Tools
This insulated tool is used to drive screws in electrical panels and outlets.
What is a screwdriver (insulated)?
Required before using any electrical tool.
What is Eye protection / PPE?
Protective covering around electrical wires.
What is Insulation?
In the AWG system, a higher number means this.
What is a thinner wire (smaller diameter)?
Color code for hot wire in standard circuits.
What is Black (or red)?
These pliers are essential for cutting, gripping, and twisting wires.
What are lineman’s pliers (or side-cutting pliers)?
Never work on live circuits without this.
What is Lockout / tagout or de-energizing?
Metal or plastic pipe used to protect and route wires.
What is Conduit?
Common gauge for general household lighting and outlet circuits in Canada.
What is 14 AWG?
This connects all grounds together.
What is Grounding / bonding?
This tool safely removes insulation from wires without damaging the conductor.
What is a wire stripper?
Ontario act governing workplace electrical safety.
What is OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety?
Common material used for electrical boxes and panels.
What is Metal or Plastic?
Thicker wire (lower gauge number) is used for this.
What is higher current / heavier loads?
Method of joining wires securely.
What is Wire nut (or marrette) / splicing?
Used to test if a circuit is live; often includes voltage detection.
What is a voltage tester (or multimeter)?
Tool that prevents shock by cutting power.
What is GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)?
These secure wires and prevent movement inside walls.
What is cable staples / straps?
This gauge is often used for kitchen appliances or dryers.
What is 10 AWG or 8 AWG?
Running wires inside walls following code.
What is Romex / NM cable in studs?
A flexible tool used to pull wires through conduit or walls.
What is fish tape?
Must be worn when working near energized equipment.
What is Voltage-rated gloves / insulated tools?
Non-conductive material used to wrap connections for safety.
What is electrical tape?
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires proper sizing based on this.
What is amperage (current draw) / load?
Ontario code that governs all electrical installations.
What is Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) / CEC?