These are called double insulated tools.
Double insulated electrical hand tools.
Wiha insulated tools are individually tested to 10 000 volts and 1000 volt rated.
Insulation rubber is one such insulator and wearing shoes with rubber soles was a standard practice for workers using the older electric tools and is still a wise choice.
Modern electric tool manufacturers have given us another option which can be plugged into a standard two prong outlet.
Wiha insulated hand tool sets are a favorite among electricians and we are proud to have earned a spot on their tool belts.
Two color insulation makes inspection easier which adds to the overall safety.
Cementex is a leader in double insulated tools rated for exposure up to 1000 v ac and tested at 10 000 v ac electrical safety products and arc flash clothing.
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Wiha insulated hand tools help with arc flash protection programs by meeting osha nfpa and ieee regulations.
Oel double insulated tools tool kits every insulated hand tool is rated for exposure up to 1000vac and dielectrically tested at 10 000vac.
Hand held tools manufactured with non metallic cases are called double insulated.
Our performance standard is what the non manufacturing competition strive to model.
If the yellow under layer is showing the tool may no longer be insulated properly and should be considered for replacement and removed from service.
If approved they do not require grounding under the national electrical code.