Electrical safety

Question 1

Always assume power lines, batteries and solar systems are live T/F?

Answer 1

TRUE

Question 2

What is the exclusion zone from down lines and/or other suspected electrical hazards e.g. damaged pillar

Answer 2

8m

Question 3

Name 3 ways to identify presence of PV arrays

Answer 3

1. Visible panels on roof
2. Inverter panel/box
3. Signage on switchboard

Question 4

What are the 3 locations to isolate switches

Answer 4

1. Main switchboard
2. Inverter box
3. On/near panels

Question 5

Two locations for shutdown procedures?

Answer 5

1. Main switchboard AC then DC

2. Inverter box/panel AC then DC