Electrical & PPEQuestion 72 of 100
What is the role of PPE when selected as part of electrical safety?
a.To protect the worker as a last line of defense when hazards cannot be otherwise removed
b.To make workers look uniform
c.To increase productivity
d.To replace training
Explanation
PPE, such as insulating gloves and arc-rated clothing, protects the worker as the last line of defense when electrical hazards cannot be eliminated or controlled by other means. It must be rated for the voltage and hazard involved. PPE supplements, but never replaces, de-energizing and safe work practices.
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