Short Circuit, Earth Fault or Overload : Which One's Worse?

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Electricity is essential in our daily lives, but when things go wrong, the consequences can be dangerous—from overheating wires to shock hazards and even fires! In this video, we break down the different types of electrical faults and how they occur, helping you stay informed and safe. 🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ The main types of electrical faults ✅ How overcurrent happens (overload vs. negligible impedance faults) ✅ The dangers of short circuits and earth faults ✅ Why high-impedance faults (like electric shocks) are so dangerous ✅ How RCDs protect you—but why they’re NOT a substitute for safety precautions Validate your learning 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BGCircuitProtection 📺 Next Video in the Series: ➡️ Watch how an MCB works & decode its symbols! https://youtu.be/yGjOH7ohK0U! ⚡ Stay safe, stay informed, and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more expert electrical training! 📩 Got questions or thoughts? Drop them in the comments, and let’s discuss! 🔔 Like & Share this video if you found it useful! ========= Time Stamps ⏱ 00:00 - Introduction: Preventing Electrical Faults 00:10 - Understanding Electrical Faults 00:19 - Free Training & CPD Certification: https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/critical-circuit-protection-in-association-with-bg-electrical 00:33 - Types of Electrical Faults: Overcurrent 00:53 - What is Overcurrent? 00:57 - Overcurrent Fault Types: Overload & Negligible Impedance 01:03 - What is Overload? 01:40 - Overload Example: Socket Circuits & Heaters 02:03 - Overload in Motors & Equipment 02:39 - How Motors Overload & Burn Out 02:49 - What is a Fault of Negligible Impedance? 03:19 - Short Circuit Faults Explained 03:42 - Short Circuit in Three-Phase Circuits 04:00 - What is an Earth Fault? 04:18 - The Dangers of Earth Faults 04:22 - High Impedance Faults & Electric Shocks 04:36 - Why Small Currents Can Be Deadly 05:04 - Can an RCD Protect You? 05:27 - RCD Protection & Limitations 05:36 - Summary: Different Types of Electrical Faults 05:53 - Next Video: Understanding MCBs: https://youtu.be/yGjOH7ohK0U 05:57 - Thank You for Watching! #ElectricalSafety #Overcurrent #ShortCircuit