LLE Safety Zone
Electrical Safety Responsibilities
Employees/Staff/Students
- Immediately report any deficiencies to your supervisor and/or Safety Officer(s)
- Only perform tasks for which you are qualified. Any person who is not specifically trained and qualified shall not perform system or equipment maintenance.
- Request additional training to avoid working beyond your level of qualification or comfort.
- Learn the hazards present in your work area.
- Question possible unsafe practices. Bring your concerns to the LLE Electrical or Chief Safety Officer if necessary.
- Participate in annual safety training courses.
- Never override or disable a safety-related interlock, alarm, detector, or device without the specific permission of the Laboratory Safety Officer.
- Never operate, energize, or otherwise use any tool, system, or equipment that is known to have a safety defect.
- Never intentionally allow yourself to be shocked by electricity.
Supervisors/Advisors
- Immediately report any deficiencies to your supervisor and/or Safety Officer(s)
- Ensure employees and students are adequately qualified to perform their jobs.
- Adhere to all LLE safety policies when assigning personnel to tasks.