Safety Flash
Galley electric shock – Uncontrolled portable electrical equipment
Galley electric shock – Uncontrolled portable electrical equipment
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 13/19
- Control of WorkElectrical Safety
- Electric shockElectrical safety
- Inspection and maintenance
- Safety communication
Summary
A chief cook received a mild electric shock when a wet cleaning cloth contacted a galley power board. The non-IP-rated board had been paired with an IP-rated plug for personal appliances. Lessons include removing unsuitable equipment, reviewing extension sockets, inspecting for unauthorised appliances and identifying authorised areas for personal-device use.
Classifications: Electric shock; electrocution.
Classifications: Electrical safety; electrical hazards.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.
Summary
A wet cloth contacted an unauthorised electrical power board, causing a mild shock during galley cleaning.
IMCA SF 13/19. Themes: control of work, electrical safety.