Hello,
I have a question regarding the shock hazard of common electric motors, the type that you find on table saws, grinders etc. I'd really appreciate the advice of any professional electricians if it's possible.
In the event that the grounding of the motor fails, could it cause the floor( cement) to become live? What if I touched the motor, could the current go through me a make the ground unsafe for others to stand on? Could it travel up the walls as well?
My shop is located in a basement so some of the walls are cement and some are wood.
i also use equipment outside on dirt, grass and gravel that is sometimes wet. I didn't know if that would make things worse or not.
Thank you very much for any assistance or articles that someone may refer me to.
I have a question regarding the shock hazard of common electric motors, the type that you find on table saws, grinders etc. I'd really appreciate the advice of any professional electricians if it's possible.
In the event that the grounding of the motor fails, could it cause the floor( cement) to become live? What if I touched the motor, could the current go through me a make the ground unsafe for others to stand on? Could it travel up the walls as well?
My shop is located in a basement so some of the walls are cement and some are wood.
i also use equipment outside on dirt, grass and gravel that is sometimes wet. I didn't know if that would make things worse or not.
Thank you very much for any assistance or articles that someone may refer me to.