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Question 1

What percentage is considered passing?

Answer 1

75% or above; Final test needs to be 80%

Question 2

What are the key elements of successful performance?

Answer 2

?

Question 3

A qualified craftsman has 3 main traits name them:

Answer 3

Skill, Positive attitude, knowledge

Question 4

Selected apprentices display what characteristics

Answer 4

Responsibility, aptitude, motivation, and Personality

Question 5

What are the names of 2 early leaders in the electrical contracting industry and what did they do?

Answer 5

•Charles Ford; International Secretary of IBEW

• L.K. Comstock; Contractor and member of NECA

Brought forth the industries first “National Labor Agreement” in 1919 IBEW + NECA adopted the “ Declaration of Principles” which helps work out the differences between union and Contractors for mutual benefit.

Question 6

What is the difference between Should and Shall?

Answer 6

Should- is recommended
Shall- is must

Question 7

What is the main cause of accidents?

Answer 7

Failure to observe rules and use safety devices

Question 8

What type of inspections have the highest priority?

Answer 8

1. Imminent danger

#2. Catastrophes & fatal accidents
#3. Employee complaints
#4. Referrals
#5. Planned inspections
#6. Follow ups
#7. Offsite Phone/Fax/Email

Question 9

Where would you find regulations for construction work? (Federal safety regulations 29 CFR 1926)

Answer 9

OSHA website
NJATC Safety Handbook

Question 10

What are three factors that determine the extent of injury from electrical shock?

Answer 10

• amount of current
• current path through body
• length of time body remains in circuit

Question 11

What are the effects of putting yourself in series?

Answer 11

Being exposed to full-line voltage of the circuit and all the current the voltage is able to drive through the resistance of the body
• extreme pain
• respiratory arrest
• severe muscular contractions
• may lead to death

Question 12

What clothing is worn by electrical workers?

Answer 12

OSHA states clothing that does not increase the extent of injury in the case of an accident

FR clothing that is rated for the arc flash that could be seen on that system

Question 13

Identify and use of
Transformer

Answer 13

Used to step up or step down line voltage
Have both large and small bushings
Large bushings primary voltage
Small bushings secondary voltage
Can be backfed so special precautions are required when working on or around

Question 14

Identify and use
Regulators

Answer 14

Used to automatically boost or buck primary voltage to ensure voltage stays in its optimal range
Have in and out bushings that are the same size

Question 15

Identify and use of
Capacitors

Answer 15

Used to correct power factor and are always at full charge

Question 16

How often should climbing equipment be inspected?

Answer 16

Before and after each use

Question 17

What type of file should be used for gaff filing?

Answer 17

Smooth single cut file

Question 18

Minimal damage to the gaff should be repaired using what?

Answer 18

Honing stone

Question 19

A radius tip is critical for gaff penetration. True/False

Answer 19

True

Question 20

What is the minimum gaff length

Answer 20

1 1/4 inch

Question 21

Body belt attachment points shall be no less than _____ from the back of the D-ring circle.

Answer 21

3”

Question 22

What measurement is used to size body belts?

Answer 22

D-size
Front of hip bone around the back to front of other hip bone

Question 23

What is the plane test?

Answer 23

Place climber flat on soft pine or cedar board push climber forward gaff should dig into wood and begin to hold within one inch if gaffs are properly shaped

Question 24

What is pole cutout test?

Answer 24

Place climber on leg and lightly jab gaff into pole approx. 1/4” push climber to pole and apply full down pressure straight down. The pole surface shall not be cut longer than 2” from gaff entry

Question 25

What is the required guardrail height?

Answer 25

42” +/- 3”
Must be capable of withstanding 200 lbs downward and outward force within 2” of the top rail and not be deflected to a height of less than 39” above the working surface

Question 26

What are five general headings for climber cutouts?

Answer 26

Conditions of poles
Conditions on poles
Clothing
Climbing practices
Climbers

Question 27

How should you support your weight while on a pole?

Answer 27

Straightening your leg and locking your knee

Question 28

What is the proper procedure for descending a pole?

Answer 28

Hitchhiking method with larger steps

Question 29

What is the effective stroke distance when climbing up a pole?

Answer 29

8 to 10 inches

Question 30

How often must we train for pole top rescue?

Answer 30

OSHA mandates an annual review
We should train regularly to stay proficient

Question 31

What if the victim is conscious in a pole top rescue?

Answer 31

Perform the rescue the same keeping the victim calm and rigging the handline to help them descend

Question 32

What is the first thing you should look for when evaluating the situation of a pole top rescue?

Answer 32

Is the victim clear of energized equipment.
What dangers are there.
What happened.
What equipment is needed in order to perform a safe rescue.

Question 33

How do you set up the rescue blocks when doing a bucket rescue?

Answer 33

Attach the blocks high enough for the victim to clear the top lip of the bucket 8.5 ft.
Attach to victims harness
Disconnect their lanyard
Hoist them out of bucket and lower them to ground
Perform cpr

Question 34

What are the reasons for dismissal?

Answer 34

Failing tests
Failure to obey rules
Unsatisfactory performance

Question 35

What is an advantage of an apprentice?

Answer 35

Broad based training
On the job and classroom training