Live working – Hand tools for use up to 1 000 V AC and 1 500 V DC

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Designation Number:
CAN/ULC 60900
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Adoption of International Standard
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
ICS code(s):
13.260
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:

This document is applicable to insulated, insulating and hybrid hand tools used for working live or close to live parts at nominal voltages up to 1 000 V AC and 1 500 V DC.

The products designed and manufactured according to this document contribute to the safety of the users provided they are used by skilled persons, in accordance with safe methods of work and the instructions for use (where appropriate).

Project need:

Adoption of this new edition will ensure technical requirements in Canada are consistent with the latest requirements developed by IEC.

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