BGE Code Compliance & Standards 3

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 70B

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

Class 4 (36,000V rated)

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

90%

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

ANSI C84.1

Answer

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

(BGE) Baltimore Gas and Electric Practice Test

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BGE Code Compliance & Standards 3