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electric power plant 20/08/2014

Electricity From Renewable Sources

August 20, 2013 For thousands of years, technology has been deployed to take advantage of the force of nature, think of the sails on ships for example. As the world’s need for energy increased and we realised that fossil fuel supplies wouldn’t last forever, engineers began to look at nature as a power source. Today we are well on our way to meeting the challenge of renewable energy. So how is the world today facing up to its renewable energy responsibilities? Today we investigate Hydro Electricity. Hydroelectric power, using the... Read More

picture of tangled wires 16/07/2014

Electrical Safety in the Workplace

July 16, 2014 Electrical hazards exist in all workplaces, from large construction sites to the local village post offices. Electricity can severely injure and cause death, as well as causing excessive damage to buildings which is why it is important to take simple precautions to avoid the risk of injury to yourself and your colleagues at work. Here is a brief guide on how to easily prevent some typical hazards which occur in the work place. Misuse of Extension Cords Extension cords as a whole are only intended to be a... Read More

picture of a fire extinguisher 09/09/2013

The Importance of Fire Extinguishers

September 9, 2013 Businesses are strongly recommended to keep fire extinguishers at their place of work. These extinguishers not only reduce the potential damage caused by a fire but also help reduce insurance premiums. There are many different types of fire extinguishers which have many different uses. How do extinguishers work? At the top of the extinguisher, there is a small cylinder filled with compressed gas. A release valve at the top acts as a locking mechanism and prevents any gas from escaping. When you pull the safety pin out... Read More