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Basic Electrical Safety Fundamentals Quiz

15 Questions•

Test your knowledge of fundamental electrical safety principles, basic electrical concepts, and essential safety procedures. Essential for anyone working with or around electrical systems.

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What is the primary purpose of electrical safety training?

To increase electricity bills

To prevent electrical accidents and injuries

To make electrical work faster

To reduce equipment costs

What does the term "voltage" refer to in electrical systems?

The amount of current flowing

The electrical pressure or force

The resistance in the circuit

The power consumption

What is the most common cause of electrical accidents?

Equipment failure

Human error and carelessness

Weather conditions

Power surges

What should you do before working on electrical equipment?

Turn off the power and lockout/tagout

Wear rubber gloves only

Work quickly to minimize exposure

Ask a coworker to watch

What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?

To increase electrical efficiency

To protect against ground faults and electric shock

To reduce power consumption

To improve signal quality

What color typically indicates a ground wire in electrical systems?

Red

Black

Green or bare copper

White

What is the minimum safe distance to maintain from overhead power lines?

3 feet

10 feet

20 feet

50 feet

What should you do if you see someone being electrocuted?

Touch them to pull them away

Turn off the power source if possible

Pour water on them

Run to get help

What is the purpose of electrical insulation?

To make wires look better

To prevent electrical current from flowing where it shouldn't

To increase electrical resistance

To reduce wire costs

What is the difference between AC and DC current?

AC is always safer than DC

AC alternates direction while DC flows in one direction

DC is always more powerful than AC

There is no difference

What should you check before using electrical equipment?

The weather forecast

The equipment for damage and proper grounding

Your work schedule

The time of day

What is the purpose of a circuit breaker?

To increase electrical efficiency

To automatically shut off power when there's an overload

To reduce power consumption

To improve signal quality

What should you do if you see a damaged electrical cord?

Use it carefully

Repair it yourself

Remove it from service and replace it

Cover it with tape

What is the purpose of electrical bonding?

To make electrical connections stronger

To ensure all metal parts are at the same electrical potential

To increase electrical resistance

To reduce wire costs

What should you do if you smell burning or see smoke from electrical equipment?

Continue working

Turn off the power and evacuate immediately

Spray it with water

Ignore it