Introduction
Electrical safety is essential for enjoying amateur radio. Many people are killed each year by by coming in contact with ordinary power line conductors--the most hazardous aspect of model rocketry is people attempting to retrieve their rockets from powerlines. Hams face a similar problem--the installation of antennas can put us in harm's way--way too close to dangerous power lines. Similarly, much of our equipment is powered by electrical mains--one can't be too careful when opening up equipment for servicing.
Articles
Electrical Safety
The ARRL Antenna Book, 18th Edition, pp. 1-8 to 1-16
Web Links
- Department Of Energy Electrical Safety Handbook
- Welcome to the Electrical Safety Forum
The Electrical Contractor Network is a locator for Licensed Electrical Contractors, Electricians and their Electrical Suppliers across the US. -
Appalachian Power has Electrical Safety E-Learning and safety videos online.
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OSHA Fact sheet on Grounding Requirements for Portable generators.
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Portable Generators and OSHA Construction Standards. This monograph by John “Grizzley” Grzywacz explains why OSHA does not require the grounding of portable generators.