Electrical Safety in the Home
Understanding the importance of electrical safety, identifying common hazards, and learning safe practices for using electrical appliances.
Key Questions
- Identify common electrical hazards in the home.
- Explain the importance of earthing, fuses, and circuit breakers for electrical safety.
- Propose safe practices for using and maintaining electrical appliances.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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