Working on electrical equipment exposes a worker to electric shock and arc flash hazards. Unlike many safety concerns, these hazards simply can’t be eliminated or avoided as working on or around energized equipment is often required for some tasks, such as using a meter to test for voltage or rack a breaker.

Cementex introduces the TR-9ELK-ZC Basic Electrician’s 9-piece Service Tool Kit, featuring Cementex double-insulated safety hand tools. With a high-quality zippered case option for and nine critical tools, the tool kit is ideal for ensuring technician safety in a range of electrical service applications.

All requirements are now in effect for OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269, Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution. This final rule is meant to reduce electrical hazard risk to workers, not only within the electric utility industry, but also within other facilities that operate and maintain transmission and distribution systems.