TLE-IA-EIM 10 2ND QUARTER EXAM

These are best for new installation and often have a nail built-in for quick attachment to the stud.

• Gem boxes

• Plastic boxes

• Drywall boxes

• Handy boxes

Commonly made boxes, usually 2” wide, 3” high and 2 1/2” deep and made of metal.

• Gem boxes

• Plastic boxes

• Drywall boxes

• Handy boxes

While working on a home renovation project, Anika discovered a type of electrical box that has expandable arms and can be mounted on a drywall.

• Gem boxes

• Plastic boxes

• Drywall boxes

• Handy boxes

Are surface mounted with rounded corners for safety.

• Gem boxes

• Plastic boxes

• Drywall boxes

• Handy boxes

They are also known as junction boxes or splice boxes. They are used to anchor ceiling fixtures and serve as a junction box where wires can meet and run into other areas of the room.

• Wall boxes

• Weather-proof Boxes

• Wall plates

• Ceiling Boxes

They are also known as an outdoor box. They are used for exterior switches or receptacles. They are thicker than interior boxes and have a rubber gasket between the cover and the box to keep out water.

• Wall boxes

• Weather-proof Boxes

• Wall plates

• Ceiling Boxes

They are known as faceplates or covers. They are flat metal, plastic, or wooden pieces that covers the openings in the wall made by receptacles and switches.

• Wall boxes

• Weather-proof Boxes

• Wall plates

• Ceiling Boxes

An Occupational Health Safety Act states the following causes of electrical

accidents EXCEPT one.

• Follow proper lockout/tagout procedures

• Unguarded live parts

• Faulty insulation

• Improper grounding

An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury.

• electric shock

• Electrical Safety

• Accident

• Electrical Hazard

A dangerous condition such that contact, or equipment failure can result in electric shock, arc-flash burn, thermal burn, or blast.

• electric shock

• Electrical Safety

• Accident

• Electrical Hazard