OSHA-10: Electrocution Hazards Quiz

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Why may people overlook the hazards of electricity?

Because it is such a familiar part of our daily lives.

In 2017, there were over ______________ electrical related violations cited by OSHA in the workplace.

4,600

What three things must be present for a current to flow through a conductor?

A source of electrical current to flow 2. Something to transport the electrical current -- A conductor 3. Something that causes current to flow through the conductor

Can a person become part of a circuit?

True Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym BE SAFE stand for?

Burns, Electrocution, Shock, Arc flash, Fire, Explosions Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common electrical shock related injury?

Burns Signup and view all the answers

What are electrical burns?

Electrical burns are among the most serious burns and require immediate medical attention. They occur when electric current flows through tissues or bone, generating heat and causing damage. Signup and view all the answers

What are arc or flash burns?

Arc or flash burns result from high temperatures caused by an electric arc or explosion near the body. Signup and view all the answers

What are thermal contact burns?

Thermal contact burns are caused when the skin touches hot surfaces of overheated electric conductors, conduits, or other energized equipment. Signup and view all the answers

People who encounter high voltage power lines can be injured and may die due to____________________.

electrocution Signup and view all the answers

What electrical equipment must be constructed or installed to minimize workplace electrical danger?

Lighting, equipment, motors, machines, appliances, switches, controls, and enclosures. Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to ensure that lighting, equipment, motors, machines, appliances, switches, controls, and enclosures are constructed and installed to minimize electrical dangers?

Employer Signup and view all the answers

What are some protections against electrical hazards?

Don't overload circuits, Check switches and insulation, Never use a three-prong grounding plug with the third prong broken off, Remove cords from receptacles on the plugs, not the cords, Use extension cords properly. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) designed to do?

Protect people from severe and sometimes fatal electrocution by monitoring for electrical leakage to ground and interrupting the flow of electric current. Signup and view all the answers

In a case where electrical current leakage from the circuit occurs, what are the three things the GFCI would do?

<ol> <li>Sense the current leakage 2. Trip the circuit 3. Cut off the electricity.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does lockout/tagout electrical equipment mean?

Locks the device or power source and prevents anyone from turning on the hazardous power sources while someone is performing maintenance or servicing work. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of a lockout/tagout?

Requires workers to place a tag on the locked device indicating that it should not be turned on. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before an electrician works on any equipment?

Electrical circuits must be locked out/tagged out. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are electrical hazards? (Select all that apply)

Explosions Signup and view all the answers

A worker standing on a freshly mopped floor is adjusting products on a metal shelf with which there is a bare wire in contact. Which hazard is present?

Contacting energized sources Signup and view all the answers

Which of these does OSHA require employers to construct and install to minimize electrocution hazards? (Select all that apply)

Controls on equipment and machinery in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Understanding of Electrical Hazards

Familiarity with electricity can lead to overlooking its hazards.
In 2017, OSHA cited over 4,600 electrical-related violations in workplaces.

Requirements for Electrical Current Flow

A current requires three components: a source of electrical current, a conductor, and a cause for current flow.

Effects and Types of Electrical Burns

Burns are the most common injury from electrical shock.
Electrical burns are serious and need immediate medical attention, resulting from current generating heat.
Arc or flash burns are caused by high temperatures from electric arcs, like lightning, and can melt metal.
Thermal contact burns result from contact with overheated surfaces or equipment.

Dangers of High Voltage Power Lines

Contact with high voltage lines can result in electrocution, which is often fatal.

Workplace Safety Equipment and Responsibilities

Employers must ensure the safe construction and installation of electrical equipment including lighting, switches, and controls.
Protection against electrical hazards includes avoiding circuit overloads, inspecting switches, and using extension cords correctly.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

GFCIs are designed to prevent electrocution by monitoring electrical leakage and interrupting current flow if leakage exceeds 5 mA.
They sense current leaks, trip the circuit, and cut off electricity.

Lockout/Tagout Procedures

Lockout/tagout procedures prevent accidental activation of electrical equipment during maintenance.
Workers must place a tag on locked devices to indicate they should not be energized.

Identifying Electrical Hazards

Electrical hazards include shock, explosions, burns, fire, arc flash, and electrocution.
Situations involving hazards, like standing on wet floors while adjusting frayed wiring, necessitate caution.

Employer Responsibilities Under OSHA Regulations

Employers are required to provide and maintain effective electrical safety measures, including proper lighting, controls, and appliances in the workplace.

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Test your knowledge on electric hazards and OSHA regulations with this quiz. Learn about why electrical dangers are often overlooked and important statistics related to electrical violations in the workplace. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of workplace safety.