# The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, Regulation 5: Strength and capability of electrical equipment

Extent: E+W+S

No electrical equipment shall be put into use where its strength and capability may be exceeded in such a way as may give rise to danger.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1989/635/regulation/5 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/electricity-at-work-regulations-1989/regulation-5
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