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Electrical Safety

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Robert M. Rioux & Suprita Jharimune, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

Among the many hazards present in the laboratory, electrical hazards are one of the most common we must be cognizant of since most of the laboratory equipment we use requires electricity for operation. Impr...

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Safe handling of electrical equipment is as important as the handling of chemical materials, however, the hazardous nature of electrical devices is often overlooked.

Improper operation of electrically-powered devices may potentially lead to injury or death by electric shock. Additionally, electrical sparks in the laboratory may lead to fir...

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Electrical SafetyElectrical ShockElectrical FireElectrical EquipmentPower Cord InspectionEmergency Shut OffCircuit BreakerSurge ProtectorFire ExtinguisherElectrical Hazard Prevention

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