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Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework Flashcards

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  1. Which federal agency enforces the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) electrical standards in general industry?

    Answer: OSHA

    OSHA enforces the OSH Act and issues electrical safety standards such as 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S for general industry.

  2. Under the NEC, a 'qualified person' performing electrical work must demonstrate knowledge and skills related to:

    Answer: Construction and operation of equipment and the hazards involved

    NEC Article 100 defines a qualified person as one with skills and knowledge of the construction and operation of equipment and the hazards involved.

  3. When a conflict exists between the NEC and a local amendment adopted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), which takes precedence?

    Answer: The local amendment adopted by the AHJ takes precedence

    When a local jurisdiction adopts amendments to the NEC, the local amendment supersedes the NEC provision within that jurisdiction.

  4. A Master Electrician discovers mid-project that a previously issued permit has expired. What is the correct course of action?

    Answer: Obtain a permit extension or renewal before continuing work

    Expired permits must be renewed or extended through the AHJ before work may continue, as working under an expired permit is a code violation.

  5. Which NEC article governs the installation of services, feeders, and branch circuits in one- and two-family dwellings?

    Answer: Article 230

    NEC Article 230 covers services, including service conductors, service equipment, and service entrance requirements for all occupancy types.

  6. Under NFPA 70E, an Energized Electrical Work Permit is required when qualified workers must work within which boundary?

    Answer: Restricted approach boundary

    NFPA 70E requires an Energized Electrical Work Permit when work must be performed within the restricted approach boundary of exposed energized parts.

  7. A state electrical licensing law requires continuing education for license renewal. Which body typically administers and enforces this requirement?

    Answer: State electrical licensing board or department

    State electrical licensing boards or departments administer continuing education requirements and enforce compliance as a condition of license renewal.