Licensed Electrical Contractor OSHA Safety Standards 2

Question 1

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.416, what is the minimum safe approach distance for unqualified workers near energized parts operating at 50 kV or less?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

3 feet

Answer

15 feet

Answer

25 feet

Question 2

OSHA's Lockout/Tagout standard (29 CFR 1910.147) requires that energy-isolating devices capable of being locked out must be locked during servicing unless the employer demonstrates that a tagout program provides:

Accepted Answer

Equivalent safety to lockout

Answer

Faster restoration of power

Answer

Reduced downtime

Answer

Lower employee training costs

Question 3

Which OSHA standard covers electrical safety in general industry workplaces and applies when electrical contractors perform work inside facilities rather than construction sites?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910 Subpart S

Answer

29 CFR 1926 Subpart K

Answer

29 CFR 1910 Subpart P

Answer

29 CFR 1926 Subpart Q

Question 4

OSHA 1926.405 requires flexible cords and cables to be protected from damage. Which of the following is specifically prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Running extension cords through doorways or windows where they could be pinched

Answer

Using SO cord for temporary power

Answer

Connecting cords with twist-lock connectors

Answer

Using multi-outlet adapters rated for the load

Question 5

Under OSHA's Arc Flash and Electrical Safe Work Practices standard (29 CFR 1910.333), before any employee works on electrical equipment, the employer must ensure the equipment is:

Accepted Answer

De-energized unless energized work is necessary or infeasible

Answer

Inspected annually by a licensed contractor

Answer

Covered with rubber mats at all times

Answer

Grounded using two independent ground paths

Question 6

What does OSHA require on a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for electrical work involving exposed energized conductors?

Accepted Answer

Identification of energy sources, hazards, PPE, and safe work procedures

Answer

Only the voltage level and wire gauge

Answer

A signature from the building owner

Answer

NFPA 70 code section references only

Question 7

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.954 requires that rubber insulating equipment used by qualified electrical workers must be electrically tested:

Accepted Answer

Every 6 months

Answer

Annually

Answer

Before first use only

Answer

Every 3 years