WorksheetsAvoiding Electrocution Hazards
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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.
