WorksheetsModule 26102-23 – Safety for Electricians
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
PPE reduces the risk of injury by:
providing a barrier between hazards and the body
increasing exposure to hazards
making tasks more difficult
eliminating all workplace risks
OSHA requirements for electrical PPE include which of the following?
Proper selection, use, and maintenance of PPE
Saturday's are for the Boys
Ignoring PPE if equipment looks safe
Using PPE only during emergencies
Selecting and using electrical PPE involves which of the following steps?
Identifying hazards, choosing appropriate PPE, inspecting equipment, and using PPE correctly
Wearing any available PPE without inspection
Using PPE only when equipment is faulty
Selecting PPE based on color preference
Select the correct steps to properly select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as an electrician.
Identify hazards, choose appropriate PPE, inspect PPE for damage, and wear PPE correctly.
Choose any available PPE, wear it without inspection, and ignore fit.
Use PPE only when convenient and share with others.
Select PPE based on color preference and style.
One type of PPE used on electrical jobs is ________ insulating gloves and sleeves.
Rubber
Plastic
Leather
Hot Dogs
One type of PPE used on electrical jobs is ________-resistant clothing.
Arc
Water
Fire
Chemical
One type of PPE used on electrical jobs is safety ________ and shields.
glasses
boots
hats
belts
Which of the following is NOT a type of PPE used on electrical jobs?
Rubber insulating gloves and sleeves
Arc-resistant clothing
Safety glasses and shields
Flip-flops
The following will help you determine what PPE to use on electrical jobs:
The type of hazard present
The color of the equipment
The number of workers on site
The weather conditions
According to the section 'Selecting and Using Electrical Safety Equipment', which of the following hard hats are required for electrical workers?
Class E or Class G electrical-rated hard hats and climbing-style hard hats
Class C hard hats
Metal hard hats
No hard hats required
According to the section 'Selecting and Using Electrical Safety Equipment', electrical workers require insulated rubber gloves, rubber sleeves, and _________
rubber blankets
plastic aprons
cotton towels
leather belts
Before using rubber gloves, what two tests should be performed?
Water test and fire test
Visual inspection and air test
Heat test and cold test
None of the above
If you are unsure about the condition of a rubber glove, you should send it for ________ and testing.
evaluation
cleaning
Lunch
labeling
insulated blankets should be used on the floor?
True
False
How often should you inspect and test insulated blankets? Inspect blankets before each use and test _______.
yearly
monthly
weekly
daily
What is the main purpose of a hot stick?
To keep you at a safe distance from the energized part or line
To measure voltage
To cut wires
To provide lighting
A hot stick is a handheld insulated tool designed for ________ and disconnecting switches.
connecting
measuring
painting
locking
A hot stick is used for removing and inserting ________.
fuses
wires
bolts
switches
Remove and install low-voltage cartridge fuses with a ________ or fiberglass fuse puller.
plastic
metal
wooden
rubber
Use a ________ before working on de-energized circuits with capacitors installed.
discharge probe
voltage tester
insulation tape
wire stripper
The light and heat produced from an electric arc that has enough electrical energy to cause substantial damage, fire, and even injury is called an _________.
Arc flash
Short circuit
Ground fault
Overload
A manually operated insulated tool designed for disconnecting switches, removing and inserting fuses, applying and removing temporary grounds, and testing is called a _________?
Hot stick
Cold rod
Live tester
Ground clamp
A person who has little or no training in avoiding electrical hazards when working on or near exposed energized parts is called an ___________.
Unqualified person
Qualified electrician
Certified inspector
Licensed engineer
Periodic inspection and testing of protective equipment is required by
ANSI
OSHA
DOL
NEMA
Rubber protective equipment with a white tag is rated for _______.
7,500 VAC
1,000 VAC
15,000 VAC
20,000 VAC
