ELECTRICAL SAFETY AWARNESS TRAINING

Protection Overcurrent Protection  Fuses and circuit breakers open/break the circuit automatically when too much current flows through them.  This is designed to protect the wiring/equipment from overheating and possible damage – NOT THE USER GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)  Used in wet and other high-risk areas.  Stops the flow of electricity when there is a difference between current leaving and returning from the outlet. Should be tested monthly  Push test button and then the reset button

12 Power Extension Cords and Power Strips  Extension Cords & Power Strips are for TEMPORARY use only!  They may not be run through doorways, ceilings or windows  Power Strips (Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors) FOR ELECTRONICS ONLY (Computer Equipment etc.) NOT FOR APPLIANCES (Refrigerator, Microwave Toaster, Coffee Pot, Water Cooler etc.)  Do not overload  The number of outlets on the power strip does not indicate how many devices can be connected

Properly Used Power Strip EXAMPLES OF A PROPERLY USED POWER STRIP  STRIP IS NOT OVERLOADED  ONLY COMPUTER (ELECTRICAL) EQUIPMENT IS ATTACHED TO STRIP  CORDS ARE KEPT NEAT  NO EXTENSION CORDS ARE ATTACHED TO POWER STRIP  POWER STRIP IS ATTACHED DIRECTLY TO WALL OUTLET-NO EXTENSION CORD IS USED

Improperly Used Power Strip EXAMPLES OF AN IMPROPERLY USED POWER STRIP  POWER STRIP IS OVERLOADED DUE TO MINI-FRIDGE, MICROWAVE, AND TWO-POT COFFEE MAKER ALL ON ONE POWER STRIP  APPLIANCES ARE CONNECTED TO A POWER STRIP (THEY SHOULD BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET)  POWER STRIP IS NOT CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE WALL OUTLET - AN EXTENSION CORD IS USED EXTENSION CORD IS USED WITH POWER STRIP

Damaged and Unapproved Devices Cord plug with ground prong missing Damaged TVSS rated power strip Adapter enables circuit overload Not Permitted:

Damaged and Unapproved Devices Not Permitted: Lamp extension cord, also damaged Power taps Adapter to change 3-prong plug to 2-prong eliminating ground

Responsibilities Entire system must be properly bonded and grounded to the earth  Facilities  Responsible for the system up to the wall outlet (all wiring and outlets)  User  Responsible for the condition of plug and cord of equipment  Inspect equipment to ensure plugs and cords are not damaged.  Do not break off third prong or use adaptors  No Prong = Not Grounded

13 Electrical Work  Electrical work is only to be performed by qualified individuals  Contact Facilities X4588 for ALL electrical work  Do not attempt to fix on your own  Attempting to repair equipment yourself may create a hazard

Conclusion  Know and follow safe work rules and practices  NO EXTENSION CORDS AS PERMANENT WIRING  POWER STRIPS ARE FOR ELECTRONICS ONLY

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