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because if the devices touch the water then it can ruin the electronic and it can shock you.
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Building codes require that all electrical receptacles near plumbing or water have surge protection devices safety covers for child protection ground fault circuit interrupters or all of these?
Yes, building codes require that all electrical receptacles near plumbing or water have surge protection devices safety covers for child protection. For more information on dads.state.tx.us/Handbooks/nfr-lmc/D/index.htm
What might occur if electrical appliances are used near water?
you will DIE
Why should electrical appliances not be used near water?
Because it can kill you.
What are 3 conductors you shouldn't have near an electrical circuit?
# Your body # Water # Earth (ground)
Can water be used to extinguish a fire with an energized electrical source attached?
No. Although water can smother and cool the fire, using water near an energized electrical source can be very dangerous. This is because water is a very good conductor of electricity. The electrical current can travel up the water path and shock or electrocute the person using the water. In addition, the water on the ground and equipment will also become energized, potentially shocking or electrocuting anyone entering it. It only takes 60 volts to kill a person so water should be used carefully near any electrical source more than 24 volts.
Hair dryers should not be used near water why?
Because it is dangerous. It might shock you because electricity isn't surpose to touch water hot or cold.
What happens when an insulator gets wet?
It will get electrified. If you touch it, you will be electrocuted. Electricity travels well in water. Don't ever touch water with an electrical cable near.
How do barracudas hunt?
they use electrical impulses in there brain to locate any near bye water disturbance. it swins low near the sea bed so it is harder to see.
Is planting an Aspen Tree by a pool a good idea?
It is not a good idea to plant any deciuous tree near a pool as the leaves foul the water when they drop.
What things should not be taken near computer?
I dont think that leaving water, or small children near a computer is a good idea.
How Changed battery still nothing not even a click 2001 infiniti qx4 need help?
First things first, is there any electrical security devices installed on thie vehicle? (where you have to plug a chip in under the dash, wave a module near the ignition, push an unlock button on a remote, etc...) First things first, is there any electrical security devices installed on thie vehicle? (where you have to plug a chip in under the dash, wave a module near the ignition, push an unlock button on a remote, etc...)
Is it dangerous to use electric heater in room with oxygen?
No, that is perfectly fine as it is an electric heater, However if you had water near the electrical appliance, that would be dangerous.
