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What is the primary function of a fuse in electrical apparatus?
What is the primary function of a fuse in electrical apparatus?
What is the most critical factor in determining the severity of electric shock?
What is the most critical factor in determining the severity of electric shock?
What is the first step in treating a person who has received an electric shock?
What is the first step in treating a person who has received an electric shock?
What is the primary precaution to take when handling electrical equipment?
What is the primary precaution to take when handling electrical equipment?
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What is the effect of a minor electric shock on the victim?
What is the effect of a minor electric shock on the victim?
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Why is alternating current more severe than direct current in causing electric shock?
Why is alternating current more severe than direct current in causing electric shock?
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What is the purpose of testing apparatus before use?
What is the purpose of testing apparatus before use?
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What should be done before investigating a fault in an electrical apparatus?
What should be done before investigating a fault in an electrical apparatus?
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What is a common precaution to prevent earth shock in a physiotherapy department?
What is a common precaution to prevent earth shock in a physiotherapy department?
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What is a risk when a person receiving treatment rests their hand on a water pipe?
What is a risk when a person receiving treatment rests their hand on a water pipe?
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What must the voltage be to feel a static shock?
What must the voltage be to feel a static shock?
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What is a purpose of ESD flooring?
What is a purpose of ESD flooring?
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What material is NOT generally used in creating ESD flooring?
What material is NOT generally used in creating ESD flooring?
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Why should a rubber mat be used under a patient's feet during treatment?
Why should a rubber mat be used under a patient's feet during treatment?
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What is the primary purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
What is the primary purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
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What are the immediate steps to take when a fuse blows?
What are the immediate steps to take when a fuse blows?
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Why should a person avoid forming a part of the earth connection in an electrical circuit?
Why should a person avoid forming a part of the earth connection in an electrical circuit?
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What causes a fuse to blow in an electrical circuit?
What causes a fuse to blow in an electrical circuit?
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In a three-wire connection, what can result in an earth shock?
In a three-wire connection, what can result in an earth shock?
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What factor is NOT a common cause of fuse blowing?
What factor is NOT a common cause of fuse blowing?
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What is the result of a thicker fuse wire in the circuit?
What is the result of a thicker fuse wire in the circuit?
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How can a person unintentionally create an earth connection?
How can a person unintentionally create an earth connection?
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