12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of performing an arc flash risk assessment?
To identify arc flash hazards
What should be considered when estimating the likelihood and severity of injury or damage to health in an arc flash risk assessment?
The design of the electrical equipment and its operating time
What should be determined when additional protective measures are required, including the use of PPE?
Appropriate safety-related work practices
According to the informational note, in what situations do closed doors typically not provide enough protection to eliminate the need for PPE?
When the state of the equipment is known to readily change
Which method shall be used for the selection of arc flash PPE?
Both methods shall be used on the same piece of equipment
What is the distance at which the arc flash boundary shall be determined?
Both a and b
What shall be used by the employee based on the incident energy exposure associated with the specific task?
Both arc-rated clothing and other PPE
How often should the incident energy analysis be reviewed for accuracy?
At intervals not to exceed 5 years
What is used as the basis for the incident energy exposure level?
Working distance of the employee’s face and chest areas from a prospective arc source
When can the arc flash boundary be determined by Table 130.7(C)(15)(a) or Table 130.7(C)(15)(b)?
When there are specific requirements for using these tables
What is not permitted regarding the results of an incident energy analysis for specifying an arc flash PPE category?
Specifying an arc flash PPE category in Table 130.7(C)(15)(c)
What should be used for any parts of the body that are closer than the working distance at which the incident energy was determined?
Additional PPE based on the incident energy exposure
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