Introduction to Arc Flash Training Quiz

-Answer Key-

True or False (Write a T for true or an F for false to the left of each statement)
1.__F_ There are no precautions listed for Arc Flash by OSHA, only in the NFPA 70E standard.
2.__ F _ Intense heat is the only danger to employees during an arc flash event.
3.__ T _ There are 6 Arc Flash Hazard Categories used for selecting PPE in the NFPA 70E standard.
4.__ T _ The new labeling requirements of NFPA 70E are required for any labels applied after 9/30/2011.

Fill in the Blank (write in the blank the correct answer)

5. Name the 2 types of electrical hazards discussed in NFPA 70E:
 _____ARC FLASH_____________
 _____SHOCK_________________
6. Name the 4 electrical hazard boundaries listed in NFPA 70E:
 _____ PROHIBITED APPROACH ______
 _____ RESTRICTED APPROACH _____
 ______ LIMITED APPROACH ________
 _______ ARC FLASH _______________

Multiple Choice (Select the correct answer)

7. What is the unit of measure for Incident Energy:
2
A. lbs/in
B. °F
2
C. cal/cm
D. Inches
E. None of the above
8. Which of the following is an example of PPE for Electrical Shock:
A. Hard hat
B. Long sleeve shirt
C. Arc Rated face shield
D. Rubber insulating gloves
E. All of the above
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9. An incident energy range from 8-25 cal/cm is equal to which Arc Flash Hazard category:
A. Arc Flash Hazard Category 1
B. Arc Flash Hazard Category 3
C. Arc Flash Hazard Category 4
D. Arc Flash Hazard Category 7
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10. What is the significance of an incident energy value = 1.2 cal/cm
A. it is the maximum incident energy rating for Arc Flash Hazard Category 0
B. the minimum amount of incident energy possible for an arc flash event
C. The amount of incident energy at which second degree burns will occur
D. A and B
E. A and C