An extension cord has damaged insulation
Pull damaged cords out of service before running high-load tools. Tag the cord and get a safe lead instead of gambling with shock or fire.
Stop if
- That cord has an open nick exposing the wires. Pull it out of service right now and tag it out. We don't run heavy tools on compromised leads-that's an automatic electrical hazard.
Watch out
- Do not run plasma cutters, drills, or grinders on nicked or exposed cords.
Check
- Inspect the full cord jacket before use.
- Look for exposed copper, crushed spots, burns, or loose ends.
- Remove damaged cords from service and tag them.
- Keep cords out of wet areas and lift paths.
- Use the right cord/gauge for the tool and site rules.
Steps
- Inspect the full cord jacket before use.
- Look for exposed copper, crushed spots, burns, or loose ends.
- Remove damaged cords from service and tag them.
- Keep cords out of wet areas and lift paths.
- Use the right cord/gauge for the tool and site rules.
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