That box must stay completely clear—no shelves, pipes, or storage—so an electrician can work safely without risk of contact with live parts or losing footing. This section applies to work on exposed live parts, or near enough to them to expose the employee to any hazard they present. General - Qualified employees only. Only qualified employees may work in areas. NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, provides guidance in determining the severity of potential exposure, planning safe work practices including establishing an electrically safe work condition, arc flash labeling, and selecting personal protective equipment. Understanding the risks and implementing proper safety measures is essential to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment. So how do we define. Think of it as a three-dimensional safety box in front of your panel. 308 cover electrical installations and utilization equipment installed or used within or on buildings, structures, and other premises, including: (i) Yards; (ii) Carnivals; (iii) Parking and other lots; (iv) Mobile homes; (v) Recreational vehicles; (vi). An exposed wire is defined as any conductor that has lost its protective insulation, or any live terminal connection not securely enclosed within a junction box, fixture, or panel.
