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This course covers the following information:
Electrical Safety in the Laboratory: How Electricity Works
- The terminology that is used when discussing electricity.
- How much electricity an electrical line can safely carry.
- How circuit-breakers work to help keep you safe.
Electrical Safety: Grounding
- How “grounding” electricity keeps you safe from shocks and electrocution.
- How Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) work.
Electrical Safety in the Laboratory: Safe Work Practices
- The importance of inspecting your electrical equipment and its wiring before you use it.
- Why it is recommended that extension cords not be used in laboratories.
Electrical Safety in the Laboratory: Electrical Equipment and Flammables
- How to choose the correct electrical equipment for working around flammable materials.
- Where flammables are used within your laboratory.
- How using double-insulated machinery makes working with electricity safer.
Electrical Safety in the Laboratory: Dealing with Electrical Emergencies
- What to do if a coworker is involved in an electrical accident in your laboratory.
- The steps involved in handling a fire emergency.