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You would find a live electric wire, with a neutral and usually also an earth wire, in any place where electricity is used. The wires are colour coded differently in different areas but in Europe live is brown, neutral is blue and earth is green/yellow.

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Why are the live wire and neutral wire never joined together?

An electrical circuit forms a loop. The "live" or hot wire supplies the voltage, which is returned on the neutral. If the hot wire and neutral wire were connected together without a load between them, the circuit would be short out and trip the circuit's protection device.


What would happen if the live and neutral wires were crossed in a 3 pin household plug?

If the live and neutral wires were crossed in a 3-pin household plug, it would result in the electrical circuit not functioning properly. This could lead to electrical devices not working or potentially creating a safety hazard due to improper functioning of the device or risk of electric shock if the casing becomes live. It is important to ensure the correct wiring for safety reasons.


What items of equipment should be used to test if the electrical circuit is live?

The most important piece of electrical safety equipment that is used in the electrical trade is a voltage detector. You never start or do anything to a circuit until the circuit is tested and confirmed de energized. Once the circuit is confirmed de energized pad lock it in the off position and keep the key on your person. Never ever take any ones word for it that the circuit is turned off. Get the meter out and confirm that the circuit is de energized for yourself.


Which is the safest position for the switch to turn an appliance on and off?

the safest position for a switch is on the live wire and not on the neutral wire


Is a brown electrical wire live?

In household wiring, brown insulation is typically used for live or hot wires. It is important to always verify with a voltage tester or consult a professional before working on any electrical wires to ensure safety.

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