Electricity
The machinery and equipment you will use in the retail industry is usually operated by electricity.
Your employer must make sure all electrical machinery and equipment is kept in good working order, electrical plugs and switches are not damaged, cords are not split or frayed and are regularly checked for damage.
 | | There should be a system in place for locking out and isolating electrical machinery during maintenance, cleaning and repairs to prevent it being accidentally turned on. |
You should follow instructions for using electrical equipment, which may include remembering to:
switch off appliances at the power point before you pull out the plug;
disconnect broken appliances and not use frayed cords or broken power points;
not use too many appliances from the same power point; and
always keep electrical cords off the floor to reduce the risk of damage from drag or contact with sharp objects.
