Guide explains electrical test equipment standard

The free, full-colour 'Guide to EN50191' is suitable for those with responsibility for ensuring the safe operation of electrical test equipment in manufacturing, compliance, repair and design organisations.

EN50191 will have an impact on companies manufacturing electrical or electronic equipment and particularly on individuals and organisations with a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act to maintain safety in the workplace.

As the standard applies to all facilities where electrical testing is undertaken, it is also applicable to test houses, repair workshops and design laboratories.

The guide provides the information and data necessary to ensure the safety of test personnel involved in electrical test activities and to assist those responsible for managing the various types of test locations to prevent danger.

A full guide to the safety requirements of different electrical test stations and locations is included, together with details of the safety measures required to ensure protection against electric shock.