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Module 6 Section 2 Part 1&2 Flashcards

1
Q

What is connecting the home’s electrical system to the earth in a manner that will limit the voltage caused by lightning, line surges, or unintentional contact with higher-voltage lines known as?
a. protectors
b. GFCI
c. grounding

A

grounding

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2
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Proper grounding does what during normal operation?
a. stabilizes electricity in the air
b. stabilize voltage to the earth
c. stabilizes your electric bill

A

stabilize voltage to the earth

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3
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Why are voltage spikes detrimental?

A

Because they can damage electrical equipment & components in the home

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4
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Grounding is accomplished by _________________________.

A

connecting the electrical service of a home to a grounding electrodes system. 2 of the most common types are concrete electrodes & ground rod electrodes

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5
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A normally non-current-carrying conductor to connect devices together to keep them at the same voltage is known as?
a. power
b. bonding
c. connecting

A

bonding

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6
Q

What is the condition of proper bonding?

A

When devices & equipment is properly bonded, they cannot be at different voltages

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7
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The purpose of bonding is __________________________.

A

Provides a path for current to flow in order to trip a breaker if there is faulty or damaged equipment connected to the outlet

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8
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How does bonding protect people?

A

protects people from electrocution

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8
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What does the Grounded Non-Current Carrying Conductor do?

A

Provides a low-resistance path for fault current to flow back to the panel & cause an overcurrent device (breaker) to trip, thus clearing the high voltage & potential electrocution hazard.

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9
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GFCI stands for:

A

Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter

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10
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Must inspectors report deficiencies in GFCI devices? Yes/No

A

Yes

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11
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Must inspectors report normal operation of GFCI devices? Yes/No

A

No, only failure of operation

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12
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What are some common deficiencies in GFCI breakers and/or receptacles?

A

failure to trip, reset, or lose power when tripped

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13
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If the GFCI receptacle fails to lose power when tripped, what might that indicate?
a. receptacle has failed
b. receptacle might be miswired
c. receptacle has incorrect wires

A

receptacle might be miswired

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14
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What is the proper way to test GFCIs?
a. using built-in test button function
b. using an external GFCI tester such as a three-light tester

A

using built-in test button function

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15
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What should an inspector do if they locate a daisy-chain GFCI receptacle?

A

verify each “protected” receptacle is actually protected by plugging a GFCI test device into each of the protected receptacles, push test button, & ensuring that the GFCI-protected receptacle actually trips

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16
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Can GFCI test devices be used to test a GFCI receptacle with an open ground?

A

No

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17
Q

Where are GFCI-protected receptacles required?

A

wet locations for example:
bathrooms
garages
outdoors

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18
Q

What does AFCI stand for?

A

Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter

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19
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The inspector is required to test AFCI devices when home is:
a. unoccupied
b. occupied

A

unoccupied

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20
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Is the absence of dielectric unions considered a deficiency? Yes/No

A

Yes

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21
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Is the orientation of hot and cold faucets reportable? Yes/No

A

Yes

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22
Q

Is an inspector required to operate any main, branch, or shutoff valves? Yes/No

A

No

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23
Q

Is an inspector required to determine water quality or potability?
Yes/No

A

No

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24
Q

For a gas water heater, what is considered as deficient?

A

improper flame color or excessive scale build up

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25
Q

Within what distance to an appliance is a gas shutoff valve required?
a. 6 ft
b. 8ft
c. 10 ft

A

6 ft

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26
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What is the allowed maximum length of a gas appliance connector for it to not be considered to be deficient?
a. 4 ft
b. 5 ft
c. 6 ft

A

6 ft

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27
Q

Are inspectors required to light or ignite pilot flames? Yes/No

A

No

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28
Q

Is the lack of visible sediment traps considered a deficiency? Yes/No

A

Yes

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29
Q

What are 3 key components to look for and note as deficient if not found in regard to a sprinkler system?

A

-rain sensor
-backflow device
-shutoff valve

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30
Q

Are defects in the physical structure such as cracks in the pool structure, damaged tiles, coping, and decking, listed in the SOPs as being reportable? Yes/No

A

Yes

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31
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Should an inspector report on the type of pool construction? Yes/No

A

Yes

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32
Q

Inspections for out buildings are performed according to what?

A

Same as it is to a house

33
Q

What 2 things should an inspector do when inspecting a private water well?

A

-The well system is capable of delivering sufficient water to home
-The water delivered to the home is safe to use and consume

34
Q

Can septic systems inspections be conducted by home inspectors?
a. Yes, with additional training
b. No

A

Yes, with additional training

35
Q

Is the presence of a single blockage main drain considered to be deficient in regard to pool & spa inspections? Yes/No

A

Yes

36
Q

Should GFCI protection devices be present in regard to pool and spa operations? Yes/No

A

Yes

37
Q

Is it reportable as deficient if there is an absence or failure in performance of ground-fault circuit interrupter protection devices in grade-level portions of unfinished accessory buildings used for storage or work areas, boathouses & boat hoists? Yes/No

A

Yes

38
Q

In testing private water wells, how many fixtures are to be operated simultaneously?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3

A

2

39
Q

For a septic system test, is the inspector required to uncover the system or its components?
Yes/No

A

No

40
Q

Dishwashers are considered deficient when what conditions are found upon inspection?

A

inoperative
performance/mounting
rusted
water leaks
absence of visible backflow prevention

41
Q

What is a deficiency that exhaust systems & range hoods may both have when related to ductwork?

A

ducts that do not terminate outside the building

42
Q

What is the minimum distance that must exist between combustible materials & the top of cooktop burners?
a. 28 in
b. 30 in
c. 32 in

A

30 in

43
Q

Should thermostat accuracy be reported as deficient if the difference is over 25 degrees of 350?
Yes/No

A

Yes

44
Q

Are free standing microwave ovens to be inspected?
Yes/No

A

No

45
Q

When is a gas bathroom heater considered deficient?

A

when it is not vented to the exterior of the building

46
Q

Are photosensors 7” above the garage floor considered deficient?
Yes/No

A

Yes

47
Q

Are screened terminations on a dryer exhaust system considered a deficiency?
Yes/No

A

Yes

48
Q

Is the inspector required to test microwave ovens for radiation leaks?
Yes/No

A

No

49
Q

Is the condition of the washer/dryer or the refrigerator to be determined?
Yes/No

A

No

50
Q

What are the typical locations for plumbing leaks?

A

tub/shower
drain connections at tubs/showers
walls immediately adjacent to showers
commodes

51
Q

What should an inspector do if water pressure exceeds 80 PSI?

A

write up deficient

52
Q

When a surge of high water pressure forces the water to stop or change direction abruptly, what may happen?

A

water hammer

53
Q

When water pressure reducing valve or devices are in use, what may also be installed?

A

expansion device/tank

54
Q

Where is a common location for a mixing valve?

A

bathrooms

55
Q

Is it required that the inspector identifies the location of the gas meter & the gas distribution piping material.
Yes/No

A

Yes

56
Q

Does testing for gas leaks require the use of an electronics gas detection device or leak detection bubbles?

A

No

57
Q

Why is it necessary to test the water heater temperature pressure relief valve?

A

check the safety of device/functional

58
Q

What does TPRV stand for?

A

Temperature Pressure Relief Valve

59
Q

What plumbing components are mandatory for the inspector to be reported?

A

location of water meter
main water supply shutoff valve
static water pressure
distribution material

60
Q

Must the inspector notate if the AFCI device was not tested?

A

Must report why it was not tested

61
Q

Where are AFCI-protected devices required?

A

Kitchens, family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, closets, hallways & laundry rooms

62
Q

Where are smoke alarms required per Texas SOP?

A

each sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area in immediate vicinity, in living space of each story of the home

63
Q

Are inspectors required to test the function of each smoke alarm & carbon monoxide alarm?

A

Yes, manually

64
Q

When are inspectors not required to test an alarm?

A

if monitored by an alarm company

65
Q

If the inspector does not test an alarm, what must the inspector do?

A

note it was not tested

66
Q

Why does the A/C condenser unit use different rules?

A

Any device containing a motor will have a higher current when it is initially starting up than when it is running at steady state.

67
Q

What terms should an inspector be familiar with when it comes to the air conditioner condenser unit?

A

MCA ( Minimum Circuit Ampacity, Minimum Fuse/Breaker, & Maximum Fuse/Breaker

68
Q

When should a drop, or mast be reported as deficient

A

when it is not securely fastened to the building

69
Q

When are electrical cabinets & panel boards not appropriate for their location?

A

clothes closet, bathrooms or where they are exposed to physical damage

70
Q

What is the minimum clearance required in front of electrical cabinets and panel boards?
a. 30 in
b. 33 in
c. 36 in

A

36 in

71
Q

Must the inspector report the type of branch circuit conductors?
Yes/No

A

Yes

72
Q

What is the distance to a sink, shower, or bathtub in which a GFCI-protection is required?
a. 3 ft
b. 6 ft
c. 10 ft

A

6 ft

73
Q

Are missing switch or junction box covers considered a deficiency?
Yes/No

A

Yes

74
Q

What is a high loop?

A

prevents dirty water from sink getting into dishwasher

75
Q

What are the 2 most commonly used types of backflow prevention?

A

air gaps & high loop

76
Q

What is an air gap?

A

device that is mounted on sink & is also used as a back flow to dishwasher

77
Q

What are the 3 main safety features that should be inspected on a garage door operator?

A
  1. infrared sensor
  2. auto-reversing mechanism
  3. safety release to allow door to be released quickly
78
Q

What items should be inspected on the garage door itself?

A

-door panels & stabilizers
-hinges, rollers & rails
-springs & cables
-locking mechanism

79
Q

What is considered deficient when inspecting bathroom ventilation?

A

-if it does not exhaust to the exterior
-deficiencies in performance and mounting

ICA (52 decks)

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