Ground fault circuit interrupter

Application guide for ground fault circuit interrupters... 

Check cords on electric models before mowing, and use a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet. 

As indicated in Table 5.1, it takes very little current to cause electrical shock and even loss of life. This is why ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) are required by the NEC for convenience outlets in certain areas of homes or facilities. 

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GCFI) within two feet of water supplies signs designating room exits... 

Wet or damp environments Water can be a good conductor of electricity, hence working with electrical equipment in a wet environment can be a hazardous activity. Electrical equipment should be isolated from moisture. Electrical receptacles in wet or damp environments must be designed for this type of environment, with ground-fault-circuit-interrupter (GFCI) protection. This type of receptacle should be tested periodically in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations. 

GFI, GFCI - Ground fault (circuit) interrupter - a device that senses ground faults and reacts by opening the circuit. 

GF C I, or G F I- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter- an ultra sensitive plug designed to shut off all electric current. Used in bathrooms, kitchens, exterior waterproof outlets, garage outlets, and "wet areas". Has a small reset button on the plug. 

Safeguards against electrical shock—are static dissipation devices, ground-fault circuit interrupters, and grounding and bonding mechanisms. 

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter—Can detect the flow of current to the ground and open the circuit, thereby interrupting the flow of current. 

AFCIs are electrical safety devices designed to automatically stop the flow of electricity in an electrical circuit when the arc fault is detected within the circuit, to prevent fires from developing. Arc faults are considered one of the major causes of residential electrical fires that occur each year in the United States. Since 2008, new homes built in the United States are required to be provided with AFCIs. See also Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Grounding. 

Install ground fault circuit interrupter in all wet areas. 

Is equipment grounded properly Are electrical cords insulated Is ground fault circuit interruption (GECI) needed ... 

Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) used for wet areas Guards or covers in place for electrophoresis devices... 

Employees using electrical branch circuits that did not have a ground-fault circuit interrupter ... 

At construction sites, the most common electrical hazard is the ground fardt electrical shock. The OSHA electrical rules require your company to provide either ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for receptacle outlets or an assured equipment grounding conductor program. Either method can eliminate ground fault electric shock hazards. 

You are required to provide approved ground fault circuit interrupters for all 120-volt, single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacle outlets on construction sites not a part of the permanent wiring of the structure and which are in use by employees. Receptacles on the ends of extension cords are not part of the permanent wiring and must be protected by GFCIs. 

Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), or an assured equipment grounding conductor program, can eliminate the hazards associated with ground fault electric shock. 

Ground fault circuit interrupters.Electrical Safety —Accident Prevention... 

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FIGURE 5.3.5.1 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). These outlets... 

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