Deadly Shocks: Why Inverter Safety Standards Matter

https://navbharattimes.indiatimes.com/state/uttar-pradesh/ghaziabad/restaurant-operator-dies-after-turning-inverter/articleshow/59975873.cms

In this Navbharat Times news the man dies of an electric shock while cleaning the Inverter which is not highlighted anywhere, and people feel that these things don’t matter. Here in this blog, I want to highlight such kind of incidents happening in India where people are dying or getting injured by getting electric shocks from the body of Inverter/UPS.

Deadly Shocks: Why Inverter Safety Standards Matter

Electrical safety in India is a critical concern, and according to reports in publications like Zee News, a staggering 30 people die from electrocution every day. While many incidents involve direct contact with high-tension wires, faulty inverters create a hidden threat within our homes.

Inverter use has become widespread due to frequent power cuts. However, these inverters which are made by local manufacturer who do not have the BIS certification for their products can produce deadly shocks and tragedy can happen in any home or office. These tragedies highlight the importance of prioritizing safety standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The BIS has made it mandatory for inverters/UPS to comply with specific safety regulations. These regulations ensure proper earthing, insulation, overload and short circuit protection circuitry. An inverter with the BIS safety mark has undergone rigorous testing and meets these essential safety criteria.

Don’t be lured by potentially cheaper, uncertified options when purchasing an inverter. Insist on seeing the BIS marking. This small symbol represents a giant leap towards safeguarding yourself and your loved ones from electrical shock hazards.

By prioritizing BIS-certified inverters, we can collectively work towards reducing preventable deaths from inverter malfunctions. Let’s choose safety and make our homes havens, not hidden dangers.

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https://www.bhaskar.com/amp/local/haryana/panipat/news/12-year-old-child-dies-from-inverter-battery-current-127372251.html

• The news report is from Dainik Bhaskar, and it details the tragic death of a 12-year-old child in Panipat, India, due to electrocution from an inverter battery.
• Electrical safety for children:
• The inverter comes with the battery. Make sure that the battery terminals are protected and kept in a trolley.
• The wiring at the back of Inverter is all done properly with the sockets and screws properly done. There should not be any loose wires attached to the system.
• children should be warned of not going new these inverters.
• Electrical safety at home:
  • Keep all appliances out of children’s reach.
  • Cover electrical outlets with safety plugs.
  • Ensure electrical cords are properly insulated.
  • Install a grounding system in your home.
  • Regularly inspect electrical wiring and appliances.

It’s crucial to prioritize electrical safety, especially around children.

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Here are some dangerous faults that can occur in Inverter/UPS:

Overload Fault: This happens when the inverter carries more load than its capacity. This can damage the inverter and even cause fire. But in BIS certified Inverter there is a circuitry which is fool proof to take care of this fault.
Short Circuit Fault: This happens when there is short circuit in the wires of the inverter. This can damage the inverter and even cause fire. But in BIS certified Inverter/UPS this feature is checked properly and there is a complete in-built protection in these Inverters than only BIS certification is given.
Battery Fault: This happens when the battery of the inverter gets damaged. This can damage the inverter and even cause electric shock. In the BIS certified Inverters, the battery fault conditions protection is built in and it takes care of all kinds of battery faults without any damage to Inverter.

Overheating Fault: This happens when the Inverter overheats. This can damage the inverter and even cause fire. The BIS safety standards check the internal circuitry in which the in built temperature sensor is a must which will switch off the Inverter circuitry automatically in case of heating above the threshold level.

Here are some safety tips that can protect you from electrocution from the inverter:

Always keep the inverter in a dry place.
Keep the inverter out of the reach of children.
Never put any cloth or cover the ventilation point of an Inverter.
Check the battery water regularly if using Lead Acid battery and keep the battery clean.
Do not try to disconnect the Inverter battery.
Always get the inverter installed by a qualified electrician.
This video gives you information about dangerous faults of Inverter and also gives you safety tips to avoid electrocution from Inverter.