SAFETY TECHNOLOGY

Protect yourself and your family

Every year, electricity kills hundreds of people. To avoid these cases, you need to know and follow safety precautions.

Learn Safety!

How does an electric shock happen?

Electric current moves with ease through the human body.

70% of the human body consists of water. Water conducts electricity well. Thus, when touching a bare wire or a faulty device, electricity using the best conductor (human body) rushes to the ground. If you are standing on the ground, then the electricity through your body will go to the ground and this can turn into a tragedy.

When a 7.5-watt current passes through a person's chest, it can lead to death. However, this electric current may not kill a person but cause serious injuries: injuries, burns, internal bleeding, etc. A 100 watt lamp or a 1000 watt hairdryer can kill a person.

To protect against electrical current, a person must be aware of the effects of electric current on the body and measures of protection against it.

Power lines.

Hazard Overhead: High Voltage Power Lines

High-voltage power lines are not insulated and can be under a voltage of 500,000 Volts or more.

If you stand on the ground and touch a part of your body or an object in your hands on a power line, you can get a serious injury and instantly die.

Imagine that all lines are live

Sometimes we can meet a line that is disconnected (at first glance) from the network, for example, a trolleybus line. You should know that touching these lines is dangerous.

Underground lines can also be dangerous.

Even if the lines are underground, digging a cable can damage a shovel while digging the ground. It is very dangerous. Power parts of substations and transformers can also be dangerous.

 When keeping a distance from electrical lines and equipment, they can safely fulfill their mission.

Your electrical distribution board

Keep information about your electrical distribution panel.

The electrical switchboard is equipped with fuses and current interrupters. If a short circuit or overvoltage occurs, the power supply will turn off.

With the help of an electrical switchboard, you can turn off the power supply.

If you want to replace the fuse, work with wiring or during a fire or other situations, you can turn off the power supply to the main switch located in the panel.

In the absence of a switch, you can turn off the power by turning off all switches.

When you turn off the electricity in any area, check the absence of electricity with a voltmeter (you may have turned off the wrong area)

Problems that must be solved

Remember, frequent failure of the fuses indicates a problem. Therefore, in such cases, to identify and solve the problem, you need to call an electrical engineer. In no case, do not interfere in the meter yourself. It may cause an explosion, electric shock or fire.

Find out how electricity gets into your home and how to turn it on and off. Do not overload power lines.

Did you know…

Inside the fuse there is a thin wire. This wire with increasing voltage burns out. This is called a blown fuse. An interrupting electrical switch is also used to protect circuits against overload and short circuit.

Grounding

Grounding system - can prevent severe electric shock. This system was created in 1961 and is a high-speed protection. At occurrence of the slightest malfunction in the circuit, the system immediately disconnects the power supply.

Where is grounding installed?

-In modern apartments, grounding is installed in the kitchen, garages and basements.

- In older apartments, an electrician can install grounding in old outlets.

- Along with this, portable grounding can be used.

A grounded plug can keep your home safe

Some switches install a special wire for grounding. When voltage is applied to the body of the electrical device, the voltage will pass not through the person, but through this wire. Never replace and loosen the plug yourself.

The grounding system safely removes electricity.

Fires caused by electricity

Beware of electrical wires and incandescent bulbs

A heating  incandescent bulb can go up to 300 and this is a frequent cause of fire.

Problems caused by fire or electric shock solve it immediately!

Do not wait for the origin of the accident. If you notice the following situations, immediately call a qualified electrician engineer:

• Fuse or switch too often fails
• Showing when touching the appliance
• Change the color of the outlet
• With the appearance of the smell of burning cords or electrical appliances;
• Clicking sounds from sockets                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
• Spark
• 

Electrical appliances may burn

Keep flammable objects away from incandescent bulbs, heaters, and other electrical appliances. When leaving the apartment, do not forget to turn off electric stoves and heaters.

To avoid electrical shock, handle electrical appliances and electrical lines with care.

Electrical devices

When using electrical appliances, observe safety regulations.

When cleaning electrical appliances, unplug them. Never stick metal objects into power sockets - you may be shocked. Excessively heating appliances disconnect from the network and show the master.

Handle with electrical appliance cords.

• When pulling out, always pull the plug and not the cord.

• Do not carry electrical equipment by holding the cord.

• Do not place cords under furniture and carpet.

• Do not use electrical appliances with damaged insulation.

• Keep electrical devices away from children.

Handle electric heaters carefully.

To protect against fire, keep electrical equipment away from paper, curtains, bedspreads, and other flammable objects. Also keep heaters away from water. Never leave electric heaters unattended or near children.

Ensure heaters are in good condition before use.

Electricity and water

 Water provides good electrical conductivity from damaged appliances and wires. Wet skin has less electrical resistance. Pay attention to the following recommendations:

Protect household electrical appliances from water and moisture. Never use the radio or other appliances in the bathroom, even if the appliances are battery powered ..

If your hand is wet, do not touch the wires or switches.

Grounding system

In the presence of moisture, for protection against electric shock, an important condition is the presence of a grounding system. In the absence of grounding, it is recommended to use portable grounding. Some new devices already have a grounding connector.

Keep electrical appliances away from wet hands and water.

Safety at work

Make it a habit to work safely.

If there are problems in the power supply, inform the management and try to fix the problem as soon as possible.

Watch out for dangerous cuts.

Perhaps the process of cleaning, checking the place of work, equipment, wires, etc. will take you time, but preventive measures can prevent the occurrence of emergency situations. When using new equipment, read the instruction manual.

Use protective equipment

If you use electrical appliances, protective clothing can protect you from electric shock and fire. Keep shoes, gloves and other equipment in proper condition. Because the slightest damage reduces the insulation characteristics of protective gear. Use electrical tape, protective screens and other non-conductive materials.

Fire Prevention at Work

Electricity fires

Fires mainly occur due to excessive overheating of the wires and overload of power lines. If overheating is excessive, the insulation of the wires begins to melt or, even worse, break out. On the other hand, due to the motors of overloaded electrical appliances, flammable liquids or materials nearby may ignite.

Ignition timing plan

1. Keep electrical tools and appliances clean. Repair them if necessary.

2. When using an extension cord (carry), fully unwrap the cord. Make sure that the power of the extension cord and the power of the load. DO NOT use sparkling, warming electrical appliances. If you suspect, check the appliance and repair it if possible.

3. Do not leave pieces of paper and wood on the floor. Keep electrical devices away from flammable gases, liquids and materials.

Be prepared for danger

Plan your steps during a fire in advance. Be aware of the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exit, and the evacuation plan. Also, meet the fire fighting personnel of your company.

Avoid excessive overheating of electrical appliances and wires in your workplace and always be prepared to fight a fire.

Did you know?

Never use water to extinguish fires due to electricity, it can lead to the expansion of fire and electric shock.

The safety of your family.

Teach children not to play with electrical appliances. Keep children away from electrical outlets. Notify children of safety regulations when handling electricity.

Introduce the children to the rules described below:

• Keep kites and balloons away from overhead power lines.

• When tangling your toy into a power line, help is better for adults.

• Climb only trees that are far away from power lines.

Do not stand close to electrical equipment.

 Teach children how to handle power lines, transformers, and substations. Knowledge of signs like “Danger: High Voltage”