CAT Industry Knowledge and Safety Standards 5

Question 1

What does the BICSI certification 'RCDD' stand for, and how does it relate to commercial audio installations?

Accepted Answer

Registered Communications Distribution Designer — covers infrastructure including AV cabling pathways

Answer

RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) credential from BICSI is relevant to AV technicians because it covers the telecommunications infrastructure that supports AV systems.

Question 2

When terminating a balanced XLR connection, pin 1 is connected to which signal?

Accepted Answer

Shield/ground

Answer

In standard XLR wiring, pin 1 is shield/chassis ground, pin 2 is hot (+), and pin 3 is cold (−).

Question 3

A CAT technician is installing audio at a venue that hosts events with children. Which SPL limit is recommended by the WHO for children's exposure in recreational settings?

Accepted Answer

85 dB(A) LAeq and 110 dB peak

Answer

WHO recommends a maximum of 85 dB(A) LAeq with no more than 110 dB peak for recreational venues to prevent hearing damage.

Question 4

What is the required labeling for an electrical panel that has been locked out during a CAT technician's installation work?

Accepted Answer

A standardized LOTO tag identifying the technician, date, and reason for lockout

Answer

OSHA's Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) standard (29 CFR 1910.147) requires a standardized tag with the technician's name, contact, and reason whenever energy is isolated.

Question 5

Which professional organization administers the CTS-I (Certified Technology Specialist – Installation) credential relevant to commercial audio technicians?

Accepted Answer

AVIXA (Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association)

Answer

AVIXA administers the CTS family of credentials, including CTS-I which focuses on AV system installation competencies.

(CAT) Commercial Audio Technician Practice Test

(CAT) Commercial Audio Technician Practice Test

CAT Industry Knowledge and Safety Standards 5