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- 4. caused by the igniting of liquids or gases
- 6. various musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, characterized by numbness, pain, or weakness of muscles etc
- 8. caused by the igniting of combustible metals
- 11. caused by exposure to live
- 12. caused by the igniting of cooking oils or fats
- 13. caused by ordinary combustibles
- 14. a bag usually used for storing electronic components, which are damage caused by electrostatic discharge.
- 16. aims to reduce the amount of waste and electrical/electronic equipment that ends up in landfills
- 18. an adjustable conductive rubber wrist strap that protects sensitive components and computer boards
- 20. an electrical device consisting of a cord on one end and several sockets
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- 1. floor mat that helps to eliminate static electricity by providing a path to ground from conductive items placed on the mat.
- 2. an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use
- 3. joint program from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy
- 5. an electrical device, often found on power strips, that is used to protect equipment against power surges and voltage spikes
- 7. the sudden stimulation of the nerves or convulsive contraction of the muscles that is caused by electricity from a charged source.
- 9. injuries produced by fire, heat, radiation, electricity, or a caustic agent.
- 10. the transfer of electrical charge between any two objects.
- 12. the result of cutting, especially an opening or wound made by sharp edge.
- 15. additional power, usually supplied by battery, allows a limited amount to time to properly shutdown equipment.
- 17. An acronym that helps to remember the steps in using a fire extinguisher. Pull the pin. slowly and evenly. Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.
- 19. known as Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of six hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products.
