areas. Flammable Hydrogen gas may
be present in lead-acid battery charging areas. Prior to commencing work, monitor the
atmosphere to verify that hydrogen levels are below 10% LEL. Examine and maintain
battery room ventilation systems to prevent buildup of explosive mixtures. This
maintenance shall include a functional test of any associated detection and alarm systems.
Avoid conductive materials around batteries and avoid unintended contact between battery
circuit and other equipment such as tools. Use non-sparking hand tools insulated for the
maximum working voltage. Remove rings, watches, etc., before working on the batteries.
Do not remove flame arrestors from cells unless specific maintenance work is required.
Immediately reinstall flame arrestors after work is completed.
Verify the location and functionality of an eyewash station before performing battery-
related tasks. If there is no eyewash station, ensure that a portable unit is available before
working on the batteries.
Take precautions to protect personnel from unintentionally contacting batteries and related
equipment. For example, cover battery terminals with a rubber blanket. Keep metal tools
off the top of the batteries.
Do not use mercury thermometers when taking electrolyte cell temperature. If the
thermometer should break, mercury could run into the cell and possibly cause an
explosion.
Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with the PPE Program
Hazard assessment as follows:
• Eye protection, full-face shield, chemical resistant protective gloves, full-
body apron when:
• Adding or removing electrolytes (acid)
• Moving lead acid cells
• Checking specific gravity

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• Washing or cleaning battery cells

• Wear safety glasses and appropriate gloves to:
• Adjust inter-cell connecting hardware and jumpers
• Wear safety glasses to:
• Read battery cell voltage
Class 00 or higher rubber gloves with leather protectors shall be worn when working on
exposed conductors or buses where the nominal battery voltage is more than 50 volts
(example: torquing bus work and hooking up load banks). Where small equipment and
parts manipulation require high finger dexterity and Class 00 gloves are used without
leather protectors, they shall be electrically tested prior to their next use.
Do not smoke or create sparks, arcs, or flames in battery areas. Any activity that produces
a spark, arc, or flame will require a Hot Work Permit. If a device is used that produces
significant heat or spark, atmospheric monitoring shall be conducted prior to and during the
work activity to ensure an explosive atmosphere does not exist/develop.
The following warning signs shall be posted in locations near battery banks or battery
charging:
• Electrical hazard warning signs indicating the shock hazard due to the
battery voltage and the potential for arc hazard due to the prospective
short-circuit current
• Chemical hazard warning signs indicating the danger of hydrogen explosion
from open flame and smoking and the danger of chemical burns from the
electrolyte
• Notice for personnel to use and wear protective equipment and apparel
• Notice prohibiting access to unauthorized personnel
New battery installations shall be designed and installed in accordance with applicable
safety standards.
13. Minimum Safe Operating Distances Near Powerlines
Minimum requirements for Operating Cranes Near Electric Power Lines except where
electrical distribution and transmission lines have been de-energized and visibly grounded
at point of work or where insulating barriers, not a part of or an attachment to the
equipment or machinery, have been erected to prevent physical contact with the lines,
equipment or machines shall be operated proximate to power lines only in accordance with
the following:

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a. When operating cranes near power lines, the equipment clearance shall be a minimum
of the following (per OSHA 1926.1408):
• 10 feet for voltages up to and including 50kVac
• 15 feet for voltages above 50 kVac up to and including 200 kVac.
• 45 feet for voltages above 750 kVac up to and including 1,000 kVac.
b. In transit with no load and boom lowered, the equipment clearance shall be a minimum
of the following (per OSHA 1926.1411):
• 4 feet for voltages up to and including 750 Vac.
• 6 feet for voltages above 750 Vac up to and including 50 kVac.
• 16 feet for voltages above 345 kVac up to and including 750 kVac
c. A qualified signalperson shall be designated to observe clearance of the equipment and
give timely warning for all operations where it is difficult for the operator to maintain the
desired clearance by visual means. At Tampa Electric, Energy Supply facilities, this
requirement shall be met when the crane comes within a 20-foot radius of the overhead
line. This designated person shall be in continuous contact with the crane operator, be
equipped with a visual aid: such as, a range finder or aerial marker to assist in identifying
the minimum clearance distance and be dedicated to the task of observing clearance.
d. Cage-type boom guards, insulating links, or proximity warning devices may be used on
cranes, but the use of such devices shall not alter the requirements of any other
regulation of this part even if such device is required by law or regulation.
e. Any overhead wire shall be considered as an energized line unless and until it has been
tagged out, is visibly grounded, and clearance has been obtained from the Energy
Control Center.
f. Prior to work near transmitter/communication towers and or energized electrical
conductors where an electrical charge can be induced in the equipment or materials
being handled, the transmitter/communication towers and or energized electrical
conductors shall be de-energized. If the transmitter/communication equipment towers
or energized electrical conductors cannot be de-energized, then the following
precautions shall be taken when necessary to dissipate induced voltages:
• The equipment shall be provided with an electrical ground directly to the
upper rotating structure supporting the boom and;
• Ground jumper cables shall be attached to materials being handled by
boom equipment. Crews shall be provided with nonconductive poles having
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large alligator clips or other similar protection to attach the ground cable to
the load and;
• Combustible and flammable materials shall be removed from the immediate
area prior to operations.
NOTE: Before commencement of operations near electrical lines, the person responsible
for the job shall notify the owners of the lines or their authorized representative providing
them with all pertinent information and requesting their cooperation.
14. Current and Potential Transformers

a. No repair work shall be done on energized instrument transformers.
b. The secondary winding of a current transformer shall be shorted out before the
secondary circuit is opened and remain shorted until the circuit is closed. Failure to do
this results in dangerous voltage in the secondary circuit.
c. The secondary common return of wye-connected current transformers shall be
grounded.
d. When current transformer secondaries are delta-connected, one corner of the delta shall
be grounded wherever practical.
e. The cases of all current transformers shall be grounded except for the non-metallic case
of 600-volt type.
f. The lack of voltage on the low-voltage side of a potential transformer shall not be
considered as positive indication that the high-voltage side is de-energized.
Motor Starters / Contactors

a. The normal operation of a contactor trip circuit shall not be bypassed or circumvented,
without reasonable precautions taken which must be approved by management via the
temporary modification process.
b. Testing and troubleshooting shall be performed by a qualified person where an electrical
hazard exists.
c. Under no circumstances shall a contactor be energized with the arc chutes removed.
d. In cases where the contacts of the disconnecting devices cannot be seen to ensure a
proper de-energized condition, a voltage tester shall be used to check for voltage before
removing fuses.
e. When working on contactors, all wiring within the contactor shall be tested for voltage.
Temporary Wiring
a. All temporary wiring shall be properly tagged for identification with supply source and
termination point information.

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b. Temporary wiring shall be done by qualified employees under the supervision of a

qualified person.
Fuses
a. Only qualified persons shall be allowed to pull fuses.
b. When removing fuses, the circuit shall be de-energized, with the exception of control
and motor heater fuses.
c. When pulling fuses, refer to Appendix E and F for appropriate PPE.
d. When changing fuses or fuse links, replacements shall be of the proper rating and type.
Electrical Testing Procedures

a. Prior to electrical testing, the area to be tested shall be assessed for the need to be
guarded or barricaded.
b. Before using any test equipment, the employee shall inspect the equipment and check
to make sure it is operating properly.
c. All leads used in testing equipment shall be inspected for cuts, breaks or deterioration
of insulation before they are used.
d. Approved high-voltage leads and probes shall be used when testing any voltage above
480 volts.
e. Extra precautions shall be taken while test running motors in the shop.
f. Employees shall stay clear of any test equipment or equipment under test unless they
are actually engaged in the work.
g. Before a generator or exciter is meggered or high-voltage tested, the manufacturer's
procedure shall be adhered to and all plant personnel shall be notified by use of the
plant PA system and or radio.
h. Prior to meggering, the system shall be inspected by the qualified person, who shall
make all potential affected employees aware of the action by following the Energy
Supply Hazardous Energy Control Lockout Program. See page 16 of the HEC LOTO
program for Special Situations with respect to meggering, testing and positioning.
15. Temporary Protective Grounding for High Side Equipment
Electric Delivery will perform all high-side grounding on equipment directly connected to
Electric Delivery powerlines.

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16. Other Temporary Protective Grounding
Where the possibility of dangerous induced voltages or stored electrical energy exists, test
for voltage, ground the phase conductors or circuit parts before touching them. Where it
could be reasonably anticipated that the conductors or circuit parts being de-energized
could contact other exposed energized conductors or circuit parts, apply ground
connecting devices rated for the available fault duty.
When inspecting, installing, and removing temporary protective grounds wear electrical
PPE that has the appropriate rating for the equipment or lines that require grounding.
Only qualified employees may assemble, control, inspect, test, install, and remove
grounds.
Temporary protective grounding devices shall be tested at least every two years.
Use ground jumpers and clamps that have the appropriate rating for the equipment or lines
that require grounding. They must be capable of conducting the maximum fault current that
will flow until the fault condition clears.
Properly design, and construct/assemble all grounding devices as determined necessary

for each specific instance needed. Prior to use, look for cuts in the protective sheath and
damage to the conductors. Check clamps and connector strain relief devices for cracks
and tightness. Check cables and clamps before and after each use.
Ensure that all energized temporary skid-mounted equipment is bonded to the plant
grounding system.
After disconnecting a cable or equipment from a power source, it may retain a capacitive
charge. Discharge and ground the cable or equipment before touching.
Do not ground through fuses, transformers or switching devices where you cannot visually
verify the circuit continuity.
It is permissible to remove grounds temporarily for electrical tests. Employees involved in

the testing process must wear appropriately rated rubber gloves and apply rubber
insulation as necessary to isolate themselves from the hazardous test voltages.
Install and remove temporary protective grounds in accordance with the applicable work
practice.

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Installation
1. Verify that the circuit is de-energized and HEC applied prior to installing temporary
protective grounds.
2. Select a grounding location(s) that is between the work location and all possible sources
of power, but as close as practical to the work location.
3. Use the shortest grounding cable available.
4. Clean all clamp contact surfaces and connection points to remove oxidation and any
other contaminants.
5. Secure the ground cables to minimize the whipping action that can occur when fault
current flows through the cables.
6. Connect to the grounding point first, and then attach the other end to the line or
equipment using a live-line tool or other insulating tool.
7. A grounding indicator that reveals the location of the ground(s). A green hasp shall be
attached to the master lock box. Refer to the Energy Supply Lock Out program.
Removal
1. Using a live-line tool or other insulating tool, remove the line or equipment connections
first. Remove the grounding point connection last.
2. Verify that temporary protective grounding cables are off the lines or equipment before
placing the equipment back in service.
3. Store ground sets and connection hardware in a clean and dry area when not in service.
4. Remove the green hasp grounding indicator from master lock box.

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17. Record of Revisions
Summary of Revisions Authorized By Date of Authorization
Initial implementation VP Safety September, 2010
Frequency Review Safety Committee April, 2013
Green Hasp requirement VP Safety, Chip Whitworth March, 2019
VP Safety and Security,

Qualified Employee & EEWP wording May 3, 2024
Heidi Whidden

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Appendix A – Glossary
Arc Flash Hazard – A source of possible injury or damage to health associated with the
release of energy caused by an electric arc. An arc flash hazard may exist when
energized electrical conductors or circuit parts are exposed or when they are within
equipment in a guarded or enclosed condition, provided that a person is interacting with
the equipment in such a manner that could cause an electric arc.
Arc Rated – Clothing or equipment that indicates it has been tested for exposure to an
electric arc. Flame resistant clothing without an arc rating has not been tested for exposure
to an electric arc. All arc rated clothing is also flame resistant.
Arc Thermal Performance Exposure Value (ATPV) – Maximum incident energy

resistance demonstrated by a material, or layers of materials prior to material break-open
or 50% probability of onset of a second-degree burn. Expressed in cal/cm2 and indicated
on clothing label.
Attendant – If signs and barricades do not provide sufficient warning and protection from
electrical hazards, an attendant shall be stationed to warn and protect persons. The
primary duty and responsibility of an attendant providing manual signaling and alerting
shall be to keep unqualified employees outside a work area where the unqualified
employee might be exposed to electrical hazards. An attendant shall remain in the area as
long as there is a potential for exposure to electrical hazards.
Available Fault Current – The largest amount of current capable of being delivered at a
point on the system during a short circuit condition.
Balaclava (Sock Hood) – An arc-rated head protective fabric that protects the neck and
head except for a small portion of the facial area.
Barricade – A physical obstruction such as tapes, cones, or A-frame-type wood or metal

structures intended to provide a warning and to limit access.
Boundaries –
1. Flash Protection Boundary – When an arc flash hazard exists, an approach limit
from an arc source at which incident energy equals 1.2 cal/ cm2 (5 J/ cm2). This is the
distance from a prospective arc source within which a person could receive a second
degree burn if an electrical arc flash were to occur. Any person working within the arc
protection boundary, when an arc flash hazard exists, must wear AR clothing and PPE
in accordance with the Arc Flash Risk Assessment.

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2. Limited Approach Boundary – An approach limit at a distance from an exposed

energized electrical conductor or circuit part within which a shock hazard exists. Only
qualified employees, or unqualified employees escorted by a qualified employee, may
enter the limited approach boundary.
3. Restricted Approach Boundary – An approach limit at a distance from an exposed
energized electrical conductor or circuit part within which there is an increased risk of
shock, due to electrical arc over combined with inadvertent movement, for personnel
working in close proximity to the live part. Only qualified employees can cross this
boundary, doing so requires the use of shock protection techniques, special PPE and
equipment.
De-Energized – Free from any electrical connection to a source of potential difference or

free of any electrical charge. Not having a potential difference from that of the Earth.
Diagnostic Testing – Activities such as verifying voltage, verifying current, measuring

resistance, and installing/removing test equipment which does not involve modifying the
system or equipment.
Electrical Hazard – A dangerous condition such that contact, or equipment failure can
result in electric shock, arc flash burn, thermal burn, or arc blast injury.
Electrically Safe Work Condition – An electrical circuit or equipment is in the Electrically

Safe Work Condition (considered de-energized) after the following steps are completed:
1. Disconnected from the voltage source(s).
2. Apply energy control.
3. Test to verify absence of voltage.
4. Evaluate the hazards involved in working on or near other exposed energized
equipment.
5. Block or release stored mechanical energy that could affect the HEC isolation
boundary or reenergize circuit parts.
6. Use covers or barriers as practical to eliminate hazards.
7. Use the recommended tools, PPE and arc-flash apparel.
8. Ground the circuit/equipment as necessary.
Energized Work Method – Intentionally contacting energized parts or working within the
restricted approach boundary while wearing proper PPE, or while using live-line tools.
Exposed (as applied to live parts) – Capable of being inadvertently touched or

approached nearer than a safe distance by a person. It is applied to electrical conductors
or circuit parts that are not suitably guarded, isolated, or insulated.

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Flash Hazard – A source of possible injury associated with the release of energy caused
by an electric arc.
Flash Risk Study – A study investigating a worker’s potential exposure to arc-flash

energy, conducted for the purpose of injury prevention and the determination of safe work
practices and the appropriate levels of PPE.
Flash Suit – A complete AR clothing and equipment system that covers the entire body,
rated appropriately for the task, except for the hands and feet. This may include coveralls,
pants, jacket, and bee-keeper-type hood fitted with a face shield.
Grounded – Equipment is adequately connected to the earth or some other conducting

body that serves as a ZERO-voltage reference in place of the earth.
Guarded – Covered, shielded, fenced, enclosed, or otherwise protected by means of

suitable covers, casings, barriers, rails, screens, mats, or platforms to remove the
likelihood of approach or contact by persons or objects to a point of danger.
High voltage – Voltage greater than 600 volts (as defined by OSHA)
Incident Energy – The amount of thermal energy impressed on a surface, a certain

distance from the source, generated during an electrical arc event. Incident energy is
typically expressed in calories per square centimeter (cal/cm2)
Insulated – Separated from other conducting surfaces by a dielectric (including air space)
offering a high resistance to the passage of current. The term “insulated” means
electrically insulated (not thermal insulation). Use any insulated tool or object in
accordance with the manufacturers rating and instructions.
Isolation – The act of separating a particular section of a circuit. This could be

accomplished by racking out breakers, raising/lowering disconnect collars, etc.
Motor Control Center (MCC) – A floor-mounted assembly of one or more enclosed

vertical sections having a common horizontal power bus and principally containing
combination motor starting units, molded case circuit breakers, or fusible disconnects. The
sections may incorporate vertical buses connected to the common power supply, which
extends the common power supply to the individual units. (NFPA 70E – 600 volt Class
MCC).
Movable Conductor – A conductor that is not rigid, tied, or bolted down. For example, an
overhead line conductor, lead, loop, etc.

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Nominal Voltage – A nominal value assigned to a circuit or system for the purpose of
conveniently designating its voltage class (as 120/240 volts, 480Y/277 volts, 600 volts).
Non-Contact Voltage Verification – Detecting voltage without direct physical contact with
the source utilizing a sensor designed to sense the radiated field which surrounds live
conductors (example: using an AC proximity tester (Tic Tracer)).
Properly Maintained (Condition of) – State of the electrical equipment considering the
manufactures instructions, recommendations, applicable industry codes, standards, and
recommended practices.
Qualified Employee or Person – One who has demonstrated skills and knowledge
related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations and
has received safety training to identify the hazards and reduce the associated risk. The
determination as to whether an employee is qualified considers both experience and
training.
Employees shall be trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices, safety
procedures, and other safety requirements in this section that pertain to their respective
job assignments. Employees shall also be trained in and familiar with any other safety
practices, including applicable emergency procedures that are not specifically addressed
by this section but that are related to their work and are necessary for their safety.
Qualified employees shall also be trained and competent in:

• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from
other parts of electric equipment,
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of
exposed live parts,
• The minimum approach distances specified in this section corresponding to
the voltages to which the qualified employee will be exposed, and
• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective
equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for
working on or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment.
• In Tampa Electric Energy Supply, qualified employees may include station
electricians, maintenance personnel, operations personnel, and electrical
engineers that have been trained in accordance with this program and meet
the above mentioned definition.
Risk – A combination of the likelihood of occurrence of injury or damage to health and the
severity of injury or damage to health that results from a hazard.

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Risk Assessment – An overall process that identifies hazards, estimates the likelihood of
occurrence of injury or damage to health, estimates the potential severity of injury or
damage to health, and determines if protective measures are required.
Shock Hazard – A source of possible injury or damage to health associated with current
through the body caused by contact or approach to energized electrical conductors or
circuit parts.
Switchgear – A general term covering switching and interrupting devices and the
combination with associated control metering, protective and regulating devices. Also
assemblies of these devices with associated interconnections accessories, enclosures and
supporting structures used primarily in connection with distribution of power within a plant
area. Also a shortened term for switchgear assembly which is defined as assembled
equipment (indoor/outdoor) including but not limited to one or more of the following:
switching, interrupting, control, metering, protective and regulating devices, together with
their supporting structures and enclosures, conductors, electric interconnections, and
accessories.
Temporary Protective Ground – A temporary electrical connection, between a source of

voltage and the earth, for the purpose of eliminating any difference in voltage between the
two. Temporary protective grounds greatly reduce shock hazard for personnel working on
de-energized lines or equipment. They also eliminate induced or static voltage charges on
lines and equipment. Finally, they ensure that protective devices (relays and circuit
breakers or fuses) will disconnect the energized source as quickly as possible.
Unqualified Employee or Person – A person who is not a qualified employee or qualified

person.
Working Distance – The distance between a person’s face and chest area and a
prospective arc source. The default distance is 18 inches based on the employee’s normal
reach capability. (Average distance elbow to the end of hand).
Working Near (live parts) – Any activity inside a Limited Approach Boundary.
Working On (live parts) – Intentionally coming in contact with live parts with the hands,
feet, or other body parts, with tools, probes, or with test equipment, regardless of the
personal protective equipment a person is wearing. There are two categories of “working
on”:
Diagnostic (testing) - taking readings or measurements of electrical equipment
with approved test equipment that does not require making any physical change
to the equipment;

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Repair - is any physical alteration of electrical equipment (such as making or

tightening connections, removing or replacing components, etc.).
Zero Energy Check – Performance of a “live/dead/live” check by the worker to ensure that
equipment to be worked on or near has no electrical energy that could cause injury. A
"live-dead-live" check will test the meter on a known live source, perform necessary
checks and test the meter again on a known live source.

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Appendix B – Electrical Equipment Labels

(1 of 2 pages)
Labels to be used on all electrical equipment in Tampa Electric Power Stations.

Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3 to be phased in:

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Appendix B – Electrical Equipment Labels (cont.)

(2 of 2 pages)
The orientation and location of the two or three labels varies based on available space on the
electrical device. It is possible that the labels are not placed next to each other.
This label below will be used on >Cat 4 electrical equipment where a remote racking
device is required.

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Appendix C – Approach Distances For Shock Protection For AC Voltages

(1 of 2 pages)
(Values from NFPA 70E Table 130.4 (D)(a))
Nominal System Limited Approach Boundary Restricted Approach

Voltage (AC) Range, (Limited to Qualified Employees and Boundary
Phase to Phase Escorted Unqualified Employees) (Qualified employees Only)
Exposed Movable Exposed Fixed

Conductor Circuit Part
Less Than 50 Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
50 to 300 10 ft. 3 ft. 6 In. Avoid Contact
301 to 750 10 ft. 3 ft. 6 In. 1 ft.
751 to 15 kV 10 ft. 5 ft. 2 ft. 2 in.
15.1 kV to 36 kV 10 ft. 6 ft. 2 ft. 9 in.
36.1 kV to 46 kV 10 ft. 8 ft. 2 ft. 9 in.
46.1 kV to 72.5 kV 10 ft. 8 ft. 3 ft. 6 in.
72.6 kV to 121 kV 10 ft. 8 in. 8 ft. 3 ft. 6 in.
138 kV to 145 kV 11 ft. 10 ft. 3 ft. 10 in.
161 kV to 169 kV 11 ft. 8 in. 11 ft. 8 in. 4 ft. 3 in.
230 kV to 242 kV 13 ft. 13 ft. 0 in. 5 ft. 8 in.
500 kV to 550 kV 19 ft. 19 ft. 11 ft. 8 in.

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Appendix C – Approach Distances for Shock Protection For DC Voltages (cont.)

(2 of 2 pages)
(Values from NPFA 70E Table 130.4 (D)(b))
Nominal System Limited Approach Boundary Restricted

Voltage (DC) (Limited to Qualified Employees and Approach
Range Escorted Unqualified Employees) Boundary
(Qualified
Exposed Movable Exposed Fixed employees Only)
Conductor Circuit Part
Less Than 50V Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified
50V to 300V 10 ft. 3 ft. 6 In. Avoid Contact
301V to 1000V 10 ft. 3 ft. 6 In. 1 ft.
1100V-5000V 10 ft. 5 ft. 1 ft. 5 in.

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Appendix D – Energized Electrical Work Permit

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Appendix E – Arc Rated (AR) Clothing Categories
Category Requirements Description Example

All AR long-sleeve shirt with AR pants
Arc Flash PPE (minimum arc rating of 8 cal/cm2)
Category 1 & 2 or
Tasks AR Coveralls
(minimum arc rating of 8 cal/cm2) and
“non-melting” undergarments, Leather
upper shoes, hard hat, Safety glasses
or goggles, AR Face shield and
Balaclava (or AR hood), Hearing
protection, and Task Specific Gloves*.
As needed: Flame Resistant Rainwear

and Reflective Vest
Face shield Salisbury model AS1000:
10cal/cm2 TSN 207-5276 face shield,
(required) TSN 207-5277 shield frame,
TSN 207-5278 chin cup
Balaclava Manufacturer and color varies
12/cal/cm2 TSN 207-5270
All Arc Flash Suit

Arc Flash PPE (minimum clothing system arc rating of
Category 3 & 4 40 cal/cm2) and
Tasks “non-melting” undergarments, Leather
upper shoes, Hard Hat, Safety
glasses/goggles, AR Hood and Face
Shield, Hearing protection, and Task
Specific Gloves*. Optional equipment:
Balaclava
As needed: Flame Resistant Rainwear
and Reflective Vest

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Appendix F – Glove Use Guide
Type Description Example

Arc Rated Gloves Gloves are NOT voltage rated
(Provided as part of AR Category 4 and are NOT for electrical
Suit) protection.
Leather Protectors Used to protect rubber

voltage gloves from damage.
NOT to be used alone.
(Length: 10in for Class 0, 14in for Class
2)
Insulated Glove Classes
Di-electric gloves and insulating equipment shall be inspected before each use.
Class Test AC Max. DC Max. Distances Between Salisbury Label Color

No. Voltage Use Use Gauntlet and Cuff (other manufacturer labels may be different)
Voltage Voltage (minimum)
00 2,500 VAC 500 VAC 750 VDC 0.5 in (13 mm)
Beige
0 5,000 VAC 1,000 VAC 1,500 VDC 0.5 in (13 mm)
Red
1 10,000 VAC 7,500 VAC 11,250 VDC 1 in. (25 mm)
White
2 20,000 VAC 17,000 VAC 25,500 VDC 2 in. (51 mm)
Yellow
3 30,000 VAC 26,500 VAC 39,750 VDC 3 in. (76 mm)
Green
4 40,000 VAC 36,000 VAC 54,000 VDC 4 in. (102 mm)
Orange

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Appendix G – Multimeter Insulation Categories
Overvoltage
Application Examples
Category
• Refers to the “origin of installation;” i.e., where
low-voltage connection is made to utility power.
Three-phase at • Electricity meters, primary overcurrent protection
utility connection, equipment.
CAT IV
any outdoor • Outside and service entrance, service drop from
conductors pole to building, run between meter and panel.
• Overhead line to detached building, underground
line to well pump.
• Equipment in fixed installations, such as
switchgear and polyphase motors.
Three-phase • Bus and feeder in industrial plants.
distribution,
• Feeders and short branch circuits, distribution
CAT III including single-
panel devices.
phase commercial
lighting • Lighting systems in larger buildings.
• Appliance outlets with short connections to
service entrance.
• Appliance, portable tools, and other household
and similar loads.
Single-phase • Outlet and long branch circuits.
CAT II receptacle • Outlets at more than 10 meters (30 feet) from
connected loads CAT III source.
• Outlets at more than 20 meters (60 feet) from
CAT IV source.
• Protected electronic equipment.
• Equipment connected to (source) circuits in which
measures are taken to limit transient over
CAT I Electronic voltages to an appropriately low level.
• Any high-voltage, low-energy source derived from
a high winding resistance transformer, such as
the high-voltage section of a copier.


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ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROGRAM

OSHA - 29 CFR 1910.269: ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION, TRANSMISSION &

Electrical Safety Program Original Issue Date: 09/2010

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Electrical Safety Program Original Issue Date: 09/2010

This written program contains the following elements:

• NFPA70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2023 edition.

• Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 29CFR1910.269.

• Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 29CFR1910.331

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Appropriate PPE shall be worn while operating or working on energized electrical

Duties supporting this objective may be assigned to appropriate personnel.

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knowledge of switchgear ratings, performs zero energy checks, erects barriers/postings,

Target Audience - Employees who work on or near exposed energized electrical

Additional training and retraining shall be conducted on an as needed basis:

Methods - Training shall be accomplished through PowerPoint presentation with video, or

Qualified employees shall be trained and competent in:

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• The proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective

Documentation – All employee training will be documented electronically by the Safety

7. Electrical Equipment Labeling

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Labels shall be updated as necessary to reflect current equipment conditions. Periodic

8. Approach Distances and Boundaries

Observing a safe approach distance from exposed

Where defined shock and/or flash hazards exist, a

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2. The arc flash boundary

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Only qualified employees may cross the Restricted Approach Boundary.

Arc Flash Boundary

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Examples of common interactions where an arc flash hazard exists include:

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• Online generator and exciter brush maintenance when there are no

Walking or standing in proximity to equipment without interaction, operating a 120/240-volt

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Newly installed or modified electrical equipment or systems shall be inspected to verify

Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP)

An EEWP shall be required whenever work is to be performed within the Restricted

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• Exciter brush maintenance.

Good Electrical Work Practices

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An additional qualified employee is required when a qualified employee is within the

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Use fuse pullers and insulated gloves to remove fuses.