Electrical Equipment and Plumbing Quiz

What are the restricted areas for electrical equipment known as?

• Zones

• Sections

• Divisions

• Areas

Why should socket outlets not be installed directly adjacent to a bath?

• For aesthetic reasons

• For convenience

• For safety reasons

• For cost reasons

What standard edition are the rules for the location of equipment like showers and jacuzzi pumps subject to?

• BS 7671 17th edition

• BS 7671 18th edition

• BS 7671 16th edition

• BS 7671 19th edition

What should be followed regarding the use of individual equipment within the zones?

• Personal preference

• Manufacturer's instructions

• Local customs

• Internet guidelines

What is an example of electrical equipment that can be installed within a bathroom?

• A) A boiler

• B) A refrigerator

• C) A washing machine

• D) A microwave

According to the general rule, where should electrical equipment be located in a bathroom?

• A) Inside zones 0, 1, and 2

• B) Outside zones 0, 1, and 2

• C) In zone 1 only

• D) In zone 2 only

Where should the fused spur feeding electrical equipment in a bathroom be located?

• A) Inside the bathroom

• B) Outside the bathroom

• C) In zone 1

• D) In zone 2

What is a safety measure for electrical equipment in a bathroom regarding water contact?

• A) It can be touched while touching water

• B) It cannot be touched while touching water

• C) It should be submerged in water

• D) It should be placed near water

How should electrical equipment ideally be protected in a bathroom?

• A) Left open to air

• B) Protected from mist and steam

• C) Covered with a towel

• D) Placed on the floor

What should all equipment installed in a bathroom be protected by?

• A) A circuit breaker

• B) An RCD

• C) A fuse

• D) A surge protector