NAME: _______________________________________________________________

GRADE & SECTION: ___________________________________________________

SCORE: ______________________ TEACHER: ______________________________

MODULE IN TLE 10
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
Fourth Quarter
Week 1
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
Understand the DOLE Department Order No. 13 s. 1998 Guidelines Governing
Occupational Safety and Health in the Construction Industry.
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OBJECTIVES
1. Determine the importance of guidelines governing occupational safety and
health in the construction industry

USING AND MAINTAINING

Lesson
1 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

PRE-TEST: Multiple choice

Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. A DOLE Department Order refers to the Guidelines Governing Occupational Safety

and Health in the Construction Industry.
A. DOLE Department Order No. 13 s. 2015
B. DOLE Department Order No. 13 s. 1998
C. DOLE Department Order No. 13 s. 2013
D. DOLE Department Order No. 13 s. 2020

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 2. Any device or appliance designed to be worn or held by an individual for
protection against one or more health and safety hazards.
A. PPE B. OHS C. PEC D. SWOT

3. A trained person and duly certified or qualified to administer first-aid by the

Philippine National Red Cross or by any organization accredited by the same.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health officer
B. Certified first-aider D. Occupational health personnel

4. A multidisciplinary practice dealing with all aspects of health and safety in the
workplace, with a strong focus on preventing workplace hazards.
A. PPE B. OHS C. PEC D. SWOT

5. Employee/worker trained and, in addition to their regular duties and

responsibilities, tasked by his employer to implement occupational safety and health
programs.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health officer
B. Certified first-aider D. Occupational health personnel

6. Refers to any person engaged by any constructor, trained, accredited by DOLE

and tasked to provide occupational safety and health services for the
workers/employees.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health officer
B. Certified first-aider D. Occupational health personnel

7. Refers to inspection for the purpose of safety determination of boilers, pressure

vessels, internal combustion engines, electrical installations, elevators, hoisting
equipment and other mechanical equipment.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health officer
B. Technical safety inspection D. Occupational health personnel

8. Refers to warning sign or safety instruction, of standard colors and sizes in

accordance with the specifications for standard colors of signs for safety instructions
and warnings in building premises.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health officer
B. Technical safety inspection D. Construction safety signage

9. Refers to a set of detailed rules to cover the processes and practices that shall be
utilized in a specific construction project site.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health program
B. Technical safety inspection D. Construction safety signage

10.Refers to a qualified first-aider, nurse, dentist, or physician, engaged by the

employer to provide occupational health services in the establishment/undertaking.
A. Safety personnel C. Construction safety and health program
B. Technical safety inspection D. Occupational health personnel

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 WHAT IS IT

GUIDELINES GOVERNING OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH IN THE

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

In the interest of ensuring the protection and welfare of workers employed in the
construction industry, the protection and welfare of the general public within and
around the immediate vicinity of any construction worksite as well as the promotion of
harmonious employer-employee relationships in the construction industry, and after
consultations with the stakeholders in the construction industry, taking into
consideration industry practices and applicable government requirements, the following
guidelines are hereby issued for all concerned:

The DOLE, through the Secretary of Labor and Employment, has the exclusive
jurisdiction in the preparation of Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) for
the Construction Industry including its very enforcement, as provided for by law.

Definition of Terms

Certified first-aider-means any person trained and duly certified or qualified to

administer first-aid by the Philippine National Red Cross or by any organization
accredited by the same.
Construction safety and health officer- means any employee/worker trained and, in
addition to their regular duties and responsibilities, tasked by his employer to
implement occupational safety and health programs in accordance with the provisions
of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS).
Construction safety and health program-refers to a set of detailed rules to cover the
processes and practices that shall be utilized in a specific construction project site in
conformity with the OSHS including the personnel responsible and the penalties for
violations thereof.
Construction safety signage-refers to any, but not limited to, emergency or danger
sign, warning sign or safety instruction, of standard colors and sizes in accordance with
the specifications for standard colors of signs for safety instructions and warnings.
General safety and health inspection-refer to inspection of the work environment,
including the location and operation of machinery other than those covered by technical
safety inspections, adequacy of work space, ventilation, lighting, conditions of work
environment, handling, storage or work procedures, protection facilities and other safety
and health hazards in the workplace
Occupational health personnel-refers to a qualified first-aider, nurse, dentist, or
physician, engaged by the employer to provide occupational health services in the
establishment/undertaking.
Safety personnel-refers to any person engaged by any constructor, trained, accredited
by DOLE and tasked to provide occupational safety and health services for the
workers/employees in any construction project.

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Technical safety inspection-refers to inspection for the purpose of safety
determination of boilers, pressure vessels, internal combustion engines, electrical
installations, elevators, hoisting equipment and other mechanical equipment.
Trade test-refers to an instrument used to measure workers’ skills and knowledge
based on the requirements of the skills.
Occupational Health and Safety-a multidisciplinary practice dealing with all aspects
of health and safety in the workplace, with a strong focus on preventing workplace
hazards. Occupational Health and Safety should be the primary concern in every
workplace, most especially for those beginners in electronics.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)-is equipment that will protect the user against
health or safety risks at work. Making the workplace safe includes providing
instructions, procedures, training and supervision to encourage people to work safely
and responsibly.

What’s More

The Construction Safety and Health Program shall state the following:
a. composition of the Construction Safety
and Health Committee, if one has been
formed, otherwise, an undertaking to
organize such committee and appoint its
members before the start of construction
work at the project site;
b. specific safety policies which the General
Constructor undertakes to observe and
maintain in its construction site, including
the frequency of and persons responsible
for conducting toolbox and gang meetings;
c. penalties and sanctions for violations of
the Construction Safety and Health
Program;
d. frequency, content and persons responsible for orienting, instructing and
training all workers at the site with regard to the Construction Safety and
Health Program under which they operate; and
e. the manner of disposing waste arising from the construction.

Personal Protective Equipment

Every employer shall, at his own expense, furnish his workers with protective
equipment for eyes, face, hands and feet, lifeline, safety belt/harness,
protective shields, and barriers whenever necessary by reason of the
hazardous work process or environment, chemical or radiological or other
mechanical irritants or hazards capable of causing injury or impairment in the
function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation, or physical agent.

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 Provision of personal protective equipment
(PPE) shall be in accordance with Rule 1080 of the
OSHS. The equivalent cost for the provision of PPE (life
span, depreciation, replacement, etc.) shall be an
integral part of the project cost.

a. The employer shall provide adequate and approved

type of protective equipment. Workers within the
construction project site shall be required to wear the
necessary PPE at all times.
b. Construction workers who are working from
unguarded surfaces six (6) meters or more above water
or ground, temporary or permanent floor platform,
scaffold or where they are exposed to the possibility of falls hazardous to life or limb,
must be provided with safety harnesses and life lines.
c. Specialty construction workers must be provided with special protective equipment,
such as specialized goggles or respirators for welders and painters or paint
applicators.
d. All other persons who are either authorized or allowed to be at a construction site
shall wear appropriate PPE.

Safety Personnel
To ensure that a Construction Safety and Health Program is duly followed and
enforced at the construction project site, each construction project site is required to
have the minimum required.

Safety Personnel, as described herein:

a. The General Constructor must provide for a full-time

officer, who shall be assigned as the general construction
safety and health officer to oversee full time the overall
management of the Construction Safety and Health Program.

The general construction safety and health officer shall

frequently monitor and inspect any health and safety aspect of
the construction work being undertaken.

b. The General Constructor must provide for additional

Construction Safety and Health Officer/s in accordance with
the requirements for Safety Man/Officer of Rule 1033 (Training
and Personnel Complement), depending on the total number of personnel
assigned to the construction project site, to oversee the effective compliance with
the Construction Safety and Health Program at the site, under the direct
supervision of the general construction safety and health officer maintenance.

Construction Safety Signages

Construction Safety Signages must be provided to warn the workers and the
public of hazards existing in the workplace. Signages shall be posted in prominent
positions at strategic location and, as far as practicable, be in the language

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understandable to most of the workers employed.
The signages include but are not limited to:

a. Mandatory requirement on the usage of personal

protective equipment prior to entry to the project
site.
b. Areas where there are potential risks of falling
objects.
c. Areas where there are potential risks of falling.
d. Areas where explosives and flammable substances
are used or stored.
e. Areas where there are tripping or slipping hazards.
f. Approaches to working areas where danger from
toxic or irritant airborne contaminants/substances
may exist which should indicate the name of the
contaminant/substance involved and the type of respiratory equipment to be
worn.
g. All places where contact with or proximity to electrical/facility equipment can
cause danger.
h. All places where workers may come in contact with dangerous moving parts of
machineries or equipment.
i. Location of fire alarms and firefighting equipment.
j. Instructions on the usage of specific construction equipment.
k. Periodic updating of man-hours lost.
Signages should be regularly inspected and maintained in good condition. Signages
that are damaged or illegible or that no longer apply should be removed and replaced
by the safety officer, as needed.

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 POST-TEST: FILL IN THE BLANK
A. Directions. Analyze the statement carefully and identify which tool is
being described. Choose your answer inside the box and write it on a
space provided.

Certified first-aider Construction safety Safety personnel Occupational

signage Health and
Safety
Construction safety General safety and Technical safety PPE
and health officer health inspection inspection
Construction safety Occupational health Trade test
and health program personnel

_____________________1. Refers to any person engaged by any constructor, trained,

accredited by DOLE, and tasked to provide occupational safety
and health services for the workers/employees in any
construction project.
_____________________2. Refers to inspection for the purpose of safety determination of
boilers, pressure vessels, internal combustion engines,
electrical installations, elevators, hoisting equipment and other
mechanical equipment.
_____________________3. Refers to an instrument used to measure workers’ skills and
knowledge based on the requirements of the skills.
_____________________4. A multidisciplinary practice dealing with all aspects of health
and safety in the workplace, with a strong focus on preventing
workplace hazards.
_____________________5. Refers to any, but not limited to, emergency or danger sign,
warning sign or safety instruction, of standard colors and sizes.
_____________________6. Refer to inspection of the work environment, including the
location and operation of machinery other than those covered
by technical safety inspections, work procedures, protection
facilities and other safety and health hazards in the workplace.
_____________________7. Refers to a qualified first-aider, nurse, dentist, or physician,
engaged by the employer to provide occupational health
services in the establishment/undertaking.
_____________________8. Any person trained and duly certified or qualified to administer
first-aid by the Philippine National Red Cross or by any
organization accredited by the same.
_____________________9. Any employee/worker trained and, in addition to their regular
duties and responsibilities.
_____________________10. Refers to a set of detailed rules to cover the processes and
practices that shall be utilized in a specific construction project
site.

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 MODULE IN TLE 10
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
Fourth Quarter
Week 2
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
• Determine the different signs, occupational health and safety procedures
in Electricity.
OBJECTIVE
1. Identify hazards and risks.
2. Differentiate hazard and risks.
3. Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures (OHSP).

PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL
Lesson
2 HEALTH AND SAFETY
Pre-test: Fill-in the blank
Directions: Fill the blanks with the correct word/answer.
1. Environmental factors that can harm an employee without necessarily
touching them, including heights, noise, radiation and pressure are
___________________.
2. Hazardous substances that can cause harm. These hazards can result in
both health and physical impacts, such as skin irritation, respiratory
system irritation, blindness, corrosion, and explosions are
___________________.
3. Result of physical factors that can result in musculoskeletal injuries. For
example, a poor workstation setup in an office, poor posture and manual
handling are ___________________.
4. Viruses, bacteria, insects, animals, etc., that can cause adverse health
impacts. For example, mold, blood and other bodily fluids, harmful plants,
sewage, dust, and vermin are ___________________.
5. Adverse effect on an employee’s mental health or wellbeing. For example,
sexual harassment, victimization, stress, and workplace violence are
___________________.
6. Hazards that create unsafe working conditions. For example, exposed
wires or a damaged carpet might result in a tripping are
___________________.

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 7. Precautionary measures against potential hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result to a minor or moderate injury is called
___________________.
8. Electrician should indicate ___________________ to observe extra
awareness.
9. Electrical sign which means that any activity is not allowed
___________________.
10. Hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result to a serious injury
or even death is called ___________________.
11.Hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result to serious injury
or even death is called ___________________.
12.A person should make some reading before doing any activity is called
____________________.
13.Everyone should wear protective masks or another eye protection. This is
referred to as _______________________.
14. The ___________________ is an electrical hazard is present in the area.
15.The electrical sign ___________________ indicates high voltage in the area
and surrounding equipment.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRACTICES SAVE LIVES AND PROPERTIES

Electricity improves life. During power failures, much work and routine
activities halt. However, electricity can cause serious injury or death and loss of
properties if you fail to follow electrical safety practices, particularly in the
workplace.
Electrical signs and stickers alert students, workers, and visitors to
electrical hazards in the area. Alerting workers to high voltage areas, electrical
hazards, power lines and other electrical equipment in the area, can help prevent
fires and injuries. Proper electrical signs can inform workers of the dangers in
the area.
CAUTION indicates some precautionary measures
against potential hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result to a minor or moderate injury.
SAFETY ALERT indicates that a person should
observe extra awareness
PROHIBITION means that any activity is not
allowed as stated by the symbol.

DANGER specifies hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, will result to a serious injury or even
death.

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 WARNING specifies a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result to
serious injury or even death.
READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION
MANUAL means that a person should make some
reading before doing any activity.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION indicates that a person
should wear safety goggles or any related
protection for the eyes.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD indicates that electrical

hazard is present in the area.

VOLTAGE DANGER indicates high voltage in the

area and surrounding equipment.

CAUSES OF ELECTRICAL ACCIDENT

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cites three
possible factors causing electrical accidents: work involving unsafe equipment
and installations; workplaces made unsafe by the environment; and unsafe work
performance (unsafe acts). The first two factors sometimes are combined and
referred to simply as unsafe condition. Thus, electrical accidents can be generally
considered as being caused by unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, or in most cases,
combinations of the two. It should also be noted that inadequate maintenance
can cause serious damages and can create unsafe conditions.
Occupational Health Safety Act (OHSA) also states that some unsafe
electrical equipment and installations can be identified by faulty insulation,
Improper grounding, loose connections, defective parts, ground faults,
unguarded live parts, and underrated equipment. The environment
can also contribute to electrical accidents, environments
containing flammable vapors, liquids, or gases; areas having corrosive
atmospheres; and wet and damp locations are some unsafe environments
affecting electrical safety. Unsafe acts include the failure to de-energize electric
equipment when it is being repaired or inspected, using obviously defective and
unsafe tools, and using tools or equipment too close to energized parts.

General Safety Rules in the Workplace

1. Before working on any electronics, consider following these basic safety
precautions to help reduce any hazards.
a. Remove any electronic equipment you are testing or working on from
the power source.

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 b. Never assume the power circuit is off. Test and test again with a
voltmeter to confirm.
c. Remove fuses and replace them only after the power to the circuit is
disconnected.
d. Do not connect power to a circuit until you are done working on it
and rechecked the work.
e. Always ensure that all electronics equipment is properly grounded.
f. If it is damaged, replace it. For instance, replace cables instead of
repairing with insulating tape.
g. Always use the right electronics repair and maintenance tools.
h. Always return covers after removing them to reduce the risk of
electric shock.
i. Make sure your circuit is not overloaded.
j. Always have safety equipment like a fire extinguisher, a basic first
aid kit and a mobile phone nearby.
2. Personal Safety
It’s important to ensure that you’re safe when working on electronic
circuits. Here are some personal safety precautions to keep in mind:
a. Always keep your work area dry.
b. Always work in a well-ventilated area.
c. Don’t wear flapping or loose clothing when working.
d. Don’t work with metallic jewelry on your hands like watches, rings
and bracelets.
e. Don’t use bare hands to remove hot parts.
f. Always wear non-conductive shoes.
g. Always wear insulator gloves in your hands when carrying out
repairs.
h. When removing high-voltage charges on capacitors, always use a
shorting stick.
i. Don’t hold the test prods when measuring voltage over 300V.
j. Always remove power to a circuit before connecting alligator clips.
k. Always wear safety goggles.
l. Be careful when handling large capacitors as they can still hold high
voltage even after you’ve disconnected the circuit from power.

3. High Voltage Safety

One mistake that electronics experts make when doing repairs or
maintenance work is assuming routine safety procedures after getting all
too familiar with their work. It’s important to know that most electronic
equipment use high-voltage that is dangerous and can be fatal. Always
follow these safety precautions when working on or near high-voltage
circuits.
a. Don’t work on electronic equipment or make repairs with high
voltage on.
b. Do not take chances doing what you are not sure about.

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 c. Consider using an isolation transformer when working on AC
powered electronic circuits or equipment.
d. Never tamper with interlocks.
e. Don’t ground yourself: Make it a practice to use only one hand when
connecting equipment to an electronic circuit.

4. Fire Safety Precautions

When working with electronic equipment, there is often a risk of fire
caused by a short circuit or other reason. Follow these precautionary
steps:
a. Avoid anything that would cause a fire around your working area
like paper, cloth or other combustible materials.
b. Look out for damaged wire insulation, overheating of electronic
equipment, damaged circuit boards and corrosive components like
batteries.
c. If there is a burning smell on your electronic equipment, disconnect
the power source.
d. If there is a fire, use a nonconducting dry powder or CO2 fire
extinguisher.
e. Always check your circuit to be sure that everything is okay after
repairs or maintenance before connecting power.

5. Electric Shock
One of the major hazards when working with electronic equipment
is electric shock. To avoid this, you should take a few safety precautions,
including:
a. Always read safety procedures that come with every electronic
equipment you’re about to test or work on.
b. Recheck all wires for bad connections
c. Always make sure that all parts of electronic equipment are well-
mounted to prevent accidents.
d. Keep electronic equipment away from water and other liquids
e. Always check for signs of wear, defects and fraying on electronic
equipment cables, cords and connectors.
f. Use special safety rubber gloves and shoes.

OHS, or Occupational Health and Safety, is a multidisciplinary practice

dealing with all aspects of health and safety in the workplace, with a strong
focus on preventing workplace hazards. Occupational Health and Safety
should be the primary concern in every workplace, most especially for those
beginners in electronics. Safety precaution must be imposed and practices
strictly to prevent accident, damages to properties and life. As the saying goes
“An ounce of prevention, is better than a pound of cure.”

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Classification of Hazard in the Workplace
1. Physical hazards are environmental factors that can harm an employee
without necessarily touching them, including heights, noise, radiation,
and pressure.
2. Chemical hazards are hazardous substances that can cause harm. These
hazards can result in both health and physical impacts, such as skin
irritation, respiratory system irritation, blindness, corrosion and
explosions.
3. Ergonomic hazards are a result of physical factors that can result in
musculoskeletal injuries. For example, a poor workstation setup in an
office, poor posture and manual handling.
4. Biological hazards include viruses, bacteria, insects, animals, etc., that
can cause adverse health impacts. For example, mold, blood and other
bodily fluids, harmful plants, sewage, dust and vermin.
5. Psychosocial hazards include those that can have an adverse effect on an
employee’s mental health or wellbeing. For example, sexual harassment,
victimization, stress and workplace violence.
6. Safety these are hazards that create unsafe working conditions. For
example, exposed wires or a damaged carpet might result in a tripping

Post-test: Fill-in the blank

Directions: Fill the blanks with the correct word/answer.
1. Hazards that create unsafe working conditions. For example, exposed
wires or a damaged carpet might result in a tripping are
___________________.
2. Precautionary measures against potential hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result to a minor or moderate injury is called
___________________.
3. Electrician should indicate ___________________ to observe extra
awareness.
4. Electrical sign which means that any activity is not allowed
___________________.
5. Hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result to a serious injury
or even death is called ___________________.
6. Hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result to serious injury
or even death is called ___________________.
7. A person should make some reading before doing any activity is called
___________________.

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8. Everyone should wear protective masks or another eye protection. This is
referred to as ___________________.
9. The ___________________ is an electrical hazard is present in the area.
10. The electrical sign ___________________ indicates high voltage in the area
and surrounding equipment.
11. Environmental factors that can harm an employee without necessarily
touching them, including heights, noise, radiation, and pressure are
___________________.
12. Hazardous substances that can cause harm. These hazards can result in
both health and physical impacts, such as skin irritation, respiratory
system irritation, blindness, corrosion, and explosions are
___________________.
13. Result of physical factors that can result in musculoskeletal injuries. For
example, a poor workstation setup in an office, poor posture and manual
handling are ___________________.
14. Viruses, bacteria, insects, animals, etc., that can cause adverse health
impacts. For example, mold, blood and other bodily fluids, harmful
plants, sewage, dust, and vermin are ___________________.
15. Adverse effect on an employee’s mental health or wellbeing. For example,
sexual harassment, victimization, stress, and workplace violence are
___________________.

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 MODULE IN TLE 10
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
Fourth Quarter
Week 3
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
• Determine the protection and grounding system.
OBJECTIVES
1. Identify the different types of wiring devices.
2. Recognize the information about the ground fault circuit interrupter.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF
Lesson
3 WIRING DEVICES
Pre-test: True or False
Directions: Write T if the statement is True F if the statement is False.
Write your answer before the number.
__1. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a modestly priced electrical
device commonly installed in commercial electrical circuits.
__2. The GFCI is designed to guard people and pets from severe or even fatal,
electrical shock.
__3. A GFCI cannot detects ground faults and interrupts the flow of electric
current.
__4. The GFCI will stop the flow of electricity within milliseconds when the hair
dryer hits the surface of the water.
__5. If someone was in the bathtub, a painful shock may still be felt but the GFCI
will prevent their electrocution or serious injury.
__6. The GFCI continually measures electricity flowing within a circuit to detect
any loss of current.
__7. If the current passing through the circuit fluctuates even in a small amount
from the current that is returning (to complete the circuit), the GFCI
instantaneously switches the power off to the affected circuit.
__ 8. The GFCI will not interrupts power within milliseconds to prevent a lethal
dose of electricity.
__9. Modern homes use receptacle-type GFCl that will protect other electrical
outlets connected on the branch circuit.
__10. Extension cords without GFCI protection incorporated are great for use
when permanent or portable GFCI protection is unavailable.

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 What’s More

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), a device is a unit of an

electrical system that is intended to carry, not to utilize electric energy. This
covers a wide assortment of system components that include, but not limited to
the following:
• Switches
• Relays
• Contactors
• Receptacles
• Conductors
GUIDE TO SELECT WIRING DEVICES
1. Select one recognized industry manufacturer.
2. Look for a project with a multi-year warranty.
3. Make sure that there is an easy and clear way to
contact the manufacturers support.
4. Check for a connected equipment damage warranty.
5. Always ask for manufacturer’s manual.
6. Select wiring devices which are well-made and
durable.
7. Select materials that are easy to use and install.
8. Select wiring devices according to the job requirements.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) INFORMATION
Outdoor receptacles including
those in kitchens, bathrooms, and places
near the water should be the ground fault
circuit interrupting type (GFCI).
A ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) is a modestly priced electrical
device commonly installed in residential
electrical circuits.
The GFCI is designed to guard
people and pets from severe or even fatal, electrical shock. A GFCI detects ground
faults and interrupts the flow of electric current. Picture a hair dryer that is
accidentally knocked off a bathroom counter and into a bathtub filled with water.
The GFCI will stop the flow of electricity within milliseconds when the hair dryer
hits the surface of the water. If someone was in the bathtub, a painful shock may

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still be felt but the GFCI will prevent their electrocution or serious injury. How
does a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter work?
The GFCI continually measures electricity flowing within a circuit to detect
any loss of current. If the current passing through the circuit fluctuates even in
a small amount from the current that is returning (to complete the circuit), the
GFCI instantaneously switches the power off to the affected circuit. The GFCI
interrupts power within milliseconds to prevent a lethal dose of electricity.
A classic example of the GFCI at work. Your toaster is old and has a loose
bare wire inside it touching the outer metal housing. If the toaster is plugged in,
the housing is charged with electricity. You are cleaning the kitchen and moving
counter-top items around. When you touch the toaster housing with one hand
while the other hand is touching a grounded metal object, like a kitchen faucet,
you will receive a life-threatening shock. If the toaster is plugged into a GFCI
protected outlet, the power will be turned off before a fatal shock is delivered
through your body.

TYPES OF GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS

Receptacle GFCI. This GFCI is used in place of a
regular wall outlet or “duplex receptacle.” This
GFCI is normally found throughout the house in
places such as bathrooms, kitchens, garages,
outdoor areas, and other locations where damp
conditions may exist. The receptacle GFCI fits
into the standard outlet box and protects you
against ground faults when an electrical product
is connected to the GFCI protected outlet. Modern
homes use receptacle-type GFCl that will protect
other electrical outlets connected on the branch
circuit.
Temporary/Portable GFCI. When a permanent GFCI is not practical, temporary
GFCI is used. Temporary GFCI contains the GFCI circuitry in an enclosure with
plug prongs at the back and receptacle plugs in front. It can be plugged into an
unprotected outlet, and then the electrical appliance/device is plugged into the
temporary GFCI. Portable GFCI is simply an extension cord combined with a
GFCI. It adds flexibility in using receptacles that are not protected by GFCl.
Extension cords with GFCI protection incorporated are great for use when
permanent or portable GFCI protection is unavailable.
Circuit Breaker GFCI. Residences equipped with circuit breakers must have
circuit breaker GFCI protection installed in the panel box to give protection for
specific circuits. The circuit breaker GFCI serves two functions: a.) the circuit
breaker GFCI will shut off power to the circuit in the instance of a ground fault;
and b.) the GFCI protected circuit breaker will turn power off if a short circuit or
overload is detected.

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 Post-test: True or False
Directions: Write T if the statement is True F if the statement is False.
Write your answer before the number.

__1. Modern homes use receptacle-type GFCl that will protect other electrical
outlets connected on the branch circuit.
__2. Extension cords without GFCI protection incorporated are great for use
when permanent or portable GFCI protection is unavailable.
__3. The GFCI continually measures electricity flowing within a circuit to detect
any loss of current.
__4. If the current passing through the circuit fluctuates even in a small amount
from the current that is returning (to complete the circuit), the GFCI
instantaneously switches the power off to the affected circuit.
__5. The GFCI will not interrupts power within milliseconds to prevent a lethal
dose of electricity.
__6. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a modestly priced electrical
device commonly installed in commercial electrical circuits.
__7. The GFCI is designed to guard people and pets from severe or even fatal,
electrical shock.
__8. A GFCI cannot detects ground faults and interrupts the flow of electric
current.
__9. The GFCI will stop the flow of electricity within milliseconds when the hair
dryer hits the surface of the water.
__10. If someone was in the bathtub, a painful shock may still be felt but the
GFCI will prevent their electrocution or serious injury.

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 MODULE IN TLE 10
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
Fourth Quarter
Week 4
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
• Differentiate auxiliary system and protective devices.
OBJECTIVES
1. Define auxiliary system.
2. Identify the different electrical protective devices.

Lesson AUXILIARY SYSTEM

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Pre-test: Multiple choice

Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. It is a safety device, which protects electrical and electronic circuit against
overloads, short circuit, and earth faults.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit
B. Fuse D. Earthing
2. It is necessary for all domestic, commercial, and industrial installation to
safeguard the operator, tall buildings, and machinery against lightning.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit
B. Fuse D. Earthing
3. A device used to protect equipment, machinery, components, and devices, in
electrical and electronic circuit, against short circuit, over current and earth
fault, is called as protective devices.
A. Electrical Protective Devices C. Series circuit
B. Fuse D. Earthing
4. Components which are related with Security Systems, Comfort Systems,
Lighting Systems, and Information Systems switch are very important to help
the main system to perform according to the specifications.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit
B. Fuse D. Electrical Auxiliary System
5. an equipment that provides support to meet the energy needs of a given
location or infrastructure, can function as a primary or complementary source.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Auxiliary Emergency System
B. Fuse D. Electrical Auxiliary System

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6. The passive electronic component and the resettable used to protect electronic
circuit from mistakes of overcurrent.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Poly Switch
B. Fuse D. Earthing
7. A safety device that is to notice the issues in your power supplies then turns
off it in 10-15 milliseconds to end the electric shock.
A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit
B. Fuse D. RCCB
8. This type of electrical component arrests the flow of inrush current through
avoiding frequent damages in the device and evade tripping circuit breakers and
blowing fuses.
A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch
B. Fuse D. RCCB
9. An electronic component and the resistance of this is variable and be
contingent on the working voltage.
A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch
B. Voltage Dependent Resistor D. RCCB
10. A group of electrodes in gas inside a temperature resistant cover and
sequestering.
A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch
B. Voltage Dependent Resistor D. Gas Discharge Tube

WHAT IS IT

DIFFERENT TYPE OF PROTECTIVE DEVICES AND AUXILIARY SYSTEM

An auxiliary emergency system is an equipment that provides support
to meet the energy needs of a given location or infrastructure, can function as a
primary or complementary source.

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 One of the examples of electrical auxiliary System is used to describe a
collection of related automotive Electrical components that interact with the
main car systems and components to support his functionality. Electrical
Auxiliary Systems are components related with Security Systems, Comfort
Systems, Lighting Systems, and Information Systems switch are very important
to help the main system to perform according to the specifications.

ELECTRICAL PROTECTIVE DEVICES

A device used to protect equipment, machinery, components, and devices,
in electrical and electronic circuit, against short circuit, over current and earth
fault, is called as protective devices.

NECESSITY OF PROTECTIVE DEVICES

Protective devices are necessary to protect electrical appliance or equipment
against
a) Short Circuit
b) Abnormal variations in the supply voltage
c) Overloading of equipment
d) To protect operator against accidental contact with the faulty equipment,
falling which the operator may get a severe shock.

TYPES OF PROTECTIVE DEVICE

Different types of the protective device that are commonly used in electrical and
electronic circuit:
Fuse
Among all other protection devices of electrical
circuit fuse has its unique purposes. It protects the
current from overcurrent through its metal strip which is
to liquefy the current when the flow is high. Nowadays,
various categories are useful in various applications such
as response time, breaking capacity, current ratings, and
specific voltage. Hence, it is one of the vital things that
are useful as protection devices.

Circuit Breaker
Specifically, stopping the flow of current when any
fault occurs is the primary function of the circuit breaker.
The major advantage of the circuit breaker is, it can work
automatically to proceed the operations without any
external support. Additionally, there are many categories
of the circuit breaker, each one for its unique purposes.
To point out, it practices semiconductors for the
protection.

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Poly Switch
The passive electronic component and the resettable
used to protect electronic circuit from mistakes of
overcurrent. This device may also know as a poly fuse and
multi fuse. It is applicable in various applications such as
aerospace, computers and to mention, and the
substitution is not a simple task.

RCCB
The residual current circuit breaker (RCCB), a safety
device that is to notice the issues in your power supplies
then turns off it in 10-15 milliseconds to end the electric
shock. Additionally, these devices are resettable as well as
the testable apparatus. On the other hand, it is also
known as a residual current device (RCD).

Inrush Current Limiter

This type of electrical component arrests the
flow of inrush current through avoiding frequent
damages in the device and evade tripping circuit
breakers and blowing fuses. Specifically, these
thermistors are usually much grander to width kind
thermistors, that is deliberately intended for power
applications.

Metal Oxide Varistor

A Varistor or VDR (voltage dependent resistor) is an electronic
component and the resistance of this is variable and be contingent on the
working voltage. The term Varistor has been taken from the variable resistor.
The supreme recurrent type of voltage-dependent resistor is the MOV (metal
oxide Varistor).

Gas Discharge Tube

A gas discharge tube or gas-filled tube is a group of electrodes in gas
inside a temperature resistant cover and sequestering. Even though the cover
is typically glass, power tubes recurrently hire ceramics, as well as military
tubes habitually service glass wrinkled metal.

Lighting Arrester
This is the specialized protection device that is much helpful to manage
the current flow and arrests the unwanted flow in the circuit. As a result, all
these protection devices are the best protection agent to the circuit.

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 What’s More

When the current drawn by the circuit exceeds the rated current of the
fuse wire, the fuse wire melts and breaks. This disconnects the supply from the
circuit and thus protects the circuit and the components in the circuit. The
maximum current that a fuse can carry, without being burnt, is called the rating
of the fuse wire. It is expressed in Amperes.
Current rating of the fuse, selected for the circuit, should be equal to the
maximum current rating of the machinery, appliance or components connected
in the circuit.

HRC FUSE
HRC Fuse – High Rupture Capacity fuse unit. It is normally designed for high
current. When fuse is blown off, the entire unit is to be replaced by a new one.
It cannot be rewired as it is a sealed one. Characteristics of a good fuse wire.
A good fuse wire should possess the following characteristics:
A) Low resistivity.
B) Low melting point.
C) Low conductivity of the metal vapors formed when the fuse is
blown off.
ADVANTAGES OF HRC FUSE
1.They require maintenance
2.They are reliable
3.They operate at high speed.
4.They have consistent performance.
5.They clear both low and high fault current with equal efficiency.
2. MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER
It is safety device which work magneto thermic release principle. It is
connected in the phase, between the supply and load. It is manufactured in
standard rating of 6A to 40. Awe can see it on the meter board of each house.
When the current drawn by load exceeds the rated value, it acts and trips
the circuit, the protecting the apparatus, operator, and appliance.
ADVANTAGES OF MCB
1. They act and open the circuit in less than 5 milli seconds.
2. Automatic switch off under overload and short circuit conditions.
3. No fuse to replace or rewire. It needs no repairs.
4. Supply is restored by resetting it again.

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3. EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT BREAKER
This is a domestic safety device, which trips the
circuit when there is a small leakage to earth or body
of the appliance. Thus, it protects the operator from
shocks and accidents. This is connected in the circuit
of the appliance to be protected.
There are two types of ELCB
1. Voltage Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker
2. Current Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker

4. MCB & ELCB

It is the combination of both MCB and ELCB placed in one unit. It acts on
both the occasion of earth leakage and overload and protect the circuit, appliance
and the operator.
5. EARTHING OR GROUNDING
Connecting the metal body of an electrical appliance,
machinery, or an electrical installation to earth, through
a low resistance wire, is called Earthing or Grounding.

NECESSITY OF EARTHING
Earthing is necessary for all domestic, commercial, and
industrial installation to safeguard the operator, tall buildings, and machinery
against lightning.
Metal body of all the electrical appliances, equipment and machinery, the earth
points of all three-pin sockets and the body of the energy meter are connected to
earth through a thick G.I. (Galvanized iron) wire.
Whenever a live wire meets the body of the appliance, it is directly
connected to earth the grounding wire and hence the
body voltage comes to zero. Therefore, the operator does
not get any shock when he meets body of the appliance.
The high voltage included during lightning is
discharged to earth through grounding wire and thereby
building and machinery are protected.

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 Post-test: Multiple choice

Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. The passive electronic component and the resettable used to protect electronic
circuit from mistakes of overcurrent.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Poly Switch

B. Fuse D. Earthing

2. A safety device that is to notice the issues in your power supplies then turns
off it in 10-15 milliseconds to end the electric shock.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit

B. Fuse D. RCCB

3. This type of electrical component arrests the flow of inrush current through
avoiding frequent damages in the device and evade tripping circuit breakers and
blowing fuses.

A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch

B. Fuse D. RCCB

4. An electronic component and the resistance of this is variable and be

contingent on the working voltage.

A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch

B. Voltage Dependent Resistor D. RCCB

5. A group of electrodes in gas inside a temperature resistant cover and

sequestering.

A. Inrush Current limiter C. Poly Switch

B. Voltage Dependent Resistor D. Gas Discharge Tube

6. It is a safety device, which protects electrical and electronic circuit against

overloads, short circuit, and earth faults.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit

B. Fuse D. Earthing

7. It is necessary for all domestic, commercial, and industrial installation to

safeguard the operator, tall buildings, and machinery against lightning.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit

B. Fuse D. Earthing

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8. A device used to protect equipment, machinery, components, and devices, in
electrical and electronic circuit, against short circuit, over current and earth
fault, is called as protective devices.

A. Electrical Protective Devices C. Series circuit

B. Fuse D. Earthing
9. Components which are related with Security Systems, Comfort Systems,
Lighting Systems, and Information Systems switch are very important to help
the main system to perform according to the specifications.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Series circuit

B. Fuse D. Electrical Auxiliary System

10. an equipment that provides support to meet the energy needs of a given
location or infrastructure, can function as a primary or complementary source.

A. Circuit Breaker C. Auxiliary Emergency System

B. Fuse D. Electrical Auxiliary System

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 ANSWERS KEY

WEEK 1
PRE-TEST
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. B
5. C
6. A
7. B
8. D
9. C
10. D

POST - TEST
1. Safety Personnel
2. Technical Safety Inspection
3. Trade Test
4. Occupational Health and Safety
5. Construction Safety Signage
6. General Safety and Health Inspection
7. Certified First Aider
8. Occupational Health Personnel
9. Construction Health and Safety Officer
10. Construction Safety and Health Program

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WEEK 2
Pre -test
1. Physical hazards 11. Warning
2. Chemical hazards 12. Read and Understand Instruction Manual
3. Ergonomic hazards 13. Wear Eye Protection
4. Biological hazards 14. Electrical Hazard
5. Psychosocial hazards 15. Voltage Danger
6. Safety
7. Caution
8. Safety Alert
9. Prohibition
10. Danger

Post -test
1. Safety 9. Electrical Hazard
2. Caution 10. Voltage Danger
3. Safety Alert 11. Physical hazards
4. Prohibition 12. Chemical hazards
5. Danger 13. Ergonomic hazards
6. Warning 14. Biological hazards
7. Read and Understand Instruction Manual 15. Psychosocial hazards
8. Wear Eye Protection

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WEEK 3
Pre-test
1. F
2. T
3.F
4. T
5. T
6. T
7. T
8. F
9. T
10. F
Post-test
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. F
6. F
7. T
8. F
9. T
10. T

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WEEK 4
Pre-test

1. Fuse
2. Earthing
3. Electrical Protective Devices
4. Electrical Auxiliary System
5. Auxiliary Emergency System
6. Poly Switch
7. RCCB
8. Inrush Current limiter
9. Voltage Dependent Resistor
10. Gas Discharge Tube

Post-test
1. Poly Switch
2. RCCB
3. Inrush Current limiter
4. Voltage Dependent Resistor
5. Gas Discharge Tube
6. Fuse
7. Earthing
8. Electrical Protective Devices
9. Electrical Auxiliary System
10. Auxiliary Emergency System

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