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What is required when an employee is working within the restricted approach boundary?
What is required when an employee is working within the restricted approach boundary?
What should arc-rated clothing worn to protect an employee cover?
What should arc-rated clothing worn to protect an employee cover?
What is the general requirement for protective equipment maintenance?
What is the general requirement for protective equipment maintenance?
What is required for the head area protection when working within the arc flash boundary?
What is required for the head area protection when working within the arc flash boundary?
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What type of underlayers generally provide a higher system arc rating?
What type of underlayers generally provide a higher system arc rating?
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What should be done to potentially exposed areas according to the text?
What should be done to potentially exposed areas according to the text?
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What should be avoided in terms of clothing fit?
What should be avoided in terms of clothing fit?
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What should the selected garment do in relation to the work task?
What should the selected garment do in relation to the work task?
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What should the design of an arc flash suit permit?
What should the design of an arc flash suit permit?
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When should an arc-rated hood be used?
When should an arc-rated hood be used?
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What should face shields have in terms of arc rating?
What should face shields have in terms of arc rating?
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What should be worn under face shields or hoods for eye protection?
What should be worn under face shields or hoods for eye protection?
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What is the minimum thickness for heavy-duty leather gloves?
What is the minimum thickness for heavy-duty leather gloves?
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What type of footwear shall be used in exposures greater than 4 cal/cm2?
What type of footwear shall be used in exposures greater than 4 cal/cm2?
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What materials shall not be used for arc-rated clothing?
What materials shall not be used for arc-rated clothing?
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What is the primary purpose of arc-rated apparel fit?
What is the primary purpose of arc-rated apparel fit?
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What type of protective equipment is necessary in areas with potential exposure to an electric arc flash above the threshold incident energy level?
What type of protective equipment is necessary in areas with potential exposure to an electric arc flash above the threshold incident energy level?
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In what situations is nonconductive protective equipment for face, neck, and chin required?
In what situations is nonconductive protective equipment for face, neck, and chin required?
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What is mandatory whenever there is a danger of injury from electric arcs, flashes, or flying objects?
What is mandatory whenever there is a danger of injury from electric arcs, flashes, or flying objects?
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What is required for employees inside the arc flash boundary?
What is required for employees inside the arc flash boundary?
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What is necessary for protection against step and touch potential?
What is necessary for protection against step and touch potential?
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What type of garments are not permitted in fabric underlayers, with an exception for incidental elastic use?
What type of garments are not permitted in fabric underlayers, with an exception for incidental elastic use?
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What is required for electric shock protection in terms of hand and arm protection?
What is required for electric shock protection in terms of hand and arm protection?
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What type of protective equipment must be used for worker protection from electric shock and arc flash hazards?
What type of protective equipment must be used for worker protection from electric shock and arc flash hazards?
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What is permitted as underlayers in conjunction with arc-rated garments in a layered system?
What is permitted as underlayers in conjunction with arc-rated garments in a layered system?
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What is required for maintenance and use of electrical protective equipment?
What is required for maintenance and use of electrical protective equipment?
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What must outer layers worn over arc-rated clothing be made from?
What must outer layers worn over arc-rated clothing be made from?
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What type of fibers are not permitted in fabric underlayers, except for incidental elastic use?
What type of fibers are not permitted in fabric underlayers, except for incidental elastic use?
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Study Notes
Electrical Safety Equipment Requirements Summary
- Employees must wear nonconductive head protection in areas with a risk of head injury from electric shock, burns, or flying objects.
- Nonconductive protective equipment for face, neck, and chin is required in danger of injury from electric arcs, flashes, or flying objects.
- Eye protection is mandatory whenever there is a danger of injury from electric arcs, flashes, or flying objects.
- Hearing protection is required for employees inside the arc flash boundary.
- Arc-rated clothing is necessary in areas with potential exposure to an electric arc flash above the threshold incident energy level.
- Hand and arm protection requirements include rubber insulating gloves and protectors for electric shock protection.
- Maintenance and use of electrical protective equipment must be in a safe, reliable condition, with regular inspections.
- Insulated footwear is required for protection against step and touch potential, with dielectric footwear mandated.
- Protective clothing and equipment for worker protection from electric shock and arc flash hazards must be used, covering associated body parts.
- Nonmelting, flammable fiber garments are permitted as underlayers in conjunction with arc-rated garments in a layered system.
- Outer layers worn over arc-rated clothing must also be made from arc-rated material.
- Meltable fibers such as acetate, nylon, polyester, polypropylene, and spandex are not permitted in fabric underlayers, with an exception for incidental elastic use.
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Test your knowledge of electrical safety equipment requirements with this quiz. Learn about the essential protective gear and clothing needed to prevent injury from electric shock, arc flashes, and other workplace hazards.
