1. What is an EEWP?
According to CSA Standard Z462, an EEWP is a document which captures:
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- Description of the work to be performed and electrical circuits involved,
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- Justification for performing the work live (or “energized”),
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- Results of Shock and Arc Flash Risk Assessments,
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- Authorizing management signature.
2. When should Health & Safety Professionals use an EEWP?
CSA Z462 states that an EEWP is required whenever work is to be performed on live (or energized) electrical circuits, with some exceptions:
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- Testing, troubleshooting or voltage testing,
- Visual, thermography or ultrasound inspections if the restricted approach boundary is not crossed.
3. What Should You Do?
- Check that all staff and contractor electricians create Z462-compliant EEWPs prior to performing energized electrical work.
- Confirm that a process is in place to have authorized management approval of all EEWPs
- Confirm that all approved EEWPs are stored and accessible to prove compliance in case of audit or incident.
