TOPIC 1 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

What is meant by "Current" in electricity?

• Resistance to current

• Flow of charged electrons

• Conductor

• Electrical insulator

Which of the following materials is an example of an electrical insulator?

• Copper

• Aluminium

• Rubber

• Silver

What is the effect if a person is exposed to an electric current of 100 mA?

• Mild shock

• Mild muscle spasms

• Loss of balance

• Respiratory arrest and risk of fatality

Which of the following is an example of an electrical hazard?

• Properly functioning switch

• Fully insulated circuit

• Insulated wire

• Overloaded circuit

What is the purpose of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

• Increase work speed

• Prevent electric shocks and injuries

• Increase electrical power

• Replace the use of tools

Which of the following is NOT an example of an electrical hazard that may occur at the workplace?

• Using appropriate equipment

• Contact with live wire

• Damaged or exposed wire

• Wet working area

Identify the electrical hazard based on the situation shown in the diagram.

• Wet conditions

• Improper grounding

• Overloaded circuits

• Contact with live wires