DIY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND HAZARDS � You must turn the mains power ' Off '' before entering the work space, and, if in any doubt about how to turn the power
' Off '', you must consult a licensed electrician. � Working in areas that contain live electrical wiring is extremely hazardous. Take extreme care to avoid touching any live overhead electrical lines, supply cables or any other live cables in the workspace.
� Defective electrical cables, exposed terminals and conductors of electrical equipment such as light fittings and fans can cause burns and electric shocks please exercise caution when working near such hazards – check with an electrician if you are unsure if the cabling is safe. � Working in hot and poorly ventilated areas when installing insulation can be dangerous. � Working at heights, when installing insulation can be dangerous.
BEFORE INSTALLATION � You must turn the mains power ' Off '' and, if in any doubt about how to turn the power ' Off '', consult a licensed electrician.
� Do not enter the workspace for the purposes of the pre-work inspection or the installation until you are satisfied that the power has been isolated. Even after isolating the power via the switchboard there may still be an electrical mains cable in either the ceiling or underfloor space that is live.
� Complete a pre-work assessment before installation to identify safety hazards which may include but are not limited to the following: o access to the roof area, o working at heights, o electrical safety hazards, o adequate ventilation of the work area and o tripping hazards.
� Before commencing work you must have systems in place to reduce risks identified in the pre-work assessment such as but which are not limited to: � systems to prevent falling when working at heights. � exhaust fans to provide adequate ventilation if required. � adequate protective clothing to avoid contact with hazardous materials and substances.
DURING INSTALLATION � Work with another person and maintain contact throughout both the assessment and installation process. � Wear appropriate clothing for the job such as long sleeved top, flat rubber sole shoes, gloves conforming to Australian
Standard AS2161 and ventilated non-fogging dust resistant goggles conforming to AS / NZ 1336, and a P2 dust mask. � Avoid eye contact with dust or fibres to minimise eye or skin contact and inhalation during handling. � Avoid installing insulation in hot weather and at the hottest part of the day. � Under no circumstances must fixing devices in ceiling spaces or under floors, or in proximity to electrical wiring, be of metal or other conductive material.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE ISOLATING POWER � Locate and review the incoming power supply, main switchboard and meter box. � Ensure you understand if there is a main isolator and how power can be safely isolated. � Ensure you understand the direction of the‘ On’ and‘ Off’ position of the main switch( NOTE: the‘ Off’ position is not always as it seems- check with an electrician if you are unsure). � Before installation, switch ' Off '' the electricity supply at the main switchboard( check with an electrician if you are unsure if power can be turned ' Off '' at the switchboard). � Be aware that even after isolating the power via the switchboard there may still be an electrical mains cable in either the ceiling or underfloor space that is live. Take extreme care to avoid touching any live overhead electrical lines, supply cables or any other live cables in the workspace.