Electrical Safety Quiz

What is the purpose of a lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure?

• To ensure equipment is operated safely by anyone

• To take equipment out of service until an authorized person removes the lock

• To increase the speed of equipment operation

• To permanently disable equipment

What does the term "ground" refer to in electrical safety?

• A type of electrical device

• The conducting connection between electrical equipment and the earth

• A method to increase voltage

• A type of electrical circuit

Why is grounding important in electrical circuits?

• It increases the voltage

• It provides a path for electrical current to the earth

• It decreases the current

• It disconnects the circuit

In what situation would proximity work be necessary?

• When working directly on a hazard

• When working near a hazard without contact

• When working in a hazard-free zone

• When working in a controlled environment

What does a lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure prevent?

• Equipment maintenance

• Unauthorized operation of equipment

• Equipment repair

• Equipment cleaning

What is the reaction to a current of 0.001 amps?

• Slight shock

• Faint tingle

• Painful shock

• Extreme pain

Which common item uses a current of 0.005 amps?

• Watch battery

• Christmas tree bulb

• 9-volt battery

• Small electric radio

Which tool uses a current of 10 amps and above?

• Jigsaw

• ShopVac

• Small electric radio

• Christmas tree bulb

Which common item uses a current of 0.001 amps?

• Watch battery

• 9-volt battery

• Small electric radio

• Jigsaw

Which common item uses a current of 0.006–0.025 amps?

• Watch battery

• Christmas tree bulb

• 9-volt battery

• Small electric radio