36 Section 1 Fundamentals Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 3. Which of the following statements about personal protective equipment (PPE) is false? A. Wearing PPE during an arc can help prevent burns to the skin and eyes. B. PPE includes clothing and equipment. C. Earplugs are not considered PPE and are unnecessary. D. PPE ratings are determined by the specifi c tasks of a given project and the general work environment. 4. True or False? An aluminum ladder should not be used when working around electrical wiring. 5. True or False? Blockout procedure is another name for lockout procedure. 6. To aid a victim of electrical shock, which of the following should you not do? A. Quickly grasp and drag the victim away from the current-carrying material. B. Shut off the power. C. Call for help. D. If the shutoff switch is too far away, use a wooden stick to remove victim from current-carrying equipment. 7. The worst reaction to an improper installation is to _____. A. warn others in the area of the danger B. notify your supervisor C. ignore it D. notify your instructor Apply and Analyze 1. List eight safety rules an electrician should observe when working with electrical equipment and tools. 2. What is PPE? 3. What does CPR stand for? 4. What types of fumes are hazardous on a job site? 5. When is it acceptable to ignore a hazard? Critical Thinking 1. According to OSHA, what are the most frequent causes of electrical injuries? 2. Create a list of safety precautions you would take when working with electricity while on a ladder.