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Lights, Breaker Panel & Hazards ************************************************************************** Relevant Duret Applications: Prevent Electrical Injury from Current  Relevant Background:   Electrical injury  is a physiological reaction caused by  electric current  passing through the body. [2]  The injury depends on the density of the current, tissue resistance and duration of contact. [3]  Very small currents may be imperceptible or produce a light tingling sensation. A shock caused by low and otherwise harmless current could startle an individual and cause injury due to jerking away or falling. Stronger currents may cause some degree of discomfort or pain, while more intense currents may induce involuntary muscle contractions, preventing the person from breaking free of the source of electricity. [4]  Still larger currents result in tissue damage and may trigger  ventricular fibrillation  or  cardiac arrest . If d...

  Washroom Vanity Mirror Bulbs *************************************************************************************************************** Function: Reduce glare from Transparent bulbs using translucent ones for washrooms ** Hair trim/ shaving accidents ** Slip & Fall etc ***** Applications: Hotels , Motels ********** Relevant Background: "A light bulb produces light from electricity.[1] In addition to lighting a dark space, they can be used to show an electronic device is on, to direct traffic, for heat, and for many other purposes. Billions are in use, some even in outer space...Most light bulbs fit into a socket which provide a high voltage level of electricity. If the socket is turned on, even if the bulb is out, there is a real danger of an electric shock . Incandescent bulbs get very hot when they are turned on, and take some time to cool off. Touching the bulb when it is hot can cause burns . Most light bulbs are made of glass, which means that they can break ...