EEI TECH EEI Tech Safety Procedures 3

Question 1

What does it mean to 'verify absence of voltage' before working on a circuit?

Accepted Answer

Use a meter to confirm no voltage is present

Answer

Assume the circuit is dead

Answer

Check the breaker position visually

Answer

Ask a coworker if power is off

Question 2

Which PPE item is specifically required when there is a risk of arc flash?

Accepted Answer

Arc-rated (FR) clothing and face shield

Answer

Rubber gloves only

Answer

Standard work gloves and safety glasses

Answer

Cotton coveralls

Question 3

A safety tag on equipment reads 'DO NOT OPERATE.' An operator needs to start the machine. What should the operator do?

Accepted Answer

Contact the person who placed the tag before proceeding

Answer

Start it briefly for a test

Answer

Remove the tag and start the machine

Answer

Use the machine on the next shift

Question 4

What is the correct sequence for the LOTO procedure?

Accepted Answer

Notify, isolate, lock, test for energy

Answer

Lock, notify, isolate, test

Answer

Test, lock, notify, isolate

Answer

Isolate, test, notify, lock

Question 5

In a utility environment, 'energized electrical work' should be performed only when:

Accepted Answer

De-energizing creates a greater hazard or is infeasible

Answer

It is faster than de-energizing

Answer

A supervisor approves it informally

Answer

Standard tools are available

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of wearing insulated rubber gloves when working on electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Prevent electrical current from passing through the hands

Answer

Improve grip on tools

Answer

Keep hands warm

Answer

Protect against chemical burns only