Electrical Safety During Welding

What is the role of the ground in an electrical circuit during welding?

• To increase voltage

• To complete the circuit

• To reduce current

• To enhance brightness.

Fill in the blank: During welding, it is important to wear _______ to protect your feet.

• Rubber shoes

• Gloves

• Welding mask

• Earplug

When welding, it is important to connect the work or metal to a suitable ________.

• Electrical ground

• Power source

• Metal rod

• Insulator

What should be avoided to ensure electrical safety during welding?

• Standing on dry surfaces

• Using moist hands

• Wearing dry clothing

• Using insulated tools

Fill in the blank: Avoid close touch with welding equipment and ______ components.

• Dead

• Live

• Neutral

• Grounded

Fill in the blank: If the victim's heart has stopped, perform ________ ).

• artificial respiration

• CPR

• first aid

• defibrillation

Which tool is used to connect the work cable to the workpiece?

• Hammer

• Ground clamp

• Screwdriver

• Pliers

Which of the following is NOT a step to take if an electric shock occurs?

• A) Call for medical treatment

• B) Provide artificial respiration

• C) Touch a live wire

• D) Move the wire away

What is the purpose of the ground clamp?

• To cut wires

• To connect the work cable to the workpiece

• To insulate the wire

• To provide power.

Fill in the blank: Never ________ a live wire during an electric shock incident.

• cut

• touch

• move

• ignore