How to Handle Water-Damaged Electrical Equipment
In the wake of Hurricane Irene, the East Coast will face many issues as it starts down the road to recovery. Here is one resource that manufacturers might find of use.
One problem that these manufacturers will have to face is the hazards posed by water-damaged electrical equipment. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) wrote a set of guidelines for handling this equipment. The document is designed for use by suppliers, installers, inspectors and users of electrical products. According to NEMA, it provides advice on the safe handling of electrical equipment that has been exposed to water. It outlines which items will require complete replacement and which can be reconditioned by a trained professional.
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