Electrical Safety Matting
Electrical Safety Matting, also known as electrical insulating matting, is a specialist safety solution manufactured from high-quality EPDM rubber, which prevents people working in high voltage areas from being earthed and suffering injury or death. Electrical matting provides safety from electrical shocks and is essential for high voltage environments.
Rubber matting, with its insulating properties, is crucial for protecting workers from electric shocks in areas such as plant rooms, control rooms, and switchboards. For use in areas with a higher risk of contact with live electrical equipment, such as Electrical Switchboards, Plant Rooms and in front of live equipment, our range of Electrical Safety Mats conform to internationally recognised IEC 61111:2009 and BS EN 61111:2009 safety standards and provide improved grip and protection from fatigue in safety-critical workspaces. The mats are available in various thicknesses and widths to meet different specifications and needs
Where is Electrical Safety Matting Typically Used?
Electrical safety matting is typically used in areas where there is a risk of contact with live electrical equipment, such as:
- Around Electrical Switchboards: Protecting workers operating or maintaining switchboards and high voltage equipment.
- Near Control Panels: For technicians and engineers interacting with live circuits.
- In Front of Live Equipment: Such as transformers and generators.
- Maintenance Rooms: Where routine electrical system checks and repairs are conducted.
- Workshops: Especially those with electrical machinery and tools.
- Surface Features: Electrical safety matting often includes a fine fluted surface to reduce the risk of slipping and a ribbed anti-slip surface to prevent shocks.
What is BS EN 61111 – Electrical Insulating Matting About?
BS EN 61111 is a British and European standard that specifies requirements for electrical insulating matting. It ensures the matting provides adequate protection against electrical shocks in high-voltage environments. The standard covers:
- Material Specifications: Defines acceptable insulating materials. It also specifies the safe working voltage, which is crucial for ensuring the matting can handle the maximum voltage safely.
- Performance Criteria: Sets performance requirements for electrical, mechanical, and environmental stress resistance.
- Testing Methods: Details testing procedures to ensure safety compliance.
- Marking and Labelling: Specifies necessary information, such as manufacturer, voltage rating, compliance with BS EN 61111, and available lengths like 1 metre, 1.2 metres, and 0.914 metre widths.
Electrical safety matting plays a crucial role in protecting your employees from electrical hazards, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and maintaining a safe working environment.
Selecting the appropriate electrical safety matting for your workplace can significantly impact employee safety and productivity. To assist with this, we offer site visits to help you choose the right matting solution. In collaboration with COBA Europe, we provide floor-level safety assessments and recommend the most suitable workplace matting for your specific environment. Whether online or in-person, we are here to help.
We supply a wide range of electrical safety matting, including cut-to-length and customised manufacturing options, ensuring competitive pricing and quick delivery.
Contact us today at 0800 043 0161 or email sales@safetybuyer.com to discuss your interest in electrical safety matting for your workplace.
