NERC NERC Compliance and Enforcement 3

Question 1

Which legislation gave FERC the authority to approve and enforce mandatory electric reliability standards in the US?

Accepted Answer

The Energy Policy Act of 2005

Answer

The Energy Policy Act of 2005 amended the Federal Power Act to give FERC authority to certify an Electric Reliability Organization and enforce mandatory reliability standards.

Question 2

What is a 'Compliance Exception' in the NERC CMEP?

Accepted Answer

A determination that a potential noncompliance does not warrant a violation finding

Answer

A Compliance Exception is a determination that a potential noncompliance does not rise to the level of a violation, often used for immaterial or de minimis issues.

Question 3

Under NERC's Reliability Standards Development Process, who can submit a Standard Authorization Request (SAR)?

Accepted Answer

Any industry stakeholder or NERC member

Answer

Any industry stakeholder or NERC member can submit a SAR to initiate the development or revision of a reliability standard.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of NERC's 'Reliability Standards Audit Worksheet' (RSAW)?

Accepted Answer

To provide a template for entities and auditors to assess compliance with specific reliability standards

Answer

RSAWs provide structured templates with evidence requirements and auditor guidance for assessing compliance with specific reliability standards.

Question 5

How many NERC Regional Entities operate in North America?

Accepted Answer

Eight

Answer

There are eight NERC Regional Entities that conduct compliance monitoring and enforcement across North America.

NERC - North American Electric Reliability Corporation Practice Test

NERC - North American Electric Reliability Corporation Practice Test

NERC NERC Compliance and Enforcement 3