OSHA standards focus on the design and use of electrical equipment and systems. The standards cover only the exposed or operating elements of an electrical installation such as lighting, equipment, motors, machines, appliances, switches, controls, and enclosures, requiring that they be constructed and installed to minimize workplace electrical dangers. Also, the standards require that certain approved testing organizations test and certify electrical equipment before use in the workplace to ensure it is safe.
Upgrading to these outlets is simple and cost effective; so much so that they are being used in older households too. The tamper resistant outlets fit in the standard outlet locations so installation and retrofit in older homes is easy.
INJURIES CAN BE VERY SERIOUS Almost 95% of injuries, according to CPSC, involve burns. The severity of injuries may vary but a significant number result in serious and sometimes fatal incidents. Even minor injuries can leave emotional trauma. Because the skin is thin on young children, burns become very serious as it offers little resistance to heat or electric flow so burns are deeper and scaring is more severe.
The updates took effect with the 2008 NEC, and municipalities and states have to adopt the Code. NEC Article 406.11 states that all 125-volt. 15 and 20 amp outlets shall be listed as tamper-resistant outlets. The code applies to new homes for single and multi-family construction.
TAMPER PROOF OUTLETS WORK SMARTER Tamper proof outlets are the same size standard as conventional wall outlets with a built-in shutter system that protects children from electrical current when inserting foreign objects into the receptacle. The shutter mechanism is spring-loaded and only allows the flow of electricity when pressure is applied equally and simultaneously to both shutters in the case of an electrical plug When the outlet is not in use, both shutters remain closed, placing a barrier between the electricity and a child’s probe.
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