Threats and protection against electric shock in electrical installations

The material presented in the book concerns the most important issues related to the danger of electric shock, especially in low voltage installations. The effects of electric current on living organisms, threats and anti-shock protection measures are described. The principles of testing and evaluating the effectiveness of the action of shock protection and the technical condition of electrical installations have been given, as well as the basic requirements related to the preparation of the workplace and rules of conduct when working on electrical equipment or in the vicinity of such live electrical equipment. Principles of conduct during the rescue of persons affected by electric current are discussed. The book is intended for a wide range of readers; It can be used as a handy help for electricians of various levels of education and people unrelated to this profession, because everyone should be aware of the risk of electric shock and the principles of rational and safe use of various types of electrical equipment.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Hazards of electric shock
3. Protection against electric shock in devices and installations of low voltage
4. Electrical installations in facilities with increased risk of electric shock
5. Work on electrical devices
6. Acceptance and operation tests of electrical installations
7. Rules of conduct during the rescue of persons affected by an electric current

Literature
Index