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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
NON-NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: INSTALLATION RULES
INSTALLATION RULES
(FIRST PAPER)
TIME: 3 HOURS
MARKS: 100
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1.

Answer ALL the questions.

2.

Read ALL the instructions carefully and then answer the questions.

3.

Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.

4.

Even though NOT explicitly stated in a question, ALL the answers must comply with
the relevant codes and/or requirements of the SABS/SANS Publications (latest
edition), Occupational Health and, Safety Act Regulations.

5.

The answers need NOT be word-perfect in all respects according to the publications, but must show that the candidate fully understands the context of the
relevant questions. (ANY meaningful answer will be marked.)

6.

Write neatly and legibly. Untidy work and/or illegible handwriting or generalising of
answers will NOT be marked.

7.

The necessary tables are supplied.

8.

The candidates must pass PAPER 1 and PAPER 2 with 50% each. Both
examination papers may be written during the same examination period. However,
candidates need not pass both examinations during the same trimester, but the
SECOND EXAMINATION MUST BE PASSED within 12 months of the first,
otherwise both examinations must be re-written. However, if a candidate obtains 75
of 100 marks in ANY ONE of the. examinations, he/she will be permanently
exempted from re-writing that examination. An appropriate statement will be issued.
For ACCREDITATION purposes ALL candidates must meet the requirements
prescribed by the Department of Labour.

9.

NO condonation will be considered.

10.

Candidates must attempt ALL compulsory questions that appear in the examination.

11.

Start EACH question on a NEW page and end it on the same page.

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QUESTION 1: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT 1993 (ACT 85 OF 1993)

AS AMMENDED
The above refers to electrical installations and machinery on construction
sites and is applicable to contractors.
With reference to the above elaborate on the following:
1.1

Before construction commences and during the progress thereof,

regarding under and over electrical cables

(3)

1.2

All parts of electrical installations and machinery .

(3)

1.3

In working areas where the exact location of underground electric

power lines is unknown.

(4)
[10]

QUESTION 2: SANS 10142 PART 1 OF 2008: CLAUSE 3

DEFINITIONS
With reference to the following given definitions only fill in the missing
word/s next to the question number (2.1 2.10) in the ANSWER BOOK.
Class II appliance: appliance that has or
(or both ) throughout, and that is without provision for earthing.

(1)

Fixed appliance: appliance that is fastened or otherwise secured a

specific location , and that would be removed to
another location

(1)

Stationery appliance: appliance that is normally not moved or cannot

easily be moved...

(1)

Armoured cable : cable that has a covering of metallic wires or

galvanized steel wires or

(1)

2.5

Circuit: arrangement of conductors for the electric current.

(1)

2.6

Extraneous conductive part : conductive part that does not

(1)

2.7

Functional bonding conductor : conductor provided for .

(1)

2.8

Functional earthing conductor: earthing conductor provided for ...

(1)

2.9

Protective earthing conductor: conductor provided for

(1)

2.10

Contactor that is capable of making, carrying and breaking

currents under normal operating conditions.

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

(1)
[10]

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QUESTION 3: SANS 10142 PART 1 OF 2008 FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY ( ESTIMATED LOAD)
3.1

3.2

3.3

Who is responsible to determine the type and capacity of an electrical

supply?

(2)

What is the maximum % volt drop for AC and DC fixed appliance at the
point of outlet

(2)

The value of the estimated load can be calculated by using certain

fixed values.
Elaborate on each and give the applicable diversity for residential and elevator
installations.
(6)
[10]

QUESTION 4: SANS 10142 PART 1 of 2008 TYPE OF WIRING AND METHODS OF

INSTALLATION
4.1

Name SIX considerations which will influence the above.

(6)

4.2

Emergency control In dangerous situations it is necessary to immediately

interrupt the power supply, name TWO installation requirements of the
device to satisfy the above.
(2)

4.3

Extra low voltage systems - (shock hazard protection )

Name the THREE instances where exposed conductive parts of SELV
circuit shall not be connected to.

(2)
[10]

QUESTION 5: SANS 10142 PART 1 OF 2008 FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS.

The nominal cross sectional area of a conductor shall be determined in
accordance with FIVE basic safety considerations, elaborate on each ONE.
[10]
QUESTION 6: SANS 10142 PART 1 OF 2008
SCOPE
6.1

Regulation 1.3 of SANS 10142 refers to where the code is not applicable.
Amendments No 5 addresses surge protection and extra low voltage control
circuits elaborate on both of the amendment.
(5)

6.2

Requirements for SELV and PELV circuits/systems.

6.2.1 Name THREE instances where live parts of SELV circuits shall NOT
be connected to
(3)
6.2.2 Name TWO design requirements regarding plugs and socket outlets
for SELV and PELV systems.
(2)
[10]

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QUESTION 7: SANS 10142 PART 1 of 2008: (COMPULSORY)

MEDICAL LOCATIONS
7.1

Fully describe the electrical characteristics of the insulating monitoring

device which monitors the IT supply systems in a group 2 medical
location.

(5)

7.2

SOCKET OUTLET CIRCUITS IN MEDICAL IT SYSTEMS FOR GROUP 2

MEDICAL LOCATIONS
What are the TWO main configurations of the socket outlets at
each patients bed head?
(2)

7.3

What are the TWO requirements for socket outlets where circuits are
supplied from TN systems in the same medical locations?

7.4

(2)

Not more than two items of electro medical equipment shall be supplied
from each point of outlet.
Is this statement TRUE or FALSE?
(1)

QUESTION 8: SABS 0292 of 2001:EARTHING OF LOW VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION

SYSTEMS
8.1

Elaborate on the scope of the code with reference to the voltages only.

(2)

8.2

Refer to diagram sheet figure 1.

Identify the following types of earthing extension systems 8.2.1 to 8.2.4
and write the answers next to the question numbers.
(4 x 2) (8)
[10]

QUESTION 9: SANS 10142 PART 1 OF 2008

ANNEXURE S
9.1

Identify FIGURE 2 (S4) on the attached diagram sheet.

(2)

9.2

Provide all the missing information from A to P for question 9.1

(16 x ) =

(8)
[10]

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QUESTION 10: SABS 10198-1 & 2 OF 2004 (LATEST EDITION)

THE SELECTION, HANDLING AND INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL
POWER CABLES OF RATING NOT EXCEEDING 33 kV
(SELECTION OF CABLE TYPE AND METHOD OF INSTALLATION)
10.1

10.2

Define the following:

10.1.1 Cable

(2)

10.1.2 Close overcurrent protection

(2)

10.1.3 Fully restrained system

(2)

10.1.4 Unrestrained system

(2)

Name TWO basic functions an electrical power cable must be able to

perform.

TOTAL

P1 APR 10

(2)
[10]
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Diagram sheet
Figure 1
8.2.1 to 8.2.4(Extension earthing supply systems)

8.2.1

8.2.2

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8.2.3

8.2.4

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Diagram Sheet
Figure 2

S.4

Change-over switch connection where standby power feeds in after the main
DB (point of supply) into a sub-DB.
B
A

D
G
FF