Safety Procedures & PPE Flashcards

When working near energized overhead power lines, what is the minimum approach distance for unqualified workers?

Answer: 10 feet

OSHA requires unqualified workers to stay at least 10 feet away from energized overhead power lines up to 50kV.

Which class of hard hat provides the highest level of electrical protection?

Answer: Class B

Class B hard hats are tested to withstand 20,000 volts and are required for electrical utility work.

A BGE technician must enter a confined space with an oxygen level of 18.5%. What action should be taken?

Answer: Do not enter until ventilated to safe levels

Safe oxygen levels range from 19.5% to 23.5%; below 19.5% the space must be ventilated before entry.

What does a red tag on equipment indicate in BGE's lockout/tagout program?

Answer: Equipment is out of service and must not be operated

Red tags signal a danger condition — the equipment is unsafe and must remain de-energized until cleared.

Which type of glove is required when handling gas pipe fittings coated with joint compound solvents?

Answer: Chemical-resistant nitrile gloves

Nitrile gloves resist petroleum-based solvents and pipe dope compounds used in natural gas piping.

During an excavation job, a BGE crew discovers an unmarked utility line. What is the correct immediate action?

Answer: Stop all digging and call 811 for re-marking

Work must stop immediately and 811 must be contacted to identify and re-mark the unmarked utility.

What is the primary purpose of using a gas detector before opening a meter set in an enclosed space?

Answer: To detect combustible gas concentrations before creating an ignition risk

Gas detectors identify explosive concentrations of natural gas before any spark-producing work begins.