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  1. Under OSHA 1910.269, the minimum approach distance (MAD) for unqualified workers near energized 13.2 kV distribution lines is:

    Answer: 10 feet

    OSHA 1910.269 Table R-6 requires unqualified persons to maintain a 10-foot limited approach distance from energized lines up to 50 kV.

  2. Which NFPA standard provides guidance on the safe design, installation, and testing of electrical systems in existing facilities, often used during BGE substation maintenance audits?

    Answer: NFPA 70B

    NFPA 70B is the Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance, covering inspection and testing of existing electrical systems.

  3. A BGE crew must work on a 34.5 kV line. Per IEEE Std 516, which tool insulation class is required for live-line work at this voltage?

    Answer: Class 4 (36,000V rated)

    IEEE Std 516 specifies Class 4 insulating tools (rated 36,000V) for live-line work on systems up to 36 kV phase-to-ground.

  4. Maryland PSC regulations require BGE to restore power to what percentage of customers within 24 hours following a major storm event?

    Answer: 90%

    Maryland PSC outage restoration benchmarks require utilities like BGE to restore approximately 90% of affected customers within 24 hours of a major storm.

  5. Which standard defines voltage tolerances on the BGE distribution system, specifying acceptable voltage ranges at the point of customer delivery?

    Answer: ANSI C84.1

    ANSI C84.1 establishes the voltage ranges (Range A and Range B) for electric power systems at the point of delivery to the customer.

  6. Under the NESC, what is the required minimum working clearance between a lineman and an energized 4 kV conductor when using rubber gloves rated for 7,500V?

    Answer: The MAD per NESC Table 441-1 must also be observed

    Rubber glove ratings provide protection at the point of contact, but NESC Table 441-1 minimum approach distances must still be respected for the body and other conductive objects.

  7. When BGE installs underground residential distribution (URD) cable in a conduit under a public sidewalk, what minimum cover depth does the NEC (Table 300.5) require for PVC conduit (Schedule 80)?

    Answer: 12 inches

    NEC Table 300.5 requires only 12 inches of cover for rigid PVC conduit (Schedule 80) under a concrete sidewalk.