Electrical Hazards and Safety Measures

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Electrical Hazards and Safety Measures
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Electric shock is a general term used for the
excitation and disturbance of nerves and muscles
caused by passage of electric current.

• Higher the amount more is the severity. The
  effects related to current are-
• Upto 1 mA - No sensation
• gt 5 mA - Experiences of shock
• gt10 mA - Local muscular contract
• gt 50 mA - Body cannot be released.
• gt 50 mA to 80 mA - Pumping of heart stops.

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CAUSES OF ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS

• Violation of Shutdown Procedure
• Lack of Skill / Authority
• Only trained authorized electrician
• should work in the live installations.

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• Poor Insulation
• Insulation is the barrier between the current
  flow and the operator. It is important to have a
  strong insulated wiring to your home

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• Improper Earthing
• Earthing of machines as per Electricity Act /
  Rules (All motors above 400 V to be earthed with
  two separate and distinct earthing).

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• Inadequate Guarding
• Defective Tools
• Wrong Assumption
• All the tools tackles to be maintained.
  Periodic checking of insulation is essential.

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