Patent CA-2921923-A1 (CA)
Inventor: EDMUNDS LYLE W
IPC: H01R13/52
Filed: 2016-02-25
Abstract: Electrical Power Cord Safety Sleeve. This device is designed to be an anti-shock/fire prevention safety sleeve, to be used with power tool and electrical extension cords. The safety sleeve will be comprised of plastic. rubber, composite, water resistant type material that will incase/house the male and female ends of the electrical power cords and prevent the cord ends from being exposed to the natural outdoor elements such as rain, frost, ice, snow, sand, mud, etc. When this specially designed sleeve/device is set in place, it will help to prevent electrical shock, fire and cord displacement and damage. When two ends of the power cords are connected together as illustrated and depicted in our pictures and drawings and placed properly in the anti-shock/fire preventing sleeve device, it becomes a much needed safety first feature that we feel has been long needed in today's exterior workplace environment. We as Petitioner's working as safety professionals in the construction and industrial industries for many years, whole heartedly believe this is a worthy and much needed safety device/feature for workers working outdoors in various weather conditions such as rain, snow, frost, mud, etc., which creates a higher risk of electrical shock. As a worker connects the power cords together and places them in the specially designed anti shock sleeve device, once in place they simply close the sleeve cover thereby protecting the power cords ends to mitigate and/or eliminate/prevent the risk of electric shock and any possible chance of fire. When the male and female power cord ends are placed inside this special anti-shock sleeve as shown in our Drawings and Pictures. the power cord ends will become suspended inside the safety sleeve together and will not touch the sides/walls of the sleeve device at any time. This design will prevent any moisture from touching the plug connections of the power cord ends thereby preventing unwanted electrical shocks or fires as a result of sparking created from shorts due to debris or wet moisture conditions developing on the plug elements. The sleeve/device will also contain small weep holes around the edges of the sleeve to drain and prevent condensation which may occur in rain, frost, snow. muddy, etc.. climate conditions. As we know regular usage of power cords should not be submerged in water or liquids and the same will apply for this device while in use. lithe risk exists where the power cord sleeve may or my become submerged in water, you would need to get a special order anti shock type of sleeve if possible or find an alternative way to proceed further. This type of anti-shock/fire prevention Sleeve is to be used for general/regular exterior work as described only and should never be used for any other type work. This device can be used in residential, commercial or industrial settings and we feel this will be a great help to all trade/handy man workers and prevent unwanted power tool type hazards or possible disasters from occurring whether it be in the workplace or in your own personal back yard.   What is this device known as, Power Cord Safety Sleeve This power cord safety sleeve is a device we've designed to help prevent electrical spark/shock to workers not only in the construction and industrial industries but for all other persons using electrical power tools and extension cords as Well as preventing chance of fire from electrical sparks, shorts etc.  We as Petitioners solely believe this type of device is needed and will be great for industry and home usage as well when working in both wet and dry weather environments. This sleeve will also keep the plug ends clear and clean from any unwanted material/debris that may not only damage the ends but may also cause spark. when clogged or become stuck in the plug end connector/elements. We believe as Petitioners that this device will be accepted and greatly appreciated in the workplace due to the Governing Bodies requirements/demands regarding prevention of potential accidents. As well companies could see a savings of funds specific to lost time. liability and equipment damage. Who is this Power Cord Safety Sleeve intended for? As Petitioners with backgrounds in construction and safety professions, we feel this Power Cord Safety Sleeve device can be of great importance and serve to help everyone who uses a power tool and/or an electrical extension cord in all sectors of the working environment, whether it be someone working on a construction project or a home/cottage repair as we feel safety is a must and for all to take advantage off. What does The Power Cord Safety Sleeve consist off? This new Power Cord Safety Sleeve device consists of a plastic/composite type sleeve/housing and when put in place or attached to electrical power cord plug ends will serve as an electrical power cord plug protector. This type of plug protector will not only protect the plug ends from ice. snow, rain, mud or, debris from getting in to the plug ends that can possibly cause electrical shock, sparks, short-outs, equipment damage and chance of tire. It will also serve as a cord connector and locking device that will keep both cords simultaneously dry and connected while in use as shown on power sleeve device pictures and drawings. This Power Cord Safety Sleeve device may come in different shapes and sizes depending on industry special needs, demands or other, etc., but for the most part, they will be of the same standard type and size. We believe that this Power Cord Safety Sleeve plug protector device can be of great significance and importance for the safety of all who work primarily in the outdoor environment. We also believe that this safety device will mitigate and/or eliminate/prevent the risk of accidents from occurring due to power cord hazardous situations. while also helping to save companies financial gain that would otherwise be lost due to electrical equipment damage. slowdown of work progress. possible injury and lost time to workers that may also result into insurance claims. This electrical Power Cord Safety Sleeve device is a concept that we the Petitioners have conceived and developed to mitigate and/or eliminate/prevent the risk of electrical shock and hazards that can result into unwanted accidents.