Electricians and the Mystery of the Red Light Tester Explained!

Why Electricians Stay Safe Around Electricity!

An Instagram reel showed an electrician with current in his body, and a tester turned red!

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Electricians use special gloves and shoes to block electricity, keeping them safe.

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The tester turned red because it detected voltage, but low voltage isn’t always dangerous.

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Low current passed through the electrician—too low to harm him.

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He might have been standing on an insulated surface, so the current had nowhere to go.

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Electricians know how to handle electricity safely, even in tricky situations.

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Electricians know what they’re doing. Don’t try this at home!

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Electricians stay safe because they have the right gear and knowledge. Trust the pros with electricity!

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