Safety considerations for the application, installation, operation and maintenance of industrial AC induction motors

The author identifies hazardous conditions that can cause serious damage to equipment and create unsafe conditions for personnel. The scope of the work is limited to industrial AC induction motors, even though much of it is appropriate to other types of electric motors. The hazards in terms of the potential safety. problems to exposed personnel are as follows: (1) bodily injury due to excessive temperature, fire, or explosion caused by the stator, rotor, or bearing failures; (2) electrical shock due to a dielectric breakdown or contact with live parts; (3) injury from contact with rotating members or flying parts; (4) loss of hearing from prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels; and (5) injury due to improper lifting or handling.<>