Donald S. Bloswick and Peter M. Budnick. “An Introduction to Electrical Safety for Engineers - NIOSH Instructional Module.” Springfield, VA: National Technical Information Service [PB94-156999], 1993.
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This module’s objective is to acquaint engineering faculty and students with occupational safety and health concerns with respect to electrical systems. Sample quiz questions are included for each section, and NIOSH Alerts are found in the appendix. Unit topics include:
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An introduction to safety and some basic electrical engineering concepts |
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Electric shock hazards and controls, and inadvertent activation of equipment |
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Ignition of flammable and combustible materials and explosives |
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Safety standards, organizations promulgating standards, and professional liability |
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Systems safety analysis |
Possible courses for integration: Control Systems/Mechatronics, Design, Seminar
Case studies and examples:
| A | Example problems: “Unit I sample quiz questions.” Basic safety and electrical concepts are tested. |
| B | Example problems: “Unit II sample quiz questions.” Knowledge of the effects of electric shock on the human body is tested, along with ways to minimize the risk of shock. |
| C | Example problems: “Unit III sample quiz questions.” Flammable and combustible materials and explosives are covered in these sample questions, with an emphasis on minimizing risk to humans. |
| D | Example problems: “Unit IV sample quiz questions.” Standards, codes, and the organizations that create these standards are the focus of this set of questions. Engineering ethics is also touched upon. |
| E | Example problems: “Unit V sample quiz questions.” System safety techniques including PHA, FMEA, and FTA are tested. |
| F | NIOSH Alert Case Study: “Request for Assistance in Preventing Electrocutions from Contact Between Cranes and Power Lines.” A background to the problem and five case reports are presented, as well as recommended work practices. |
| G | NIOSH Alert Case Study: “Request for Assistance in Preventing Electrocutions of Workers Using Portable Metal Ladders Near Overhead Power Lines.” A background, regulations, four case reports and recommendations are presented for the problem. |
| H | NIOSH Alert Case Study: “Request for Assistance in Preventing Grain Auger Electrocutions.” A background, two case reports, regulatory status, conclusions, and recommendations are presented for the problem. |
| I | NIOSH Alert Case Study: “Request for Assistance in Preventing Fatalities of Workers Who Contact Electrical Energy.” A background, appropriate standards and guidelines, and two case reports are given for the problem. |
| J | NIOSH Alert Case Study: “Request for Assistance in Preventing Electrocutions Due to Damaged Receptacles and Connectors.” A background, two case reports, regulatory status, conclusions, and recommendations are presented. |