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What should be done prior to any authorized work on live electrical circuits?
What should be done prior to any authorized work on live electrical circuits?
- Isolate the transformers
- Comply with safety requirements (correct)
- Prepare a Joint Supply Agreement (JSA)
- Prepare a Hot Work permit
Who is responsible for supervising the isolation of breakers at medium voltage levels above 400 V and up to 13.8 kilo V?
Who is responsible for supervising the isolation of breakers at medium voltage levels above 400 V and up to 13.8 kilo V?
- Electrical Maintenance Personnel (correct)
- Safety Inspectors
- Engineering Department
- Operation personnel
What should be done when de-energizing transformers according to the text?
What should be done when de-energizing transformers according to the text?
- Open the breakers for both primary and secondary
- Close the ground switches
- Isolate the transformers from all supplies
- Draw out the respective fuses (correct)
Who should enter an enclosure containing high voltage circuits?
Who should enter an enclosure containing high voltage circuits?
What should be done with keys of enclosures containing high voltage apparatus?
What should be done with keys of enclosures containing high voltage apparatus?
In what condition should female plugs be kept according to the text?
In what condition should female plugs be kept according to the text?
How should live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or more be guarded against according to the text?
How should live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or more be guarded against according to the text?
What should be provided if flexible cords are exposed to sparks or molten slogs?
What should be provided if flexible cords are exposed to sparks or molten slogs?
What is required for temporary electrical connections and flexible cords to conform to according to the text?
What is required for temporary electrical connections and flexible cords to conform to according to the text?
What action should be taken by live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or more?
What action should be taken by live parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or more?
Who is responsible for ensuring that all electrical maintenance adheres to the provided Method in the TPC plant?
Who is responsible for ensuring that all electrical maintenance adheres to the provided Method in the TPC plant?
What should be done with tools that have defective cords or exposed wiring?
What should be done with tools that have defective cords or exposed wiring?
Which type of ladders are recommended for work on electrical systems?
Which type of ladders are recommended for work on electrical systems?
What is the requirement for portable electrical tools and cables before use?
What is the requirement for portable electrical tools and cables before use?
Who is permitted to work on electrical equipment according to the guidelines?
Who is permitted to work on electrical equipment according to the guidelines?
What should be done before de-energizing electrical equipment?
What should be done before de-energizing electrical equipment?
What is the significance of adhering to the Method in any electrical work activity?
What is the significance of adhering to the Method in any electrical work activity?
What should be done if wires, switches, etc. need maintenance?
What should be done if wires, switches, etc. need maintenance?
If a new employee wants to work on electrical systems, what should be considered?
If a new employee wants to work on electrical systems, what should be considered?
What happens if an unqualified person attempts to work on electrical equipment?
What happens if an unqualified person attempts to work on electrical equipment?
When can work be performed on electrical equipment?
When can work be performed on electrical equipment?
What are employees required to do if any defects are detected in portable electrical equipment?
What are employees required to do if any defects are detected in portable electrical equipment?
What must be done if broken switches and sockets are found?
What must be done if broken switches and sockets are found?
What must be done before using personal protective equipment for work on electrical live equipment?
What must be done before using personal protective equipment for work on electrical live equipment?
What should employees do if there is a potential for injury, fire, explosion, or property damage during electrical work?
What should employees do if there is a potential for injury, fire, explosion, or property damage during electrical work?
How far away must employees keep themselves and any material from overhead power lines/conductors?
How far away must employees keep themselves and any material from overhead power lines/conductors?
What is the requirement regarding opening receptacle covers or switch plates of electrical equipment?
What is the requirement regarding opening receptacle covers or switch plates of electrical equipment?
What action is needed before working on systems with static storage devices like capacitors?
What action is needed before working on systems with static storage devices like capacitors?
What is the maximum voltage limit for temporary electrical equipment used inside confined spaces?
What is the maximum voltage limit for temporary electrical equipment used inside confined spaces?
What should be done to ensure the safe use of temporary electrical facilities in confined spaces?
What should be done to ensure the safe use of temporary electrical facilities in confined spaces?
What should be checked in grounding clamps and cables for temporary electrical equipment?
What should be checked in grounding clamps and cables for temporary electrical equipment?
Why should temporary electrical equipment not be used as permanent equipment?
Why should temporary electrical equipment not be used as permanent equipment?
Who must authorize individuals to work on de-energized transmission and distribution circuits or apparatus?
Who must authorize individuals to work on de-energized transmission and distribution circuits or apparatus?
What is the maximum allowed ground resistance while carrying out grounding?
What is the maximum allowed ground resistance while carrying out grounding?
