CEA Safety Standards & Regulations

Question 1

What is the main purpose of safety standards in electrical work?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safe installation and operation

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To increase wiring complexity

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To reduce electrical efficiency

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To speed up installations

Question 2

What does PPE stand for in electrical safety?

Accepted Answer

Personal Protective Equipment

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Primary Power Equipment

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Personal Power Energy

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Protective Power Element

Question 3

Which agency publishes the National Electrical Code (NEC)?

Accepted Answer

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Question 4

What is Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)?

Accepted Answer

A safety procedure to isolate energy sources

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A method to increase current flow

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A wiring technique

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A type of circuit breaker

Question 5

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

Class C extinguisher

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Class A extinguisher

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Class B extinguisher

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Water extinguisher

Question 6

What is the minimum safe distance from energized electrical lines?

Accepted Answer

At least 10 feet

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At least 1 foot

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No distance needed

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At least 50 feet

Question 7

Which device protects people from electrical shock?

Accepted Answer

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

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Fuse

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Circuit breaker

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Transformer

Question 8

Why should electrical tools be insulated?

Accepted Answer

To prevent electrical current from passing through the user

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To increase tool weight

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To conduct electricity better

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To reduce tool size

Question 9

Who is responsible for electrical safety on a job site?

Accepted Answer

Every worker on the site

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Only the site manager

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Only the electricians

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Only safety inspectors