Electrical Testing & Measurement Quiz

1

What is the primary purpose of electrical testing?

To increase costs

To ensure electrical safety and proper operation

To meet legal requirements only

To reduce downtime

2

Who should perform electrical testing?

Anyone with tools

Qualified electrical workers only

All maintenance personnel

Supervisors only

3

What should be done before testing electrical equipment?

Start testing immediately

De-energize and lockout/tagout the equipment

Wear gloves only

Check the weather

4

Electrical testing can be performed on energized equipment.

5

What is the purpose of insulation resistance testing?

To measure current

To check the integrity of electrical insulation

To test voltage only

To check power consumption

6

What should be used to test for voltage?

Any meter

Properly rated voltage tester

Fingers

Metal tools

7

What is the purpose of ground fault testing?

To measure resistance

To ensure proper grounding and fault protection

To test current only

To check power quality

8

Test equipment can be used without calibration.

9

What should be done with test results?

Ignore them

Document and review them

Throw them away

Share them with everyone

10

What is the purpose of continuity testing?

To measure voltage

To verify electrical connections and circuits

To test insulation only

To check power consumption

11

What should be worn during electrical testing?

Regular clothes

Proper PPE including insulated gloves and safety glasses

No special equipment

Only safety glasses

12

Electrical testing is only required for new equipment.

13

What is the purpose of load testing?

To measure voltage

To verify equipment performance under load conditions

To test insulation only

To check power quality

14

How often should electrical testing be performed?

Never

According to manufacturer recommendations and regulations

Only when problems occur

Once every 10 years

15

What is the best practice for electrical testing?

Minimal testing

Comprehensive testing program

Occasional testing

Reactive testing only