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whom you trust. But even well de-
signed, properly installed systems
face one simple downfall—not
long after any system is installed,
it can begin to deteriorate. Such
deterioration if left unchecked
can lead to equipment malfunc-
tion or failure and generally re-
duce the system’s life expectancy.
That’s why businesses should
have a preventative electrical
maintenance program in place.
The exact nature of this program
will depend on the particular
circumstances facing every business: size of the building, age
of the electrical equipment, the
consequences of a failure, etc.
But all programs should include
preventative maintenance to save
time and money.
The basic elements of a preventative electrical maintenance
program include: Keep it clean
from dust and debris; keep it dry;
keep it tight since vibration and
high-speed movement can loosen
connections in machinery; keep
it friction-free to reduce misalignment, excessive wear and failure to
lubricate; and inspect frequently,
and document.
Consider utilizing infrared
thermography to identify “hot
spots” (loose connections, deteriorated wire insulation, etc.), which
are ignition sources. Always follow
manufacturers’ recommendations
for maintenance. Hire trained
and certified electricians to do
the work.
Of course, this is not an
exhaustive list of hazards facing
woodworking businesses. But a
culture of safety has to start somewhere—and with someone. What
will you do today to make your
workplace safer and protect the
longevity of your business? ;
Source: Pennsylvania & Indiana
Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co.
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