SAFETY POWER SWITCH

摘要

A power outlet strip (30) having at least one receptacle (13); an element (12) for receiving power from a power source; a switch (4) coupled between the receptacle (13) and the element (12) for receiving power, which operates to control power transfer to the receptacle (13); a sliding member (7); and a safety key (6) for controlling the position of the sliding member (7). When the safety key (6) is engaged in the outlet strip (30), it positions the sliding member (7) such that the switch (4) is accessible and operable by an operator. When the safety key (6) is removed from the outlet strip (30), it positions the sliding member (7) such that the switch (4) is inoperable by the operator. The outlet strip (30) also includes a switch cover (1) for covering the switch (4). The switch cover (1) has at least one leaf spring (52) and an actuating member (54). The actuating member (54) is operative for toggling the switch (4) to an OFF position when the switch cover (1) is depressed. The leaf spring (52) is operative for maintaining the actuating member (54) above the switch (4) when no pressure is applied to the switch cover (1).