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ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab

ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab. C. Poole, REAG. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab

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  1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab C. Poole, REAG

  2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab “Electricity is invisible. It cannot be seen, heard, tasted, or smelled. Like a snake hiding in the grass, electricity will strike if you don’t follow safe work practices as well as using and maintaining safe equipment.” Ed Mendenhall Safety & Health Jan 2001

  3. 3.10 ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab Because of the inherent hazards of working with electricity, the following procedures are provided to help identify safe work practices:

  4. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab • electrical service cords should be in good condition • remove remove from service any equipment with frayed cords or exposed wires • all electrical equipment must be grounded, use 3-pronged plugs

  5. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab • use a single plug for each electrical connection • multiple plugs for additional connections should be avoided • do not overload circuits

  6. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab • electrical equipment such as mixers or hot plates, should not be used near flammable solvents unless they are explosion proof • never bypass any safety device on a piece of electrical equipment • all electrical repairs should be made by qualified personnel

  7. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab • Water can turn anything into an electrical conductor - don’t stand in water or have water on your hands when using electrical equipment. • In case of an electrical fire, don’t touch the burning object (duh!) or douse it with water. Turn off power if possible. If it’s small, extinguish it with a fire extinguisher. • Never use temporary wiring.

  8. ELECTRICAL SAFETY in the Lab • 1. Electricity takes the path of least resistance. • 2. Electricity wants to go to ground. • 3.If an electrical appliance or tool falls into water, it will short out. • 4. It takes high voltage to kill. • 5. Double-insulated power tools can be used in wet and damp locations. 5 Electrical Myths You Need to Know

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