BICSI Certification BICSI Grounding and Bonding

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of bonding in telecommunications systems?

Accepted Answer

To equalize electrical potential and reduce shock hazards

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To increase signal strength

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To extend cable run distances

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To improve bandwidth performance

Question 2

Which standard governs grounding and bonding for telecommunications in commercial buildings in the United States?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/J-STD-607

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ANSI/TIA-568

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ANSI/TIA-942

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IEEE 802.3

Question 3

What does TMGB stand for in telecommunications grounding?

Accepted Answer

Telecommunications Main Grounding Busbar

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Telecommunications Main Ground Busway

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Terminal Management Ground Board

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Trunking Main Ground Bond

Question 4

What is the minimum conductor size specified for the Telecommunications Bonding Backbone (TBB)?

Accepted Answer

3/0 AWG

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6 AWG

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1/0 AWG

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4 AWG

Question 5

What is the function of a Telecommunications Grounding Busbar (TGB)?

Accepted Answer

A busbar located in each telecommunications room that connects to the TMGB via the TBB

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A busbar used exclusively in data centers for server bonding

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A grounding bar mounted outside the building for lightning protection

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A device that monitors ground faults in the telecommunications system

Question 6

Which material is most commonly specified for grounding busbars in telecommunications rooms?

Accepted Answer

Copper

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Aluminum

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Steel

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Stainless steel

Question 7

What is the Bonding Conductor for Telecommunications (BCT) used for?

Accepted Answer

Connecting the TMGB to the building's electrical service grounding electrode system

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Bonding individual cables within a conduit run

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Connecting fiber optic cable messenger wires

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Linking wireless access points to grounding busbars