Electrical Wiring Residential
Electrical Wiring Residential
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ISBN: 9781337101837
Author: Ray C. Mullin, Phil Simmons
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 32, Problem 1R
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Find the basic safety rule when working with electricity.

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Answer to Problem 1R

The basic safety rule when working with electricity is to turn off the power.

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The basic safety rules to be followed when working with electricity are listed below:

  • When hooking up with the standby systems, always turn OFF the power. Do not work with “live” equipment.
  • Installation instructions provided by the equipment manufacturers should be read and followed carefully to operate equipment.
  • Do not work with wet hands.
  • Do not stand on water when working with electricity.
  • After qualifying from the electrical testing laboratories, equipment such as panelboards, generators, transfer switches, and power inlets should be installed.
  • Do not touch the bare wires.

Conclusion:

Thus, the basic safety rule when working with electricity is to turn off the power.

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