EEI TECH EEI Tech Reading Comprehension

Question 1

A safety manual states: 'All personnel must de-energize equipment before performing maintenance.' What does 'de-energize' most likely mean?

Accepted Answer

Remove electrical power

Answer

Boost power levels

Answer

Replace fuses

Answer

Test voltage output

Question 2

A procedure reads: 'Verify insulation resistance before applying voltage.' What must happen FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Check insulation resistance

Answer

Apply voltage

Answer

Replace the insulation

Answer

Record voltage levels

Question 3

A report states: 'Three of five generators were operational; the remaining units underwent scheduled maintenance.' How many generators were under maintenance?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

1

Answer

3

Answer

5

Question 4

An instruction reads: 'Tighten all connections to manufacturer specifications; over-tightening may damage terminals.' What is the risk of over-tightening?

Accepted Answer

Terminal damage

Answer

Loose connections

Answer

Voltage increase

Answer

Fuse blowing

Question 5

A notice reads: 'Equipment tagged 'Out of Service' must NOT be operated under any circumstances.' A technician needs to test a tagged motor. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Get supervisor clearance before proceeding

Answer

Test it briefly

Answer

Remove the tag first

Answer

Ignore the tag if qualified

Question 6

A manual states: 'Conductors must be rated for 125% of the continuous load.' If the continuous load is 40 amps, what is the minimum conductor rating?

Accepted Answer

50 A

Answer

40 A

Answer

45 A

Answer

55 A