Electrical Safety Matting

Put Your Employees’ Safety First with Electrical Safety Mats

Electrical safety mats offer multiple benefits beyond just electrical protection. Thanks to their rubber construction, these mats create a protective barrier between workers and electrical equipment while providing a comfortable, cushioned surface to stand on. The cushioning effect delivers excellent anti-fatigue properties. When standing on these mats, the slight instability encourages constant micro-movements and position adjustments, which promotes healthy blood circulation throughout the body. Our rubber matting serves three key purposes in one product: electrical safety, anti-fatigue comfort and anti-slip protection. This makes them an excellent investment for any workplace where employees need to stand near electrical equipment for long periods. 

Why Your Business Needs Rubber Matting for Electrical Safety

There is nowhere more essential to have rubber matting than in high-voltage areas. Not only does it provide a protective barrier between your employees and electrical components but it also offers comfort during long shifts. By implementing electrical safety rubber matting in your workplace, you can benefit from:

• Compliance with Safety Regulations: Many industries are required by health and safety legislation to provide adequate electrical protection for workers operating near live electrical equipment, making safety mats a regulatory necessity. 

• Worker Protection in High-Voltage Environments: Businesses with electrical substations, switchgear rooms or high-voltage equipment need insulating mats to protect employees from electrical shock and arc flash incidents.

• Reduced Workplace Accidents and Liability: Installing electrical safety mats significantly decreases the risk of electrical injuries, helping businesses avoid costly workplace accidents, compensation claims and potential legal action. 

• Insurance Requirements and Premium Reductions: Many insurance providers require or offer reduced premiums for businesses that implement proper electrical safety measures, including the use of certified safety matting in electrical work areas. 

• Maintenance and Repair Operations: Businesses that perform electrical maintenance testing or repair work need portable safety mats to create safe working zones around energized equipment and protect technicians during servicing. 

Order Electrical Safety Rubber Matting Today

If you work in high-voltage environments, you must install electrical safety matting in your workplace to ensure the safety of your employees. With added benefits such as anti-fatigue and anti-slip properties, you can also improve the comfort of your workplace, making long shifts easier on your staff. Order rubber matting for electrical safety today to comply with regulations and put the safety of your staff first. 

We also offer a range of alternative workplace matting to meet your needs. From Anti-Slip Matting to COBA Orthomats and Entrance Matting, explore our range today to increase safety in your workplace. 

FAQs

What are electrical safety mats used for?

Electrical safety mats are used to provide insulating protection for workers standing near or working on energised electrical equipment, preventing electrical shock and arc flash incidents. They’re commonly deployed in substations, switchgear rooms, electrical maintenance areas and anywhere personnel need protection from live electrical hazards. 

Will a rubber mat prevent electric shock?

Yes, properly rated electrical rubber mats can prevent electric shock by providing an insulting barrier between the person and electrical current, but only if they meet at the appropriate voltage rating for the specific application. However, the mat must be in good condition, properly maintained and rated for the voltage levels present to ensure effective protection. 

What is the IEC standard for electrical rubber mats?

The IEC 61111 standard specifies the requirements for electrical insulating matting used for electrical protection in working areas. This international standard covers testing methods, voltage ratings, physical properties and safety requirements that electrical rubber mats must meet to ensure reliable protection.