Utilization equipment is addressed in 29 CFR 1910.302 and 303. This document makes it clear that utilization equipment is subject to the same approval and acceptance requirements as in Section 5.6.4 of this document.

To be acceptable for installation and use, utilization equipment will be listed or labeled by a NRTL.

Utilization equipment that is not listed or labeled will meet one of the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.399, Acceptable, (i)(ii), or (iii).

Utilization equipment that is not listed or labeled will be examined, accepted, and documented by a qualified person.

Utilization equipment must be used in accordance with its listing and labeling requirements.

NOTE:Utilization equipment includes laboratory and shop equipment, appliances, or other devices that operate from an electrical energy source.

5.6.6 TEST INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT

Test instruments and equipment are intended only for use by qualified personnel and shall be used in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.334(c). In addition, a qualified person will inspect all test instruments and equipment to ensure that it is safe to use as intended by the manufacturer. If found unsafe, they will not be used unless warning labels, special operating procedures, or modifications are used to mitigate the hazard.

Test instruments and equipment will be visually inspected before each use.

Test instruments and equipment and their accessories shall be electrically rated for their intended use.

5.6.7 EQUIPMENT OF FOREIGN MANUFACTURE

All equipment of foreign manufacture is subject to acceptance as defined in 29 CFR 1910.399. Listing and labeling of equipment by foreign laboratories or standards may require examination to ensure that the equipment is wired to the electrical requirements of NFPA 70 as well as 29 CFR 1910.334.

5.6.8 APPLIANCES FOR PERSONAL USE

All appliances for personal use in the workplace such as coffee pots, refrigerators, and radios should be listed and exhibit the label of a NRTL.

5.6.9 QUALIFIED EXAMINERS OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D) EQUIPMENT

R&D managers may appoint at least one person in their organization to examine equipment and materials for approval prior to use. This person(s) will be knowledgeable in specified code and regulation requirements for examination and with the NRTL process. This person will contact an electrical safety staff member for guidance in examination procedures.

NOTE: If an organization does not have a qualified person, an electrical safety staff member should be contacted for assistance.

5.7 ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION

Performance objective:

Provide electrical safety engineering and inspection resources to ensure that this Electrical Safety Program and all mandatory codes and regulations are implemented.

5.7.1 R&D AND FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

R&D and facility organizations will ensure that their electrical systems are constructed and maintained in compliance with the electrical safety criteria.

5.7.2 CERTIFIED ELECTRICAL INSPECTORS

Certified (AHJ-approved certification) electrical code inspectors will be provided for construction and maintenance work.

Inspectors

Inspectors will have an AHJ-approved certification in the National Electrical Code and will be qualified in the electrical safety requirements of 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926. In addition, inspectors will

have the responsibility of inspecting electrical work performed during both maintenance projects and construction projects;

provide documentation of electrical inspections of both maintenance projects and construction projects;

participate in the quality assurance QA process and QA review process; provide an inspection resource for all organizations;

participate in the QA programs of other organizations as required, and

review and sign off on safe operating procedures with electrical requirements.