Electrical Disconnect Safety Labels | Clarion Safety Systems

Q: "What are electrical disconnect labels used for?"

"Electrical disconnect labels identify the power isolation point on equipment, making it clear where to disconnect power before performing maintenance or service. This helps protect workers from electrical shock and accidental energization during service activities."

Q: "What code requirements apply to electrical disconnect labels?"

"The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires that each disconnecting means be legibly marked to indicate its purpose unless it is obvious by location or arrangement. These markings must also be durable enough to withstand the environment where they are placed, ensuring long-term readability and compliance."

Q: "Where should electrical disconnect labels be placed?"

"Electrical disconnect labels should be placed directly on or immediately adjacent to the disconnecting means they identify. They need to be clearly visible to anyone servicing the equipment, so there is no confusion about how to properly de-energize the system before work begins."

Q: "What types of electrical disconnect labels are available?"

"Clarion Safety offers a range of electrical disconnect labels, including symbol-only and symbol-with-text designs. Labels are available in materials suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, allowing you to select the format and durability level that best fits your application."

Q: "What if my equipment has more than one power source?"

"If your equipment requires disconnecting multiple power sources to fully de-energize it, Clarion Safety provides labels specifically designed for this purpose. These “multiple sources of electrical power” labels clearly communicate the need to disconnect all sources before service to prevent electrical hazards."

Q: "Can I order custom electrical disconnect labels?"

"Yes, Clarion Safety offers custom electrical disconnect labels that can include your preferred wording, symbols, and layout to meet your facility’s unique needs. Custom labeling helps ensure accurate communication of lockout points and enhances compliance with safety protocols."

Electrical disconnect safety labels are used when the primary means to avoid electric shock is to disconnect a single source of power to the equipment before performing service. These Clarion Safety labels have gained wide acceptance in industry for equipment whose means to isolate its power is to disconnect it. The National Electrical Code (NEC) states that “each disconnecting means shall be legibly marked to indicate its purpose unless located and arranged so the purpose is evident. In other than one or two family dwelling, the marking shall include the identification of the circuit source that supplies the disconnecting means.” The NEC also make a point to include that markings should be of sufficient durability to withstand the environment involved.

Note that when there is more than one source of power that needs to be disconnected, we offer labels that meet this need in our “multiple sources of electrical power” category. Finding the electrical disconnect label that meets your specific requirements is easy, as we offer both symbol only and symbol and text formats, as well as indoor and outdoor options. Browse the labels here in our catalog, or create your own to include any additional requirements you may have.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Electrical Disconnect Labels

What are electrical disconnect labels used for?

Electrical disconnect labels identify the power isolation point on equipment, making it clear where to disconnect power before performing maintenance or service. This helps protect workers from electrical shock and accidental energization during service activities.

What code requirements apply to electrical disconnect labels?

The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires that each disconnecting means be legibly marked to indicate its purpose unless it is obvious by location or arrangement. These markings must also be durable enough to withstand the environment where they are placed, ensuring long-term readability and compliance.

Where should electrical disconnect labels be placed?

Electrical disconnect labels should be placed directly on or immediately adjacent to the disconnecting means they identify. They need to be clearly visible to anyone servicing the equipment, so there is no confusion about how to properly de-energize the system before work begins.

What types of electrical disconnect labels are available?

Clarion Safety offers a range of electrical disconnect labels, including symbol-only and symbol-with-text designs. Labels are available in materials suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, allowing you to select the format and durability level that best fits your application.

What if my equipment has more than one power source?

If your equipment requires disconnecting multiple power sources to fully de-energize it, Clarion Safety provides labels specifically designed for this purpose. These “multiple sources of electrical power” labels clearly communicate the need to disconnect all sources before service to prevent electrical hazards.

Can I order custom electrical disconnect labels?

Yes, Clarion Safety offers custom electrical disconnect labels that can include your preferred wording, symbols, and layout to meet your facility’s unique needs. Custom labeling helps ensure accurate communication of lockout points and enhances compliance with safety protocols.