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16 Cards in this Set
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Three ways in which a person can receive an electrical shock
include (1) contacting two energized conductors of ________ ________; (2) contacting energized conductors of two different ________; and (3) coming into contact with an energized conductor or device while the person is ________. |
opposite polarity; voltages; grounded
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(True or False) Contact with a person who is being shocked can
also give you a shock. |
True
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The four types of electrical injuries include (1) ________, (2)
________ ________, (3) ________, and (4) ________. |
electrocution, electrical shock, burns, falls
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The danger from electrical shock depends on the ________ of the
shocking current through the body, the ________ of the shocking current through the body, and the ________ of the shocking current through the body. |
amount, duration, path
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________ occurs when an electrical shock results in a person’s
inability to release hold of the source of electrical current. |
Freezing
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The three most common types of burns from contact with electricity
are (1) ________, (2) ________, and (3) ________ ________. |
electrical, arc, thermal contact
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An electrical shock can cause secondary accidents such as falls
due to the ________ to pull away from the contact source. |
reflex
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(True or False) Every elevator installation will have an enclosure
around the electrical terminals and connections on controllers, logic and supervisory panels, floor selectors, MG sets, and other equipment. |
False
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In order to control contact with electrical voltages and control electrical
currents to create a safe work environment, ________ ________ and ________ ________ circuits and machines. |
lock-out, tag-out
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OSHA defines a ________ ________ as someone who has
received mandated training on the hazards and on the construction and operation of equipment involved in a task. |
qualified person
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As there are a number of components in our industry that can store
energy; before beginning work, be sure to ________ these components to ________ whenever possible. |
discharge, ground
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The third wire in a three-wire electrical cord is called the ________
________. |
mechanical ground
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An electrical hazard that is not protected by grounding occurs as a
person comes in contact with ________ current carrying conductors. |
both
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All power tools must be equipped with a three-wire cord unless they
are the ________-________ type. |
double-insulated
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(True or False) The first response when attempting to help an electric
shock accident victim is to pull them away from the energy source. |
False
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The best way to integrate safe work practices into life is to make
them part of your ________. |
planning
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