Underground
ACDC Fundamentals
Single Phase Transformation
Bucket Truck rescue
Miscellaneous
100

A Protection Extension can be taken by a person authorized to:

Category 3

100

What type of charge do electrons have?

a negative electrostatic

100

The winding of a transformer which is connected to the source is referred to as the _____________________ winding.

Primary

100

How often must a formal inspection of the rescue blocks be completed?

Annually

100

Which SPR rule refers to the meaning of Viable Rescue?

802

200

What size conductor is used for an underground 200 amp service?

4/0 triplex

200

For electric current to occur in a conductor, free electrons in the conductor must:

Move in one direction

200

The core of a transformer is made of laminated sheet-steel to reduce:

Eddy currents

200

How often should bucket rescues be practiced?

6 months

200

What is the key to success on a tailboard?

Communication

300

What does “XLPE” stand for?

Cross-linked poly-ethylene

300

What unit is used to measure electromotive force?

Volt

300

In a step-up transformer, which winding will contain more turns?

Secondary Winding

300

What are the two types of bucket rescue techniques?

Rope blocks and tipping

300

Class 0 (Zero) rubber gloves must be worn for work on voltages above:

31V AC & 150V DC

400

What colour is "C" phase?

Blue

400

What are the units used for measuring electrical resistance?

Ohm

400

The opposition to the flow of current is?

Resistance

400

What is the correct order of steps for completing a successful rescue?

Prepare, Analyze, Make scene safe, Call for help, Act quickly and safely

400

What must be done IMMEDIATELY before applying worker protection grounding / bonding to any conductor?

Test for potential by using an approved voltage checking device

500

What do the two white bands on an elbow mean?

Load break elbow

500

. For a voltage to be induced in a conductor by an external magnetic field, what must there be between the conductor and magnetic field?

Relative motion

500

The normal percentage change between taps on a distribution transformer in BC Hydro is:

4.5 %

500

In order for a non-breathing victim to have the best chance for a full recovery, resuscitation should start before what time?

4 minutes

500

The inner core of a double braided rope accounts for how much of the overall strength?

50%

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