Electrical Safety - JSS1 Basic technology Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the primary focus of this week?
Repairing electrical appliances
Identifying electrical harzards
Prioritising safety when working with electricity
Maximising electrical output
What is a recommended safety precaution when working with electricity?
Using damaged electrical cords
Overloading circuits intentionally
Turning off the power source
Ignoring ground fault interrupters (GFCIs)
Why is it important to regularly inspect electrical appliances?
To intentionally damage them
To ensure they are always in use
To identify and replace damaged components
To increase the risk of electrical harzards
What is the purpose of using insulated tools and equipment when working with electricity?
To increase the risk of electric shock
To decrease productivity
To avoid electric shock
To damage electrical components intentionally
What is the primary reason for using ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs)?
To increase electrical harzards
To decrease electrical safety
To maximise electrical output
To prevent electrical harzards
What is a recommended practice for handling electrical cords?
Keeping them away from heat sources and water
Intentionally damaging them
Placing them near sharp objects
Ignoring damaged cords
Why is it important to use appliances according to manufacturer instructions?
To maximise misuse and modifications
To ensure proper usage and avoid electrical harzards
To intentionally damage appliances
To increase the risk of accidents
What is the primary benefit of promoting a safety culture in electrical work?
To increase accidents
To decrease productivity
To foster a safe and productive work environment
To maximise risks
What is the primary focus when handling electrical appliances and devices safely?
Ignoring safety precautions
Following manufacturer instructions
Intentionally damaging cords
Overloading circuits
What is the primary purpose of regular inspection of electrical appliances?
To increase the risk of electrical harzards
To decrease productivity
To identify and replace damaged components
To ignore safety concerns