Solar Panel
Labeling
A guide to labeling photovoltaic system components
for compliance and safety
Solar Panel Labeling Guide
Solar systems, often referred to as photovoltaic systems, are an increasingly
common source of energy for companies looking to be more environmentally
conscious. Simply put, photovoltaic systems use solar panels to convert
sunlight into energy we can use. It’s a revolutionary innovation, but like any
energized environment, solar systems come with electrocution risks and other
dangerous hazards that can lead to serious injury or death. As a result, OSHA
requires facilities with a solar system to adhere to the labeling standards
established by the NEC, ANSI, and ASME.
These standard-focused organizations are trusted names in industrial safety,
and, since OSHA doesn’t actually create standards themselves but rather
enforce the standards created by the above-named agencies, it’s crucial
that safety managers make sure labels, signs, and other forms of visual
communication adhere to necessary standards.
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Since all of the standards required to stay in compliance address hazard, risk,
and injury level, it’s important to mark the dangerous areas of your solar power
system clearly.
There are various types of labels required for Solar systems (PV). For solar
systems, it’s absolutely crucial that visual communication abide by NEC 2017
Article 690, and IFC 2012. These energy systems have many components, and
each different component requires labels that address appropriate hazard levels.
Below are the various types of labels required for the different parts of a solar
system. Follow these guidelines to ensure your facility is in compliance with all
the necessary safety standards.
Complying with Solar Power Labeling Requirements
Companies need to make it a priority to remain in compliance with all NEC
regulations regarding all solar power systems. If an audit or inspection takes
place and the labeling is not completed properly, companies will face serious
fines or other penalties. In many cases, the inspectors will allow a company to
delay their work so that they can get the labeling completed, but that can also
be costly.
Of course, the most important reason to remain up to date with the latest
standards is to keep a facility as safe as possible. These labeling requirements
are in place specifically to ensure employees, equipment, and the facility are
protected from potential dangers associated with solar powered systems.
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SOLAR SYSTEM (PHOTOVOLTAIC) LABELING
Solar Panel System Components
1 Inverter 5 Conduit
2 DC Disconnect 6 Meter
3 Combiner Box 7 Breaker Panel
4 AC Disconnect 8 Main Service Disconnect
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1 Inverters
This is the crucial part of your photovoltaic system that converts
the direct current (DC) output of energy collected from your solar
panel into a utility frequency alternating current (AC) that can be
fed into a commercial electrical grid or used by a local electrical
network. These hubs are very powerful; disrupting these areas or
disconnecting abruptly can cause catastrophic damage.
Labels Needed:
PPL29017
PPL29025
2 DC Disconnect
At this power interchange, there’s a high risk of electrocution or
shock. You’ll need to post notifications informing workers of the
hazard present so they can act accordingly.
Labels Needed:
PPL29016
PPL29028
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3 Combiner Box
This component of your solar system has potential for electrical
shock as well, since there’s DC disconnect points.
Labels Needed:
PPL29028 PPL29025
PPL29016
4 AC Disconnect
Like the DC disconnect points, AC disconnects carry shock
hazards; therefore, labels with orange warning headings need to
be posted at these sites.
Labels Needed:
PPL29017
PPL29028
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5 Conduit
Conduit points need to be marked so workers, servicers, and first
responders can navigate your solar power system safely and easily.
Labels Needed:
PPL29022
6 Meter
Meter labels ensure workers and servicers have the knowledge
necessary to read meters correctly.
Labels Needed:
PPL29014
7 Breaker Panel
Since breaker panels are the control boards from which energy
is delegated, these areas are susceptible to shock hazards.
Warning labels are required to ensure workers are aware of risks.
Labels Needed:
PPL29028 PPL29025
PPL29017
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8 Main Service Disconnect
At this central hub, it’s absolutely imperative that workers follow
specific directions when shutting down the system. Labels
inform and instruct workers on how to proceed here.
Labels Needed:
PPL29017
PPL29028
PPL29021
PPL29023
PPL29028
PPL29022
PPL29028 PPL29024
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