Have you completed a recent risk assessment on your powerboards?

Understanding the compliance requirements for any Powerboards you use in your mine is of paramount importance to mitigating potential risks in your workplace. 

Avoid exposing yourself to liability but doing a few simple checks, we have provided a simple checklist to help start this process. 

Does your board meet Australian Standards AS/NZS61439

Things to look for:
  1. Main isolating switch – How would you isolate your equipment in the event of an emergency
  2. Switched outlets
  3. Thermal rating – RDF or TMS
  4. Single phase braided leads
  5. Compliance plate in place?

Use this simple checklist to help you manage your risks.