Effects of AC Current on Human Body and Insulation Faults Quiz

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What is one of the major consequences of insulation faults in electrical systems?

Economic impact due to production loss

Disturbance of sensitive equipment in low current systems

Automatic disconnection resulting in power unavailability (correct)

High temperatures leading to fires

How can insulation faults impact equipment and installations?

Tardiness (delay) and increased maintenance costs (correct)

Enhanced performance and efficiency

Instant damage causing immediate failure

Reduction in sensitivity to faults

In the context of insulation faults, what potential risks can occur if a faulted part is automatically disconnected?

Sudden absence of lighting (correct)

Higher risk of electrical fires

Damage to sensitive equipment in low current systems

Risk of economic loss due to decreased production

What is one of the hazards linked to insulation faults in electrical systems?

Risk of malfunction or damage to sensitive equipment Signup and view all the answers

How does insulation fault-related power unavailability affect safety equipment?

Places them at higher risk of failure Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of insulation faults on production facilities?

Economic loss due to disruptions and delays Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of insulation in an electrical system?

To prevent the flow of electricity between conductors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of insulation faults?

Low temperatures causing insulation freezing Signup and view all the answers

What are some hazards linked to insulation faults in an electrical system?

Risk of fire hazards Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a direct consequence of insufficient insulation resistance?

Increased risk of electric shock and fire hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to manage the electrical hazard posed by insulation faults?

Increasing insulation resistance Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT contribute to thermal ageing of insulators?

Climate conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary causes of insulation faults?

Direct contact with live conductors Signup and view all the answers

How can an electric shock occur due to an insulation fault?

By being in direct contact with live parts Signup and view all the answers

What is a hazard linked to insulation faults?

Risk of electric shock Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of becoming part of a circuit during an electric shock?

Becoming an energized conductor Signup and view all the answers

In the context of insulation faults, what are 'Dead Parts' referring to?

Metal Chassis of equipment Signup and view all the answers

What type of contact can lead to an electric shock risk according to the text?