1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY AWARNESS TRAINING

2. 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
The basic idea of an over current (think of overcurrent as current out of control) protection device is to create a weak link in the system that will stop the flow of electricity before the overcurrent can cause any other damage.
Overcurrent protection devices should always be placed on the hot leg and sized appropriately. Improper sizing can cause wiring or equipment to be damaged before the protection device has a chance to do its job.
These devices may not and are not intended to protect people; they protect equipment.

3. 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
Power extension cords and power strips (also known as power taps) are a means to deliver electricity from a power source to a tool or device located where the power source is not.
Sometimes the use of such power delivery devices presents overloading factors.
The possible consequences of using a power strip should be considered beforehand.
Some concerns include
Damaged or faulty devices posing fire and shock hazards
Tripping hazards
Rules to follow:
Extension cords are authorized only for temporary use (to do the job at hand, not to remain as a power source for an extended amount of time (days, weeks).
Extension cords may not be run through doorways, windows, ceilings, etc. whereby they may be damaged and/or pose tripping hazard
Extension cords may not be smaller in diameter then the tool power cords to which they are connected
Power strips are authorized only for temporary use, if they are to be used as extension cords
Power strips designated as TVSS may be used for longer periods of time for electronic devices only (computers and components, adding machines, clocks, radios) but should not be overloaded or doubled-up
Power strips and extension cords may not be used for appliances (refrigerators, microwaves, coffee pots, portable heaters)
All devices and cords must be UL or comparably approved and in good working condition without any signs of damage 12

4. 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

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