MO-Valley Test 1-1

Human compassion, and the fact that accidents cost money, are two reasons employers do not want accidents to happen. T/F

True

Leather parts of any climbing equipment should be ? and ? regularly, to extend its life. a. cleaned / conditioned with the manufacturer's recommended cleaner b. cleaned / washed with high pressure c. washed / lubricated with spray lubricant d. washed / sun dried

a. cleaned / conditioned with the manufacturer's recommended cleaner

In order to deenergize a line, a Qualified Electrical Worker normally has to secure a(n) ? . a. clearance b. engineer's permit c. tagout permit d. work order

a. clearance

Apprenticeship exists for the primary purpose of producing competent ? for our industry. a. craftspeople b. electrical estimators c. foremen d. laborers

a. craftspeople

Cable cutters should be adjusted and lubricated ? when in use. a. daily b. weekly c. bimonthly d. monthly

a. daily

During an electrical shock, the ? often causes the muscles to contract. a. electrical stimulation b. environmental condition c. location of the exit wound d. moisture content of the skin

a. electrical stimulation

When performing a rescue, the ? strap of the wood pole fall restriction device should be cut. a. inner b. outer c. primary d. secondary

a. inner

The ability to work with other people in harmony is known as ? . a. joint effort b. mutual aid c. partnership d. teamwork

d. teamwork

Most accidents are unavoidable; that is why they are called accidents. T/F

False

A student should read the lesson questions BEFORE reading the lesson reference material. T/F

True

Among other responsibilities, the apprentice is accountable for improving job safety. T/F

True

An employee representative is permitted to participate during an on-site OSHA inspection. T/F

True

To help prevent climber cutouts, gaffs must be sharp, properly sized, and properly shaped. T/F

True

In order to give the victim a good chance of survival during a bucket truck rescue, it should be carried out in no more than ? , so CPR can be started. a. 4 minutes b. 7 minutes c. 10 minutes d. 12 minutes

a. 4 minutes

Slight shock felt; not painful but disturbing. Average individual can let go. These reactions best describe a current flow of ? . a. 5 mA b. 15 mA c. 20 mA d. 30 mA

a. 5 mA

Which type of person should you strive to be throughout your apprenticeship and your career as a Qualified Electrical Worker? a. The kind of person who will always be productive on the job and in class. b. The kind of person who usually is productive and reliable. c. The kind of person who will perform when the rules require me to do so. d. The kind of person who, if pressured, will generally comply with policies. e. The kind of person who never sees the need for rules and policies.

a. The kind of person who will always be productive on the job and in class.

The normal operating voltage of electrical equipment must be determined by workers ? . a. before work begins b. from previous knowledge c. when it is convenient to do so d. while work is in progress

a. before work begins

What is the first and most critical step when performing a self rescue? a. Attach the carabiner to harness b. Attach the snaphook to an appropriate anchor point c. Disconnect the shock absorber from the anchor point d. Drop the storage bag to the ground

b. Attach the snaphook to an appropriate anchor point

Under OSHA regulations, the employee is not responsible for ? . a. complying with all OSHA standards b. paying fines from OSHA citations c. reading the "It's the Law" poster d. reporting hazardous conditions to the supervisor

b. paying fines from OSHA citations

The one with the responsibility for inspecting, maintaining, and rejecting climbing equipment is the ? . a. lead Journeyman Electrical Worker b. person using climbing equipment c. safety director d. working foreman

b. person using climbing equipment

If a worker believes they are being punished for exercising their rights under OSHA, they must contact the nearest OSHA office within ? of the time they learn of the alleged punishment or discrimination. a. 10 days b. 20 days c. 30 days d. 45 days

c. 30 days

Guardrail systems used to meet the requirement of fall protection shall be constructed with a rail height of ? , plus or minus three inches. a. 30" b. 36" c. 42" d. 48"

c. 42"

D-rings and snap hooks used for fall protection must have a minimum tensile strength of ? . a. 1,000 lbs b. 3,000 lbs c. 5,000 lbs d. 10,000 lbs

c. 5,000 lbs

According to OSHA, a fall arrest system should be rigged so that a worker cannot free fall more than ? nor contact any lower level. a. 2' b. 4' c. 6' d. 8'

c. 6'

What is the OSHA specified maximum length a worker can fall while using a lanyard? a. 2' b. 4' c. 6' d. 12'

c. 6'

Planning a pole top rescue should be done ? . a. as soon as the Qualified Electrical Worker is injured b. at the start of the job c. before climbing to the rescue position d. before climbing to the work position

c. before climbing to the rescue position

Conductors and parts of electric equipment not deenergized using procedures defined in OSHA 1910.269(d) "Hazardous Energy Control" or OSHA 1910.269(m) "Deenergizing Lines and Equipment for Employee Protection" must be treated as ? . a. a hazard b. conductive c. energized d. isolated

c. energized

A ? system is a barrier erected to prevent employees from falling to lower levels. a. cover b. kickboard c. guardrail d. tape and flagging

c. guardrail

Most accidents are caused by ? . a. defective equipment b. fatigue c. human failure d. poor engineering

c. human failure

If safety instructions state that something SHALL be done, this means it is ? . a. a strong suggestion b. advisable c. mandatory d. recommended

c. mandatory

The use of a ? tape measure is prohibited on or near energized equipment or lines. a. fiberglass b. laser c. metal d. wooden

c. metal

When selecting equipment, the Qualified Electrical Worker should make the selection based on ? . a. best value b. most popular brand c. most suitable for intended work d. use by other crew members

c. most suitable for intended work

When storing sharp tools, sharp edges and points shall be covered with ? guards. a. brightly colored warning b. metal contoured c. protective d. rubber

c. protective

The ? and Local Policy Statement are a part of the Apprenticeship Agreement. a. Codes b. Contracts c. Practices d. Standards

d. Standards

Climbers should be inspected for ? . a. gaff width and thickness b. stirrup width, stirrup thickness, and gaff length c. tip profile and cutting edge angle d. all of the above

d. all of the above

While inspecting a WPFR device, ? should be inspected. a. hardware b. inner and outer straps c. rivets d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Costs of doing business that are considered as overhead (operating expenses) include equipment (office), financing, ? , and ? . a. labor / bucket trucks and cranes b. labor / materials c. obtaining jobs / materials d. obtaining jobs / supervisory and nonproductive help

d. obtaining jobs / supervisory and nonproductive help

Under OSHA regulations, a violation that has a substantial probability to cause death or severe physical harm is called a(n) ? violation. a. aggravated b. failure to abate c. flagrant d. serious

d. serious

The only real protection available to people working around a vehicle when a boom makes contact with a live conductor is to stay on the vehicle or ? the vehicle. a. move b. operate the lower controls on c. quickly ground d. stay away from

d. stay away from

If bucket truck rescue is needed, ? . a. additional help is required b. dielectric boots are mandatory c. rubber gloves are not required d. time is critical

d. time is critical

A screwdriver shall not be used as a punch or a ? . a. chisel b. drift pin c. pole top rescue instrument d. support

a. chisel

A hand tool such as a chisel is unsuitable for use if it has a(n) ? . a. mushroomed head b. oval blade c. stress line in the handle d. uninsulated handle

a. mushroomed head

The OSHA industry standard that would cover the construction of a new overhead transmission line is 29 CFR ? . a. 1915 b. 1926 c. 1929 d. 1930

b. 1926

The sternal D-ring is for fall attachment when likely fall distance is not greater than ? . a. 1' b. 2' c. 3' d. 4'

b. 2'

With a work positioning system, a worker can fall ? . a. 0' b. 2' c. 4' d. 6'

b. 2'

Body belt attachments' points shall be no less than ? from the back of the D-ring circle. a. 1" b. 3" c. 5" d. 6"

b. 3"

OSHA will require all fall arrest equipment to pass a drop test after it is ? . a. abraded b. arc tested c. cut d. shock loaded

b. arc tested

The opportunity to succeed in the electrical construction industry exists as a result of a ? effort by the IBEW and ? . a. cooperative / AJATC b. cooperative / NECA c. generous / IAEI d. generous / UL

b. cooperative / NECA

Hazards from tools can be placed in two broad categories; one is danger from the tool's action, and the other is danger from ? . a. age deterioration b. power sources for the tool c. unseen pinch points d. using the wrong tool for the job

b. power sources for the tool

Prior to the formation of OSHA, job-related accidents accounted for nearly ? worker deaths per year. a. 5,000 b. 10,000 c. 14,000 d. 25,000

c. 14,000

If safety instructions state that something SHOULD be done, this means it is ? . a. necessary b. optional c. recommended d. required

c. recommended

Climbing gaffs are available in two types, solid and ? . a. aluminum b. hollow core c. replaceable d. steel

c. replaceable

Dry skin has a fairly high ? to electric current. But when the skin is moist or wet, it acts as a conductor. a. connection b. inductance c. reactance d. resistance

d. resistance

A common and sometimes overlooked conductor is the surface or subsurface of ? . a. anchor plates b. poles c. substation bus work d. the earth

d. the earth

Some bucket trucks are equipped with a bucket that will ? , making it easier to lower the victim to the ground. a. extend b. raise c. swivel d. tilt

d. tilt

Once a pole top rescue victim is secured, the victim's safety strap is cut on the opposite side of the desired swing. T/F

True

A Qualified Electrical Worker must be ? . a. able to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts b. part of a random drug/alcohol testing program c. physically fit for the job d. trained by the IBEW

a. able to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts

For fall arrest, the anchor point should always be kept ? the rear fall arrest attachment. a. above b. below c. diagonally to d. perpendicular to

a. above

When a voltage condition occurs that is higher than the designed voltage for the system, a(n) ? becomes a path to ground. a. arrester b. capacitor c. switching station d. transformer

a. arrester

Wrenches shall never be used ? . a. as a hammer b. as leveling devices c. to remove difficult hex-headed bolts d. to tighten five-sided nuts

a. as a hammer

Once a pole top victim is lowered to the ground, first aid and/or CPR should be administered ? . a. as needed b. immediately c. within 2-3 minutes d. within 4-6 minutes

a. as needed

To minimize the chance of injury in the event of a fall, lanyards should be kept ? . a. as short as possible b. wherever available c. wherever cheapest d. where most suitable for intended work

a. as short as possible

Climbing equipment should be inspected ? . a. before and after each use b. monthly or at first sign of damage c. every six months d. yearly

a. before and after each use

The most common knots used to secure the rope around a victim during a pole top rescue are two or three half-hitches or a ? knot. a. bowline b. running bowline c. square d. weavers

a. bowline

An electrical accident can result in ? , such as electrical, arc, or thermal. a. burns b. explosions c. HAZMAT conditions d. mechanical failure

a. burns

When there is an injured worker on a pole, the first thing that should be done is ? . a. call for help b. climb to the rescue position c. evaluate the situation d. prepare to administer CPR

a. call for help

Positioning side D-rings are intended for attachment of ? . a. connecting device only b. fall arrest only c. rescue device only d. work positioning only

a. connecting device only

When a cord connector on a portable tool is wet, hazardous ? can occur on the equipment grounding conductor and can be dangerous if someone picks up the tool. a. electrical leakage b. electrical shunt c. electrolysis d. grounding

a. electrical leakage

A qualified worker must be trained and have the ability to recognize ? . a. energized parts b. grounded lines c. hazardous situations d. various protective devices

a. energized parts

Electricity, as a hazard, exposes workers to electric shock, electrocution, and ? . a. explosions b. exposure incidents c. oxygen-deficient atmosphere d. suffocation

a. explosions

The person with the responsibility for instructing workers and insisting that they observe the safety rules is the ? . a. foreman b. HR director c. safety director d. training director

a. foreman

Components designed to protect conductors and equipment from overheating by opening the circuit when there is a risk of a ground fault are ? . a. fuses and circuit breakers b. fuses and tap changers c. sectionalizers d. transformers and voltage regulators

a. fuses and circuit breakers

A(n) ? fault is a short circuit caused when an object in contact with the earth contacts a live conductor. a. ground b. isolation c. phase-to-phase d. system

a. ground

The neutral conductors are normally connected to the ? . a. ground b. guy wires c. insulators d. lightning arresters

a. ground

After lines and equipment are deenergized, they must be tested and ? before they are considered dead. a. grounded b. tagged out c. traced back to an open point d. under lockout/tagout

a. grounded

A fall arrest attachment with a web loop must be attached to a harness with a ? or a ? . a. hitch / carabiner b. hitch / locking snap hook c. hitch / metal connector d. none of the above

a. hitch / carabiner

The dorsal D-ring, pigtail D-ring, or web loop are the ? for ? attachment. a. primary / fall arrest b. primary / work positioning c. secondary / fall arrest d. secondary / work positioning

a. primary / fall arrest

According to OSHA, the employer is NOT responsible for ? . a. evaluating workplace conditions b. minimizing or eliminating potential hazards c. providing yearly physicals d. warning employees of potential hazards

c. providing yearly physicals

The inner strap accommodates for ? . a. pole size b. pole size and body girth c. proximity to pole d. both pole size and proximity to pole

c. proximity to pole

To get the best performance from climbers, the gaffs must be properly ? and ? . a. filed / sharpened b. honed / sized c. sized / shaped d. None of the above

c. sized / shaped

A competent, skilled Qualified Electrical Worker is one who has ? , ? , and a positive ? for his or her trade. a. motivation / knowledge / ability b. personality / knowledge / ability c. skill / knowledge / attitude d. skill / motivation / attitude

c. skill / knowledge / attitude

Everyone, except qualified employees, must stay at least ? from apparatus energized up to 50,000 volts. a. 4' b. 6' c. 8' d. 10'

d. 10'

According to ANSI Z359.4, bucket truck rescue systems are designed for a single person load up to ? . a. 220 lbs. b. 250 lbs. c. 300 lbs. d. 310 lbs

d. 310 lbs

Extreme pain, respiratory arrest, severe muscular contractions. Death is possible. These reactions best describe a current flow of ? to 150 milliamperes. a. 6.3 b. 12.6 c. 25 d. 50

d. 50

OSHA specifies that the maximum length of a lanyard shall provide for a fall of no greater than ? . a. 0' b. 2' c. 4' d. 6'

d. 6'

When should a plane test be performed? a. Once a month after receiving climbers b. When climbers have been received c. When gaffs have been maintained d. Any of the above

d. Any of the above

The person responsible for sharpening and properly shaping the climbing gaffs is the manufacturer. T/F

False

The proper placing of small tools in body belts is not an issue because they cannot make contact with energized parts. T/F

False

If the victim of a pole top accident is no longer in contact with energized conductors, the rescuer should proceed with the rescue. T/F

True

NFPA 70: National Electrical Code® is one of two consensus standards that provide requirements for electrical safety and electrical installations. T/F

True

The OSHA poster #3165 "It's the Law" is required to be posted in a prominent location for access by all of the workers. T/F

True

When descending a pole, longer steps are better than shorter steps. T/F

True

Tools shall not be left atop poles or on any part of a structure, ? , or scaffold. a. ladder b. storage area c. toolbox d. work vehicle

a. ladder

The ? of construction workers is one of the most critical factors in shaping our economy and keeping it rolling. a. productivity b. quality c. quantity d. wages

a. productivity

Ordinary plastic dipped handles on wrenches are designed to provide electrical insulation. T/F

False

There is/are ? acceptable method(s) of bucket rescue. a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

d. 4

The OSHA Act was signed into law in ? . a. 1960 b. 1970 c. 1980 d. 1982

b. 1970

Guy wires cannot become energized because they are tied to rods in the earth T/F

False

If a harness shows signs of minimal fraying, it should be discarded. T/F

False

The purpose of the OSHA Act is to provide every working man and woman in the Nation with a guaranteed safe and healthful workplace. T/F

False

The rotted surface on a pole is not a hazard because the gaffs are designed to penetrate beyond the rot. T/F

False

A hitchhiking method should be used to climb with a WPFR device. T/F

True

As a good safety habit, climbing equipment should be inspected regularly. T/F

True

By law, every employer covered by the OSH Act must comply with any standards, rules, and regulations issued by OSHA. T/F

True

Grounding is normally a secondary protective measure to protect against electrical shock. Grounding does not guarantee you will not get a shock from electrical current. T/F

True

OSHA mandates that every Qualified Electrical Worker be trained in pole top rescue and mandates an annual review of these skills. T/F

True

One way to build enough friction to hold a victim during a pole top rescue is to wrap the rope twice around the crossarm. T/F

True

Students should come to class with assigned homework complete and be prepared to participate in class in a number of ways. T/F

True

The AJATC is not permitted to extend an apprentice's probation hours beyond the Department of Labor's maximum hours. T/F

True

The bucket/boom lower controls are normally found at the base of the lower boom on the pedestal. T/F

True

The keeper/gate of the snap hook should be positioned so that it is never load bearing. T/F

True

The point of the gaff should cut the pole surface at a maximum of two inches. T/F

True

When climbing a pole, carrying the hand line on a breakaway hook will help eliminate the hazard of being pulled off the pole by something snagging the hand line. T/F

True

When using the ox block for rescue, a minimum of ? wrap(s) must be used. a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

a. 1

The gaff is properly shaped and sharpened when it begins holding a distance of ? . a. 1" b. 2" c. 3" d. 4"

a. 1"

When performing the cut out test, at what distance should the gaff be pushed into the pole? a. 1/4" b. 1/2" c. 1" d. 1 1/2"

a. 1/4"

The approach distance to a 12,000-volt line phase-to-phase is ? . a. 2' 2" b. 2' 7" c. 2' 10" d. 3' 6"

a. 2' 2"

The term "high voltage" shall mean any voltage over ? . a. 600 V b. 1,000 V c. 2,400 V d. 4,160 V

a. 600 V

While climbing and working on a pole, it is important to keep knees about ? away from the pole. a. 8" b. 12" c. 13" d. 14"

a. 8"

The ? is responsible for establishing rules, policies, and standards. a. AJATC b. apprentice school c. director of the apprentice school d. union

a. AJATC

What can be done to ensure even filing? a. Color gaff tip with black marker b. Eye gaff tip c. Measure gaff tip after each file d. Test gaff tip by jabbing into wood

a. Color gaff tip with black marker

When an employer fails to correct a previously cited OSHA violation beyond a prescribed date, it is called a failure to ? . a. abate b. act c. enforce d. respond

a. abate

Two things a Qualified Electrical Worker must have in order to succeed in the electrical construction industry are: technical know-how, and ? . a. striving to be an asset to the electrical contractor who employs him or her b. striving to become a good union steward c. striving to become a talented AJATC instructor d. striving to become a technical expert in a single segment of our industry

a. striving to be an asset to the electrical contractor who employs him or her

A pole that is over ? old should be supported with a line truck boom or other device in case it is unstable. a. 10 years b. 20 years c. 30 years d. 40 years

b. 20 years

Guardrails must be capable of withstanding a ? downward and outward force applied within two inches from the top rail at any point along the top edge. a. 150-lb b. 200-lb c. 250-lb d. 300-lb

b. 200-lb

Personal fall arrest systems, work-positioning equipment, or fall restraint systems must be used when an employee is working on a pole, tower, or similar structure more than ? above the ground. a. 2' b. 4' c. 6' d. 8'

b. 4'

According to ANSI Z359.4, bucket truck rescue systems are designed for an exceptional two man descent up to ? . a. 400 lbs. b. 440 lbs. c. 500 lbs. d. 540 lbs.

b. 440 lbs.

Fall arrest anchor points must support a minimum of ? per attached worker and be independent of worker support. a. 4,000 lbs b. 5,000 lbs c. 7,000 lbs d. 8,000 lbs

b. 5,000 lbs

While training, at what height should a stopper knot be placed in the descent line? a. At the bottom of the descent line b. At the point the user can make contact to the ground with their feet c. In the middle of the descent line d. No knot is needed

b. At the point the user can make contact to the ground with their feet

An Apprenticeship Agreement between the apprentice and the ? must be signed and registered before the apprentice can be given employment or attend classes. a. business manager b. Committee - AJATC c. director d. union

b. Committee - AJATC

The ? will not approve a promotion if the apprentice fails to measure up in all categories to local AJATC ? and ? . a. Committee / codes / rules b. Committee / policies / standards c. local / practices / standards d. union / policies / practices

b. Committee / policies / standards

The ? agrees to make every effort to keep the apprentice employed; however, he / she / they cannot ? employment. a. business manager / guarantee b. Committee AJATC / guarantee c. director / give d. president / supply

b. Committee AJATC / guarantee

Breakers used in wet locations, construction sites, and other high risk areas as a means of circuit protection must be of the ? type. a. AFCI b. GFCI c. GFI d. GFPP

b. GFCI

Which of the following items should be read first on every lesson? a. Reference Material b. Introductory Information c. Learning Objectives d. Question Number 1

b. Introductory Information

Besides asking questions in class, what else can an apprentice do to prevent the tests from being too difficult? a. Read all reference material as many times as possible. b. Study and learn one lesson at a time. c. Study at least four hours before each test. d. Study immediately before school.

b. Study and learn one lesson at a time.

Who will determine whether or not an apprentice succeeds in becoming a Journeyman Electrical Worker? a. The AJATC b. The apprentice c. The apprentice school d. The director of the apprentice school

b. The apprentice

The ? is responsible for the amount of knowledge acquired during the term of apprenticeship. a. AJATC b. apprentice c. director of the apprentice school d. instructor

b. apprentice

If a hazard cannot be removed from a pole that is about to be climbed, one should ? . a. allow the most experienced Qualified Electrical Worker to go first b. cover or shield the hazard c. do the work with hot sticks d. use a bucket truck

b. cover or shield the hazard

If an employee is exercising their OSHA rights, the employer is not permitted to ? against that worker in any way. a. act b. discriminate c. react negatively d. show favoritism

b. discriminate

When unusual hazards occur on a job not covered by safety rules, safety planning should take place between the ? and workmen. a. engineer b. foreman c. line superintendent d. safety director

b. foreman

Qualified Electrical Workers are permitted to work out of the secondary lanyard if the ? . a. Electrical Worker is an experienced climber b. free fall is limited to 2' c. pole is free from hazardous conditions d. secondary lanyard is acceptable to use under any condition

b. free fall is limited to 2'

A ? must be used to properly maintain and shape the gaff. a. clamp and blocks b. gaff gauge c. smooth single cut file d. stoning hone

b. gaff gauge

Devices designed to interrupt the flow of electricity within 1/40th of a second are called ? . a. air-blast circuit breakers b. ground fault circuit interrupters c. oil-filled circuit breakers d. oil-filled circuit reclosers

b. ground fault circuit interrupters

Minimal damage to the gaff should be repaired using a ? . a. half round file b. honing stone c. round single d. smooth single cut file

b. honing stone

A signed copy of one's Apprenticeship Agreement confirms to the student and others that he or she is a(n) ? apprentice. a. competent b. indentured c. qualified d. skilled

b. indentured

OSHA has the legal authority to, without delay, and at reasonable times ? . a. arrest any employer or worker who they find in violation of OSHA regulations b. inspect and investigate any place of employment c. stop work on any job site d. sue any employer or worker who they find in violation of OSHA regulations

b. inspect and investigate any place of employment

Safety is a thought process and should never be allowed to become a(n) ? . a. afterthought b. mechanical process c. mindless act d. secondary process

b. mechanical process

The electrical factor distance and human factor distance are also called the ? . a. design factor difference b. minimum approach distance c. minimum insulator factor d. nominal factor distance

b. minimum approach distance

The ? of impact tools is to be avoided, and such impact tools are to be kept dressed down. a. detonation b. mushrooming c. overhead use d. steel-to-steel contact

b. mushrooming

When applying the manual lift method, first lower the bucket as close to the ground as possible, reach in the bucket for the victim and release his or her safety lanyard, then ? . a. lift and pull the victim completely out of the bucket in one swift motion b. physically lift the victim halfway out of the bucket c. remove the victim's harness d. using the bucket liner, pull them both out

b. physically lift the victim halfway out of the bucket

The connection point between an underground cable and an overhead conductor is normally made through a ? . a. capacitor b. pothead c. splice d. transit point

b. pothead

A victim of a severe shock may suffer internal hemorrhages and destruction of tissues, nerves, and muscles that are not ? . a. life threatening b. readily visible c. treatable d. very serious

b. readily visible

Equipment subjected to impact loading should be ? . a. inspected daily b. removed from service and destroyed/discarded c. used as long as it passes inspection d. none of the above

b. removed from service and destroyed/discarded

Three things that would make a sledge unusable are a ? head, a loose head, or a damaged handle. a. flat b. rounded c. soft d. tempered

b. rounded

Increased training and emphasis placed on safety and safe practices have caused an improvement in ? . a. government agencies b. safety standards c. tool manufacture d. wages and benefits

b. safety standards

America may be facing not only a ? of labor, but it is also confronting a shortage of ? labor. a. shortage / low wage b. shortage / skilled c. surplus / skilled d. surplus / young

b. shortage / skilled

When administering CPR, the ratio is two breaths to ? chest compressions. a. 10 b. 15 c. 30 d. 40

c. 30

The term "low voltage" shall mean any voltage less than ? . a. 277 V b. 480 V c. 600 V d. 1,000 V

c. 600 V

An effective stroke distance when climbing up a pole is ? . a. 4" to 7" b. 6" to 8" c. 8" to 10" d. 10" to 14"

c. 8" to 10"

In the Rescue Block Method of bucket rescue, the anchor point should be located ? from the top lip of the bucket. a. 5' b. 5.5' c. 8.5' d. 12'

c. 8.5'

Where should a worker exit the bucket once the rescue system has been attached? a. Any point around the bucket b. At the anchor point c. Directly across from the anchor point d. None of the above

c. Directly across from the anchor point

Where should lanyards be attached on harnesses? a. Front at sternum level b. Lower back by the waist c. Middle back near shoulder blades d. Work positioning D-ring

c. Middle back near shoulder blades

Which of the following represents the best method of answering the lesson questions? a. Answer all the lesson questions one knows first, then read the reference material. b. Answer the lesson questions from the reference material as one goes along. c. Read and study the reference material, then attempt to answer the lesson questions. d. Read the reference material, then answer only the lesson questions one remembers.

c. Read and study the reference material, then attempt to answer the lesson questions.

Deciding if rubber gloves are needed for a pole top rescue is part of ? . a. assuring the safety of ground crew members b. clearing the victim from an energized source c. evaluating the situation d. the job briefing

c. evaluating the situation

An Electrical Worker's side cutting pliers should never be used as a(n) ? . a. bolt holder b. cable cutter c. hammer d. wire stripper

c. hammer

When a pole is raked, it should be climbed on the ? side. a. anchor b. conductor c. high d. low

c. high

The greatest hazards posed by hand tools are ? . a. electrical malfunctions b. GFCIs c. improper maintenance and misuse d. the use of hydraulic and electric combination tools

c. improper maintenance and misuse

Four factors that determine the severity of an electric shock through the body are current amount, path, frequency, and ? . a. ambient temperature/humidity b. amount of voltage c. length of time it flows d. quality of contact to ground

c. length of time it flows

When attaching a WPFR device to the body belt, the carabiner/snaphook gates should always face ? . a. down b. inwards c. out d. up

c. out

When grounding a boom truck before using it near an energized circuit, the best ground source to attach ground jumpers to is a(n) ? . a. down guy wire b. eight-foot ground rod driven into sandy soil c. permanent ground network such as a neutral or steel tower leg d. temporary driven ground rod pushed into the earth two feet

c. permanent ground network such as a neutral or steel tower leg

Why should the apprentice learn to appreciate contractors and the responsibilities they have? Answer this question by selecting the best answer from the following list. a. Because the apprentice needs a great paycheck b. Because if contractors are happy, the apprentice is happy c. Because many workers do not appreciate contractors d. Because the apprentice's future is directly tied to the contractors' success or failure

d. Because the apprentice's future is directly tied to the contractors' success or failure

Which file type is recommended for gaff filing? a. Half round file b. Honing stone c. Round single cut file d. Smooth single cut file

d. Smooth single cut file

If the red warning core of the WPFR straps is showing, then what should be done? a. Continue using the straps until the red and black strands are exposed. b. Patch over the warning core and continue using the straps. c. Return the unit to the manufacture and get a replacement. d. Take the strap out of service.

d. Take the strap out of service.

Which of the following is the suggested method of study after reading each paragraph in the reference text? a. Highlight the important paragraphs. b. Read each paragraph again. c. Read each paragraph at least three times. d. Think about what you just read.

d. Think about what you just read.

If attaching a personal fall arrest system directly to a web loop, the web loop must be ? . a. carefully inspected for abrasions, broken strands or excessive wear b. clear of any burns, chars or cuts within the material c. properly secured without broken stitches/strands d. all of the above

d. all of the above

When inspecting a body belt, the user should look for ? . a. cuts, excessive wear b. loose stitching, worn outer strap c. rust or corrosion d. all the above

d. all the above

If a pole contacts a live circuit while being installed and also contacts the ground, a voltage ? may be set up at the base of the pole. a. circuit b. corona path c. geometric stress relief path d. gradient

d. gradient

The term nominal voltage means the ? . a. average voltage on a circuit b. highest voltage a circuit carries c. lowest voltage a circuit normally carries d. normal operating voltage

d. normal operating voltage

The five steps a contractor must take before going into business include: arrange financing, buy equipment, hire supervisory and nonproductive help, ? , and ? . a. have 4-8 years of experience in the electrical industry / join NECA b. have a college degree / obtain jobs c. join NECA / obtain an adequate supply of skilled labor d. obtain jobs / obtain an adequate supply of skilled labor

d. obtain jobs / obtain an adequate supply of skilled labor

Grounding jumpers used on a transmission or distribution circuit must be ? . a. insulated to the values of the line on which they are being applied b. made up of a four-conductor set of tinned copper leads with alligator clipends c. no larger than 4 AWG copper four-conductor d. of a size capable of conducting the maximum fault current for the time necessary to clear the fault

d. of a size capable of conducting the maximum fault current for the time necessary to clear the fault

The ? electricity must be a main point of emphasis for any company or safety program. a. contact with b. fear of c. recognition of d. respect for

d. respect for

All tools shall be kept in good working condition, properly stored, and must be ? . a. calibrated weekly b. capable of withstanding a short circuit c. IEEE approved d. restricted to the use for which they were intended

d. restricted to the use for which they were intended

After accessing the pole top victim's condition, the rescuer should ? . a. cut the victim's safety line b. drive a screwdriver into the crossarm and secure hand line c. give two quick breaths d. rig the rescue rope

d. rig the rescue rope

One form of worker protection from step touch potential is to ground all of the vehicles ? . a. individually b. near the outriggers c. on the system neutral d. together

d. together

Rescue systems should only be used by ? . a. apprentices b. emergency response professionals c. Qualified Electrical Workers d. trained/experienced professionals

d. trained/experienced professionals

Ways to determine the actual operating voltage of a power line include asking an authorized company representative, observing nameplate information, and ? . a. checking the size of insulators b. fuzzing the line c. tracing the line back to the substation d. using test instruments

d. using test instruments

To ensure that a snaphook is fully engaged, a worker should ? . a. feel the snaphook to ensure engagement b. listen for the locking sound c. perform a weight load test d. visually inspect it

d. visually inspect it

The suspension bride is only used for ? . a. fall arrest b. rescue c. travel restraint d. work positioning

d. work positioning

Electrical circuits may be in a(n) ? configuration. a. conductive b. inductive or capacitive c. transformation d. wye or delta

d. wye or delta

Why is management vitally interested in apprentice and Journeyman Electrical Worker training? a. Contractor bids are less competitive with unqualified labor. b. Project labor costs increase with unqualified labor. c. Supervision is less productive with unqualified labor. d. Unqualified labor is a burden to a contractor. e. All of the above.

e. All of the above.