Question

What precautions should be taken during the use of electricity?

Answer 1

The following precautions should be taken during the use of electricity.

(i) One must use wires of current carrying capacity higher than the total current which can flow through the circuit when using all appliance to avoid over heating of the circuit.

(ii) Fuse must be connected to the main meter box and to all the writing in the house and to each appliance, so as to prevent short-circuiting.

(iii) The insulation of the wires must be of good quality to avoid electric shocks.

(iv) Electrical appliances such as switch, socket, electric wire etc., should not be operated with wet hands and should always be kept in dry condition.