36 Unit 6: Unit Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to

1. Identify the 5 main hazards associated with working around electricity

2. Define electrical fundamentals

3. Identify the causes of electrical shock

4. Recognize the amount of current required to cause shock and the severity factors

5. Identify the approach boundaries when working with live electrical equipment

6. Assess wire gage and how it affects the amount of electricity a wire can carry

7. Classify arc flash and blast

8. Recognize safe battery handling
9. Recognize safe multimeter usage