What is a good way to guard against electrical shock at your station?

Protecting yourself from electrical shock requires a comprehensive approach to safety at your station. Using three-wire cords ensures that the chassis of your equipment is tied to the electrical safety ground, providing a safe path to ground for stray currents. Connecting all AC-powered equipment to a common safety ground prevents hazardous voltage differences from developing between different pieces of gear. Furthermore, discharging high-voltage capacitors is critical before servicing, as they can hold a lethal electrical charge long after the equipment is unplugged. Because all of these practices address different critical aspects of electrical safety—proper handling of AC mains, preventing chassis potential differences, and managing stored DC energy—all the choices provided are correct and necessary for a safe station.