IC1 Questions Flashcards
When using a multimeter to check continuity of the ground conductor from the tool case to the dummy receptacle, be sure the reading is…
Less than 1ohm
What is the max safe voltage of rubber gloves that are labeled with the color white?
7,500V
Who is responsible for understanding and observing safety standards and regulations on board the ship?
All individuals
What publication specifically contains general shipboard safety precautions?
OPNAVINST 5100.19E
What color are warning signs?
Red and white
What color are caution signs?
Yellow and black
When are danger shock hazard signs used?
When voltages are between 30 and 500 volts.
Warning plates are installed in small craft to warn personnel of what potential?
Explosive vapors
What color is a caution tag?
Yellow
What color is a danger tag?
Red
Can equipment with an out of calibration label still be used?
Yes, with extreme caution
Isolated receptacle circuits are designed to limit ground leakage currents to how many milliamperes?
10 milliamperes
Why must you short-circuit the secondary of a current transformer before you disconnect the meter?
To prevent an extremely high voltage build up
When, if ever, is it permissible to block an interlock switch on a piece of equipment?
When authorized by the CO for operational reasons
What do you use to discharge capacitors?
Shorting probe
What class of rubber gloves should be worn when dealing with 5000volts?
Class II
When installing rubber floor matting, you should ensure there are no seams within what minimum distance of an electrical hazard?
3 ft
Why should a dummy outlet be installed near a work bench?
To test the grounding conductors on portable power tools
What is an acceptable resistance reading for the ground connection between the ships hulk and metal frame of a portable electric drill?
1ohm or less
Under normal usage, the maximum length of an extension cord used with portable tools should NOT exceed how many feet?
25 feet
The current coil of a wattmeter or an ammeter must be connected in what way?
In series with the load
In signal generators and oscilloscopes, how are the effects of moisture minimized?
By built in heaters
Before being used on electronic equipment, metallic tools should be insulated by wrapping with what material?
Two layers of rubber tape or vinyl plastic tape, half lapped
If cared for properly, lead acid storage batteries should last for what max period of time?
4 or more years
The charging rate of a lead-acid storage battery being charged should be lowered under what circumstance?
If the temperature of the battery reaches 125 degrees
What is the proper procedure for mixing electrolyte?
Pour the acid slowly into the water
Dry- cell batteries should be removed when the equipment they are used with is going to remain idle for what min length of time?
2 weeks
To remove large fragments of a broken radioactive tube, what should be used?
Forceps
Why should you be extremely cautious when handling a CRT?
Because it’s glass envelope encloses radioactive gas
Before disposing of a CRT, you should break off the tip of the glass vacuum seal with what?
Pliers
What is the proper method for disposing of aerosol dispensers?
Put in approved waste receptacle
What solvents should NEVER be used for cleaning electrical equipment?
Inhibited methyl chloroform
What is the preferred grade of insulating varnish used in the navy?
-clear baking varnish (CB)
What materials should never be used to clean contacts
Steel wool and emery cloth/paper
A fire breaks out in a piece of electrical equipment, what is the first thing that should be done?
De-energize the piece of equipment
Low voltage (115v and below) circuits are NOT dangerous because they do not cause death. ( true or false)
False