SWLCAT 1-1 study guide
Grounded
After lines and equipment are deenergized, they must be tested and (blank) before they are considered dead
8 hours
All employers must report to OSHA any workplace incident that results in an employees fatality within (blank)
Restricted to the use for which they were intended
All tools shall be kept in good working condition, properly stored, and must be (blank)
Shortage/skilled
America may be facing not only a (blank) of labor, but is also confronting a shortage of (blank) labor
True
Among other responsibilities, the apprentice is accountable for improving job safety
True
An IBEW member should be a good sales representative for the shop and for union labor
True
An IBEW member should be a productive worker every day and we'll trained in all phases of the trade
Committee-AJATC
An apprenticeship agreement between the apprentice and the (blank) must be signed and registered before the apprentice can be given employment or attend class
Hammer
An electrical workers side cutting pliers should never be used as a (blank)
True
An employee representative is permitted to participate during an on site OSHA inspection
True
Apprentices Should NOT have the reference open when answering lestion questions
Craftspeople
Apprenticeship exists for the primary purpose of producing competent (blank) for our industry
Hours
Apprenticeship standards specify the minimum number of (blank) required for on the job training and related instruction
Not be permitted on the job
Because the safety of the individual and the crew would be jeopardized, a person who is or has been drinking alcohol should (blank)
Study and learn one lesson at a time
Besides asking questions in class, what else can an apprentice do to prevent the tests from being too difficult
True
By law, every employer covered by the OSH act must comply with any standards, rules, and regulations issued by OSHA
False
Most of those who apply for the apprenticeship program are accepted
True
NFPA 70: national electrical code is one of two consensus standards that provide requirements for electrical safety and electrical installations
6 months
OSHA has (blank) in which to complete an investigation
10
OSHA has divided the US into (blank) regions
Inspect and investigate any place of employment
OSHA has the legal authority to, without delay, and at reasonable times (blank)
1910.05
OSHA regulates electric power generation, transmission, and distribution through the regulations at 29CFR (blank)
Obtaining an adequate supply of skilled labor
Of the steps that a contractor must follow before going into business, which steps supports the IBEW
80%
Of the thousands of electrical contractors who run union shops in the US, over (blank) once worked at the trade
Responsible
One is said to be a (blank) individual if he or she performs up to expectations
False
One way for apprentice electrical workers to become competent or qualified is to work above their classification whenever the situation allows
Motivated
One who is properly (blank) demonstrates a real interest in his or her work and study
False
Ordinary plastic dipped handles on wrenches are designed to provide electrical insulation
True
Over 10% of the total construction workforce is employed by electrical contractors
14,000
Prior to the formation of OSHA, job related accidents accounted for nearly (blank) worker deaths per year
Maintaining a nation that runs on electricity
Quality performance by skilled qualified electrical workers is essential to ensuring Americans continue to have a high standard of living, keeping our country competitive, and (blank)
Mechanical process
Safety is a thought process and should never be allowed to become a (blank)
True
Students should come to class with assigned homework complete and be prepared to participate in class in a number of ways
True
Tests are graded according to a simple percentage
Committee AJATC/guarantee
The (blank) agrees to make every effort to keep the apprentice employed; however, he/she/they cannot (blank) employment
Standards
The (blank) and local policy statement are a part of the apprenticeship agreement
Respect for
The (blank) electricity must be a main point of emphasis for any company or safety program
AJATC
The (blank) has the responsibility and authority to terminate an apprenticeship if the apprentice does not comply with rules, polices and procedures
AJATC
The (blank) is responsible for establishing rules, policies, and standards
Apprentice
The (blank) is responsible for the amount of knowledge acquired during the term of apprenticeship
Productivity
The (blank) of construction workers is one of the most critical factors in shaping our economy and keeping it rolling
Mushrooming
The (blank) of impact tools is to be avoided, and such impact tools are to be kept dressed down
Committee/policies/standards
The (blank) will not approve a promotion if the apprentice fails to measure up in all categories to local AJATC (blank) and (blank)
True
The AJACT is not permitted to extend an apprentice's probation hours beyond the department of labor's maximum hours
Charity and disaster relief
The OSH act covers workers employed in (blank)
1970
The OSHA act was signed into law in (blank)
1926
The OSHA industry standard that would cover the construction of a new overhead transmission line is 29 CFR (blank)
True
The OSHA poster #3165 "it's the law" is required to be posted in a prominent location for access by all workers
True
The US Congress passed the OSH act in 1970 because of the horrific statistics on workplace deaths and injuries
Teamwork
The ability to work with other people in harmony is known as (blank)
5%
The construction industry employs about (blank) of all workers in the USA
10%
The construction industry is projected to expand by nearly (blank) annually
Obtain jobs/obtain an adequate supply of skilled labor
The five steps a contractor must take before going into business include: arrange financing, buy equipment, hire supervisory and nonproductive help and (blank) and (blank)
Improper maintenance and misuse
The greatest hazards posed by hand tools are (blank)
International brotherhood of electrical workers
The initials IBEW represent which organization
National electrical contractors association
The initials NECA represent which organization
Cooperative/NECA
The opportunity to succeed in the electrical construction industry exists as a result of a (blank) effort by the IBEW and (blank)
Foreman
The person with the responsibility for instructing workers and insisting that they observe the safety rules is the (blank)
Overhead/profit
The price a customer pays for a common electrical job is broken down into these four major financial categories: labor, material, (blank) and (blank)
False
The proper placing of small tools in body belts is not an issue because they cannot make contact with energized parts
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
False
The safest way to cut with a knife and keep control of it is to cut towards the body
600V
The term "high voltage" shall mean any voltage over (blank)
600V
The term "low voltage" shall mean any voltage less than (blank)
0%
The ultimate goal of OSHa is to reduce injuries, illnesses, and death of workers to (blank)
Metal
The use of a (blank) tape measure is prohibited on or near energized equipment or lines
Permanent
There are two types of variances that can be issued by OSHA to an employer; these are temporary and (blank)
Rounded
Three things that would make a sledgehammer unusable are a (blank) head, a loose head, or a damaged handle
False
Through safety education, a well organized safety program is all that is needed to reduce accidents
Aptitude
To have the (blank) to learn and perform is to have the physical and mental ability to learn and to produce
True
Tools not in use shall be returned to their designated storage spaces
Ladder
Tools shall not be left atop poles or on any part of a structure, (blank) or a scaffold
Striving to be an asset to the electrical contractor who employs him or her
Two things a qualified electrical worker must have in order to succeed in the electrical construction industry are technical know how, and (blank)
Serious
Under OSHA regulations, a violation that has a substantial probability to cause death or severe physical harm is called a (blank) violation
Paying fines from OSHA citations
Under OSHA regulations, the employee is not responsible for (blank)
Pockets
Unless fully protected, edged or pointed tools shall not be carried in (blank)
Present his or her credentials
Upon arrival to perform a worksite inspection, an OSHA inspectors first step is to (blank)
Customer
We must all work to satisfy the (blank)
This apprentice could be dropped from the program
What is going to happen if an apprentice does not measure up to the standards set by the committee by not studying and performing well in class
The instructor will conduct a discussion of the lesson by asking apprentices to answer questions explaining the key points and trouble spots
What is going to happen when a student comes to class with the lessons prepared
Take the electrical training alliance on line math class
What is the best option for an apprentice with poor math skills
Learning objectives
When an apprentice specifically studies the (blank) he or she will better understand the main topics of the lesson and exactly what is expected of him or her as a result
Abate
When an employer fails to correct a previously cited OSHA violation beyond a prescribed date, it is called a failure to (blank)
Protective
When storing sharp tools, sharp edges and points shall be covered with (blank) guards
Responsibilities
When the student accepted the opportunity of apprenticeship, he or she also accepted the (blank) of apprenticeship
Foreman
When unusual hazards occur on a job not covered by safety rules, safety planning should take place between the (blank) and workmen
True
When using a sledgehammer, always be certain that others are out of reach of the back swing
False
When using a socket set, it is best to use one size handle, and adaptors on different drive sockets
True
When using electric power tools, one should always use a 3-wire cord with ground
Think about what you just read
Which of the following is the suggested method of study after reading each paragraph in the reference text
Introductory informa
Which of the following items should be read first on every lesson
Read and study the reference material, then attempt to answer the lesson questions
Which of the following represents the best method of answering the lesson questions
The kind of person who will always be productive on the job and in class
Which type of person should you strive to be throughout your apprenticeship and your career as a qualified electrical worker
True
While performing live-line work, conversation should be limited to matters concerning work only
The apprentice
Who will determine whether or not an apprentice succeeds in becoming a journeyman electrical worker
All of the above
Why is management vitally interested in apprentice and journeyman electrical worker training
It creates a stronger impression
Why is underlying rules, formulas, and important statements in textbooks a good practice
Because the apprentices future is directly tied to the contractors success or failure
Why should the apprentice learn to appreciate contractors and the responsibilities they have?
As a hammer
Wrenches shall never be used (blank)
Customer
(Blank) satisfaction ensures more jobs in the future
Restraint
A body belt with a pole strap is an example of a fall (blank) system
Skill/ knowledge/attitude
A competent, skilled qualified electrical worker is one who has (blank), (blank), and a positive (blank) for his or her trade
Mushroomed head
A hand tool such as a chisel is unsuitable for use if it has a (blank)
False
A large number of minor accidents do not indicate something is wrong
Wood
A piece of (blank) can be placed between the load and the head of a jack to help prevent a load from slipping off the jack
Chisel
A screwdriver shall not be used as a punch or a (blank)
Indentured
A signed copy of one's apprenticeship agreement confirms to the student and others that he or she is a (blank) apprentice
True
A student should read the lesson quest before reading the lesson reference material
True
A student will not learn enough in this course by looking up the answers to lesson questions in the reference and writing down the answer
25.5
Accidents associated with hand tools account for (blank) of cases per 10,000 workers in the workplace commendable injuries
Providing yearly physicals
According to OSHa, the employer is not responsible for (blank)
Full body harness with 6' deceleration lanyard
According to the "code of federal regulations" a (blank) is to be worn when working from an aerial lift
False
After completing a full report, the OSHA compliance officer is responsible for determining the amount of proposed fines
Daily
Cable cutters should be adjusted and lunricated (blank) when in use
3
Causes of accidents fall into (blank) categories
Obtaining jobs/supervisory and nonproductive help
Costs of doing business that are considered as overhead(operating expenses) include equipment (office), financing, (blank) and (blank)
Area director
Each OSHA region is divided into local area offices; the title of the person in charge of these offices is (blank)
Explosions
Electricity as a hazard, exposes workers to electric shock, electrocution, and (blank)
False
Employers are not required to provide their employees with the necessary training required by OSHA standards
False
Engaging in practical jokes on the job is allowed as long as it is not around energized equipment
Dropped from the program
Failure to meet apprenticeship obligations will result in the apprentice being (blank)
Interest
Failure to work on a regular basis and to satisfy classroom requirements shows that one has a lack of (blank) in the trade
False
Files may be struck with a hammer when additional pressure on the file is needed
Power sources for the tool
Hazards from tools can be placed in two broad categories; one is danger from the tool's action, and the other is danger from (blank)
True
Human compassion, and the fact that accidents cost money, are two reasons employers do not want accidents to happen
Check it's operations
If a company experiences a large number of minor accidents, it should (blank) and find out why
False
If a large number of minor accident occur, one can logically assume that a major accident will not take place
30 days
If a worker believes they are being punished for exercising their rights under OSHA, they must contact the nearest OSHA office within (blank) of the time they learn of the alleged punishment or dicrimination
False
If a wrench handle is too short, a piece of pipe may be used to lengthen it in order to gain added leverage
Resign from the program
If an apprentice feels that study requirements, tests, or course material are too hard or unfair, and he or she is not willing to dedicate the time and energy into the program, or is not willing to ask for help, what should he or she do about it?
Discriminate
If an employee exercising their OSHA rights, the employer is not permitted to (blank) against the worker in any way
Mandatory
If safety instructions state that something shall be done, this means it is (blank)
Recommend
If safety instructions state that something should be done, this means it is (blank)
Clearance
In order to deenergize a line, a qualified electrical worker normally has to secure a (blank)
Safety standards
Increased training and emphasis placed on safety and safe practices have caused an improvement in (blank)
True
It is important to read and review the introductory statement and reference in each lesson
Congress
It is the purpose and policy of the (blank) to: "assure as far as possible every working man and woman in the nation, safe and healthful working conditions
True
Keeping the job accident free is advantageous to both you and your employer
False
Labor relations must be studied in college before one becomes a contractor and hires labor to work
True
Lowering the prime interest rate can lead to increased employment
Human failure
Most accidents are caused by
False
Most accidents are unavoidable; that is why they are called accidents
False
Most employers permit horseplay on the job after hot work is completed
