Electrical Safety Hazards Quiz

What is one of the main hazards of working with electricity?

• Exposure to sunlight

• Contact with live parts causing shock and burns

• Breathing in dust

• Loud noises

Which of the following is NOT listed as a danger related to electricity?

• Faulty electrical equipment

• Damaged insulation

• Wet paint

• Exposed conductors

Why is it important to ensure that the power line is dead before moving ladders near overhead cables?

• To avoid damaging the ladder

• To prevent electric shock or death

• To keep the cables clean

• To avoid making noise

What does the diagram most likely warn against?

• Using too many extension cords

• Touching live electrical wires

• Overloading a power strip

• Leaving lights on overnight

Which condition increases the risk of electrical hazards the most?

• Dry surroundings

• Wet surroundings

• Well-ventilated rooms

• Bright lighting

What should a risk assessment for electrical equipment include?

• The color of the equipment

• Who could be harmed, the level of risk, and precautions to control the risk

• The brand of the equipment

• The age of the building

Why might electrical equipment be especially dangerous in cramped spaces?

• It is easier to see sparks

• It is difficult to avoid a shock if a fault develops

• The air is cleaner

• The equipment is newer

If a machine or ladder touches an overhead wire, what could happen?

• The machine will stop working

• Electricity will be conducted to the earth, causing fire, explosion, or electric shock

• The wire will break

• The ladder will become magnetic

What is a precaution to take when working near overhead cables?

• Move quickly under the cables

• Always assume the power line is live unless confirmed dead

• Use plastic ladders only

• Wear rubber gloves at all times

Which of the following is a sign that electrical equipment should be removed from use immediately?

• The equipment is new

• The plug or connector is damaged

• The cable is clean

• The equipment is lightweight