Static Electricity and Its Dangers

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What is a common means of producing a static charge as mentioned in the text?

Removing items of clothing

What is the requirement for combustion to occur?

Fuel vapors, air (oxygen), and an ignition source

How can protection against static charge buildup be obtained?

By dissipating static charges through proper connections to the ground or effective bonding

What can cause the ignition of fuel vapors according to the text?

A spark or flame

What are stray currents as defined in the text?

Electrical currents flowing through paths other than their intended circuits

What effect does humidity have on the electrostatic hazard of clothing materials?

Increases the electrostatic hazard

Why is it advised to not remove any garment while in the refueling area?

To prevent excessive static charge buildup

How do insulated footwear affect the dissipation of static charges to the ground?

Prevents dissipation of static charges

Why should personnel avoid touching connector pins or jacks when handling avionics Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)?

Avoid direct contact with sensitive electronic components

What is the preferred contact/equalization point personnel should touch before handling LRUs?

Inside the applicable avionics bay

Learn about how static electricity is generated, its potential dangers as an ignition source for fires, and methods to protect against static charge buildup. Explore common scenarios where static charge is produced and how it can be dissipated or grounded.

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