Question

write down five precautionary measures you can take to ensure the safe use of electricity in the home?​

Answer 1

These are eight of the most dangerous electrical hazards that could arise in any home.

Poor Wiring and Defective Electric Wires. ...

Outlets Close to Water. ...

Wet Hands. ...

Pouring Water on Electrical Fires. ...

Inquisitive Young Children. ...

Extension Cords. ...

Lightbulbs. ...

Covered Electrical Cords and Wires.

Answer 2

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The five precautionary measures we can take to ensure the safe of electricity are as follows :

• Do not touch the bare part of an electrical wire.

• Make sure you were rubber slippers while handling or turning on and off electrical gadgets.

• Try not to use extension cords as much as possible.

• Keep your hands dry while handling electrical equipment because moisture increases conductivity and you may get shock.

• Do not use electrical socket at your home for conducting any experiments.

Electric shock :

• A condition when electricity of high voltage passes through the body of living organism.