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What kind of personal safety equipment should I wear during an electrical installation?

Your Last Defense

When performing any kind of installation that involves electricity, the biggest hazard is always electric shock. Although separating the equipment from any power sources and using non-conductive tools is important, there is still one last defense against shock: protective clothing. Also known as personal protective equipment (PPE), protective clothing includes the following:

*Long sleeve, flame-resistant shirt (synthetic materials can be flammable or melt into skin)
*Long, flame-resistant pants
*Safety goggles with side shields
*Leather gloves
*Hardhat with flame-resistant liner
*Hair fasteners (only applicable if you have long hair, as it may catch fire)
*Leather work boots

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