Question

c) What precautionary measures you will take in the following situations?

I. If you notice a spark in a switch.

II. Handling electrical appliances when not in use.

Switching off an electrical geyser after a bath.

IV. Unplugging a wire after the use of an electric iron.

V. Repairing a refrigerator.​

Answer 1

Answer:

(V) Repairing a refrigerator.

Answer 2

The following precautionary measures has to be taken :

1. A spark in a switch:

• Rubber shoes should be worn immediately before touching the switch.

• The main household switch (or MCB or FUSE) should be switched off.

• Insulated gloves (rubber gloves) have to be worn.

2. Handling electrical appliances when not in use:

• The wire of the appliance should not be attached to any socket.

• Insulator clothings (like rubber gloves/shoes) have to worn.

3. Switching off an electrical geyser after a bath:

• The hands should be dried using a towel before putting the hands on the switch.

4. Unplugging a wire after the use of an electric iron.

• The switch should be turned off and them the wire should be removed from socket.

• The iron will be hot, so should be careful while handling it.

5. Repairing a refrigerator:

• The current source to fridge should be switched off.

• Proper instruments and insulators should be used.

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