Electrical Safety and Construction Standards Quiz

Working on live circuits increases the risk of electric shock and should be avoided.

GFCIs detect ground faults and quickly interrupt the circuit to prevent electric shock.

GFCIs prevent electric shock by quickly interrupting the circuit upon detecting ground faults.

Maintaining a distance of 10 feet reduces the risk of accidental contact with power lines.

PPE includes gear like gloves and goggles to protect against electrical hazards.

Maintaining a distance of 10 feet reduces the risk of accidental contact with power lines.

NEC provides guidelines for safe electrical installations and practices.

White or gray wires indicate neutral current and help prevent miswiring.

Using proper replacement components ensures equipment safety and functionality.

Junction boxes provide a safe enclosure for wire connections to prevent hazards.

Lockout/tagout procedures prevent accidental activation of equipment during maintenance.

Arc flash hazard analysis assesses the risk of dangerous electrical discharges.

Grounding systems divert fault currents away from equipment and prevent shocks.

Lockout/tagout procedures ensure equipment is safely de-energized for maintenance.

Insulation resistance tests check for faults or degradation in insulation.