QUIZ 3 -F Flashcards

(37 cards)

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NECA means

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National Electrical Contractors Association

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2
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Motto of NECA is?

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The Voice of the Electrical Construction Industry

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3
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NECA focuses on

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Installation practices & workmanship

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4
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When was NECA founded?

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1901 (usa)

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5
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When was NETA founded?

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1972

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6
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when was IEEE founded?

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1963 (merger of AIEE and
IRE, USA-based)

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7
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When was UL founded?

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1894

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8
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NECA focuses on

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Installation quality &
best practices

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9
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NETA focuses on

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Testing, commissioning,
maintenance

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10
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IEEE focuses on

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Technical standards,
innovation, R&D

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11
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UL focuses on

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Product safety testing
and certification

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12
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Who is the main users of NECA

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Electrical contractors,
installers

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Who is the main users of NETA

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Testing engineers,
commissioning teams

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14
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Who is the main users of IEEE

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Researchers, engineers,
standard developers

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15
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Who is the main users of UL

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Manufacturers, product
developers

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16
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What is the role of NECA in projects

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Ensures workmanship
& compliance

17
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What is the role of NETA in projects

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Verifies proper operation
before energizing

18
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What is the role of IEEE in projects

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performance
expectations

19
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What is the role of UL in projects

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Certifies that products
are safe to use

20
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Is NECA mandatory?

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Not always, but used
in professional specs sometimes

21
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Is NETA mandatory?

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Not code-mandated but
widely followed

22
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Is IEEE mandatory?

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Voluntary; often
referenced in tech specs

23
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Is UL mandatory?

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Often required by
law/insurance (esp. in
US)

24
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UL means

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Underwriters Laboratories

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Motto of UL?
The safety science leader
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Defines the standard for wired LAN connections—used in networking for control systems, SCADA, and industrial automation.
IEEE 802.3 (ETHERNET)
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IEEE means
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
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Motto of IEEE
Advancing Technology for Humanity
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Used to commission new substations or switchgear—ensures insulation, wiring, and relays are properly tested before energizing.
ANSI/NETA ATS -2025 Acceptance Testing Specification
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NETA means
InterNational Electrical Testing Association
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Motto of NETA
Setting the Standard
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Sets guidelines for clean, safe, and professional electrical installations—used as a benchmark in quality inspections.
ANSI/NECA 1-2023: Standard for Good Workmanship in Electrical Construction
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Common in electrical panels—used in homes, offices, and industrial facilities. UL ensures they won’t catch fire, fail to trip, or cause electric shock.
UL-listed circuit breakers
34
This logo consists of two simple letters enclosed in a circle. The design is minimalistic, often in red or black, and it’s typically found on the labels of appliances and electrical products to signify safety certification.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
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This logo typically features bold, uppercase letters with a lightning bolt design incorporated, suggesting high-voltage testing and power. The look is professional and technical, representing an organization that deals with electrical testing standards.
NETA (InterNational Electrical Testing Association)
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This logo includes three stars and a red, swooping ribbon-like shape that resembles part of an American flag. It gives off a patriotic and professional vibe, symbolizing its ties to the U.S. electrical contracting industry.
NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association)
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This logo usually features a diamond-shaped icon with an embedded right-hand rule symbol in the center, reflecting fundamental electrical engineering principles. It may also include the organization’s acronym in a clean, professional font.
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)