Philippine Electrical Code Quiz

Why change the PEC?

• Existing provisions became unsafe

• Technical revisions

• Improve clarity and usability

• New technologies and requirements

• Editorial Improvements

What are the categories of PEC Rules?

• Mandatory Rules

• Advisory Rules

What is the purpose of the Philippine Electrical Code?

• Practical Safeguarding

• Adequacy

• Intention

• Relation to Other International Standards

What does the Philippine Electrical Code cover?

• Public and private buildings

• Electric generating plants

• Industrial plants

• Transformer stations

• Airfields

What is the legal obligation of Electrical Engineers or Electrical Practitioners?

• To prioritize cost over safety in electrical projects.
• To adhere to safety standards and regulations in electrical work.
• To design electrical systems without any regulations.
• To ignore local electrical codes and standards.

What is required before undertaking any electrical installation?

• An Electrical Permit

• A Certificate of Electrical Inspection

• No requirements needed

• A local building official's approval

What is the ampacity requirement for branch circuit conductors supplying a single motor?

• 100% of the full-load current

• 125% of the full-load current

• 150% of the full-load current

• 115% of the full-load current

What should be the location of a disconnecting means for motor circuits?

• Within sight from the motor controller

• At least 10 feet away from the motor

• In a separate room

• Next to the main electrical panel

What information must a motor be marked with?

• Manufacturer’s Name

• Rated Volts and Full-load Amperes

• Rated Frequency and Number of Phases

• All of the above

What is the maximum size of drawing sheets for electrical plans?

• 760 mm x 1,000 mm

• 600 mm x 900 mm

• 500 mm x 760 mm

• All of the above