Electrical Safety: Understanding and Mitigating Risks

What is a critical aspect of workplace safety, especially for engineers and electricians?

• Electrical safety

• Fire safety

• Chemical safety

• Mechanical safety

Which organization has established electrical standards to protect employees from electrical hazards?

• OSHA

• NIOSH

• EPA

• CDC

What are common causes of electrical injuries mentioned in the passage?

• Contact with power lines, lack of ground-fault protection, improper use of equipment

• Improper lighting, wet floors, lack of signage

• Poor ventilation, chemical exposure, repetitive strain

• Noise pollution, inadequate training, poor ergonomics

What device is recommended to prevent incidents like electrical shock and fires at home?

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)

• Smoke detectors

• Carbon monoxide detectors

• Surge protectors

According to the passage, what is the main cause of most electrical accidents?

• Unsafe acts

• Unsafe conditions

• Equipment failure

• Natural disasters