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  1. 4. a floor mat that helps to eliminate static electricity by providing a path to ground from conductive items placed on the mat.
  2. 7. Repetive strain injury
  3. 10. aims to reduce the amount of waste and electrical/electronic equipment that ends up in landfills through improved product design to ease dismantling, recycling, and reuse.
  4. 12. caused by the igniting of combustible metals
  5. 13. a bag, usually silver, black, or pink, used for storing electronic components, which are prone to damage caused by electrostatic discharge
  6. 14. an electrical device, often found on power strips, that is used to protect equipment against power surges and voltage spikes while blocking voltage over a safe threshold, usually 120V.
  7. 15. caused by ordinary combustibles
  8. 16. An applied science used for designing and arranging things so they become more efficient
  9. 17. a joint program from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) that establishes standards for energy efficient products originated in the United States. The goal is to help individuals and businesses save money and protect the environment through the use of energy efficient products.
  10. 20. an adjustable conductive rubber wrist strap that protects sensitive components and computer boards from damage caused by static discharge.
  11. 21. caused by the igniting of cooking oils or fats
Down
  1. 1. the result of cutting
  2. 2. a device that allows your computer, or other equipment, to keep running in the event the primary power source is lost. The additional power, usually supplied by battery, allows a limited amount to time to properly shutdown equipment.
  3. 3. 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.
  4. 5. caused by exposure to live electrical wires
  5. 6. injuries produced by fire, heat, radiation, etc.
  6. 8. an electrical device consisting of a cord on one end and several sockets on the other end used to expand the capacity of a wall outlet.
  7. 9. the sudden stimulation of the nerves or convulsive contraction of the muscles.
  8. 11. caused by the igniting of liquids or gases
  9. 18. electrostatic discharge
  10. 19. (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)