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Water can conduct electricity ( if it is an electrolyte, as most tap water is) so you shouldn't touch electrical appliances with wet hands, or put them near water in case the water completes a circuit from the appliance, resulting in a live circuit.
if you touch a live circuit that could result in electrocution.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoAny appliance which is properly connected to the electrical circuit can be used with wet hands.
Wet hands will however decrease the resistance between you and a defective appliance and may increase the damage caused by a resultant electric shock.
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∙ 10y agoWater conducts electricity, and thus can produce shock. This is dangerous because you can electrical yourself and this can prove to be fatal. Always dry your hands!
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∙ 12y agobecause water is a good conductor
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becausew it might shocked u and lead to death
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Is it safe to touch electrical components inside appliances that are switched off?
Wires and components can still hold a charge. Or, if defective, a component may give an electrical shock. Therefore, it is always best to unplug the appliance first and make sure your hands are dry.
How do you avoid touching electric appliances with wet hands?
Dry your hands. Even then do not touch any electric appliance except on the provided handles and control knobs and switches.
What should you never touch with wet hands?
Your right elbow.
Why are we advised not to touch life electrical appliances with wet hands?
Tap water and generally water (except specially proccessed water) can transmit electric current when the voltage is high enough. And the mains voltage (110 V for USA, 230 V for Europe) is more than high enough.
How can you touch your nipples?
with your hands
What will happen if we handle electric equipments with wet hands?
Water is a good conductor of electricity. A person with wet hands touching electrical appliances get a shock.So it is dangerous to touch an electric appliance with wet hands.
Why do you say that you should not touch electrical appliances with wet hand?
You will get an electric shock and trust me it is not a nice experience!
Why is water use to generate electricity but give shock when you touch any appliances with wet hand?
Water is a cheap source of generating Electrical Energy, But touching any electrical appliance with a wet hands is very dangerous because water is a very good conductor. so yo may have shock if you touch.
Is it safe to touch electrical components inside appliances that are switched off?
Wires and components can still hold a charge. Or, if defective, a component may give an electrical shock. Therefore, it is always best to unplug the appliance first and make sure your hands are dry.
Benefits and dangers of electrical energy?
if you touch an electrical appliance with wet hands while its on it can blow
How do you keep yourself safe while using electrical appliances?
You should not leave any wire naked. You should not use low-quality and damaged wires. Don't touch any wire or socket board with wet hands/body. Don't use electrical appliances, such as hair dryers, radios, CD players, etc., near the tub or shower while bathing. Get them serviced on yearly basis. When the electric current is non-consistent,you should switch them off as they can burn/spread gases etc into the atmosphere.
Why should you not touch electricals appliances in use with wet hands?
If there's something wrong with the appliance its casing might carry a voltage, and as wet hands offers less resistance to elctricity it increases your risk of getting electrocuted.
How do you avoid touching electric appliances with wet hands?
Dry your hands. Even then do not touch any electric appliance except on the provided handles and control knobs and switches.
What are the safety measures against electric shock?
· Never touch the live electrical wires · Never touch electrical plugs with wet hands · Use dry or rubber soled Sholes while repairing the electrical works · Never touch the live and naked wires
What are the safety measures in using electricity?
Electrical installations should be inspected, tested and maintained regularly to ensure safety.Don't try to repair or install electrical wirings or appliances yourself unless you are a registered electrical worker.Don't use adaptors, plugs or extension units that do not comply with regulations.Avoid poor contacts when using plugs, adaptors or extension units and watch out for signs of overheating.Don't overload adaptors and socket outlets.Don't touch electrical appliances, sockets or switches with wet hands.Socket outlets installed inside bathrooms must comply with Electricity (Wiring) Regulations.Fixed electrical appliances should be installed by registered electrical contractor. Don't use electrical appliance with an exposed conductive part which is not earthed.Don't use defective appliances.Don't place the flexible cord of electrical appliances close to any hot object.Allow sufficient space for ventilation to prevent electrical appliances from overheating.Try to switch off electrical appliances especially those high current demand ones before leaving your premises.Unplug appliances if they will be idle for a certain period of time.If appliances operate abnormally or if there are signs of overheating, stop using, switch off power and arrange for inspection and repairs by qualified persons.
Why should we not touch the electrical appliance connected in a circuit with wet hands?
We will provide the electrical circuit with a pathway through our body to the ground. The shock could be large enough to kill us, or disrupt the rhythm of our heart beats.
Why should you not touch switches with wet hands?
shock
