Electrical Safety Flashcards
Name 6 electrical hazards.
- Exposed wire.
- Working live.
- Exposure to hazard.
- Fire.
- Damaged earth wire.
- Exposed to water.
Define electrical shock.
The physiological reaction, sensation or injury caused by electric current passing through the human body.
When does electrical shock occur?
Occurs upon contact of a human body part with any source of electricity that causes a sufficient current through the skin, muscles or hair.
What are the 6 major types of incidents?
- Pre-occupation.
- Ignorance or lack of skill.
- Over familiarity.
- Tiredness/fatigue.
- Horseplay.
- Physical hazards.
How do we tackle the accident problem? (5)
- Know the hazard, know the precaution.
- Maintain safety discipline.
- Develop habit of noticing potential dangers.
- Learn first aid procedures.
- Be fully aware of all hazards.
Causes of electric shock. (8)
- Equipment failure (indirect contact)
- Human error (direct contact)
- A combination of both the above.
- Failure to observe proper safety precautions.
- Over familiarity.
- Shoddy work.
- Not reporting defective components.
- Failure to inspect/test portable equipment.
Draw the current - effect table.
Current Effect
1mA Involuntary reaction.
10mA Prevents releasing your hold.
20mA Physical damage.
30mA Can kill.
How much resistance does the human body have? (Wet + Damp)
Dry - roughly 100k ohms.
Damp - less than 1k ohms.
What voltage is (technically) considered safe in the rn?
24v DC.
How many volts and amps required to kill a human.
V - 30V.
A - 30mA.
What is LOTO?
LOTO (lock off/tag out) is a SSOW (safe system of work) used to lock off a system for maintenance and repairs.
Is LOTO the only safeguarding measure required?
LOTO is only a minimum and other safeguards can be employed such as a PTW (permit to work).
What are the reasons for isolating supplies from service by the LOTO system?
- Allows maintenance without hazard to maintainers.
2. Isolates equipment that is defective and be danger.
Name the 4 parts of the LOTO (Lock Off/Tag Out) system?
- Log-Off/Tag-Out index sheet.
- LOTO safety certificate.
- Lock-Off/Tag-Out label.
- LOTO- Display board.
What are the 3 MAIN causes of electrical shock?
- Equipment failure (indirect contact)
- Human error (direct contact)
- A combination of both the above.