Rubber Insulating Equipment Testing Quiz

According to OSHA, when should rubber line hose be tested?

• Every month

• After repair or when the insulating value is suspect

• Every two years

• Only before first use

How often should rubber insulating gloves be tested after the first use?

• Every month

• Every six months

• Every year

• Every two years

What is one of the defects that would make insulating equipment unusable?

• Slight discoloration

• Holes, tears, punctures, or cuts

• Minor scratches

• Faded labels

What should be done to live-line tools each day before use?

• Painted

• Wiped clean and visually inspected

• Tested for voltage

• Stored in a dry place

How often should rubber insulating blankets be tested after the first use?

• Every month

• Every six months

• Every 12 months

• Every two years

What is the required testing interval for rubber insulating sleeves after the first use?

• Every month

• Every six months

• Every 12 months

• Every two years

What voltage is used for testing fiberglass live-line tools?

• 100,000 volts per foot

• 50,000 volts per foot

• 75,000 volts per foot

• 25,000 volts per foot

What should be done to hot sticks used for primary employee protection every two years?

• Painted

• Removed from service for examination, cleaning, repair, and testing

• Tested for voltage

• Stored in a dry place

Which of the following is NOT a defect that would make insulating equipment unusable?

• Ozone cutting or ozone checking

• Embedded foreign objects

• Slight discoloration

• Texture changes, including swelling, softening, hardening, or becoming sticky or inelastic

What is the purpose of daily inspection of live-line tools?

• To ensure they are aesthetically pleasing

• To check for defects before use

• To verify the manufacturer's warranty

• To confirm the color coding