30 Questions
What is one of the aims of the course EEC572 Electrical Safety?
Understanding the dangers of electrical shock
Which topic is NOT included in the course contents of EEC572 Electrical Safety?
Electrical Circuit Troubleshooting
What is emphasized as 'job number one' for both employer and employee?
Safety in the workplace
What are students expected to recognize, evaluate, and control as part of the safety model in EEC572 Electrical Safety?
Electrical hazards
What is the credit hours for the course EEC572 Electrical Safety?
2
Why is it especially important for those who install and service electrical systems to prioritize safety in the workplace?
To prioritize the well-being of workers
What is the main message of the text?
The human factor contributes to every electrical accident.
Which organization compiles statistics and facts on electrical injuries?
US Department of Labor and National Safety Council
What is the main cause of non-fatal shock accidents according to the text?
Electrical shock
What is the leading cause of traumatic occupational fatalities?
Electrocutions
How many workplace accident deaths are caused by burn injuries?
60%
What is the estimated number of Arc-Flash incidents that occur every day in the US?
10
What is the total cost per electrical incident according to the text?
$15 million
What should workers do before working on energized circuits according to the text?
Seek permission from supervisors
What type of currents should circuit designers consider according to the text?
"Normal or average", "maximum continuous", "inrush or temporary surge"
What is the primary focus of EEC572 Electrical Safety?
Recognize, evaluate and control electrical hazards (safety model)
What is emphasized as 'job number one' for both employer and employee?
Safety in the workplace
How much weight does the First Midterm Examination carry as part of the assessment tools for EEC572 Electrical Safety?
30%
What should be the priority for those who install and service electrical systems?
Safety in the workplace
What is NOT included in the course contents of EEC572 Electrical Safety?
CPR Training
What is the leading cause of traumatic occupational fatalities according to the text?
Electrocution
What is the estimated number of Arc-Flash incidents that occur every day in the US?
20 incidents
What is emphasized as 'job number one' for both employer and employee according to the text?
Knowing the hazards of electricity
What should workers do before working on energized circuits according to the text?
Seek permission
What is the main cause of non-fatal shock accidents according to the text?
Inrush currents
What type of currents should circuit designers consider according to the text?
All of the above
What is the total cost per electrical incident according to the text?
$15 million
How many workplace accident deaths are caused by burn injuries?
>60%
Which organization compiles statistics and facts on electrical injuries?
National Safety Council
'Nothing can replace a worker or loved one that has died or suffered the irreparable consequences of an electrical accident.' According to the text, what is this statement intended to emphasize?
The severity of electrical accidents and their impact
Test your knowledge of electrical safety, codes, standards, hazards, and protective equipment with this quiz based on the course content by Prof. Dr. Mousa A. Abd-Allah. Assess your understanding of electrical injuries, safety regulations, and protective measures.
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