Electrical Safety Quiz

In the event of an electrical fire, you should:

• Use water to extinguish the fire

• Unplug the equipment and use a Class C fire extinguisher

• Cover the fire with a blanket

• Leave the area and let the fire burn out

When working in an electronics lab, why should you avoid wearing metal jewelry such as rings, bracelets, or watches?

• It could interfere with the circuit measurements

• It can cause electrical shorts and increase the risk of burns or electric shock

• It may get dirty or damaged during the experiment

• It distracts other students

If you accidentally receive an electric shock, what should you do first?

• Continue working and ignore it

• Report the incident to your instructor immediately

• Shake it off and take a short break

• Turn off the lights and leave the lab

When should you disconnect power before working on a circuit?

• Only if the circuit is malfunctioning

• Before making any changes or adjustments to the circuit

• After finishing the experiment

• Only if instructed by the teacher

Which of the following actions is the safest way to handle a capacitor in a circuit?

• Discharge it before touching it

• Handle it with bare hands

• Use a metal tool to remove it

• Ignore it and proceed with the work

What should you do before touching a capacitor?

• Assume it’s discharged and handle it normally

• Discharge it with a resistor before touching it

• Short the terminals with a metal object to discharge it

• Ignore it, as capacitors are not dangerous

Why is it important to keep the lab area clean and organized during an experiment?

• It makes the lab look nicer

• It reduces the risk of accidents and equipment damage

• It impresses the instructor

• It helps you finish the experiment faster

Why is it dangerous to use electrical devices near water?

• Water can make devices operate faster

• Water is a good conductor of electricity

• Water can cause devices to overheat

• Water blocks the flow of electricity

What should you do if you see a frayed electrical cord?

• Touch it to see if it's live

• Continue using the appliance

• Unplug it and inform an adult

• Wrap it with tape yourself

Why should water and electricity never be mixed?

• It can cause a power outage

• It can make the water hot

• It can lead to an electric shock

• It can make the electricity stronger