Electrical Inspection and Testing Quiz

What is initial verification according to the regulations?

• The final inspection and test on a new installation or a new circuit

• The first inspection and test on a new installation or a new circuit

• The inspection and test of an installation that is not new

• The inspection and test of an existing installation or circuit

What should be done on completion of the verification according to the regulations?

• Prepare a list of defects for the customer

• Prepare a certificate for the customer

• Prepare a quotation for the customer

• Prepare a report for the customer

What is the minimum insulation resistance reading for a new installation?

• Above 100 kilo ohms

• Above 100 mega ohms

• Above 1 mega ohm

• Above 10 mega ohms

What is the correct sequence of testing for an installation?

• Insulation resistance, continuity of conductors, polarity, earth fault loop impedance

• Polarity, insulation resistance, continuity of conductors, earth fault loop impedance

• Continuity of conductors, insulation resistance, polarity, earth fault loop impedance

• Continuity of conductors, polarity, insulation resistance, earth fault loop impedance

What is the purpose of periodic testing according to the regulations?

• To identify installation defects

• To verify the installation before being put into service

• To advise the client on the safety of the installation

• To ensure the installation is safe for continued use

What must an inspector not do according to the regulations?

• Partially dismantle an installation in order to carry out an inspection and test

• Advise the client that installations to previous editions of regulations are unsafe

• Work on a dead circuit

• Identify installation defects

What is the process after an electrical installation condition report deems an installation unsatisfactory?

• A list of defects and observations must be created

• The installation must be isolated immediately

• The installation must be declared satisfactory

• The installation must be reinspected

What is the test voltage for insulation resistance testing?

• 230 volts AC

• 500 volts DC

• 500 volts AC

• 400 volts AC

What is the minimum insulation resistance reading for an installation above 50 volts and less than 500 volts?

• Above 100 mega ohms

• Above 10 mega ohms

• Above 1 mega ohm

• Above 1 kilo ohm

What should be done if surge protective devices are installed in the circuit?

• They should be removed before testing

• They should be bypassed during testing

• They should be tested at a lower voltage

• They should be tested separately