What is required for attaching ground end clamps if the grounded system and the worker are at different potentials?

In the context of working with grounded systems where different potentials exist, using hot sticks is essential for ensuring safety. Hot sticks, or insulating sticks, allow a worker to maintain a safe distance from live conductors and equipment while performing tasks such as attaching ground end clamps. This is particularly important when there is a risk of electric shock due to the potential difference between the grounded system and the worker.

By using hot sticks, the worker can effectively manipulate equipment that could otherwise pose a severe risk of electrical injury. These tools provide the necessary insulation to protect against electrical contact, making them crucial under conditions where high voltage differences may be present.

While insulation gloves, rubber boots, and safety goggles are important components of worker safety in electrical environments, they do not provide an adequate means to address the potential hazards involved in directly handling equipment under these specific conditions.