AG-AG-AMI-01421-3.1ppElectrical_Safety.pptVIP

Electrical Safety around the Home and farm Jesse Morris \ Spring 2002 Virginia Tech This presentation has not been edited by the Georgia Curriculum Office. Objectives Performance objectives Students will be able to describe electrical safety issues Enabling objectives Given the instruction in class and laboratory demonstrations students will be able to describe and explain the following safety hazards with 100% accuracy: Electrical short circuit Electrical water damage Tool Purchasing Power Line Entanglement Electrical wiring safety Electrical Safety Shocking Statistics“ There are approximately 290 accidental electrocutions each year. An additional 800 people die in fires caused by faulty electrical systems every year. Thousands are shocked and burned as the result of accidental contact with electricity every year. An estimated $1.2 billion in property damage occurs each year due to faulty use of electricity. Electrical Safety Electrical Wire Identification Black = Hot wire Red = Hot wire White = Neutral wire Bare or Green = Ground wire *Never touch any of these wires together unless you are instructed to do so. Electrical Panel Box Safety All electricity flows into panel box from meter If breaker or fuse periodically throws or blows, you are in danger of an electrical short Always use the correct size fuse or breaker for the proper application If unsure of any electrical problem contact an electrician Electricity and Water The likelihood of being shock is greatly multiplied in damp locations People are excellent conductors Never use electrical equipment in damp or wet areas Do Not spray water around any electrical source Electrical Safety Proper use of extension cords Stay away from wet areas, sharp objects heat oil Check cords periodically for nicks and cuts Always use the correct wire gauge and cord length for its intended use: Up to 35’ use # 14 gauge wire 36’ to 75’ use # 12 gauge wire 76’ to 100’ use #10 gauge wire (All cords are