Avoiding Electrocution Hazards

Which of the following answer options are ways to stay safe around overhead power lines?

• Be sure the utility company has confirmed the safe working distance from the power lines

• Do not use a boom cage guard

• Use conductive ladders to access areas near power lines.

• Store materials under power lines.

Which of the following is true about Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)?

• They don't need to be tested regularly

• GFCIs test for electrocution

• There is only one type of GFCI

• Each type of GFCI needs to be tested per the guidelines of the type

A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is designed to do which of the following?

• Detect Ground Faults

• Detect any amount of electricity

• Shut down the power to the entire grid upon detection of a fault

What electrical hazard is present in this image?

• Power line proximity

• Energized sources

• Flexible cord hazards

What electrical hazard is present in this image?

• Power line proximity

• Energized sources

• Flexible cord hazards

Which of the following answer options are ways you can avoid power tool and equipment hazards in your workplace?

• Replace equipment with damaged cords

• Keep cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and water

• Make sure the cords aren't damaged during use

• Use the appropriate PPE

• Use double insulated tools

Your employer can protect you from overhead power lines by requiring you to maintain a safe distance from the lines when working and by having the power company install insulated sleeves over the power lines. What else can your employer do to protect you from overhead power lines?

• Work closely to power lines

• Have the power company de-energize and ground the power lines

• Use sharps around power lines

• Have cranes operate near the power lines.

Electrical circuits must be locked out and tagged out before electricians work on any equipment. Is this true or false?

• True

• False

Why are overhead and buried power lines especially hazardous to workers?

• They are very heavy

• They can carry bloodborne pathogens

• They carry extremely high voltage

• They can conceal sharp edges

When should you exercise extreme caution around power lines?

• When a qualified person determines it to be necessary

• Whenever you work around them

• When there have been accidents in similar situations recently

• Only when you work with cranes near power lines.