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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
AWARNESS TRAINING
Protection
Overcurrent Protection
Fuses and circuit breakers open/break the circuit automatically
when too much current flows through them.
This is designed to protect the wiring/equipment from
overheating and possible damage – NOT THE USER
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
Used in wet and other high-risk areas.
Stops the flow of electricity when there is
a difference between current leaving and
returning from the outlet.
• Should be tested monthly
Push test button and then the reset button
Power Extension Cords and Power
Strips
Extension Cords & Power Strips are for TEMPORARY use only!
They may not be run through doorways, ceilings or windows
Power Strips (Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors)
FOR ELECTRONICS ONLY (Computer Equipment etc.)
NOT FOR APPLIANCES (Refrigerator, Microwave Toaster,
Coffee Pot, Water Cooler etc.)
Do not overload
The number of outlets on the power
strip does not indicate how many
devices can be connected
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Properly Used Power Strip
EXAMPLES OF A PROPERLY
USED POWER STRIP
STRIP IS NOT OVERLOADED
ONLY COMPUTER
(ELECTRICAL) EQUIPMENT
IS ATTACHED TO STRIP
CORDS ARE KEPT NEAT
NO EXTENSION CORDS ARE
ATTACHED TO POWER
STRIP
POWER STRIP IS ATTACHED
DIRECTLY TO WALL
OUTLET-NO EXTENSION
CORD IS USED
Improperly Used Power Strip
EXTENSION
CORD IS USED
WITH POWER
STRIP
EXAMPLES OF AN IMPROPERLY
USED POWER STRIP
POWER STRIP IS OVERLOADED
DUE TO MINI-FRIDGE,
MICROWAVE, AND TWO-POT
COFFEE MAKER ALL ON ONE
POWER STRIP
APPLIANCES ARE CONNECTED
TO A POWER STRIP (THEY
SHOULD BE CONNECTED
DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET)
POWER STRIP IS NOT
CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE
WALL OUTLET - AN EXTENSION
CORD IS USED
Damaged and Unapproved Devices
Not Permitted:
Cord plug with ground prong missing
Damaged TVSS rated power strip
Adapter enables circuit overload
Damaged and Unapproved Devices
Not Permitted:
Lamp extension cord, also damaged
Power taps
Adapter to change 3-prong plug
to 2-prong eliminating ground
Responsibilities
Entire system must be properly bonded and grounded to
the earth
Facilities
Responsible for the system up to the wall outlet (all wiring and
outlets)
User
Responsible for the condition of plug and cord of equipment
Inspect equipment to ensure plugs and cords are not
damaged.
Do not break off third prong or use adaptors
No Prong = Not Grounded
Electrical Work
Electrical work is only to be performed by
qualified individuals
Contact Facilities X4588 for ALL electrical work
Do not attempt to fix on your own
Attempting to repair equipment
yourself may create a hazard
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Conclusion
Know and follow safe work rules and practices
NO EXTENSION CORDS AS PERMANENT
WIRING
POWER STRIPS ARE FOR ELECTRONICS
ONLY
Contact us at :
Website:
http://www.dallaselectricrepair.com/index.php
Phone : 214-329-4567
Fax : 214-324-0033
Address: Caddell Electric 3730
Dilido Rd, Ste
210 Dallas, Tx 75228.