1-3 Apprentice Lineman Practice Test

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• When alerted by an electric strike warning system, what should an operator do?
• What is the effect called when electricity is generated from pressure?
• What is required for photoemission to take place within a vacuum tube?
• What distinguishes an ANSI Type 1 hard hat?
• Which of the following describes the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance?
• What happens during photoconduction in a conductor?
• True or False: Laid ropes are less subject to kinking than straight ropes.
• What effect is primarily responsible for generating electricity from mechanical stress?
• Which particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?
• What are smaller sub-particles of protons and neutrons called?
• Should a qualified employee be able to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts?
• What information must the label of a hazardous chemical include before entering the workplace?
• When does light occur on a television screen?
• A semiconductor typically has how many electrons in its valence shell?
• What is the simplest form of any matter called?
• How many watts are equivalent to one horsepower?
• How can the base of a ladder be made more stable on grass or gravel?
• When using a hook ladder, to what must the full body harness and retractable lanyard be secured?
• What is a solution that causes electrical conduction in liquids called?
• What level of voltage can electrical hazard shoes protect against under dry conditions?
• What is the primary purpose of flame resistant clothing?
• What is a typically larger diameter rope used for non-critical loads called?
• How many valence electrons does a copper atom have?
• Where is the load capacities chart for a digger derrick typically found?
• Valence electrons are located in which part of an atom?
• What aspect of operational safety does the lockout/tag out procedure address?
• What type of measurement does the gram provide?
• A volt is the amount of potential necessary to cause one coulomb to produce which unit of work?
• What is an important indicator of UV damage on a hard hat?
• What type of program must each company have to meet hazard communication standard requirements?
• What is often considered the weakest link when operating a bore machine?
• Which of the following best represents the chemical source of electricity in everyday life?
• What is a critical checklist item during the preoperational check before using a digger derrick?
• A temperature of -15°F is how many degrees below zero?
• What is the main purpose of employee training under the GHS standard?
• What must be done before any ground is broken at a worksite?
• By what percentage does fiber rope derate when tying a bowline knot?
• When are fall arrest systems required while climbing ladders?
• What is generated anytime current flows through a wire?
• What effect does increasing the number of electrons in a shell have on energy levels?
• What is the minimum wire rope breaking strength required to lift a 10,000 pound load?
• What type of material is generally used for a conductor?
• What happens during the process of electrolysis?
• In order to maintain control while trenching on a slope, the trencher should be in which gear?
• How many digits are present in the whole number system?
• What is the unit of electric current flow?
• Which material is known for its excellent conductivity and is often used in electrical wiring?
• Which method accounts for the majority of electrical power generation?
• A weak point in a hydraulic line could lead to which of the following?
• The process of joining two dissimilar metals together at a junction and applying heat to produce a transfer of electrons is known as what?
• What is the method used to prevent ropes from unraveling?
• Which of the following best describes the valence electrons' role in chemical bonding?
• Conversions in the metric system typically involve multiplying or dividing by powers of what number?
• What is voltage defined as?
• True or False: Allowing the stabilizer arms to remain off the ground can help a backhoe move when digging in hard ground.
• Why is proper weight distribution vital on a trailer?
• How many megawatts is equal to 50,000,000 watts?
• What is the typical number of valence electrons in a conductor?
• Wire rope is selected based on how many factors?
• What is the maximum slope for setting up a digger derrick as per ANSI A 10.31?
• What indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death?
• What statement describes the nature of the hazards of a chemical, including the degree of the hazards?
• How are all atoms generally regarded in their electrical nature?
• What type of boots may be required if sharp objects are present as a hazard?
• What safety procedure must qualified employees be trained in when working near energized parts?
• What common equipment is often associated with fatalities and serious injuries in the electrical trade?
• Has the SI metric system been declared the preferred system of measurement by the United States Congress?
• Which of the following statements is true about health effects from chemicals?
• What happens to the resistance of semiconductors as they are heated?
• What is the term for materials that emit light when electric current is passed through them?
• What happens if too much current flows through a conductor?
• Which component is necessary for current to flow?
• When lifting a load of unknown weight, what type of test should you perform?
• What type of health effect is characterized by long and continuous exposure over time?
• How many kilohertz is equivalent to 63.45 megahertz?
• What causes heat to be generated when current flows through a wire?
• In a hazard communication program, what must be fully evaluated for possible physical or health hazards at the work site?
• What is the first step before beginning any trenching work?
• What is 1,250 volts equal to in megavolts?
• What is commonly found in a safety data sheet (SDS)?
• What happens to atoms with completely filled valence bands?
• How many physical properties are used by the hazard communication standard to categorize their classes of chemicals?
• How much current flows through a wire when one Coulomb flows past a point in one second?
• What is the composition of a copper atom?
• All personnel must be at least how many feet away from any moving parts of a trencher?
• If you are converting between metric units, what is typically needed?
• 'DC' in electrical terms stands for what?
• What is produced when current flows through a resistance?
• What happens to power consumption if voltage is doubled while resistance remains constant?
• What component of a hydraulic system is crucial to check for functionality?
• What is the maximum number of electrons that the valence shell of any atom can hold?
• How many points of tie downs does DOT require?
• Increasing the temperature applied to the junction of a thermocouple will cause a greater transfer of what?
• What does OSHA specify regarding the qualifications of employees in regards to safety practices?
• What is the minimum distance people should be kept away from an operating machine?
• What device uses the heating of two dissimilar metals to produce an electrical potential?
• What is required by OSHA before starting a job at a work site?
• Which type of hard hat provides the most electrical protection?
• What is the rated capacity of digger derricks on a slope?
• True or False: Electrons revolve around the nucleus in paths called orbital rings or shells?
• For which reason should a worker check warning stickers on a powered machine?
• Which of the following is a standard unit for measuring length?
• Why is it critical not to attempt repairs on a gas line after a contact?
• True or False: Photovoltaic action involves electrons striking connected plates, building opposite charges like a battery.
• What is the intended use of the sheep shank?
• Which of the following is equal to 1 ampere?
• What are the small particles of energy contained in light called?
• What does an increase in resistance do to the current in a circuit?
• In what type of circuit does current not flow through the resistance of the full circuit?
• What is required to locate and expose utilities before trenching can begin?
• What is the primary force that holds electrons in orbit around the nucleus?
• What unit is used to measure resistance in an electrical circuit?
• Percentages represent a portion of a whole unit divided into what?
• Which term indicates an imminently hazardous situation that could lead to death or serious injury?
• What is the minimum distance a 40' extension ladder should be set from the wall it is leaning against?
• What system of measurement is used most often in the US?
• What is the preferred method of binding the end of a wire rope to prevent the wires and strands from unraveling?
• What term refers to the direction the strands are twisted in wire rope?
• Which type of lighting is associated with the striking of phosphors by an electron beam?
• What are the basic building blocks of materials that differ based on their particle content?
• Which of the following is the best immediate response upon hitting a utility line with a digging tool?
• What document covers specific safety, service, and operating information for a piece of equipment?
• In the event of a gas line contact or dig up, what is the recommended action?
• After inspecting a trencher, what is the next concern?
• To use an auger with a digger derrick, the boom should be raised to approximately what angle?
• Which of the following is NOT a method for generating electrical energy?
• A special ratio that compares a number to 100 is known as what?
• What is necessary for properly using PPE according to the guidelines?
• Can the operator of a digger leave their controls while a load is suspended?
• What type of battery requires recharging after being drained?
• In terms of electrical terminology, what does the acronym EMF stand for?
• What is the primary use of a Cats Paw knot?
• What condition should rigging and slings always be in before use?
• True or False: The sheep shank is considered a hitch.
• Utilities should be "potholed" for what purpose?
• What is a quickly formed light duty knot that is most readily applicable when hosting a load?
• What three things should you check when inspecting a trencher boom?
• Which term describes current flow when there is no resistance present?
• If a digger derrick has a work platform, where is the jib capacities chart normally located?
• What is the effect of connecting battery cells in series?
• Which subatomic particle is considered to have a positive charge?
• Which material is most widely used for wire rope?
• If eight heating strips each draw 1,500 watts, what is the total power used?
• Compared to Warrington wire rope, how flexible is Seale wire rope?
• What should always be done to ensure safety while using an extension ladder?
• Is it true that a voltage or potential is present at a common wall outlet, but there is no current flow until a device is connected?
• What is the maximum length for a fully extended extension ladder?
• What is the term for the working end of a rope?
• The study of electricity primarily focuses on which part of the atom?
• Can primary batteries be recharged?
• According to the hazard communication standard, which of the following is NOT a method for providing health hazard information?
• What is the purpose of employee training in the context of the hazard communication standard?
• What is the metric prefix for 10^6?
• Which statement describes resistance in conductors compared to insulators?
• According to Ohm's Law, how is current (I) related to voltage (E) and resistance (R)?
• What do you call the portion of a rope that is not involved in making knots, hitches, or bends?
• When working on a ladder, it should, whenever possible, be secured at what point?
• What is the working load limit of a new 3/4 inch 3 strand nylon fiber rope with a safety factor of five?
• What letter is used to indicate voltage in Ohm's law calculations?
• What do warning stickers on an electric or gas powered machine indicate?
• What is the minimum length of overlap required between two sections of a 30' extension ladder?
• The mass of electrons compared to protons can be described in what way?
• 2,500 can be expressed as which of the following powers of 10?
• What is a common sign of wear on trencher teeth?
• The combined use capacities chart is located near what part of the digger derrick?
• What is the charge of the nucleus of any atom?
• Batteries are usually divided into primary cells and what other type?
• What is the relationship between the heat generated and the flow of current in a conductor?
• The direction of current flow in a circuit is defined as what?
• True or False: Unlike charges repel each other?
• Friction is a source of what type of electricity?
• How many electrons can the first shell of an atom contain?
• Digger derricks are manufactured and tested in accordance with which ANSI standard?
• When does heat generation occur in an electrical conductor?
• Electrons located in the inner orbit are of what level of interest to the study of electricity?
• How many protons and electrons does a hydrogen atom contain?
• What process is referred to when friction causes electrons to be transferred from one material to another?
• What type of particle is generally involved in conducting electricity?
• True or False: When climbing down a hook ladder into working position, it is necessary to rely on counting the rungs to avoid stepping off the ladder.
• Do hard hats have a predetermined service life?
• What is one of the main functions of wire rope?
• True or False: There must be relative motion between a magnetic field and a conductor to generate electrical energy.
• Decimals can be expressed in what numerical form?
• Measuring the lay length of a rope helps check the rope for what?
• What information should be embossed on the inside of a hard hat?
• Which material is preferred for tag lines due to its flexibility?
• How many electrons are present in a copper atom?
• Which unit measures electric power?
• Which type of battery can be recharged?
• What principle explains the behavior of dissimilar metals at a junction when heated?
• What factor is primarily responsible for the movement of electrons in a circuit?
• Bending a wire rope over a small diameter sheave/pulley can reduce the effective strength by what percentage?
• Which of the following describes a proper hand signal when wanting an operator to lower a load?
• Which action is necessary to create a potential difference in crystals?
• Which of the following is a property of semiconductors?
• How many valence electrons do conductors generally possess?
• Which of the following is not considered to be a type of hitch?
• True or False: Two people are permitted to work from a hook ladder simultaneously.
• What must be prominently displayed to ensure employee safety regarding hazardous materials?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the six methods known to force electrons from the valence ring of an atom?
• What determines an atom's chemical stability?
• How is 50,000 microamperes represented in milliamperes?
• True or False: Each atom will have the same number of protons and electrons.
• One horsepower is equal to how many watts?
• What phenomenon describes the transfer of electrons when two dissimilar metals are heated together?
• The external energy is imparted to which particles that flow in a conductor?
• What action should a worker take to bond onto the grounded tower when moving from a hook ladder?
• How far must personnel stay away from moving parts of a machine while work is being performed?
• What is the main characteristic of a Class C ANSI hard hat?
• True or False: Insulators typically contain seven or eight valence electrons.
• Which of the following statements is true about semiconductors?
• How far should the base of a ladder be placed from the wall in relation to the working length of the ladder?
• Which operations make up the decimal system alongside whole numbers?
• What percentage of its strength does a straight rope retain when tied in a bowline?
• What method is used to bind two objects together by wrapping ropes around them numerous times?
• Regarding electrical flow, what is the role of the valence shell?
• What is needed from the valence shell to participate in electrical current flow?
• Which factor primarily influences the resistance of a conductor?
• Materials that do not allow an easy flow of electrons are known as what?
• How many valence electrons does copper have?
• Which particle in an atom has a negative charge and orbits the nucleus?
• True or False: The flow of electrons is always from the pole of an electrical energy source that has an excess of electrons to the pole that has a deficiency of electrons.
• What is the term for the flow of electrons through a material?
• In terms of safety, what should electrical workers be particularly cautious about?
• What must be used as backup protection between a hook ladder and a structure?
• The flow of current from negative to positive is defined as what aspect of the circuit?
• What effect does heat have on the movement of electrons in conductive materials?
• What is necessary for current flow to occur?
• What is the result of dividing any number by zero?
• What happens to the electrical potential as the temperature at a thermocouple junction is increased?
• What effect does increasing voltage have on the current in a circuit, assuming resistance remains constant?
• What is the English translation of electricity?
• What is the proper hand position when climbing up and down towers with step bolts?
• True or False: Fiber core rope is less flexible and weaker than WSC or IWRC.
• Which two factors affect the speed of current flow?
• 200 milliamperes is equivalent to how many amperes?
• What force tries to cause electrons to fly off into space as they rotate about the nucleus?
• Which letter in electrical terminology represents current?
• What system did OSHA implement to help control chemical exposure and evaluate hazards?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the nature of electrons?
• In the generation of a potential difference, what type of action can be applied to crystals?
• Which factor is NOT typically considered when selecting wire rope?
• Before towing a trailer, what should be inspected for wear and damage?
• Is fall arrest mandatory for climbing structural steel?
• What phenomenon causes electrical current flow in a circuit?
• What does a higher resistance indicate about current flow, assuming voltage is constant?
• What is the primary purpose of a bull rope?
• What term describes materials where the valence ring is partially filled?
• According to OSHA guidelines, who is permitted to operate a digger derrick?
• A proton has a mass that is how many times greater than that of a neutron?
• What system do whole numbers and their operations form?
• Which device is often used to control excessive current flow in a circuit?
• To properly place equipment on a trailer, where should the weight of the machine be centered?
• Which class of ANSI hard hat is also referred to as a Class G hard hat?
• True or False: The acronym IWRC refers to wire rope.
• The ability of electrons to flow in a conductor is primarily due to what?
• When voltage is applied to a circuit and current flows through the load, what is consumed?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five effects electrical energy can produce?
• True or False: More voltage will be available when the individual cells of a battery are connected in parallel.
• What is the process of producing electrical energy commonly known as?
• Which hand signal is described as "Extend an arm, palm down; then move the hand back and forth"?
• True or False: It requires more energy to remove electrons from items with their outer orbit more than half filled to capacity.
• Which type of rope has the best resistance to dynamic loading?
• To convert percentage figures to decimals, how should you adjust the decimal point?
• What must employers ensure about labels and warnings for hazardous chemicals?
• Where is most of a Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW)'s work performed?
• When the prefix milli is used in the metric or SI system, a fundamental unit of measurement is multiplied by which factor?
• A chemical that may cause acute or chronic health effects after exposure is referred to as what?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three ways GHS standards use to provide information about health hazards?
• Which of the following is a component of adequate eye and face protection?
• Which of these materials is not considered a good conductor?
• What does it mean when electricity is merely stored and at rest?
• Which type of rope is more susceptible to wear, according to rope types discussed?
• What does the GHS require from chemical manufacturers and importers regarding hazardous chemicals?
• If you come in contact with or hit a communication line, how should you treat it?
• What is the derating factor of knots on rope?
• Which organization issued the hazard communication standard to help control chemical exposure on the job?
• Is it true or false that a 12,000-volt transformer is referred to as a 120-kilovolt transformer?
• How many electrons are equivalent to one Coulomb?
• Which of the following is NOT a proper action when using extension ladders?
• Batteries are usually divided into which two categories?
• Is matter defined as the material from which all known physical objects are made?
• What is the outer shell of an atom primarily responsible for?
• What is the ideal position for the weight when loading a trencher on a trailer?
• What happens if there is too much weight on the tongue of a trailer?
• When ascending or descending a ladder, what position should the hands maintain?
• What happens to current flow if resistance increases while pressure remains the same?
• What is a circuit called when there is a break preventing the flow of current?
• What information must be included on all SDS regarding the responsible party?
• A loss of diameter due to corrosion of more than what percentage is a reason for removing the rope from service?
• Which electrons are responsible for electric current flow?
• Why should Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be considered a last resort?
• What are the paths called in which electrons revolve around the nucleus?
• The quantity of protons in an element is identified by its what?
• What is the metric prefix for 10^3?
• What additional information should rigging and slings carry?
• What condition describes the process of photons freeing more electrons in a relatively poor conductor?
• Which phenomenon serves as our primary source of electric power?
• What is a commonly used splice in line work?
• True or False: Materials with a partially filled valence ring are considered to be chemically stable.
• Seale stranded rope is more flexible than which type of rope?
• What is the primary reason you should never check a hydraulic line under pressure with your hand?
• Power is directly related to what two factors?
• What distinguishes an improved plow cable from a standard plow cable?
• What is the approximate strength reduction of rope when using knots?
• 17 milliamperes is equivalent to how many microamperes?
• True or False: When two unlike metals are submerged in an electrolyte solution, the metal that accumulates electrons is the negative pole.
• The static charge is described as what type of electrical energy?
• If the right arm is extended with the thumb up, what does it mean?
• When excessive electrons flow from one body to another, this is referring to what type of electrical process?
• What should be checked daily on a hard hat?
• What are the small particles of energy that light consists of called?
• Friction is a source of which type of electricity?
• What is the term for the loose or slack part of a rope between two ends?
• Electrical current is best described as the flow of what particles?
• How is GVW (gross vehicle weight) calculated?
• True or False: Preformed wire ropes have strands that are permanently formed into a helical shape.
• How many ways does the hazard communication standard state to provide information about health hazards?
• True or False: A battery cell has a single chemical structure with metallic electrodes and an electrolytic solution.
• What does SDS stand for in the context of hazard communication?
• True or False: The term "breaking strength" refers to the maximum weight a wire rope can handle before failure.
• What surrounds the central nucleus of an atom?
• What role do chemical manufacturers have in hazard communication?
• What is the maximum capacity of electrons in the third shell of an atom?
• Which type of battery cannot be recharged?
• How often should a hard hat be inspected for damage?
• What action should a machine operator take when signaling to "stop"?
• Which factor is known to reduce the life of a hard hat?
• Tag lines are commonly used with which type of rope?
• What are the particles in the outermost orbit of an atom called?
• How do photons release energy into materials?
• What kind of electrons participate in electrical conductivity?
• Which type of hazard is described as causing long-lasting health issues after repeated exposure?
• Who is responsible for providing employers with copies of the SDS with their initial shipment?
• True or False: Electrons can exist in multiple orbits around the nucleus simultaneously.
• How many chains does the DOT require when securing a load?
• Why is lowering the attachments of a trencher beneficial?
• What characteristic influences how a crystal generates electrical potential based on its cut?
• Which hand signal is described as "Extend the left arm across the body and use the right hand to point at the left hand"?
• When considering the capacity of a bore machine, what must be done to the total weight of added components?
• What term is used for chemicals that may cause acute or chronic health effects after exposure?
• What is the unit of electrical power?
• Lang lay ropes have what characteristic compared to regular lay ropes?
• True or False: Photoemission occurs when photons strike a material, releasing electrons within a vacuum tube.
• What is a common requirement for employees facing electrical hazards?
• What value does 'kilo' represent in the metric system?
• Who must remain in plain sight of each other when giving hand signals?
• Which of the following describes the required information on an SDS?
• What differs among isotopes of atoms?
• Extension ladders up to 36 feet high should have a minimum of what distance as overlap between sections when extended?
• What type of rope has reduced strength and flexibility when compared to wire rope?
• Before a hazardous chemical enters the workplace, what specific warnings must be provided?
• What happens to the resistance of a conductor when it is heated?
• What standard governs the performance requirements for hard hats?
• Why is it important to observe and follow proper approach distances to energized parts?
• What is the correct hand signal to indicate "move forward"?
• What defines the electrical balance in terms of atomic structure?
• What do wire rope strands wrap around?
• What is physically displaced in a crystal due to an electrical current that produces pressure?
• What is considered the best natural conductor of electricity?
• How is head protection typically achieved in hard hats?
• A qualified electrical worker should always face the ladder when what action is being performed?
• To avoid overreaching, where should a worker's hips be kept while on a ladder?
• What is the primary cause of fatalities for electrical workers related to falls?
• What is the more commonly known name for the hazard communication standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)?
• What is the primary voltage protection of a Class B ANSI hard hat?
• From which type of energy can electrical energy be derived?
• What is the primary function of a circuit breaker?
• How often should rubber insulated gloves be tested for safety?
• Which electrical concept involves the imbalance of electrons between two bodies?
• Which of the following is NOT typically included in hard hat markings?
• What system is formed by whole numbers and basic arithmetic operations?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three main parts of an atom?
• What happens to the transfer of electrons as temperature increases?
• When one electron strikes a valence shell with two valence electrons, how is the energy affected?
• What is the process called when electricity is produced by moving a conductor through a magnetic field?
• The safety alert symbol signals what to the workers?
• What is one characteristic of a bump hat?
• What is a characteristic of rotation resistant ropes compared to similar sized ropes?
• What is one of the unavoidable hazards associated with the electrical trade?
• Which type of circuit has the highest or maximum current flow?
• True or False: Hooks used on digger derrick synthetic load lines should have throat latching mechanisms.
• Which unit is used to measure temperature?
• Can voltage flow through a wire or other conductor?
• Which type of ANSI hard hat is tested at 2200 V?
• What is the typical unit of measurement for current flow?
• What is an important tool for signaling when it is safe to move while backing up?
• What determines the value of a digit in our numbering system?
• What term is used to describe materials that allow electrons to flow easily through them?
• In thermoelectric applications, what role does temperature play?
• What type of hard hat is primarily used by Qualified Electrical Workers?
• Which of the following describes an electrolyte?
• Magnesium is classified as a metal due to its number of valence electrons. How many does it have?
• How many inches are in one mile, using the conversion factors given?
• What is the equivalent of one mile in feet?
• How many individuals are allowed to work off an extension ladder at once?
• What is the term for the potential difference caused by an unequal number of electrons between two objects?
• Which method is NOT one of the three methods of producing light with little heat loss?
• In what condition should you not use a ladder?
• True or False: Semiconductors are both good conductors and good insulators.
• What are the two basic uses for a hand line?
• Which of the following best describes a conductor?
• What is the recommended angle for placing an extension ladder against a wall?
• What is the most important responsibility of a digger derrick operator?
• Which material is widely recognized as the best semiconductor?
• What does hydraulic overload protection safeguard the unit from?
• What is a safe practice when using a boring machine in regards to utility lines?
• What term refers to the total amount of power consumed by devices in a circuit?
• Which of the following would NOT be a consideration for hard hat maintenance?
• What is the main characteristic of insulators?
• What is a common everyday example of a chemical source of electricity?
• What is the result of combining a whole number with a proper fraction?
• What is the smallest particle of an element that retains its characteristics called?
• With the exception of friction, what can electrical energy produce that is similar to the methods used to generate it?
• When two metals interact in an electrolyte, which type of energy is primarily involved?
• When operating a trencher, what can the operator do regarding utility detection?
• True or False: Electrical current is produced when an electron from one atom knocks electrons from another atom out of orbit.
• Which method can force electrons out of their orbit?
• What is an essential component covered during the job briefing before starting work?
• What is a primary characteristic of nylon rope in lineman applications?
• Which material is considered the best insulator?
• What defines a chronic health effect?
• A battery cell is composed of what essential components?
• The lay of the strands combined with the twist direction of wires results in what two types?
• If the magnetic field and conductor are moved together at the same rate, what will happen to the electrical energy generated?
• How many words can be used as signal words on a chemical label?
• When conducting a preoperational check on a digger derrick, how should the qualified electrical worker operate the unit?
• What factor typically affects the conductivity of a semiconductor?
• What is the term used for a document that provides information on chemicals posing physical or health hazards?
• Which type of rope is noted for its ability to float?
• Which characteristic is true about high carbon steel wire rope?
• True or False: Centrifugal force pulls electrons away from the nucleus and exactly balances the force pulling them toward the nucleus?
• How many valence electrons does an insulator generally have?
• What type of electrons do semiconductors have when compared to conductors?
• PPE is effective only if it is properly selected, used, maintained, and what else?
• When backing up a vehicle, what must be operational?
• According to OSHA, when is eye and face protection required?
• What is the first step in ensuring safety with any piece of equipment?
• What is the maximum possible speed at which current can travel?
• True or False: Failure to follow NOTICE instructions could cause damage to the equipment or cause it to operate improperly.
• What happens to the energy required to remove electrons as the valence shell becomes more filled?
• When expressing a number in scientific notation, moving the decimal point to the right results in what change to the exponent?
• What does the ANSI standard describe in relation to digger derricks?
• How many lamps that draw 200 milliamperes can be connected to a circuit supplying 10 amperes?
• What is the number of valence electrons in a semiconductor?
• What is the term for a circuit that can still conduct electricity even when a switch is open?
• What type of line should always be treated with caution similar to electrical lines?
• Are materials with a partially filled valence ring considered chemically stable?
• What term describes a measurement that compares a number to 100?
• What does a short circuit have very little or zero of?
• What type of element typically has more than two valence electrons?
• Multiplication can be described as a method to express what operation?
• Which of the following does NOT affect current flow in a circuit?
• In a circuit, when increasing the number of electrons in one object compared to another, what is the resulting effect?
• What is the term for the opposition to current flow through a material?
• What is the atomic number for copper?
• What is produced alongside heat whenever current flows through a conductor?
• What are additional instructions or information provided by a label producer known as?
• True or False: Light does not have the ability to force electrons out of orbit.
• True or False: Semiconductors are used in the construction of solid-state devices.
• What is used to measure mass?
• What is the action called when an electrical current causes chemical actions to take place?
• What is the relationship of volts to kilovolts?
• What type of materials are described as having partially filled valence rings?
• What is the charge state of materials that can store electrical energy and have a full valence ring?
• According to safety standards, what are the two main functions of head protection?
• What is one of the most important training requirements of the GHS standard?
• To determine the load capacity of the digger derrick when a boom stage is not fully retracted, you should use the capacity for that boom when it is?
• When converting volts to kilovolts, what number do you divide by?
• A transformer is given a test at what voltage if the test is 90 kilovolts?
• What is the maximum number of electrons that can be contained in any orbit of an atom?
• What is the role of valence electrons in an atom?
• What should be done if the ladder is unstable during use?
• Which system is often considered the opposite of the SI metric system?
• In the classification of a wire rope, the first number indicates what?
• What is the typical safety factor used in determining the load limit for wire ropes?
• During ladder transfer, which direction should the transfer ideally occur?
• Who is responsible for maintaining a safe clear zone around the machine?
• When trenching across the slope of a hill, what should be done to maintain control of the trencher?
• What is considered the primary source of electrical power?
• A 6 x 19 wire rope classification could have between how many wires per strand?
• The repulsion of like charges is considered what type of force?
• What type of stranded rope has all one size wires on the outside layer and another size wires in the next layer?
• When using an extension ladder to access the roof of a building, how far should the top of the ladder extend above the roof edge?
• What is defined as a health effect that occurs rapidly after a brief exposure?
• What is the definition of a 'bight' in rope terminology?
• What is the function of the electrical strike warning system on a bore machine?
• Who is responsible for maintaining the clear zone around a backhoe?
• Who may need to observe the approach distance to exposed lines and equipment?
• True or False: More current will be available when the individual cells of a battery are connected in series.
• What is the primary purpose of an operator's manual for equipment?
• What must a Qualified Electrical Worker wear when handling a pole that could contact an energized conductor?
• What type of splice finishes a rope end as an alternative to whipping?
• What two particles make up the nucleus of an atom?
• Electricity obtained from pressure is referred to as what effect?
• What is the least effective method for producing light with low heat loss?
• What does SI stand for?
• Where in nature is the ability to generate electrical energy found?
• If a ladder is deemed defective, what is the appropriate action to take?
• What is the result of dividing the original measurement by the conversion factor?
• What is the maximum working load for one inch double braided polyester winch rope?
• Which ring is mentioned as being of little interest in the study of electricity?
• What type of hitch is quickly formed and can be hung on a hook?
• One horsepower is equivalent to how many kilowatts?
• Under what circumstance is a fast slap with the hand used when bonding onto a grounded tower?
• What should employees do to avoid injuries from sharp objects?
• When transferring from a ladder to a roof, which part of the ladder should you transfer from?
• True or False: Like charges attract each other?
• What are the two types of lay for wire rope?
• What is the rated capacity for a boom with all booms retracted at a 75° angle?
• What term describes the flow of electrons from a location with an excess of electrons to a location with a deficiency of electrons?
• What does a back splice do to a rope?
• Which term describes the method for securing two ropes together?
• What is combined with electroluminescence in a fluorescent lamp to produce light?
• What is one of the main limitations of PPE?
• Which type of material has 7 or 8 valence electrons typically?
• Who is responsible for providing approved PPE, tools, and hardware that meet regulatory requirements?
• What type of current flow is identified in the DC Theory textbook?
• What is the result of a division operation called?
• True or False: Grades of wire rope include traction, steel, and improved plow steel.
• When placed under pressure, what do certain crystalline substances generate?
• In an electrical circuit, where is the potential energy stored?
• What role does temperature play in a thermocouple operation?
• A typical digger derrick lifting-capacity chart at 45° indicates the boom will reach how far from the center of the boom pedestal?
• Friction is created by running objects together, resulting in the transfer of what?
• To convert from one unit of measurement to another, what must be established first?
• What phenomenon occurs when photons strike a surface and cause the release of electrons?
• What is the primary use of extension ladders?
• Is PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) considered a substitute for engineering and administrative controls?
• True or False: Safety statements are critical for highlighting potential hazards related to digger derrick operation.
• Which of the following can be considered a source of static electricity?
• What does the prefix 'kilo' signify?
• Can insulators store an electrical charge?
• What type of current is typically associated with power lines in households?
• Which type of energy can produce similar effects as the energy used to create it?
• Which type of energy does photovoltaic action utilize to produce electricity?
• What process occurs when two unlike metals are submerged in an electrolyte solution?
• What must occur to generate electrical energy in relation to a conductor?
• How often does the direction of current flowing through a power line change?
• Who is responsible for maintaining a safe clear zone around the machine?
• What type of injury can flame resistant clothing help to minimize?
• When establishing hand signals, what is crucial for effective communication?
• What term describes the distance or number of units from 0?
• A small doorbell transformer rated at 50-volt-amperes is equivalent to how many kVA?
• Is it considered safe practice to attach light loads to a fall protection anchor point for accessibility?
• Which phenomenon describes how light interacts with matter and releases energy?
• Who qualifies as a qualified employee under OSHA regulations?