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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 256 - 704.410.3.10 Note 2: - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 704 refers to 'Construction and demolition site installations' you will find section 704 starts on page 256 you need to browse the section looking for the key 'protection against electric shock' you will find this in 704.410.3.10 Note 2: the SELV system is the 'strongly preferred' method for portable handlamps in confined or damp locations
Explanation: Page 256 - 704.410.3.10 Note 2: - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 704 refers to 'Construction and demolition site installations' you will find section 704 starts on page 256 you need to browse the section looking for the key 'protection against electric shock' you will find this in 704.410.3.10 Note 2: the SELV system is the 'strongly preferred' method for portable handlamps in confined or damp locations
2. Which core in a multi-core cable used in a motor home, shall be used to supply the reversing light?
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B
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D
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 313 - Table A721 - Annex A721 - Linked with A721.55.2.6 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 721 refers to 'Electrical Installations in Caravans and Motor Caravans' you will find section 721 on page 306, you must skim through the section to Annex A721 to find the answer. Try to remember, you may find the answer to many motor homes or motor caravan accessories questions in Table A721. Looking down the Function column for 'Reversing light' and cross-reference with the Core number column you will find the reversing light should be connected via core 8
Explanation: Page 313 - Table A721 - Annex A721 - Linked with A721.55.2.6 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 721 refers to 'Electrical Installations in Caravans and Motor Caravans' you will find section 721 on page 306, you must skim through the section to Annex A721 to find the answer. Try to remember, you may find the answer to many motor homes or motor caravan accessories questions in Table A721. Looking down the Function column for 'Reversing light' and cross-reference with the Core number column you will find the reversing light should be connected via core 8
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 330 - 740.313.1.1 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 740 refers to 'Temporary Electrical Installations for Structures' no mention of 'Circuses' this term has been removed from the Part 7 contents page. you will find section 740 on page 330; you need to look for some reference to 'Voltage' and in 740.313.1.1 you will find that the nominal voltage shall not exceed 230 volts a.c. - 400 volts a.c. would be for a 3-phase system, 240V a.c. (nominal) was changed a long time ago
Explanation: Page 330 - 740.313.1.1 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 740 refers to 'Temporary Electrical Installations for Structures' no mention of 'Circuses' this term has been removed from the Part 7 contents page. you will find section 740 on page 330; you need to look for some reference to 'Voltage' and in 740.313.1.1 you will find that the nominal voltage shall not exceed 230 volts a.c. - 400 volts a.c. would be for a 3-phase system, 240V a.c. (nominal) was changed a long time ago
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 310 - 721.55.2.6 (ii) -The Part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 721 refers to 'Electrical Installations in Caravans and Motor Caravans' The 'key' to answering this question is the question did 'NOT' state the caravan was on a caravan site, if it had then we would have had to refer to section 708 'Caravan and Camping Parks' you will find section 721 on page 306. The answer is under the section heading 'Accessories' and in 721.55.2.6 (ii) you will find a flexible cable of continuous length of 25 m may be used, plus an allowance of +/- 2m, allowing a maximum length of 25 m + 2 m = 27 m
Explanation: Page 310 - 721.55.2.6 (ii) -The Part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 721 refers to 'Electrical Installations in Caravans and Motor Caravans' The 'key' to answering this question is the question did 'NOT' state the caravan was on a caravan site, if it had then we would have had to refer to section 708 'Caravan and Camping Parks' you will find section 721 on page 306. The answer is under the section heading 'Accessories' and in 721.55.2.6 (ii) you will find a flexible cable of continuous length of 25 m may be used, plus an allowance of +/- 2m, allowing a maximum length of 25 m + 2 m = 27 m
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 240 - 701.32.4 (i) - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 701 refers to 'Locations containing a bath or shower' you will find section 701 on page 240, skimming the page looking for 'Zone 2' you will find the answer in 701.32.4 (i)
Explanation: Page 240 - 701.32.4 (i) - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 701 refers to 'Locations containing a bath or shower' you will find section 701 on page 240, skimming the page looking for 'Zone 2' you will find the answer in 701.32.4 (i)
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 364 - Fig 3A1 - Appendix 3 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 3 contains details of 'Time/Current characteristics of overcurrent protective devices' you will find Appendix 3 starts on page 362. At the top of page 362 you can see that the values for a BS 88-3 fuse will be in Fig 3A1 (P364). With these types of questions first check out the box in the top right-hand corner of the page, if you are in luck the answer will be here. We just need to cross-reference the fuse rating row 45 A with the overcurrent value 550 A and read the disconnection value at the top of the 550 A column, you can see the disconnection time will be within 0.1 seconds
Explanation: Page 364 - Fig 3A1 - Appendix 3 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 3 contains details of 'Time/Current characteristics of overcurrent protective devices' you will find Appendix 3 starts on page 362. At the top of page 362 you can see that the values for a BS 88-3 fuse will be in Fig 3A1 (P364). With these types of questions first check out the box in the top right-hand corner of the page, if you are in luck the answer will be here. We just need to cross-reference the fuse rating row 45 A with the overcurrent value 550 A and read the disconnection value at the top of the 550 A column, you can see the disconnection time will be within 0.1 seconds
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 340 - Appendix 1 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 1 contains details of 'British Standards' you will find Appendix 1 starts on page 340. to find the answer to these British Standard type questions, it is just a matter of browsing through the standards until you find the correct answer. You will find BS 67 is the first BS standard in the BS table
Explanation: Page 340 - Appendix 1 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 1 contains details of 'British Standards' you will find Appendix 1 starts on page 340. to find the answer to these British Standard type questions, it is just a matter of browsing through the standards until you find the correct answer. You will find BS 67 is the first BS standard in the BS table
8. Which is the principal organisation responsible for 'Distributors Installations' in the UK?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 359 - The Appendix contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 2 contains details of 'Statutory regulations and associated memoranda' this does not provide much help if you don't know what is covered by this title. Page 359 lists 'Statutory regulations and associated memoranda' you can see that 'Distributors Installations' come under the direction of the Health and Safety Executive
Explanation: Page 359 - The Appendix contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 2 contains details of 'Statutory regulations and associated memoranda' this does not provide much help if you don't know what is covered by this title. Page 359 lists 'Statutory regulations and associated memoranda' you can see that 'Distributors Installations' come under the direction of the Health and Safety Executive
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 390 - Table 4A2 and Page 409 - Table 4D5 The Appendix contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 4 contains details of 'Current-carrying capacity of cables' you will find
Appendix 4 starts on page 374
Tip: To answer this question you need to know we first use Table 4A2 to determine the installation method, this is shown on page 390. you will find that for an installation with flat T&E cable clipped direct to a wooden joist, above a ceiling with thermal insulation not exceeding 100 mm thick the installation method is 100.
On the right-hand end of this row, you will find you must use Table 4D5 to obtain the cable current carrying capacity, you will find Table 4D5 on page 409
In Table 4D5 we cross-reference 2.5 mm² cables with installation method 100 (column 2) and you will find the answer is a current-carrying capacity of 21 amps
Explanation: Page 390 - Table 4A2 and Page 409 - Table 4D5 The Appendix contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 4 contains details of 'Current-carrying capacity of cables' you will find
Appendix 4 starts on page 374
Tip: To answer this question you need to know we first use Table 4A2 to determine the installation method, this is shown on page 390. you will find that for an installation with flat T&E cable clipped direct to a wooden joist, above a ceiling with thermal insulation not exceeding 100 mm thick the installation method is 100.
On the right-hand end of this row, you will find you must use Table 4D5 to obtain the cable current carrying capacity, you will find Table 4D5 on page 409
In Table 4D5 we cross-reference 2.5 mm² cables with installation method 100 (column 2) and you will find the answer is a current-carrying capacity of 21 amps
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 375 - Appendix 4 - Section 2.3.3.1 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 4 refers to 'Current-carrying capacity and voltage drop for cables' and starts on page 374; this is an error as the Appendix 4 contents page actually starts on page 373. You need to remember anything to do with cable grouping will affect the current carrying capacity of the cable. Turning to (P373) we browse looking for anything to do with groups of cables. In 2.3.3.1 (P375) you will find the cable grouping formula shown below. Guide: we apply the formula as follows:
Where:
Cg = the group factor
n = the number of circuits
In this question, the number of circuits is five
So, the formula becomes
To enter this into a Casio FX calculator place the calculator in MATH mode by pressing SHIFT MODE 1 1
The MATH symbol will now be visible in the status line
Once in Math mode type in the following keys
The answer will appear as a decimal number 0.447
Explanation: Page 375 - Appendix 4 - Section 2.3.3.1 - The Appendices contents page (P339) indicates Appendix 4 refers to 'Current-carrying capacity and voltage drop for cables' and starts on page 374; this is an error as the Appendix 4 contents page actually starts on page 373. You need to remember anything to do with cable grouping will affect the current carrying capacity of the cable. Turning to (P373) we browse looking for anything to do with groups of cables. In 2.3.3.1 (P375) you will find the cable grouping formula shown below. Guide: we apply the formula as follows:
Where:
Cg = the group factor
n = the number of circuits
In this question, the number of circuits is five
So, the formula becomes
To enter this into a Casio FX calculator place the calculator in MATH mode by pressing SHIFT MODE 1 1
The MATH symbol will now be visible in the status line
Once in Math mode type in the following keys
The answer will appear as a decimal number 0.447
11. Which one of the following devices would not be suitable for use as a circuit isolator?
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C
D
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 181 - Table 537.4 - Linked with 537.2.2 (P182) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 537 refers to 'Isolation and switching' so we will start here. You need to remember Table 537.4 on page 181 - This table lists devices that can be used for Isolation, Emergency, and Functional switching. If we look down the table, on the 3rd row from the bottom, you will see in the Device column 'Device with semiconductors' and in the Isolation column the indication is 'No' Additionally, in the index (P540) 'Isolator Semiconductor devices not to be used as' refers to 537.2.2 Note the small symbols or numbers at the end of the table (P182) if present on a device indicate what type of switching or isolation may be used, e.g. the number (3) on a device indicates it is suitable for on-load isolation i.e. disconnection whilst carrying a load current
Explanation: Page 181 - Table 537.4 - Linked with 537.2.2 (P182) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 537 refers to 'Isolation and switching' so we will start here. You need to remember Table 537.4 on page 181 - This table lists devices that can be used for Isolation, Emergency, and Functional switching. If we look down the table, on the 3rd row from the bottom, you will see in the Device column 'Device with semiconductors' and in the Isolation column the indication is 'No' Additionally, in the index (P540) 'Isolator Semiconductor devices not to be used as' refers to 537.2.2 Note the small symbols or numbers at the end of the table (P182) if present on a device indicate what type of switching or isolation may be used, e.g. the number (3) on a device indicates it is suitable for on-load isolation i.e. disconnection whilst carrying a load current
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 138 - 522.1.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 522 refers to the 'Selection and erection of wiring systems in relation to external influences. You need to realise that anything that can damage a wiring system is considered an 'External Influence'. you will find section 522 on page 138 and in 522.1.1 the answer
Explanation: Page 138 - 522.1.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 522 refers to the 'Selection and erection of wiring systems in relation to external influences. You need to realise that anything that can damage a wiring system is considered an 'External Influence'. you will find section 522 on page 138 and in 522.1.1 the answer
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 161 - 534.4.1.1 Note - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 534 refers to 'Devices for protection against overvoltage' you need to remember SPD's are devices for protection against overvoltage. you will find 534.4.1.1 on page 161 the answer is the Note
Explanation: Page 161 - 534.4.1.1 Note - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 534 refers to 'Devices for protection against overvoltage' you need to remember SPD's are devices for protection against overvoltage. you will find 534.4.1.1 on page 161 the answer is the Note
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 129 - 514.1.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 514 refers to 'Identification and notices' - Turning to this section, top of page 129, you will find 514.1.1 and the answer
Explanation: Page 129 - 514.1.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 514 refers to 'Identification and notices' - Turning to this section, top of page 129, you will find 514.1.1 and the answer
15. All outdoor lighting installations need to be carefully selected and erected, but which type of lighting is excluded from BS 7671?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 218 to page 219 - 559.1 (iii) - The part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 559 refers to 'Luminaires and lighting installations' - you will find section 559 on page 218, in 559.1 (iii) (P219) you will find the answer. The other types of lighting listed can be found on page 293 section 714 'Outdoor lighting installations'
Explanation: Page 218 to page 219 - 559.1 (iii) - The part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 559 refers to 'Luminaires and lighting installations' - you will find section 559 on page 218, in 559.1 (iii) (P219) you will find the answer. The other types of lighting listed can be found on page 293 section 714 'Outdoor lighting installations'
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 142 - Table 52.1 - This can be a difficult answer to find, if we don't know the 'key'. The key is to remember questions like this are really referring to 'Current carrying capacities of cables' the part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 523 refers to 'Current carrying capacities of cables' But, if you didn't know this, then the following directions will help you will find the answer. The index under 'Cables - Current carrying capacity' (P528) directs you to section 523 and Table 52.1 is shown immediately below 523.1
Tip: Try to remember questions like this will be in section 523 'Current carrying capacities of cables'
Explanation: Page 142 - Table 52.1 - This can be a difficult answer to find, if we don't know the 'key'. The key is to remember questions like this are really referring to 'Current carrying capacities of cables' the part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 523 refers to 'Current carrying capacities of cables' But, if you didn't know this, then the following directions will help you will find the answer. The index under 'Cables - Current carrying capacity' (P528) directs you to section 523 and Table 52.1 is shown immediately below 523.1
Tip: Try to remember questions like this will be in section 523 'Current carrying capacities of cables'
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 214 - Fig 55.1, Fig 55.2, Fig 55.3 - The part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 557 refers to 'Auxiliary circuits', but this is no use to you if you didn't know these images were auxiliary circuits. you will find section 557 on page 213 - the images are shown on page 214 - Fig 55.1, 55.2, 55.3 provides the answer
Explanation: Page 214 - Fig 55.1, Fig 55.2, Fig 55.3 - The part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 557 refers to 'Auxiliary circuits', but this is no use to you if you didn't know these images were auxiliary circuits. you will find section 557 on page 213 - the images are shown on page 214 - Fig 55.1, 55.2, 55.3 provides the answer
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 145 - 146 - 526.3 (vi) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 526 refers to 'Electrical connections' so start here. Page 145 - 146 - 526.3 (vi) provides the answer. Answer d) is correct, equipment where it is not possible to obtain access for, inspection testing and maintenance so long as it complies with the requirements of BS 5733 may be marked with the symbol shown in
Explanation: Page 145 - 146 - 526.3 (vi) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 526 refers to 'Electrical connections' so start here. Page 145 - 146 - 526.3 (vi) provides the answer. Answer d) is correct, equipment where it is not possible to obtain access for, inspection testing and maintenance so long as it complies with the requirements of BS 5733 may be marked with the symbol shown in
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 202 and page 203 - 544.1.1 and Table 54.8 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 544 refers to 'Protective bonding conductors' Page 202 displays 544.1.1 where we are advised in the second paragraph 'Where PME conditions apply' the main protective bonding conductor shall be selected in accordance with the PEN conductor of the supply and Table 54.8 - you can see in Table 54.8 that for a PEN conductor over 95 mm² up to 150 mm², the main protective bonding conductor must be 35 mm²
Explanation: Page 202 and page 203 - 544.1.1 and Table 54.8 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 544 refers to 'Protective bonding conductors' Page 202 displays 544.1.1 where we are advised in the second paragraph 'Where PME conditions apply' the main protective bonding conductor shall be selected in accordance with the PEN conductor of the supply and Table 54.8 - you can see in Table 54.8 that for a PEN conductor over 95 mm² up to 150 mm², the main protective bonding conductor must be 35 mm²
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 129 - 514.4.3 (i) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 514 refers to 'Identification and notices' You will find the answer on page 129 - 514.4.3 (i)
Explanation: Page 129 - 514.4.3 (i) - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 514 refers to 'Identification and notices' You will find the answer on page 129 - 514.4.3 (i)
21. An automatic electrical safety supply with a maximum changeover time of 3.5 seconds is classified as a?
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D
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 224 - 560.4.1 (d) - The Part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 560.4 refers to 'Safety service classifications' turning to this page (P224) you will find 560.4.1 (d) and the answer; anything to do with no-break, very short break, short, normal, medium or long break will probably be in this section - try to remember this
Explanation: Page 224 - 560.4.1 (d) - The Part 5 contents page (P125) indicates section 560.4 refers to 'Safety service classifications' turning to this page (P224) you will find 560.4.1 (d) and the answer; anything to do with no-break, very short break, short, normal, medium or long break will probably be in this section - try to remember this
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 140 - 522.7.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 522 refers to the 'Selection and erection of wiring systems in relation to external influences' You need to realise that anything that can damage a wiring system is considered an 'External Influence'. you will find section 522 on page 138; a quick skim through the section to page (P140) reveals 522.7 'Vibration (AH) and in 522.7.1 you will find the answer. We could also have used Appendix 5 (P446) here you will find AH3 listed as 'High Vibration' Try to remember the answer to anything to do with external influence codes beginning with the letter's 'A', 'B', or 'C' in the part 5 section of the exam will probably be in section 522
Explanation: Page 140 - 522.7.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) indicates section 522 refers to the 'Selection and erection of wiring systems in relation to external influences' You need to realise that anything that can damage a wiring system is considered an 'External Influence'. you will find section 522 on page 138; a quick skim through the section to page (P140) reveals 522.7 'Vibration (AH) and in 522.7.1 you will find the answer. We could also have used Appendix 5 (P446) here you will find AH3 listed as 'High Vibration' Try to remember the answer to anything to do with external influence codes beginning with the letter's 'A', 'B', or 'C' in the part 5 section of the exam will probably be in section 522
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 198 - Table 54.7 - Linked with - 543.1.4 Guide: We are informed the line conductor has a c.s.a of 95 mm² this means you must use the row S > 35 mm². The middle column is for when the line conductor and protective conductor are made of the same material, in this question both are made of copper so we use the formula S÷2. Therefore: 95 mm² ÷ 2 = 47.5 mm² Note: 47.5 mm² is not a standard size so you must select the next largest c.s.a size, which is 50 mm²
Explanation: Page 198 - Table 54.7 - Linked with - 543.1.4 Guide: We are informed the line conductor has a c.s.a of 95 mm² this means you must use the row S > 35 mm². The middle column is for when the line conductor and protective conductor are made of the same material, in this question both are made of copper so we use the formula S÷2. Therefore: 95 mm² ÷ 2 = 47.5 mm² Note: 47.5 mm² is not a standard size so you must select the next largest c.s.a size, which is 50 mm²
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 136 - 521.5.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) is no good in trying to find an answer to this question, so try the chapter 52 contents page (P135) here you will find section 521.5.1 refers to 'Ferromagnetic enclosures' you will find this section on page 136; the second paragraph states 'Where such conductors (as shown in the image below) enter a ferrous enclosure, they shall be arranged such that the conductors are only collectively surrounded by ferromagnetic material. (this would mean bunched in a group)
Tip: When you have to run single-core cables that are expected to draw some appreciable amount of electric current through a metal ferrous enclosure, you must be aware that the magnetic field that will be created by the a.c. current in the conductors will induce eddy currents into the ferrous material of the enclosure, shown in the image below.
These eddy currents, which are electric currents, draw their power from the electric current in the conductors, this means less electric current is available for the load the conductors are supposed to be supplying. Additionally, the eddy currents will cause the ferrous enclosure to start to get warm, and in time possibly hot, so some means must be found to eliminate the eddy currents.
Rubber or plastic grommets are electric insulators not magnetic field insulators. No insulation material exists that will block a magnetic field. A magnetic field will go straight through steel, lead, rock, diamond, anything. Are you a bit sceptical about that? Then consider the planet Earth, the Earth's core produces the Earth's magnetic field, this field starts from the centre of the planet, travelling through thousands of miles of magma and solid rock, extending 370,000 miles into space. The only material that can shield a magnetic field is Mu-Metal but even this can't total block a magnetic field.
The solution is to cut away the ferrous material where the cables enter the enclosure, and replace it with something that is 'Not Ferrous' such as Brass, or Aluminium. These materials are conductors, and as such any eddy currents created in them will have virtual no resistance to the flow of electric current, no resistance means no opposition to the flow of eddy currents, hence no heating effect, and no power loss. If a steel enclosure was used, the eddy currents would flow in the steel which is a poor conductor, containing an appreciable amount of resistance, it is this resistance to the flow of eddy currents that causes a ferrous metal enclosure to heat up. So just cut out a portion of the steel enclosure, braze in an aluminium or brass plate, and your problem is solved.
Explanation: Page 136 - 521.5.1 - The part 5 contents page (P124) is no good in trying to find an answer to this question, so try the chapter 52 contents page (P135) here you will find section 521.5.1 refers to 'Ferromagnetic enclosures' you will find this section on page 136; the second paragraph states 'Where such conductors (as shown in the image below) enter a ferrous enclosure, they shall be arranged such that the conductors are only collectively surrounded by ferromagnetic material. (this would mean bunched in a group)
Tip: When you have to run single-core cables that are expected to draw some appreciable amount of electric current through a metal ferrous enclosure, you must be aware that the magnetic field that will be created by the a.c. current in the conductors will induce eddy currents into the ferrous material of the enclosure, shown in the image below.
These eddy currents, which are electric currents, draw their power from the electric current in the conductors, this means less electric current is available for the load the conductors are supposed to be supplying. Additionally, the eddy currents will cause the ferrous enclosure to start to get warm, and in time possibly hot, so some means must be found to eliminate the eddy currents.
Rubber or plastic grommets are electric insulators not magnetic field insulators. No insulation material exists that will block a magnetic field. A magnetic field will go straight through steel, lead, rock, diamond, anything. Are you a bit sceptical about that? Then consider the planet Earth, the Earth's core produces the Earth's magnetic field, this field starts from the centre of the planet, travelling through thousands of miles of magma and solid rock, extending 370,000 miles into space. The only material that can shield a magnetic field is Mu-Metal but even this can't total block a magnetic field.
The solution is to cut away the ferrous material where the cables enter the enclosure, and replace it with something that is 'Not Ferrous' such as Brass, or Aluminium. These materials are conductors, and as such any eddy currents created in them will have virtual no resistance to the flow of electric current, no resistance means no opposition to the flow of eddy currents, hence no heating effect, and no power loss. If a steel enclosure was used, the eddy currents would flow in the steel which is a poor conductor, containing an appreciable amount of resistance, it is this resistance to the flow of eddy currents that causes a ferrous metal enclosure to heat up. So just cut out a portion of the steel enclosure, braze in an aluminium or brass plate, and your problem is solved.
25. Upon completion of a new electrical installation after successful verification and testing has taken place, what must be issued?
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C
D
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 236 - 644.1 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 644 refers to 'Certification for Initial Verification' upon turning to this section (P236) you will find regulation 644.1 and the answer. An Electrical Installation Certificate is required
Explanation: Page 236 - 644.1 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 644 refers to 'Certification for Initial Verification' upon turning to this section (P236) you will find regulation 644.1 and the answer. An Electrical Installation Certificate is required
26. An insulation test on a circuit with a nominal voltage of 600 Volts will require the test instrument to deliver a test voltage of?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 232 - Table 64 - Linked with 643.3.2 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 643.3 refers to 'Insulation resistance'. Turning to page (P232) you will find Table 64 which indicates for circuits with a nominal voltage above 500 volts the Insulation Resistance test voltage must be 1000 volts
Explanation: Page 232 - Table 64 - Linked with 643.3.2 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 643.3 refers to 'Insulation resistance'. Turning to page (P232) you will find Table 64 which indicates for circuits with a nominal voltage above 500 volts the Insulation Resistance test voltage must be 1000 volts
27. Which one of these people signs a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 236 - 644.5 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 644 refers to 'Certification for Initial Verification' you will find section 644 on page 236, then it is simply a matter of browsing down the page for the answer, which you will find in 644.5. 644.5 states that Electrical Installation Certificates, and Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificates shall be signed by skilled persons, competent to verify that the requirements of this Standard have been met
Explanation: Page 236 - 644.5 - The part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 644 refers to 'Certification for Initial Verification' you will find section 644 on page 236, then it is simply a matter of browsing down the page for the answer, which you will find in 644.5. 644.5 states that Electrical Installation Certificates, and Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificates shall be signed by skilled persons, competent to verify that the requirements of this Standard have been met
28. What method may be used to confirm the separation of a SELV circuit from other Circuits?
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C
D
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 233 - 643.4.1 - The Part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 643.4 refers to 'Protection by SELV' you will find 643.4 on page 232 a quick browse of the section reveals 643.4.1 and are informed the separation of live parts from other circuits and earth shall be verified by measurement using an insulation resistance test
Explanation: Page 233 - 643.4.1 - The Part 6 contents page (P228) indicates section 643.4 refers to 'Protection by SELV' you will find 643.4 on page 232 a quick browse of the section reveals 643.4.1 and are informed the separation of live parts from other circuits and earth shall be verified by measurement using an insulation resistance test
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 258 - 705.411.1 (ii) - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 705 refers to 'Agricultural and horticultural premises' you will find section 705 on page 258, a quick skim down the page reveals the answer - 705.411.1 (ii) states that in final circuits supplying socket-outlets exceeding 32 amps an RCD not exceeding 100 mA may be used
Explanation: Page 258 - 705.411.1 (ii) - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 705 refers to 'Agricultural and horticultural premises' you will find section 705 on page 258, a quick skim down the page reveals the answer - 705.411.1 (ii) states that in final circuits supplying socket-outlets exceeding 32 amps an RCD not exceeding 100 mA may be used
30. If the space under a shower can only be accessed with the use of a tool, what Zone is that space classed as?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 240 - 701.32.3 last paragraph - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 701 refers to 'Locations containing a bath or shower' Section 701 starts on page 240, a quick browse down the page reveals 701.32.3 and the answer. This is one question you should really know by heart. This question has appeared, with regular frequency over the years, since it covers both baths and showers in commercial and domestic premises
Explanation: Page 240 - 701.32.3 last paragraph - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 701 refers to 'Locations containing a bath or shower' Section 701 starts on page 240, a quick browse down the page reveals 701.32.3 and the answer. This is one question you should really know by heart. This question has appeared, with regular frequency over the years, since it covers both baths and showers in commercial and domestic premises
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 266 - 708.512.1.1 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates chapter 708 refers to 'Electrical installations in caravan and camping parks'; 708 starts on page 265; the answer is in 708.512.1.1 which states equipment shall be selected to IPX4 in order to protect against water splashes (AD4)
Explanation: Page 266 - 708.512.1.1 - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates chapter 708 refers to 'Electrical installations in caravan and camping parks'; 708 starts on page 265; the answer is in 708.512.1.1 which states equipment shall be selected to IPX4 in order to protect against water splashes (AD4)
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 245 - 702.32 (ii) The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 702 refers to 'Swimming pools and other basins' you will find section 702 on page 245, in 702.32 (ii) you will find zone 1 is limited by a horizontal plane 2.5 metres above the surface expected to be occupied by persons. If the diving board is 7.5 m from the floor, we add 2.5 m and obtain a height of 10 metres, which is the height zone 1 extends to
Explanation: Page 245 - 702.32 (ii) The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 702 refers to 'Swimming pools and other basins' you will find section 702 on page 245, in 702.32 (ii) you will find zone 1 is limited by a horizontal plane 2.5 metres above the surface expected to be occupied by persons. If the diving board is 7.5 m from the floor, we add 2.5 m and obtain a height of 10 metres, which is the height zone 1 extends to
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 270 - 709.1 Scope - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 709 refers to 'Marinas and similar locations' Section 709 starts on page 270, and immediately you will find the answer in 709.1 Scope; the requirements of section 709 are applicable to circuits intended to supply pleasure craft or houseboats. Answer 'equipment of board ships' is in the exclusions list for BS 7671 on page 16
Explanation: Page 270 - 709.1 Scope - The part 7 contents page (P239) indicates section 709 refers to 'Marinas and similar locations' Section 709 starts on page 270, and immediately you will find the answer in 709.1 Scope; the requirements of section 709 are applicable to circuits intended to supply pleasure craft or houseboats. Answer 'equipment of board ships' is in the exclusions list for BS 7671 on page 16
34. Which of these is not a specific requirement with regards to the maintenance of an installation?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 51 - 341.1 - If you didn't know it BS 7671 refers to 'Maintenance' as 'Maintainability 'The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates 'Maintainability' is referred to in chapter 34 a quick browse of this chapter (P51) reveals 341.1 in the regulation, you can see there is no mention of availability of people to carry out work. Whilst the availability of people to do the work is a good thing, it is not a specific requirement
Explanation: Page 51 - 341.1 - If you didn't know it BS 7671 refers to 'Maintenance' as 'Maintainability 'The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates 'Maintainability' is referred to in chapter 34 a quick browse of this chapter (P51) reveals 341.1 in the regulation, you can see there is no mention of availability of people to carry out work. Whilst the availability of people to do the work is a good thing, it is not a specific requirement
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 46 - Fig 3.4 - 312.1.1 (starts on P45) - As soon as you see any of the diagrams from page 45 - 47 of the reg's you should learn to recognise they come from the beginning of Part 3
Explanation: Page 46 - Fig 3.4 - 312.1.1 (starts on P45) - As soon as you see any of the diagrams from page 45 - 47 of the reg's you should learn to recognise they come from the beginning of Part 3
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 45 - 301.1 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates chapter 30 refers to 'Assessment of General Characteristics' -Environmental influences in the region is not listed here- Try to remember when attempting Part 3 questions, any question that refers to an assessment of the general characteristics the answer will probably be found in section 301.1
Explanation: Page 45 - 301.1 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates chapter 30 refers to 'Assessment of General Characteristics' -Environmental influences in the region is not listed here- Try to remember when attempting Part 3 questions, any question that refers to an assessment of the general characteristics the answer will probably be found in section 301.1
37. In every electrical circuit coordination between the line conductor and the overload protective device must be so that a small overload of?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 89 - 433.1 - The 'key' to this question is the word 'coordination' The part 4 contents page (P53-54) provides no direction to this answer, quickly browsing the chapter contents pages. Chapter 41 (P55) no luck, Chapter 42 contents page (P79), nothing, so try the Chapter 43 contents page (P86). Here you can see 433.1 refers to 'Co-ordination between conductor and overload protective device' a quick browse to this section (P89) reveals the answer e.g. 'Every circuit shall be designed so that a small overload of long duration is unlikely to occur'
Explanation: Page 89 - 433.1 - The 'key' to this question is the word 'coordination' The part 4 contents page (P53-54) provides no direction to this answer, quickly browsing the chapter contents pages. Chapter 41 (P55) no luck, Chapter 42 contents page (P79), nothing, so try the Chapter 43 contents page (P86). Here you can see 433.1 refers to 'Co-ordination between conductor and overload protective device' a quick browse to this section (P89) reveals the answer e.g. 'Every circuit shall be designed so that a small overload of long duration is unlikely to occur'
38. Electrical equipment shall be selected and erected so that in normal use any temperature rise cannot?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 81 - 422.1.2 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 422 refers to 'Precautions where particular risks of fire exist'
Explanation: Page 81 - 422.1.2 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 422 refers to 'Precautions where particular risks of fire exist'
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 62 - Table 41.3 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 411 refers to 'Protective Measures: Automatic Disconnection of Supply' in this section you will find the fuse/MCB tables. Table 41.3 (P62) relates to 0.4 and 5 second disconnection times. The answer is in the Type D section, below the 63-amp MCB rating but in the 5-secondrow, indicating 0.35 ohms. Don't select the 0.4 second row by mistake or you will wrongly select the 0.17 ohm value - You need to know Tables 41.2, 41.3, 41.4, 41.5 contain details of maximum tabulated values of earth fault loop impedance for various fuses, MCBs and RCDs
Explanation: Page 62 - Table 41.3 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 411 refers to 'Protective Measures: Automatic Disconnection of Supply' in this section you will find the fuse/MCB tables. Table 41.3 (P62) relates to 0.4 and 5 second disconnection times. The answer is in the Type D section, below the 63-amp MCB rating but in the 5-secondrow, indicating 0.35 ohms. Don't select the 0.4 second row by mistake or you will wrongly select the 0.17 ohm value - You need to know Tables 41.2, 41.3, 41.4, 41.5 contain details of maximum tabulated values of earth fault loop impedance for various fuses, MCBs and RCDs
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 98 - Table 44.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 442 refers to 'Protection of low voltage installations against temporary over voltages due to earth faults 'you need to remember this is pointing you to answering this type of question. Browsing to section 442 (P96) we are looking for Table 44.1, which you will find on (P98) which links with Fig 44.1 We then cross-reference the TN row with RE and RB connected (because the question informs 'the earths of the high voltage and low voltage windings of the transformer are connected' with the column under Uf, you will find the answer is the formula Uf = RE x IE
Explanation: Page 98 - Table 44.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 442 refers to 'Protection of low voltage installations against temporary over voltages due to earth faults 'you need to remember this is pointing you to answering this type of question. Browsing to section 442 (P96) we are looking for Table 44.1, which you will find on (P98) which links with Fig 44.1 We then cross-reference the TN row with RE and RB connected (because the question informs 'the earths of the high voltage and low voltage windings of the transformer are connected' with the column under Uf, you will find the answer is the formula Uf = RE x IE
41. What is the maximum disconnection time for 230V a.c. socket outlet circuits not exceeding 40 Amps on a TN system?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 59 - Table 41.1 - Any question to do with disconnection times for 'final circuits' in the part 4 section of the exam will usually involve Table 41.1 and a socket outlet is a final circuit - If you didn't know that try to remember it. Table 41.1 links with 411.3.2.2, which has been revamped for the 18th Edition and is now for final circuits not exceeding 63 A for one or more socket outlets or 32 amps for supplying fixed equipment. The table lists the disconnection times. In Table 41.1, the first column refers to voltages greater than 50 V to 120 V; the second column greater than 120 V to 230 V; the third column greater than 230V to 400 V; and the fourth column for voltages over 400 V. In this question, the disconnection time is for a 230 V a.c. TN system, so we use the second system column, as this is for voltages greater than 120 V but not more than 230 V; look under the a.c. Column and cross-reference this with the TN row, and you will find the answer is 0.4 seconds (0.4 seconds is 400 ms)
Explanation: Page 59 - Table 41.1 - Any question to do with disconnection times for 'final circuits' in the part 4 section of the exam will usually involve Table 41.1 and a socket outlet is a final circuit - If you didn't know that try to remember it. Table 41.1 links with 411.3.2.2, which has been revamped for the 18th Edition and is now for final circuits not exceeding 63 A for one or more socket outlets or 32 amps for supplying fixed equipment. The table lists the disconnection times. In Table 41.1, the first column refers to voltages greater than 50 V to 120 V; the second column greater than 120 V to 230 V; the third column greater than 230V to 400 V; and the fourth column for voltages over 400 V. In this question, the disconnection time is for a 230 V a.c. TN system, so we use the second system column, as this is for voltages greater than 120 V but not more than 230 V; look under the a.c. Column and cross-reference this with the TN row, and you will find the answer is 0.4 seconds (0.4 seconds is 400 ms)
42. To protect against under voltage, the characteristics of the protective device must?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 120 - 445.1.4 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 445 refers to 'Protection against under voltage. Browsing to page 120 you will find section 445; browsing down the page you will find the answer 445.1.4
Explanation: Page 120 - 445.1.4 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 445 refers to 'Protection against under voltage. Browsing to page 120 you will find section 445; browsing down the page you will find the answer 445.1.4
43. To provide basic protection, what level of Ingress Protection must enclosures provide where they contain live terminals?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 74 - 416.2.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) advises section 416 provides 'Provision for Basic Protection' turning to page (P74) you will find 416 and the answer in 416.2.1 which states live parts must be protected to at least IPXXB or IP2XIPXXXX
Explanation: Page 74 - 416.2.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) advises section 416 provides 'Provision for Basic Protection' turning to page (P74) you will find 416 and the answer in 416.2.1 which states live parts must be protected to at least IPXXB or IP2XIPXXXX
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 80 - 421.1.201(i) - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 421 refers to 'Protection against fire by electrical equipment. A quick browse to the index searching for 'consumer unit' and looking for a part 4 answer reveals on (P531)'Consumer unit - for domestic premises, enclosure requirement' refers to regulation 421.1.201 and there you will find the answer
Explanation: Page 80 - 421.1.201(i) - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 421 refers to 'Protection against fire by electrical equipment. A quick browse to the index searching for 'consumer unit' and looking for a part 4 answer reveals on (P531)'Consumer unit - for domestic premises, enclosure requirement' refers to regulation 421.1.201 and there you will find the answer
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 85 - Table 42.1 - Linked to 423.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 423 refers to 'Protection against burns'. A quick browse to this section (P85) reveals Table 42.1 and the answer.
Explanation: Page 85 - Table 42.1 - Linked to 423.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 423 refers to 'Protection against burns'. A quick browse to this section (P85) reveals Table 42.1 and the answer.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 70 - 412.2.1.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates 'Double or Reinforced Insulation' is contained in section 412, so start here. Upon turning to page 70 you will observe the double insulation symbol in 412.2.1.1, if you didn't know this was the double insulation symbol, you may have had a hard time finding it. This symbol is for Class II equipment, which has double or reinforced insulation and is designed to operate 'without' a ground connection. Although it does not state in BS 7671 double insulated devices must not be connected to ground, think about it, then this is an obvious fact
Explanation: Page 70 - 412.2.1.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates 'Double or Reinforced Insulation' is contained in section 412, so start here. Upon turning to page 70 you will observe the double insulation symbol in 412.2.1.1, if you didn't know this was the double insulation symbol, you may have had a hard time finding it. This symbol is for Class II equipment, which has double or reinforced insulation and is designed to operate 'without' a ground connection. Although it does not state in BS 7671 double insulated devices must not be connected to ground, think about it, then this is an obvious fact
47. A 230 v domestic appliance is labelled as Overvoltage category II, what is the rated impulse voltage of this equipment?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 105 - Table 443.2 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 443 refers to 'Protection against transient overvoltages of atmospheric origin' This is lightning. Overvoltages also known as impulse voltages are covered in section 443.6.2, with table443.2 tabulating examples of equipment and their rated impulse voltage
Explanation: Page 105 - Table 443.2 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 443 refers to 'Protection against transient overvoltages of atmospheric origin' This is lightning. Overvoltages also known as impulse voltages are covered in section 443.6.2, with table443.2 tabulating examples of equipment and their rated impulse voltage
48. Where obstacles and placing out of reach are used to provide basic protection only, what type of installation may they be placed in?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 75 - 417.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 417 refers to 'Obstacles and Placing out of reach' upon opening page 75 you will see 417.1 and the answer
Explanation: Page 75 - 417.1 - The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 417 refers to 'Obstacles and Placing out of reach' upon opening page 75 you will see 417.1 and the answer
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 93 - Table 43.1 - Linked to 434.5.2 (P92) - When you see a question with the above formula shown, or a question phrased about cables protected by thermoplastic, thermosetting, or mineral insulation, quoting conductor materials such as copper, or aluminium, you should be looking at regulation 434.5.2 and Table 43.1 (P92-P93)To answer this type of question we first need to select the correct insulation material e.g. 'thermoplastic, so we have four possible columns to select. Now we are informed, the insulation is 70℃ thermoplastic, so we are now restricted to using just the third and fourth data columns. Next, the conductor size quoted 50 mm² is less than 300 mm², so this means you must use the third data column. Next, the initial temperature is 70℃ and the final temperature is 160℃, so this again confirms we are using the third data column, we cross-reference this column with the conductor material e.g. 'Aluminium and you will find the k value = 76
Explanation: Page 93 - Table 43.1 - Linked to 434.5.2 (P92) - When you see a question with the above formula shown, or a question phrased about cables protected by thermoplastic, thermosetting, or mineral insulation, quoting conductor materials such as copper, or aluminium, you should be looking at regulation 434.5.2 and Table 43.1 (P92-P93)To answer this type of question we first need to select the correct insulation material e.g. 'thermoplastic, so we have four possible columns to select. Now we are informed, the insulation is 70℃ thermoplastic, so we are now restricted to using just the third and fourth data columns. Next, the conductor size quoted 50 mm² is less than 300 mm², so this means you must use the third data column. Next, the initial temperature is 70℃ and the final temperature is 160℃, so this again confirms we are using the third data column, we cross-reference this column with the conductor material e.g. 'Aluminium and you will find the k value = 76
50. In certain locations the external influence code BE2 is used. What type of location is covered by BE2?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 82 - 422.3 Note 1- The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 422 refers to 'Precautions where particular risks of fire exist'. This is not much use to you if you didn't realise the relationship between this and the question. Remember anything to do with codes such as BE, or AA etc., will be an external influence code, so check out the appendix contents page (P339) and you see 'Classification of external influences' (P445), on (P446)you will find BE2 refers to 'Fire Risk'
Explanation: Page 82 - 422.3 Note 1- The part 4 contents page (P53) indicates section 422 refers to 'Precautions where particular risks of fire exist'. This is not much use to you if you didn't realise the relationship between this and the question. Remember anything to do with codes such as BE, or AA etc., will be an external influence code, so check out the appendix contents page (P339) and you see 'Classification of external influences' (P445), on (P446)you will find BE2 refers to 'Fire Risk'
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 56 - 410.3.2 Note 2 - The part 4 contents page does not provide any assistance to finding this answer, surprisingly neither does the index, I'll bet you're glad you bought this book now, if this question comes up in your exam now you know where to find the answer
Explanation: Page 56 - 410.3.2 Note 2 - The part 4 contents page does not provide any assistance to finding this answer, surprisingly neither does the index, I'll bet you're glad you bought this book now, if this question comes up in your exam now you know where to find the answer
52. The algebraic sum of the currents in the live conductor of a circuit at a point in the electrical installation is known as the?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 36 - Residual current - This is an example of a Definition type question where the answer is not so easy to find. The first answer option 'The Return Current' is made up, you won't find it in the Reg's. The other options do exist however
Explanation: Page 36 - Residual current - This is an example of a Definition type question where the answer is not so easy to find. The first answer option 'The Return Current' is made up, you won't find it in the Reg's. The other options do exist however
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 24 - Definitions - Arms reach - Looking up arm's reach in the Definitions section (P24) or Index (P526) and you are directed to Figure 417 - Looking up figures can take some time.
Tip: you should know that (P518-P521) lists ALL figures within the book, so, from Page 24 or Page 518 you can see Figure 417 is on page 76; browsing to page 76 you will see the image shown below and the maximum arms reach distance is 2.5 m
Explanation: Page 24 - Definitions - Arms reach - Looking up arm's reach in the Definitions section (P24) or Index (P526) and you are directed to Figure 417 - Looking up figures can take some time.
Tip: you should know that (P518-P521) lists ALL figures within the book, so, from Page 24 or Page 518 you can see Figure 417 is on page 76; browsing to page 76 you will see the image shown below and the maximum arms reach distance is 2.5 m
54. In the earthing system code, what does the letter I indicate with regards to an IT system?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 47 - 312.2 Note 3: - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates section 312.2 refers to 'Types of earthing systems' on page 47 Note 3 we are informed details of what the various codes represent. The letter 'I' indicates all parts isolated from earth
Explanation: Page 47 - 312.2 Note 3: - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates section 312.2 refers to 'Types of earthing systems' on page 47 Note 3 we are informed details of what the various codes represent. The letter 'I' indicates all parts isolated from earth
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 52 - 351 Note 2 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates 'Safety Services' are referred to in section 351 you will find in 351 Note 2: The smoke and heat extraction equipment is listed, the answer options are NOT. Whilst the emergency fire escape ladder system external to the building may initially seem to be a possible answer, as emergency escape lighting is listed in regulation 351 Note 2: public lifts are NEVER used as part of an emergency escape route. Remember all the signs you see in a public building next to the lifts 'In case of fire do NOT use the lift'
Explanation: Page 52 - 351 Note 2 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates 'Safety Services' are referred to in section 351 you will find in 351 Note 2: The smoke and heat extraction equipment is listed, the answer options are NOT. Whilst the emergency fire escape ladder system external to the building may initially seem to be a possible answer, as emergency escape lighting is listed in regulation 351 Note 2: public lifts are NEVER used as part of an emergency escape route. Remember all the signs you see in a public building next to the lifts 'In case of fire do NOT use the lift'
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Page 45 - 301.1 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates section 301 refers to the 'Assessment of General Characteristics' answers. Try to remember when attempting Part 3 questions, any question that refers to 'an assessment of the general characteristics' the answer will probably be found in section 301.1
Explanation: Page 45 - 301.1 - The part 3 contents page (P44) indicates section 301 refers to the 'Assessment of General Characteristics' answers. Try to remember when attempting Part 3 questions, any question that refers to 'an assessment of the general characteristics' the answer will probably be found in section 301.1
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 23 - 134.2.1 - You are answering a Part 1 question so look in the Part 1 Contents page, towards the lower part of page 14 you will see section 134.2 is for 'Initial Verification' a quick browse to page 23 you will find 134.2.1 'Inspection and testing shall be carried out by skilled persons competent to verify that the requirements of this standard have been met'
Explanation: Page 23 - 134.2.1 - You are answering a Part 1 question so look in the Part 1 Contents page, towards the lower part of page 14 you will see section 134.2 is for 'Initial Verification' a quick browse to page 23 you will find 134.2.1 'Inspection and testing shall be carried out by skilled persons competent to verify that the requirements of this standard have been met'
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Page 15 - 110.1.2 (i) - The Part 1 contents page does not provide any help here, so try the Index, on page 555 under 'Voltage - Range covered by the Regulations' you are directed to 110.1.2 (i) and (ii)
Explanation: Page 15 - 110.1.2 (i) - The Part 1 contents page does not provide any help here, so try the Index, on page 555 under 'Voltage - Range covered by the Regulations' you are directed to 110.1.2 (i) and (ii)
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Page 18 - 131.2.2 - The Part 1 contents page gives you no specific direction to the answer, but you should know 'Fault Protection' is a 'Protection against Electric Shock' this is listed in the Part 1 contents page as section 131.2. Upon turning to page 18 a quick browse provides the answer. Carefully check each answer option for what is 'True' and the answer that is left will be 'False' e.g. Not True
Explanation: Page 18 - 131.2.2 - The Part 1 contents page gives you no specific direction to the answer, but you should know 'Fault Protection' is a 'Protection against Electric Shock' this is listed in the Part 1 contents page as section 131.2. Upon turning to page 18 a quick browse provides the answer. Carefully check each answer option for what is 'True' and the answer that is left will be 'False' e.g. Not True
60. What characteristic of the supply must be included in an electrical installation certificate?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Page 19 - 132.2 (v) - The Part 1 contents page (P14) indicates section 132.2 provides directions to 'Characteristics of available supply' within 132.2 Remember you are answering a Part 1 question NOT a Part 6, so don't be misled by what you 'think' is the answer, always check an answer ties up with an actual regulation in the part of the exam you are working on
Explanation: Page 19 - 132.2 (v) - The Part 1 contents page (P14) indicates section 132.2 provides directions to 'Characteristics of available supply' within 132.2 Remember you are answering a Part 1 question NOT a Part 6, so don't be misled by what you 'think' is the answer, always check an answer ties up with an actual regulation in the part of the exam you are working on