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Do not use metal ladders when working near live electrical circuits.

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A(n) ____________________ circuit is one that is being supplied with electrical energy.

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What is the purpose of a ground wire?

Discharge all capacitors with a(n) ____________________ ohm, four-watt resistor before touching the terminals.

What is the purpose of a GFCI?

When working with electricity, always wear shoes with a(n) ____________________ sole and heel.

What are the two most common methods of circuit protection in structures?

What is the purpose of the National Electric Code ?

A current flow through the body of ____________________ ampere or less can be fatal.

The electrical energy supplied to an electrical circuit is called ____________________, and it is measured in volts.

When a person is assisting an electrical shock victim, what is the first concern?

A(n) ____________________ is a device that permits the connection of a three-prong plug to a two-prong receptacle.

In a case of ventricular fibrillation, unless the heart is returned to normal quickly, the person will usually ____________________.

Explain why circuit lockout is used.

When electricity flows near or through the heart for only a short period of time, it can cause ____________________ of the heart, in which the heart only flutters instead of beats.

Electrical shock occurs when a person becomes part of an electrical circuit.

When assisting a person who is in contact with an electrical source, it is generally safe to touch him or her.

Wearing rings, watches, or other jewelry when working in close proximity to live electrical circuits is generally considered a safe practice.

When electricity passes through the body, the results can range from death to a slight, uncomfortable stinging sensation, depending upon the amount of electricity that passes through the body, the path the electricity takes, and the amount of time that the electricity flows.

One of the most important tasks that a service technician must learn is how to safely work around equipment when the power is being supplied to the equipment.