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VDE insulated tools

Insulated hand tools, which were a part of OSHA's 1990 guidelines for electrical safety in the workplace, can help prevent worker fatalities when they're used near energized circuits.

General Requirements

Insulated tool sets are individually tested and certified by the manufacturer for specific working conditions. Generally, the maximum rated voltage for insulated tools is 1000 volts AC and 1500 volts DC. When buying insulated hand tools, look for compliance with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and/or the Deutsches Institute for Normung (DIN-German Standard). The ASTM, IEC and DIN do not test the tools for compliance. Manufacturers do their own testing, but these organizations set the performance requirements for the insulation. The Association of German Electro Technicians (VDE) is an independent agency that tests a sample of each tool to ensure compliance.


Use and Care of Insulated Hand Tools

Keep tools clean and dry

Inspect insulation before each use

If you doubt the integrity of the insulation, destroy the tool or have it retested

Follow the manufacturer's temperature recommendations for use

Have a qualified person inspect and recertify tools annually for safe use

Use other personal protective equipment as necessary


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