Across
- 1. The result of cutting, especially an opening or wound made by sharp edge.
- 5. caused by exposure to live electrical wires
- 9. Aims to reduce the amount of waste and electrical/electronic equipment that ends up in landfills
- 11. An acronym that helps to remember the steps in using a fire extinguisher. Pull the pin. Aim low. Squeeze the level slowly and evenly. Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.
- 12. a device that allows your computer, or other equipment, to keep running in the event the primary power source is lost.
- 13. An adjustable conductive rubber wrist strap that protects sensitive components and computer boards from damage
- 16. an electrical device, often found on power strips, that is used to protect equipment against power surges and voltage spikes
- 18. An applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely.
- 19. A joint program from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy that establishes standards for energy efficient products originated in the United States.
Down
- 1. caused by the igniting of liquids or gases
- 2. an electrical device consisting of a cord on one end and several sockets on the other end
- 3. A floor mat that helps to eliminate static electricity by providing a path to ground from conductive items placed on the mat.
- 4. Any of various musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, characterized by numbness, pain, or weakness of muscles,
- 5. caused by the igniting of combustible metals
- 6. The transfer of electrical charge between any two objects
- 7. The sudden stimulation of the nerves or convulsive contraction of the muscles that is caused by the discharge through the body of electricity from a charged source.
- 8. A bag, usually silver, black, or pink, used for storing electronic components
- 10. caused by ordinary combustibles
- 14. caused by the igniting of cooking oils or fats
- 15. Injuries produced by fire, heat, radiation, electricity, or a caustic agent.
- 17. Also known as Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of six hazardous materials
