Residential Wiring

Question 1

What types of wire are used in houses?

Answer 1

NMD7-14/2
NMD7-14/3

Question 2

What is an armor cable?

Answer 2

A metallic sheathed cable used for any place which has a lot of heat.

Question 3

Conduit

Answer 3

Metallic piping system which is used where exposed wiring may be damaged.

Question 4

Lumex

Answer 4

Standard plastic or nylon cable used for home wiring.

Question 5

What two things should you do if someone is being electrocuted?

Answer 5

-Use an insulating material to free them
-Turn off power

Question 6

Eight tools required for house wiring:

Answer 6

Cable Ripper
Diagonal Pliers
Needle nose Pliers
Linesman Pliers
Wire stripper
Robertson Screwdriver
Standard Screwdriver
Hammer

Question 7

Materials needed for house wiring

Answer 7

Receptacle Box
Octagon Box
SPST Switch
3 Way Switch
Connectors
Nails
Wire

Question 8

Rules for receptacles

Answer 8

-14” above the floor for normal installations
-No more than 6 ft away from any outlet

Question 9

Who enforces electrical code laws?

Answer 9

Manitoba Hydro, Local Inspectors

Question 10

Who can obtain a permit?

Answer 10

Electrical contractors, electricians, home owners working on their own residences