Team+1B+Fact+Sheet

Team 1B Fact Sheet

Directions: Here is where you will write the results of your research. Be sure that the information that you record is correct and accurate! Also, make sure that you note the web site that you used to discover it. -

Fact # 1: If there is to many plugs in a outlet, it can make an electrical fire and Explosions, also if you overplug an outlet it can kill you. // I discovered this fact at http: [] //

Fact # 2: An overloaded outlet can overheat. I discovered this fact at http: []
 * Why is an overloaded outlet a problem?**

Fact # 3.Outlet or wall is warm to the touch; outlet is discolored; circuit breakers frequently trip or fuses frequently blow; a burnt smell of insulation is noticeable.

I discovered this fact at:http://www.hss.energy.gov/CSA/CSP/feosh/docs/Electrical_Safety.pdf

Fact # 4.; If you overload the outlet it can blow up.

I discovered this fact at http:http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_happend_if_you_put_too_many_plugs_n_one_outlet

Fact # 5.; Ungrounded outlets that will not protect you from an electrical shock in the event of a short circuit.

I discovered this fact at http: http://www.hss.energy.gov/CSA/CSP/feosh/docs/Electrical_Safety.pdf

Fact # 6.;Extensions cords running through walls, under carpet or furniture,across doorways, or draped over heaters or equipment.

I discovered this fact at http: http://www.hss.energy.gov/CSA/CSP/feosh/docs/Electrical_Safety.pdf

Fact # 7.; Equipment cord has a three-prong plug, but the nearest outlet has only two slots for the plug.

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Fact # 8.; Extensions cords running throughwalls, under carpet or furniture,across doorways, or draped over heaters or equipment.

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Fact # 9.; Extension cord is warm to the touch.

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