Electrical Safety

Electrical safety field guide regarding the use of multiple outlet power strips (power taps). View the electrical power tap field guide.

Electrical safety field guide regarding the definition of what is considered "electrical work." View the electrical work field guide.

There is a lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) exemption for servicing and maintenance activities on “cord and plug” equipment such as reconfiguring gas lines, vacuum tubing, or adjusting valves. Cord and plug equipment refers to equipment that uses a single flexible cord and plug to connect to a source of electrical energy. Learn more about cord and plug procedures.

Multiple outlet power strips (surge protectors, temporary power taps, plug strips, etc.) are commonly used in both office and lab areas. Learn about required precautions to take when using power strips.