NETA - InterNational Electrical Testing Association Certified Technicians Electrical Safety and PPE Questions and Answers

Question 1

A NETA technician is preparing to perform maintenance on a 480V motor control center.
An arc flash hazard analysis has determined the incident energy to be 10 cal/cm².
According to NFPA 70E, what is the minimum Arc Flash PPE Category required for this task?

Accepted Answer

Category 3

Answer

Category 1

Answer

Category 2

Answer

Category 4

Question 2

When establishing an electrically safe work condition, what is the final step a qualified person must take before beginning work?

Accepted Answer

Use an adequately rated test instrument to verify the absence of voltage.

Answer

Apply lockout/tagout devices.

Answer

Notify affected personnel.

Answer

Visually inspect that all blades are fully open.

Question 3

A technician is wearing rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors. Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of this PPE?

Accepted Answer

Rubber insulating gloves must be visually inspected and air-tested before each use.

Answer

Leather protectors provide primary insulation against electric shock.

Answer

The leather protectors are optional when working on circuits below 600V.

Answer

The combination provides adequate protection against any level of arc flash.

Question 4

Which of the following approach boundaries, as defined by NFPA 70E, may an unqualified person cross only if they are continuously escorted by a qualified person?

Accepted Answer

Limited Approach Boundary

Answer

Arc Flash Boundary

Answer

Prohibited Approach Boundary

Answer

Restricted Approach Boundary

Question 5

A team of three NETA technicians is required to perform a lockout/tagout (LOTO) on a single piece of equipment. What is the correct procedure for applying locks?

Accepted Answer

Each technician must apply their own personal lock and tag to the energy isolating device.

Answer

The lead technician applies one lock for the entire team.

Answer

A single lock is used, and the key is left in a designated control room.

Answer

Any technician can apply a lock as long as their name is on the group tag.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a required piece of PPE for a task determined to be Arc Flash PPE Category 2?

Accepted Answer

A double-layered arc flash suit.

Answer

An arc-rated balaclava or arc flash suit hood.

Answer

Safety glasses or goggles.

Answer

Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and pants or coveralls.