1. The ability of a voting system to be used in a particular jurisdiction with assurance that it will operate properly. In Pennsylvania, for example, the purpose of state is to CERTIFICATION determine whether a "can be safely used by voters at elections." 25 P.S. VOTING SYSTEM §3031.5(b). 2. Absence of physical hazard, such as electrical shock. The identify a list of such 2007 VVSG safety concerns: fire hazards, electrical hazards, potential for equipment tip-over (stability), potential for cuts and scrapes (e.g., sharp edges), potential for pinching (e.g., tight, spring- loaded closures), potential for hair or clothing entanglement. See also SAFETY CERTIFICATION.
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1. The ability of a voting system to be used in a particular jurisdiction with assurance that it will operate properly. In Pennsylvania, for example, the purpose of state is to CERTIFICATION determine whether a "can be safely used by voters at elections." 25 P.S. VOTING SYSTEM §3031.5(b). 2. Absence of physical hazard, such as electrical shock. The identify a list of such 2007 VVSG safety concerns: fire hazards, electrical hazards, potential for equipment tip-over (stability), potential for cuts and scrapes (e.g., sharp edges), potential for pinching (e.g., tight, spring- loaded closures), potential for hair or clothing entanglement. See also SAFETY CERTIFICATION.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Safety. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/safety
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