Safety and Code Compliance Flashcards
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What does OSHA stand for?
Answer: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the US federal agency that enforces workplace safety and health standards.
Which color is used for OSHA-required safety warnings indicating danger?
Answer: Red
Red is used for danger signs and labels indicating an imminently hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures are used to:
Answer: Prevent unexpected energization of equipment during maintenance
LOTO procedures ensure equipment is properly shut off and cannot be re-energized while workers perform service or maintenance.
The NEC (National Electrical Code) is published by:
Answer: NFPA
The National Electrical Code (NEC) is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and updated every three years.
A GFCI outlet is designed to protect against:
Answer: Ground faults and electrocution
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) detects imbalances in current flow and trips within milliseconds to prevent electrocution.
What is the minimum approach distance a qualified worker must maintain from energized parts at 480V?
Answer: As specified by NFPA 70E arc flash boundary
NFPA 70E establishes approach boundaries and PPE requirements based on arc flash hazard analysis at specific voltages.
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