Appliances
Home Electricity
Shocking Isn't it?
Circuits & Outlets
Prevention/Stats
100

What should you do before cleaning an appliance? a.) wash your hands b.) unplug the appliance c.) eat food d.) nothing, just go for it

b.) unplug the appliance

100
1/3 of all home fires begin in which room of the house?
Kitchen
100
True or False: Use of electrical tape is adequate for repairing a damaged extension cord?
False...electrical tape will melt
100

What is the first thing you should do before working on any electrical circuit?

Turn off the power (circuit breaker)

100

What is the maximum length of extension that should be used? (feet)

100 feet

200

Which appliance causes 3,600 home fires each year? a.) coffee maker b.) air fryer c.) toaster d.) blender

Toasters

200
Home electrical problems account for approximately how many fires each year? A. 30,000 B. 50,000 C. 80,000
B. 50,000
200
If a friend receives a severe electric shock from an electrical appliance in your home, what should your first response be? a. Grab the appliance and throw it aside so that you can tend to your friend. b. Run to the circuit breaker and turn off the main switch.
B: The safest thing to do is remove the source of electricity by turning off the main switch of the circuit breaker. Touching your friend is not a good idea because he or she may conduct electricity into your body and then you will both be shocked. Using a broomstick isn’t the best idea either because if the wood is wet or dirty, it may also conduct electricity into your body.
200
What is the device that protect circuits from overloading and are found in a breaker box?

Circuit Breakers

200

If an electrical fire starts, you should never try to put it out with this

water

300
What is the proper way to unplug your electrical appliances from a power strip? a. Simply pull the cord until it comes out. b. Put your foot on the power strip to hold it steady while you pull the cord loose. c. Use your hand to remove the plug, being careful not to pull on the cord.
C: Pulling on the cord can cause damage to the wires inside, which could ultimately result in an electrical shock after much misuse. Always disconnect appliances from the power source by grasping and removing the plug.
300

What is the cause for most home electrical fires? a.) aged wiring b.) improper use of item c.) plugging in items near water

a.) Aged Wiring

300
What is the most common electric shock-related injury? a. High fever b. Blacking out c. Electrical burns
C: The flow of an electric current through a person’s body generates heat. If the current is large enough, the heat will cause an electrical burn, which can lead to serious tissue damage and other internal injuries. If you ever incur an electrical burn, seek immediate medical attention.
300

How often are you supposed to test GFCI's (outlet required for bathroom, kitchens, etc.) a.) daily b.) weekly c.)bi-weekly d.) monthly

Monthly (and after every electrical storm)

300

If you hear a buzzing sound or smell burning near an outlet, you should do what?

unplug the device and stop using the outlet

400
Name two incorrect ways to use extension cords in the home.
- Running under carpets/furniture - Connecting multiple cords - Using damaged cords - Stapling/nailing cords - Using them permanently - Using indoor/outdoor cords at the wrong time - Watt limitations - Using in high traffic areas (trips & falls)
400

What is one sign you have old electrical wiring?

Frequent trips in circuit breakers Fuses need replaced often Dim or Flickering lights Sparks Buzzing sounds Overheated wires Electrical shocks Damaged wires

400
True or false: Low voltage = Low hazard a. True b. False
B: The longer a person is exposed to an electrical shock, the more dangerous the situation becomes. A low-voltage electrocution for a mere 3 seconds can do the same amount of damage as a high-voltage electrocution does in 0.03 seconds. Either way, our bodies are damaged by electric voltage — high or low — so please be careful.
400
2,400 children (7/day) receive emergency room treatment every year caused by inserting objects into electrical receptacles. What percentage of these cases are under adult supervision? a. 30% b. 50% c. 70%
c. 70%
400
Electrical caused fires cause how many deaths per year? a. 300 b. 500 c. 750
C. 750
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