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Which of the following is NOT an employer requirement to protect workers from electrical hazards?
Which of the following is NOT an employer requirement to protect workers from electrical hazards?
- Implement an ISO standard for electrical safety
- Provide ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection
- Require employees to wear electrically insulated gloves at all times (correct)
- Ensure power tools are maintained in safe condition
What is the primary purpose of a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
What is the primary purpose of a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
- To provide a path for electrical current to safely flow to ground
- To prevent electrical overloads caused by excessive current draw
- To detect and interrupt ground faults that could lead to electrical shocks (correct)
- To isolate electrical circuits during maintenance and repair work
Which type of GFCI provides protection for personnel by continuously monitoring the circuit and interrupting power if a ground fault is detected?
Which type of GFCI provides protection for personnel by continuously monitoring the circuit and interrupting power if a ground fault is detected?
- Portable GFCI
- Circuit breaker GFCI
- Outlet GFCI
- All of the above (correct)
What is the primary reason for implementing lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when working on or near electrical circuits and equipment?
What is the primary reason for implementing lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when working on or near electrical circuits and equipment?
Which statement is TRUE regarding the use of power strips and portable heaters?
Which statement is TRUE regarding the use of power strips and portable heaters?
What is the primary purpose of marking breakers and disconnect means with appropriate labeling?
What is the primary purpose of marking breakers and disconnect means with appropriate labeling?
Which of the following statements regarding double-insulated tools is FALSE?
Which of the following statements regarding double-insulated tools is FALSE?
What is the primary reason for establishing and implementing an ISO standard for electrical safety in the workplace?
What is the primary reason for establishing and implementing an ISO standard for electrical safety in the workplace?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
What is the primary reason for ensuring that power tools are maintained in a safe condition?
What is the primary reason for ensuring that power tools are maintained in a safe condition?
