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Why is Testing an Electrical Safety Mat Made Mandatory Before Use?

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Have you ever wondered why reputed electrical safety mat manufacturers provide test certificates? Safety audits in the industries of Singapore make sure to check documentation including test and compliance certificates.  Tests for checking the electrical properties of the mat, such as dielectric strength, AC-proof voltage, and insulation resistance tests, are made mandatory. In addition, more tests, including hardness, flame retardant, elongation, tensile strength tests, and others, are also made compulsory.  Why Do Experts Suggest Testing an Electrical Safety Mat Thoroughly Before Use?  1. Guarantee Your Electrical Safety  A tested electrical safety mat guarantees your electrical safety. They pass all the tests and are made with high-quality elastomer. As a result, it has remarkable insulation resistance and offers a non-conductive barrier between the voltage source and the ground.  Thus, the rubber safety mat can protect you from electrical hazards like sho...

What are the different rubber mats for electrical safety available in Singapore?

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Every now and then, we hear and read about dangerous electrical accidents in workplaces. Like every other country, Singapore has its share of electrical hazards too. In the previous year, there was a headline about the electrocution of a group of workers in Singapore . This happened while they were installing solar panels.  News like this drives industries to prioritize electrical safety in workplaces. Rubber mats for electrical safety have high demand. Factories and industries in Singapore heavily rely on them to ensure electrical safety in the workplace. Living in Singapore, do you know which rubber mats for electrical safety are available?  Explore the Different Standard-Compliant Rubber Mats for Electrical Safety in Singapore 1) IEC 61111:2009 Rubber Mats for Electrical Safety The International Electrotechnical Commission has set the IEC 61111:2009 standard. A) Classes:  i) Class 0: Class 0 rubber safety mat is for working voltages up to 1 kV.  ii) Class 1: It ...