Question 1
Which statement best reflects the hierarchy of risk controls?
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Correct answer: C - Hazard elimination and controls should be considered before PPE
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Which statement best reflects the hierarchy of risk controls?
Correct answer: C - Hazard elimination and controls should be considered before PPE
A worker without required training is assigned near exposed energized parts. What is the concern?
Correct answer: B - Qualification and training requirements still apply
After opening a disconnecting device to establish an electrically safe work condition, what should occur next?
Correct answer: A - Verify absence of voltage with a properly rated test instrument
A circuit has an unexpected second energy source. Which step was missed?
Correct answer: A - Identifying all energy sources
Energized work may be justified when:
Correct answer: C - De-energizing creates a greater hazard or is infeasible
A cord has exposed conductors during inspection. What is the best action?
Correct answer: C - Remove it from service
An arc-flash label shows a high incident-energy exposure for a task. Which factor directly affects incident energy?
Correct answer: B - Available fault current and clearing time
Shock approach boundaries are determined using which information?
Correct answer: B - System voltage and worker exposure
If protective-device clearing time increases, the risk assessment should recognize that:
Correct answer: A - Incident energy may increase
The primary purpose of an arc-flash label is to:
Correct answer: B - Communicate hazard information for safe decisions
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