NABCEP Installation & Safety

Question 1

What is the first step before installing a PV system?

Accepted Answer

Perform site survey

Answer

Mount inverter

Answer

Turn off grid power

Answer

Drill holes

Question 2

What PPE is most important when working on rooftops?

Accepted Answer

Fall protection

Answer

Goggles

Answer

Boots

Answer

Gloves

Question 3

Which component secures the panels to the roof?

Accepted Answer

Mounting hardware

Answer

Cables

Answer

Inverter

Answer

Diodes

Question 4

What does lockout/tagout ensure?

Accepted Answer

Prevent electrical activation

Answer

Track sunlight

Answer

Weatherproofing

Answer

Increase voltage

Question 5

How are solar panels typically grounded?

Accepted Answer

Grounding lugs

Answer

Tape

Answer

Glue

Answer

Plastic bolts

Question 6

Why must wiring be protected from UV exposure?

Accepted Answer

Prevent degradation

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For color matching

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To reflect heat

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Help drainage

Question 7

How should panels be handled during transport?

Accepted Answer

Secured with padding

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Thrown into truck

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Stacked on end

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Wrapped in plastic

Question 8

Why is it important to label system components?

Accepted Answer

For identification and safety

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For decoration

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To match aesthetics

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To comply with aesthetics

Question 9

When should safety checks be performed?

Accepted Answer

Throughout the process

Answer

Only after installation

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During inspection only

Answer

Only during testing