Electrical Safety - Long Version

(16 min.) Electricity is essential to modern life, both at home and on the job. As a source of power, electricity is accepted without much thought to the hazards encountered. Perhaps because it has become such a familiar part of our surroundings, it often is not treated with the respect it deserves. To handle electricity safely, you need to understand how electricity acts, how it can be approached and the hazards it presents. You also need to know how these hazards can be controlled. Learn as much as you can and use this program as the beginning, not the end of your training in electrical safety.

Topics included in this safety video are: electrical fires, National Electrical Code, primary hazards of electricity including shock, burns, arc blasts, explosions, and fires, CPR, lightning, surge protectors, special wiring systems, grounding system, copper ground rod, extension cords, double insulation, electrical storms, basic electrical safety tips including Water and electricity, metal ladders, inspect electrical equipment, Test the circuit, power lines, grounding, electrical repairs, UL, extension cords rated at a lower capacity, octopus plugs, heating appliances, and fuses or circuit breakers.

Program comes with a CD-ROM of written materials, including test questions and answers. English title also includes PowerPoint presentation.