18 Edition Mock Test

BS 7671:2018 Mock test 1
Name: _________________________
Question 1 BS7671 Wiring Regulations do NOT apply to the design, erection and verification of:
A. public premises
B. photovoltaic systems
C. equipment on board ships covered by BS 8450
D. external lighting and similar installations
Question 2 BS7671 Wiring Regulations do NOT apply to the design, erection and verification of:
A. low voltage generating sets
B. public premises
C. prefabricated buildings
D. aircraft equipment
Question 3 BS7671 Wiring Regulations apply to the design, erection and verification of:
A. Equipment of mobile and fixed offshore installations
B. Marinas
C. Railway traction equipment, rolling stock and signalling equipment
D. Electric fences covered by BS EN 60335-2-76.
Question 4 BS7671 Wiring Regulations may need to be supplemented by the requirements or
recommendations of other standards in cases where they are applied to:
A. operating and maintenance gangways.
B. low voltage generating sets
C. mobile or transportable units
D. electrical installations for open-cast mines and quarries
Question 5 One of the important principles for safety in connection with fault protection is the application
of the method of
A. protective insulation
B. protective equipotential bonding
C. protective connection
D. equipotential insulation
Question 6 Which characteristic does not need to be included in the documentation referred to in
Regulation 132.13 to show conformity with the Regulations:
A. Particular requirements of the distributor.
B. Nature of current: a.c. and/or d.c.
C. The cost of equipment
D. Purpose and number of conductors
Question 7 An interrupting device for emergency control shall be installed
A. in such a way that it can be rapidly and effectively operated
B. in such a way that it can be easily recognized and effectively and rapidly operated for
immediate interruption of the supply
C. closer to the power supply
D. in such a way that it can be easily recognized
Question 8 When equipment is not covered by a known standard, the designer must confirm the same
degree of safety as afforded by
A. European standards
B. British standards
C. CENELEC standards
D. IEC standards
Question 9 The IET Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 applies for
A. electrical equipment on aircraft
B. traction equipment
C. construction sites
D. fire alarms fed from a safety source
Question 10 The fundamental principles of BS 7671 covering design, states that every electrical installation
shall be provided with
A. emergency control devices
B. fuses in the neutral conductor
C. an alternative source of supply
D. appropriate documentation
Question 11 A device other than current-using equipment, associated with such equipment or with the wiring
of an installation is called
A. not current-using equipment
B. accessory
C. supplementary
D. additional equipment
Question 12 The interface between the fixed installation and a heating unit is called
A. heat protection
B. heating connection
C. thermal isolation
D. cold tail
Question 13 Path to follow for access to a safe area in the event of emergency is called
A. escape route
B. escape path
C. emergency route
D. emergency path
Question 14 External influence is any influence external to an electrical installation which

A. causes the installation to stop working
B. affects the design and safe operation of that installation
C. affects working parameters of that installation
D. must be taken into account by the installation designers
Question 15 The maximum current rating of a power track system is
A. 50 A
B. 63 A
C. 78 A
D. 110 A
Question 16 Maximum demand and diversity should be determined before an installation is to begin
A. to enable the REC to prepare the correctly rated supply
B. the customer needs the correct information
C. as it is a requirement of the REC
D. for economic and reliable design
Question 17 SELV denotes an extra low voltage system that is

A. centre tapped to the general mass of the earth
B. electrically separated from the general mass of the earth
C. connected to the earth on the secondary of the transformer
D. designed so as to avoid an electric shock between live conductors
Question 18 A fault is defined as
A. a circuit condition in which current flows through an abnormal or unintended path
B. electric shock under overload conditions
C. electric shock under fault free conditions
D. electric shock under overcurrent conditions
Question 19 Protection against electric shock under fault free conditions is known as
A. fault protection
B. indirect contact
C. basic protection
D. direct contact
Question 20 Low voltage is defined as having a value which does not exceed
A. 50v a.c.
B. 230v a.c.
C. 240v a.c.
D. 1000v a.c.
Question 21 Which of the following should be taken into account in the choice of methods of protection for
safety and the selection and erection of equipment?
A. It's maximum power
B. Its maintainability
C. It's suitability for public service
D. The country of origin
Question22 Which of the following are NOT referred to in the regulations as current-carrying conductors in
a.c. circuit under normal operating conditions
A. Two-phase 3-wire
B. Three-phase 3-wire
C. Three-phase 4-wire
D. Two-phase 4-wire
Question 23 A system which has only one point directly earthed at the source, the exposed-conductive-
parts of the installation(s) being connected to earth electrodes electrically independent of the earth
electrode of the supply system (the source earth) is
A. TT system
B. NN system
C. NT system
D. TN system
Question 24 The second letter of the code for system earthing type has a meaning of
A. Relationship of the power system to Earth
B. Arrangement of neutral and protective conductors
C. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to Earth
D. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to the power system
Question 25 The third letter of the code for system earthing type has a meaning of
A. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to Earth
B. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to the power system
C. Relationship of the power system to Earth
D. Arrangement of neutral and protective conductors
Question 26 Electrical installations shall be divided into circuits to

A. allow easier access to the installation
B. allow more even distribution of power
C. allow for expansion without changing the maximum demand
D. reduce electromagnetic interference.
Question 27 Electrical installations shall be divided into circuits to
A. allow for more socket outlets
B. reduce power usage
C. allow for expansion without changing the maximum demand
D. minimize inconvenience in the event of a fault condition
Question 28 Identify which of the following forms part of the assessment of general characteristics
A. distribution circuits
B. switchgear requirements
C. diversity
D. recognized safety services
Question 29 Electrical installations should be divided into circuits where necessary in order to
A. prevent the indirect energizing of a circuit intended to be isolated
B. prevent harmonic currents
C. ensure at least one socket outlet is available in the event of a fault
D. avoid unbalanced loads
Question 30 A two storey house should have at least two lighting circuits in order to
A. reduce the load on a consumer circuit
B. allow for fluorescent luminaires
C. be split across the RCD protected part of the consumer unit
D. minimize danger in the event of a fault
Question 31 Which one is the most commonly used protective measure against electric shock?
A. Automatic disconnection of supply
B. Double or reinforced insulation
C. Electrical separation for the supply to one item of current-using equipment
D. Extra-low voltage (SELV and PELV)
Question 32 the provision for fault protection against electric shock may be omitted for
A. Metal supports of overhead line insulators which are attached to the building and are placed
out of arm's reach
B. Switchers and connectors
C. Unearthed lines
D. Low voltage supply lines
Question 33 A circuit protective conductor shall be run to and terminated at each point in wiring and at
each accessory except
A. a connection point
B. an earthing point
C. a voltage source
D. A lamp holder having no exposed-conductive-parts and suspended from such a point.
Question 34 in each installation main protective bonding conductors shall connect to the main earthing
terminal extraneous- conductive-parts including:
A. Water installation pipes
B. metal pieces of furniture
C. power supply
D. multimedia network system cables
Question 35 In case of a fault, the maximum disconnection time for a d.c. circuit with line voltage to Earth
in the range 120 V-230 V in a TN system (for final circuits not exceeding 32 A) is
A. 0.5 sec
B. 0.2 sec
C. 0.4 sec
D. 1 sec
Question 36 Where disconnection of the neutral conductor in IT system is required, disconnection and
reconnection shall be such that
A. the neutral conductor shall be disconnected before the line conductors and shall be reconnected
at the same time as or before the line conductors.
B. the neutral conductor shall not be disconnected before the line conductors and shall be
reconnected at the same time as or before the line conductors.
C. the neutral conductor shall not be disconnected at the same time as or before the line conductors
and shall be reconnected after the line conductors.
D. the neutral conductor shall be disconnected before the line conductors and shall be reconnected
at the same time as or after the line conductors.
Question 37 which type of circuit does BS7671 not refer to when considering the omission of a device for
protection against overload, even though unexpected disconnection may cause danger or damage
A. a circuit supplying luminaires
B. a circuit supplying a fire extinguishing device
C. the exciter circuit of a rotating machine
D. a circuit supplying a safety service, such as a fire alarm or a gas alarm
Question 38 For an installation with nominal voltage 400/690 V the required minimum impulse withstand
voltage of category I overvoltage protective device (equipment with reduced impulse voltage) is
A. 2.5 kV
B. 4 kV
C. 5 kV
D. 6 kV
Question 39 When tested at 5 times the rated operating current, an RCD used for additional protection
should operate within
A. 400ms
B. 40ms
C. 0.2s
D. 0.5s
Question 40 Under what circumstances is additional protection not required by means of an RCD in <20A
circuit
A. when applied to mobile equipment outdoors
B. it is always required
C. when in a dwelling a documented risk assessment determines RCD protection is not necessary
D. it is never required in any circumstance
Question 41 every item of equipment shall be suitable for the design current, taking into account any
capacitive and inductive effects, and
A. The current likely to flow in abnormal conditions for such periods of time as are determined by the
characteristics of the protective devices concerned.
B. overload current
C. The maximum current in abnormal conditions for such periods of time as are determined by the
characteristics of the protective devices concerned.
D. The maximum current in abnormal conditions for any period of time.
Question 42 what type of cables necessarily must be enclosed in conduit, ducting or trunking?
A. Sheathed cables for fixed wiring.
B. Sheathed cables for temporary wiring.
C. Non-sheathed cables for fixed wiring.
D. Non-sheathed cables for temporary wiring.
Question 43 What is the minimum cross-sectional area for aluminium non-sheathed and sheathed cables
used in power circuits?
A. 40 mm2
B. 10 mm2
C. 30 mm2
D. 16 mm2
Question 44 A heating cable intended for laying directly in soil, concrete, cement screed or other material
used for road and building construction shall be
A. capable of withstanding mechanical damage under the conditions that can reasonably be
expected to prevail during its installation
B. constructed of material that will be resistant to damage from dampness and/or corrosion
under normal conditions of service
C. either the first two answers
D. both the first two answers
Question 45 Bare conductors may be used for extra-low voltage lighting installations If their nominal
voltage does not exceed
A. 15 V a.c. or 40 V d.c.
B. 25 V a.c. or 60 V d.c.
C. 60 V a.c. or 25 V d.c.
D. 25 V a.c. and 25 V d.c.
Question 46 If a cable is buried in a wall less than 50mm depth and is not protected by metallic enclosures,
the additional protection required is
A. RCD protection
B. MCB protection
C. supplementary bonding
D. external notification of cable routes
Question 47 The maximum operating temperature of standard general purpose thermoplastic PVC cable is
A. 500c
B. 750c
C. 1100c
D. 700c
Question 48 Where a generating set is used as an additional source of supply in parallel with other sources,
protection shall remain effective in all situations against overcurrent and
A. harmonic distortion
B. high protective conductor currents
C. unbalance
D. thermal effects
Question 49 Identify which one of the following sources for safety services are recognized the IET Wiring
Regulations
A. primary cells
B. generator set dependent on the normal supply
C. secondary cells
D. solar energy cells
Question 50 Identify which one of the following sources for safety services are recognized by BS7671
A. generator set dependent on the normal supply
B. secondary cells
C. parallel feeder to the normal feeder from the supply network
D. storage batteries
Question 51 Any insulation or insulating arrangement of extraneous- conductive-parts intended to satisfy
Regulation 418.1,4(iii) if
A. when tested at 500 V d.c. shall be not less than 1 mega ohm
B. Shall be able to withstand a test voltage of at least 2 kV a.c.
C. shall not pass a leakage current exceeding 1 mA in normal conditions of use
D. all the written answers
Question 52 which one is NOT a subject of periodic inspection?

A. protection against damage to property by fire and heat arising from an installation defect
B. confirmation that the installation satisfies efficiency requirements
C. safety of persons and livestock against the effects of electric shock and burns confirmation that the
installation is not damaged or deteriorated so as to impair safety
D. safety of persons and livestock against the effects of electric shock and burns confirmation that the
installation is not damaged or deteriorated so as to impair safety
Question 53 On a residual current device, the purpose of the integral test button is to check
A. the effectiveness of any test facility
B. the electrical function
C. the rating
D. the disconnection time
Question 54 The minimum value of insulation resistance test performed on a PELV installation is
A. 9.0MΩ
B. 5.5MΩ
C. 0.2MΩ
D. 0.5MΩ
Question 55 An insulation resistance test performed on a PELV installation should be capable of
producing a test voltage of
A. 250v d.c.
B. 500v d.c.
C. 250v a.c.
D. 50v d.c.
Question 56 On a 230v a.c. installation, the minimum value of insulation resistance is

A. 10.0MΩ
B. 2.0MΩ
C. 1.0MΩ
D. 0.5MΩ
Question 57 An electrical installation certificate should be signed by
A. the customer
B. the local authority
C. the REC
D. a skilled person
Question 58 Before conducting an insulation resistance test you should

A. ensure that the polarity is correct
B. ensure correct RCDs are fitted
C. ensure that the earth fault loop impedance is satisfactory
D. ensure that all lamps are removed
Question 59 An insulation resistance test performed on a 230v a.c.installation should be capable

of producing a test voltage of
A. 500 V a.c.
B. 1000 V d.c.
C. 50 V d.c.
D. 500 V d.c.
Question 60 The most convenient method of determining the value of the prospective short
circuit current at the origin of an existing installation would be by
A. functional testing
B. measurement
C. BS 7671
D. inspection
BS 7671:2018 Mock test 1 Answers
1. C, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1, 110.2
2. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1, 110.2
3. B, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1, 110.2
4. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.3
5. B, Ref: BS7671: 131.2.2
6. C, Ref: BS7671: 132.2
7. B, Ref: BS7671: 132.9
8. B, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.3
9. C, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
10. D, Ref: BS7671: 132.13
11. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
12. D, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
13. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
14. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
15. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
16. D, Ref: BS7671: 311.1
17. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
18. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
19. C, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
20. D, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
21. B, Ref: BS7671: 301.1
22. D, Ref: BS7671: 312.1.1
23. A, Ref: BS7671: 312.2.2.1
24. C, Ref: BS7671: 312.2
25. D, Ref: BS7671: 312.2
26. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
27. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
28. D, Ref: BS7671: 301.1
29. A, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
30. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
31. A, Ref: BS7671: 410.3.3
32. A, Ref: BS7671: 410.3.9
33. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1.1
34. A, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1.2
35. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.2.2
36. B, Ref: BS7671: 431.3
37. A, Ref: BS7671: 433.3.3
38. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 443.2
39. B, Ref: BS7671: 643.8
40. C, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.3
41. A, Ref: BS7671: 512.1.2
42. C, Ref: BS7671: 521.10.1
43. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 52.3
44. D, Ref: BS7671: 554.4.2
45. B, Ref: BS7671: 715.521.106
46. A, Ref: BS7671: 522.6.202
47. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 52.1
48. D, Ref: BS7671: 551.7.1
49. A, Ref: BS7671: 560.6.1
50. D, Ref: BS7671: 560.6.1
51. D, Ref: BS7671: 418.1.4
52. B, Ref: BS7671: 651.2
53. A, Ref: BS7671: 643.10
54. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
55. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
56. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
57. D, Ref: BS7671: 644.5
58. D, Ref: BS7671:643.3.2
59. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
60. B, Ref: BS7671: 643.7.3.201
Name: _________________________
Question 1 Final circuits exceeding 32A, in agricultural premises, should be protected by
A. A 100mA RCD
B. A 300mA RCD
C. A 500mA RCD
D. A 10mA RCD
Question 2 The fundamental principles of BS7671 state that persons and livestock shall be
protected against injury as a consequence of over voltages originating from
A. motors running
B. the operation of circuit breakers
C. overvoltages
D. voltage recovery
Question 3 An electric shock due to inadequate fault protection can only be caused by
A. accidental touching of a phase conductor
B. class II equipment
C. touching conduit under fault conditions
D. SELV terminals
Question 4 An electric shock due to inadequate basic protection can be caused by
A. touching the case of a class II portable drill
B. brushing a phase conductor with your hand
C. the circuit protective conductor being touched under energisation
D. a person touching conduit under fault conditions
Question 5 What is the maximum Zs for a 10A type C circuit breaker protecting a standard
discharge type lighting circuit
A. 1.15Ω
B. 2.19Ω
C. 1.44Ω
D. 1.92Ω
Question 6 Socket outlets installed in an area containing a bathtub or shower must be installed
A. within zone 2 but outside zone 0
B. 3m horizontally from zone 1
C. 3m horizontally from zone 2
D. 3m horizontally from zone 0
Question 7 Installations should be arranged so as to avoid danger in the event of a fault and to
facilitate safe operation, inspection, testing and maintenance. One method of complying with
this is to
A. connect all circuits on the single spur principle
B. connect all circuits on the radial principle
C. divide the installation into bands of circuits
D. connect all circuits on the ring principle
Question 8 The information to be given to the local Electricity Supplier in order to establish the
type and rating of the supply, prior to the construction of a new electrical installation is the
A. maximum demand
B. frequency and nature of current
C. nominal voltage
D. external impedance
Question 9 Which of the following does not fall under compatibility
A. earth leakage of current
B. unbalanced loads
C. d.c. feedback
D. external influences
Question 10 When considering external influences, the code AD3 requires IP rated equipment to
A. IPX0
B. IPX1
C. IPX2
D. IPX3
Question 11 Diversity and maximum demand should be determined before beginning an
installation
A. for a reliable and cost effective design
B. because the customer must be provided with the information
C. in order that the correct supply rating is used
D. as it is an REC requirement
Question 12 BS7671 Wiring Regulations apply to the design, erection and verification of:
E. Equipment of mobile and fixed offshore installations
F. Marinas
G. Railway traction equipment, rolling stock and signalling equipment
H. Electric fences covered by BS EN 60335-2-76.
Question 13 When considering the installation of a large three-phase a.c. motor, additional
protection should be made against
A. basic contact
B. high earth fault leakages
C. installation overvoltages
D. installation undervoltages
Question 14 The maximum disconnection time for a ≤230v a.c. final circuit not exceeding 32A,
with a TT supply is
A. 3s
B. 0.2s
C. 0.5s
D. 5ms
Question 15 The maximum disconnection time for a ≤230v a.c. circuit with a TN supply is
A. 3s
B. 0.2s
C. 0.4ms
D. 5s
Question 16 If Ze is measured at 0.68Ω and R1+R2 is measured at 0.82Ω, the value of Zs would be
A. 2.88Ω
B. 0.18Ω
C. 1.5Ω
D. 0.5Ω
Question 17 The maximum Zs for a 16A Type B circuit breaker protecting a fixed appliance is
A. 1.87Ω
B. 0.87Ω
C. 2.4Ω
D. 2.73Ω
Question 18 In a TT installation, distribution circuits must satisfy a disconnection time of
A. 4s
B. 1s
C. 0.5s
D. 0.2s
Question 19 In domestic installations where circuits are protected by RCD's, the product of the
earth fault loop impedance and the rated residual operating current of the device must not
exceed
A. 20v
B. 50v
C. 110v
D. 120v
Question 20 When equipment is not covered by a known standard, the designer must confirm the
same degree of safety as afforded by
E. European standards
F. British standards
G. CENELEC standards
H. IEC standards
A. the customer
B. the local authority
C. the REC
D. a skilled person
Question 22 Taking into account the presence of water, electrical installations installed outside in
caravan park shall have minimum IP rating of
A. IP5X
B. IPX4
C. IP3X
D. IPX2
Question 23 Which of these is not a suitable source for a SELV system
a Engine driven generator
b Auto step up transformer
c BS 61558-2-6 safety transformer
d Lead - acid battery
Question 24 In a TN system, the maximum earth fault loop impedance Zs when using a 32A, type
B circuit breaker for instantaneous operation would be
A. 1.15 ohms
B. 1.09 ohms
C. 1.37 ohms
D. 0.72 ohms
Question 25 If a fault occurs in the HV system and a magnitude of fault voltage of 430v occurs
between exposed conductive parts and earth on the LV installation, what is the maximum
tolerable duration of the fault
A. 40ms
B. 30ms
C. 6000ms
D. 5000ms
Question 26 Which of the following are NOT referred to in the regulations as current-carrying
conductors in a.c. circuit under normal operating conditions
E. Two-phase 3-wire
F. Three-phase 3-wire
G. Three-phase 4-wire
H. Two-phase 4-wire
Question 27 When cables are placed directly in the ground in an agricultural site they should be
buried at a depth:
a sufficient to avoid damage.
b of not less than 1.0 m.
c sufficient to allow easy access.
d of not less than 1.5m.
Question 28 In a high rise building, lightning conductors must be bonded to the
A. earth electrode
B. structural steelwork
C. main incoming services
D. installation earth
Question 29 Nuisance tripping from a large transformer installation can be prevented by
A. the use of an RCD
B. the use of a C Type MCB
C. the use of a B Type MCB
D. the use of a D Type MCB
Question 30 Where a clamp is used for bonding purposes, a permanent label shall be fixed in a
visible position with the wording
A. danger electrical connection-do not remove
B. danger electrical connection-do not remove
C. safety earth connection-do not remove d
D. safety electrical connection-do not remove
Question 31 When designing a single circuit, correction factors are to be used and applied to the
A. design current of the circuit
B. nominal rating of the protective device
C. maximum demand of the installation
D. current carrying capacity of the cable
Question 32 When determining design current, the correction factor that is applied to a BS3036 Semi
enclosed fuse is
A. 0.752
B. 0.527
C. 0.725
D. 1.725
Question 33 A BS3036 protective device is also known as a
A. circuit breaker
B. cartridge fuse
C. RCBO
D. semi enclosed Semi enclosed fuse
Question 34 A BS1361 protective device is also known as a
A. circuit breaker
B. cartridge fuse
C. RCD
Question 35 A BS EN 60898 protective device is also known as a
A. circuit breaker
B. cartridge fuse
C. RCD
Question 36 An installation protected by an RCD shall have a fixed notice stating
A. the test button should be pressed occasionally
B. the test button should be pressed monthly
C. the test button should be pressed quarterly
D. the test button should be pressed at 6 monthly intervals
Question 37 Which of the following does not give protection against basic contact
A. barrier or enclosure
B. obstacles
C. insulation of live parts
D. supplementary bonding
Question 38 When insulated a PEN conductor shall be identified with
A. blue insulation along its length
B. green insulation and blue markings at the termination
C. green and yellow insulation and blue markings at the termination
D. green and yellow insulation along its length
Question 39 An insulated monitoring device (IMD) installed in a location where unskilled
personnel have access shall be designed or installed in such a way that it
A. will indicate any important increase of the insulation level of the system
B. is possible to modify the settings, without the use of a key or a tool or a password
C. shall not be possible to modify the settings, without the use of a key or a tool or a password
D. is set to a higher value corresponding to the normal insulation of the system
Question 40 The metallic pipe of a water utility supply shall not be used as an earth electrode.
Other metallic water supply pipe work may be used as an earth electrode if it has been
considered for such a use, and
A. it is adequately buried in the ground
B. precautions are taken against its removal
C. is protected against mechanical damage
D. is adequately lagged
Question 41 In Great Britain the use of combined protective neutral (PEN) conductors is
prohibited in consumers installations by which regulation
A. the electricity at work regulations 1989
B. the supply of machinery (safety) regulations 1992
C. the IEE wiring regulations
D. the electricity safety, quality and continuity regulations 2002
Question 42 On a 230v a.c. installation, the minimum value of insulation resistance is
A. 10.0MΩ
B. 2.0MΩ
C. 1.0MΩ
D. 0.5MΩ
Question 43 The paperwork that should be issued on completion of a new installation is
A. a fully completed test sheet
B. an NICEIC test results sheet
C. a periodic inspection report
D. a schedule of test results, schedule of inspection and an electrical installation certificate
Question 44 An insulation resistance test is carried out to verify
A. fuse rating is correctly calculated
B. there is sufficiently low resistance to operate the protective device within its limits
C. there is sufficient circuit protection
D. there is no breakdown of the conductor insulation
Question 45 An electrical installation certificate must indicate responsibility for the installation's
A. materials, design and construction
B. design, inspection and testing
C. design, construction, inspection and testing
D. technical drawings and plans
Question 46 The minimum value of insulation resistance of a 230v lighting circuit is
A. 0.5MΩ
B. 1 MΩ
C. 1.5MΩ
D. 5 MΩ
Question 47 The test voltage for carrying out an insulation test on a PELV system is
A. 100v
B. 250v
C. 500v
D. 1000v
Question 48 Self supported suspension cables within agricultural situations should be
A. at a height of at least 2M
B. at a height of at least 4M
C. at a height of at least 6M
D. at a height of at least 10M
Question 49 Special locations do not include
A. new buildings
B. earthworks
C. engineering works
D. surface mining
Question 50 Additional protection in a room containing a sauna would be
A. barriers
B. placing out of reach
C. IPX6 rated accessories
D. by way of RCD
Question 51 The specific IP rating for areas within zone 1 of a bathroom is
A. IPXXB
B. IP2X
C. IPX7
D. IPX4
Question 52 In a bathroom zone 0 is defined as the
A. area outside a 0.60m circumference from the bath or shower
B. area within a 0.60m circumference from the bath or shower
C. area directly above the bath or shower up to 2.25m above the finished floor level
D. area within the bath or shower
Question 53 Heating units designed to be used underfloor with in a bathroom should have a
minimum IP rating of
A. IP4X
B. IP67
C. IPX7
D. IPX2
Question 54 Circuits within booths at fairground premises should be protected at the origin of the
installation by at least a
A. 500mA RCD
B. 300mA RCD
C. 100mA RCD
D. 10mA RCD
Question 55 In marina installations that are in an area subject to vehicle movement, overhead
distribution cables shall be installed at a height of
A. 5m
B. 7m
C. 6m
D. 8m
Question 56 Socket outlets supplying caravan pitches should be to
A. BS 60309-2 and IP65 rated
B. BS 60309-2 and IP44 rated
C. BS 61009-2 and IP44 rated
D. BS 61009-2 and IPX4 rated
Question 57 Socket outlets supplying caravan pitches should be at a height of
A. 0.5m off the ground
B. 0.25m off the ground
C. 0.5m to 1.5m off the ground measured to the highest part of the socket outlet
D. 0.5m to 1.5m off the ground measured to the lowest part of the socket outlet
Question 58 The correction factor for cables installed in free air with 70oC thermoplastic
insulation and an ambient temperature of 50oC is
A. 0.71
B. 0.17
C. 0.57
D. 0.77
Question 59 The correction factor for cables that is 90oC thermosetting insulation with an
ambient temperature of 40oC is
A. 0.76
B. 0.69
C. 0.91
D. 0.86
Question 60 BS EN 60228 relates to
A. conduit systems
B. conductors of insulated cables
C. cable trunking and ducting systems
D. industrial plugs, couplers and socket outlets
1. B, Ref: BS7671: 705.411.1
2. C, Ref: BS7671: 131.1
3. C, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1.1
4. B, Ref: BS7671: 416.2
5. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.3
6. B, Ref: BS7671: 701.512.3
7. C, Ref: BS7671: 314
8. A, Ref: BS7671: 311.1
9. D, Ref: BS7671: 331.1
10. D, Ref: BS7671: App 5
11. A, Ref: BS7671: 311.1
12. B, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1, 110.2
13. D, Ref: BS7671: 463.3.1
14. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
15. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
16. C, Ref: Zs=Ze + R1&R2
17. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.3
18. B, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.2.4
19. B, Ref: BS7671: 415.2.2
20. B, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.3
21. D, Ref: BS7671: 641.6
22. B, Ref: BS7671: 708.12.1.1
23. B, Ref: BS7671: 414.3
24. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.3
25. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 44.2
26. D, Ref: BS7671: 312.1.1
27. B, Ref: BS7671: 705.522
28. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1.2
29. D, Ref: BS7671: 531.3.2
30. D, Ref: BS7671: 514.13.1
31. B, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 5.1.1
32. C, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.202
33. D, Ref: BS7671: App 1
34. B, Ref: BS7671: App 1
35. A, Ref: BS7671: App 1
36. C, Ref: BS7671: 514.12.2
37. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.2
38. C, Ref: BS7671: 514.4.3
39. C, Ref: BS7671: 531.3.4.201
40. B, Ref: BS7671: 542.2.6
41. D, Ref: BS7671: 543.4.1
42. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
43. D, Ref: BS7671: 644.3
44. D, Ref: BS7671: 643.3
45. C, Ref: BS7671: 644.4
46. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
47. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
48. C, Ref: BS7671: 705.522
49. D, Ref: BS7671: Part 7
50. D, Ref: BS7671: 703.411.3.3
51. D, Ref: BS7671: 701.512.2
52. D, Ref: BS7671: 701.32.2
53. C, Ref: BS7671: 701.512.2
54. B, Ref: BS7671: 740.410.3
55. C, Ref: BS7671: 709.521.1.8
56. B, Ref: BS7671: 708.553.1.8
57. D, Ref: BS7671: 708.55.1.6
58. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 4B1
59. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 4B1
60. B, Ref: BS7671: App 1
Name: _________________________
Question 1 To which of the following electrical installations does BS 7671 not apply?
a. Agricultural and horticultural premises
b. Construction sites
c. Systems for the distribution of electricity to the public
d. Caravans, caravan parks and similar locations
Question 2 BS 7671 relates to the permanent and temporary installations for
a. equipment on board ships
b. equipment of aircraft
c. construction sites
d. railway traction equipment
Question 3 An a.c. voltage of 90V between conductors is classified as
a. extra-low voltage
b. low voltage
c. safety extra-low voltage
d. reduced low voltage
Question 4 Which of the following types of installations is not included in the special installations
recognised by BS 7671?
a. Swimming pools
b. Petrol Station
c. Agricultural
d. Saunas
Question 5 The maximum accessible distance that it should be assumed a person can reach when
standing on a surface is
a. 0.75m
b. 1.25m
c. 2.50m
d. 3.00m
Question 6 BS 7671 requires that the designer of a new installation shall
a. have at least three years experience
b. recommend the interval to the first periodic inspection and test
c. complete a periodic test report
d. have a copy of BS 7671
Question 7 Non-sheathed cables for fixed wiring, other than protective conductors, should always
be installed in
a. dry conditions
b. trenches
c. conduit or trunking
d. sub-zero temperatures
Question 8 A final circuit is the wiring between the
a. main cut-out and the energy meter
b. main switch and the distribution board
c. distribution board and the current-using equipment
d. consumer's main earth terminal and circuit protective device
Question 9 The prospective short circuit current at the origin of the consumer's installation must
be taken into account when
a. estimating the external earth loop impedance
b. applying diversity factor for the installation
c. selecting the system of earthing for the supply
d. selecting the type of overcurrent protective device to be installed
Question 10 A system is defined as
a. the kWh meter and an installation
b. the distribution cables to an installation
c. the consumer's terminals of an installation
d. a source of energy and an installation
Question 11 The total number of socket-outlets that may be connected to an unfused spur is
a. one single or one twin socket-outlet
b. equal to the total number of socket-outlets on the ring
c. equal to half the number of socket-outlets on the ring
d. unlimited
Question 12 Residual current circuit breakers shall not be used on a TN-C system where a circuit
incorporates
a. protective conductors
b. exposed-conductive-parts
c. earthing conductors
d. PEN conductors
Question 13 Which of the following is a method of providing fault protection?
a. Placing out of reach
b. Protective earthing
c. Protection by obstacles
d. Insulation of live parts
Question 14 In addition to regular maintenance of an installation, which of the following is not
an essential requirement?
a. Periodic inspection and testing may be readily and safely carried out
b. The name and address of the contractor is permanently displayed adjacent to the distribution
board
c. The reliability of the equipment is sustained
d. Protective measures for safety remain effective
Question 15 Where SELV is used to provide basic and fault protection, the nominal voltage must
not exceed.
a. 12V a.c.
b. 25V a.c.
c. 50V a.c.
d. 110V a.c
Question 16 An overload current is classified as an overcurrent occurring in a circuit which
a. is electrically sound
b. has a fault between line conductors
c. has a fault between a line conductor and neutral
d. has a fault between neutral and earth
Question 17 BS 7671 is designed to provide
a. instruction for untrained persons
b. safety especially from fire, shock and burns
c. a detailed specification
d. instructions for every circumstance in an installation
Question 18 Which one of the following is not permitted as a means of isolation in a circuit?
a. Double pole switch
b. 13A plug and socket
c. Semi-conductor device
d. Linked switch
Question 19 When a line conductor comes in contact with a neutral conductor the type of fault is
a. a short-circuit current
b. an earth fault
c. an overload fault
d. an open circuit fault
Question 20 A means of isolation must be provided in an electrical installation. This is required to
be
a. clearly identified
b. always placed next to the equipment it isolates
c. automatic in operation
d. available for emergency switching
Question 21 The third letter of the code for system earthing type has a meaning of
a. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to Earth
b. Relationship of the exposed-conductive-parts of the installation to the power system
c. Relationship of the power system to Earth
d. Arrangement of neutral and protective conductors
Question 22 A firefighter's emergency switch should be provided for
a. emergency lighting systems operating at low-voltage
b. interior low-voltage discharge lighting installations
c. exterior discharge lighting installations exceeding low-voltage
d. fire alarm circuits operating above low voltage
Question 23 The three general characteristics of external influence are environment, utilisation
and
a. the number and type of live conductors
b. construction of buildings
c. method of installation
d. the installation earthing arrangements
Question 24 BS 7671 details the requirements for switching off for mechanical maintenance.
Which of the following devices would not satisfy these requirements?
a. A control switch operating a contactor
b. A circuit breaker
c. Single pole switch
d. A multipole switch
Question 25 Which one of the following is required to be considered when assessing the general
characteristics of an electrical installation?
a. The electrician's qualifications
b. Diversity
c. Switchgear rating
d. Maintainability
Question 26 On agricultural premises, an RCD may be used for protection against fire providing
the operating current does not exceed
a. 30mA
b. 100mA
c. 300mA
d. 500mA
Question 27 When calculating the voltage drop in an electrical installation, which one of the
following must be taken into account?
a. The current carrying capacity of the cable
b. The operating current of the fuse
c. The current rating of the fuse
d. The design current of the circuit
Question 28 Which one of the following is not considered when calculating the minimum current
carrying capacity of live conductors of a cable?
a. Ambient temperature
b. Grouping
c. Type of protective device
d. The maximum permitted volt drop
Question 29 For single circuit cable selection, the correction factors must be applied to the
a. prospective short-circuit current
b. current carrying capacity of the cable
c. current rating of the protective device
d. earth fault current of the circuit
Question 30 The classification code for high wind is
a. AS3
b. AR3
c. AP3
d. AN3
Question 31 Rating factors are applied to the fuse rating of a circuit to determine the minimum
current carrying capacity of cables. A rating factor of 1 is used when a circuit is wired in 70 0C
thermoplastic insulated cable and operating in an ambient temperature of
a. 200C
b. 250C
c. 300C
d. 350C
Question 32 Which one of the following is excluded from use as an earth electrode?
a. Earth plates
b. Welded reinforcement of concrete embedded in earth
c. Earth tapes
d. Gas and water utility pipes
Question 33 A BS 3036 fuse, rated at 45A, is carrying a fault current of 145A, the protective
device should operate in
a. 0.2s
b. 0.4s
c. 1s
d. 5s
Question 34 The maximum earth fault loop impedance on a TN system for a ring final circuit
protected by a 30A BS 3036 fuse is
a. 1.04Ω
b. 1.09Ω
c. 1.84Ω
d. 2.64Ω
Question 35 A permanent label should be fixed in a visible position at the point of connection of
every earthing conductor to an earth electrode, with the wording
a. Danger Electrical Connection – Do not remove
b. Safety Electrical Connection – Do Not Remove
c. Danger Earth Connection – Do Not Remove
d. Safety Earth Connection – Do Not Remove
Question 36 Which one of the following sources does not comply with BS 7671 as a SELV system?
a. A safety isolating transformer to BS EN 61558
b. A motor generator with windings providing equivalent isolation to that of a safety isolating
transformer
c. A single-phase 55V to earthed midpoint transformer
d. A 48V storage battery system
Question 37 The minimum size of a copper earthing conductor buried in the ground that is not
mechanically protected and not protected against corrosion is
a. 10mm2
b. 16mm2
c. 25mm2
d. 50mm2
Question 38 When calculating the minimum value of the cross-sectional area of a protective
conductor the following information is available Fault current = 650A Operating time of
protective device = 0.3s Constant k, for protective conductor material = 115 The minimum cross-
sectional area of the protective conductor must be
a. 2.5mm2
b. 1.5mm2
c. 6.0mm2
d. 4.0mm2
Question 39 The maximum current rating of a power track system is
a. 50 A
b. 63 A
c. 78 A
d. 110 A
Question 40 Where an autotransformer is connected to a circuit having a neutral conductor, the

common terminal of the winding shall be connected to the
a. neutral conductor
b. line conductor
c. protective conductor
d. bonding conductor
Question 41 Circuit cables required to carry the starting, accelerating and load currents of motors
should have a current rating not less than
a. full-load
b. 1.5 x full-load
c. 6 x full-load
d. 10 x full-load
Question 42 As part of a detailed inspection which of the following must be checked?
a. The presence of fire barriers and protection against thermal effects
b. The prospective short-circuit current at the origin of the installation
c. SELV Insulation Resistance Value
d. The name of the manufacturer of any RCD fitted

Question 43 Which of the following items should be included for checking during the initial
verification of an installation?
a. Site works orders and alterations
b. Presence of diagrams and instructions
c. Minutes of all site meetings
d. All variations of contract
Question 44 One item that should be included on charts and diagrams made available to the
person carrying out the inspection and test is
a. all isolation and switching arrangements
b. the location details of portable equipment
c. the total number of outlets in the installation
d. the details of the original contract arrangements
Question 45 The minimum value of insulation resistance when testing a 400V industrial
installation is
a. 0.25MΩ
b. 0.5MΩ
c. 1.0MΩ
d. 5MΩ
Question 46 One reason for carrying out a polarity test is to ensure that
a. lighting switches work
b. the outer contact on an Edison light fitting is connected to the line conductor
c. socket-outlets are connected
d. fuses are fitted in the line conductor
Question 47 An earth fault loop impedance test determines the actual value of
a. ZS
b. Ipf
c. R1
d. R2
Question 48 Electrical Installation Certificates should be signed by those responsible for the
a. inspection and testing only
b. installation work only
c. main contract
d. design, construction, inspection and testing
Question 49 The result and extent of a Periodic Inspection and Test shall be recorded and given to
the
a. original installer
b. person ordering the inspection
c. representative of the supplier
d. installation designer
Question 50 Four of the tests on a completed installation required by BS 7671 are 1. Insulation
resistance 2. Continuity of protective conductors 3. Continuity of ring final circuits 4. Polarity
Which one of the following shows the correct order in which the tests should be carried out?
a. 1, 2, 3 and 4
b. 2, 3, 1 and 4
c. 3, 1, 4 and 2
d. 2, 4, 1 and 3
Question 51 The test voltage for an insulation resistance test on an installation with a 400V
supply is
a. 250V d.c.
b. 400V d.c.
c. 500V d.c.
d. 1000V d.c.
a. in such a way that it can be rapidly and effectively operated
b. in such a way that it can be easily recognized and effectively and rapidly operated for
immediate interruption of the supply
c. closer to the power supply
d.in such a way that it can be easily recognized
Question 53 An inspection shall be made to verify that the installed electrical equipment is
a. connected to the supply and energised
b. not visibly damaged
c. functioning safely when energised
d. exceeds the minimum insulation resistance value
Question 54 In a bathroom the protective measure of placing out of reach is

a. not allowed
b. allowed in zones 1 and 2
c. allowed in zone 2 only
d. allowed in all zones
Question 55 Electrical equipment installed above a swimming pool diving board should be fixed
at a height of not less than
a. 1.5m
b. 2.0m
c. 2.5m
d. 3.0m
Question 56 The particular requirements for mobile or transportable units apply to
a. generating sets
b. mobile workshops
c. mobile machinery to BS EN 60204-1
d. traction equipment of electric vehicles
Question 57 Construction site special regulations apply to
a. all site offices
b. earthworks
c. site canteens
d. site toilets
Question 58 On agricultural premises, an RCD may be used for protection against fire providing
the operating current does not exceed
a. 30mA
b. 100mA
c. 300mA
d. 500mA
Question 59 The minimum cross-sectional area of any conductor in a caravan is
a. 1.5mm2
b. 2.5mm2
c. 4.0mm2
d. 6.0mm2
Question 60 The maximum permissible height for a caravan inlet is a
a . 0.5m
b. 1.0m
c. 1.5m
d. 1.8m
1. C, Ref: BS7671: 110.2

2. C, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
3. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
4. B, Ref: BS7671: Contents
5. C, Ref: BS7671: Fig 417
6. B, Ref: BS7671: 134.2.2
7. C, Ref: BS7671: 521.10.1
8. C, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
9. D, Ref: BS7671: 432.1
10. D, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
11. A, Ref: BS7671: App 15
12. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.4.5
13. B, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1.1
14. B, Ref: BS7671: 341.1
15. C, Ref: BS7671: 414.2 (i)
16. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
17. B, Ref: BS7671: 131.1 (i)&(ii)
18. C, Ref: BS7671: 537.2.2.1
19. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
20. A, Ref: BS7671: 537.2.7
21. D, Ref: BS7671: 312.2
22. C, Ref: BS7671: 537.4.2
23. B, Ref: BS7671: App 5
24. C, Ref: BS7671: 537.3.2.2
25. D, Ref: BS7671: 301.1
26. C, Ref: BS7671: 705.422.7
27. D, Ref: BS7671: App 4
28. D, Ref: BS7671: App 4
29. C, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 5.1.1
30. A, Ref: BS7671: App 5
31. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 4B1
32. D, Ref: BS7671: 542.2.2
33. D, Ref: BS7671: Fig 3A2(b)
34. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.2
35. B, Ref: BS7671: 514.13.1
36. C, Ref: BS7671: 414.3
37. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 54.1
38. D, Ref: BS7671: 543.1.3
39. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
40. A, Ref: BS7671: 555.1.1
41. A, Ref: BS7671: 552.1.1
42. A, Ref: BS7671: 642.3
43. B, Ref: BS7671: 642.3
44. A, Ref: BS7671: 514.9.1
45. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
46. D, Ref: BS7671: 643.6
47. A, Ref: BS7671: 643.7.3
48. D, Ref: BS7671: App 6
49. B, Ref: BS7671: 653.6
50. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 6
51. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
52. B, Ref: BS7671: 132.9
53. B, Ref: BS7671: 642.2
54. A, Ref: BS7671: 701.410.3.5
55. C, Ref: BS7671: Fig 702.1
56. B, Ref: BS7671: 717.1
57. B, Ref: BS7671: 704.1.1 (iv)
58. C, Ref: BS7671: 705.422.7
59. A, Ref: BS7671: 721.524.1
60. D, Ref: BS7671: 721.55.1.2
Name: _________________________
Question 1 BS 7671 does not apply to
a equipment of aircraft
b photovoltaic systems
c marinas
d fairgrounds.
Question 2 Which of the following electrical installations is not covered by BS 7671:
a photovoltaic systems.
b agricultural and horticultural.
c low voltage generating sets.
d public electricity distribution.
Question 3 BS 7671 applies to
a equipment board ships
b lightning protection of buildings
c lift installations
d prefabricated buildings.
Question 4 which one of the following is not a characteristic of available supply or supplies
a Nature of current: AC and/or DC
b Purpose and number of conductors
c Earth fault loop impedance (Zs)
d Protective measures inherent in the supply
Question 5 Which of the following would be defined as a live part?
a Earthing conductor
b Line conductor
c Exposed-conductive-part
d PEN conductor
Question 6 A protective conductor connecting exposed conductive parts of equipment to the main earth
terminal is a:
a equipotential bonding conductor.
b main bonding conductor.
c earthing conductor.
d circuit protective conductor
Question 7 Protection against electric shock under single-fault conditions is defined as
a overload protection
b fault protection
c basic protection
d under voltage protection.
Outcome 8 The effectiveness of protective measures should be considered with regard to
a external influences
b safety services
c maintainability
d compatibility.
Question 9 When assessing the general characteristics of the installation which one of the following is not
included:
a External influences
b Maintainability
c Continuity of services
d type of protective devices to be installed
Question 10 With reference to the nature of the supply, which one of the following can be determined by
calculation, enquiry or measurement?
a The maximum demand of the installation
b The rating of the circuit protective device
c The prospective short-circuit current at the origin of the installation
d The csa of the tails
Question 11 To ensure continuity of supply to one part of the installation in the event of failure of another
part, one approach is
a for a separate circuit to be installed for each part
b to use protective equipotential bonding
c to install larger fuses
d to install a 100 mA S type RCD.
Question 12 When making an assessment of the frequency and quality of maintenance, a factor to be
considered is that
a power factor is monitored
b protective measures for safety remain effective
c starting currents are at a minimum
d unbalanced loads need to be checked more frequently.
Question 13 Where the measure of automatic disconnection of supply is employed, fault protection may be
provided by
a protective earthing only
b protective equipotential bonding only
c protective earthing and protective equipotential bonding
d electrical separation.
Question 14 Which of these is not a suitable source for a SELV system
a Engine driven generator
b Auto step up transformer
c BS 61558-2-6 safety transformer
d Lead - acid battery
Question 15 Which of the following items does not offer ‘basic’ protection:
a a circuit protective conductor.
b a socket outlet.
c a lamp holder.
d equipotential bonding conductors.
Question 16 A 230V circuit is protected by a 20A Type B circuit-breaker to BS EN 60898. The minimum value
of fault current to ensure compliance with maximum disconnection times:
a 80A.
b 100A.
c 125A.
d 150A.
Question 17 Max Zs for a TT system with a 300mA RCD
1667 ohms
500 ohms
167 ohms
100 ohms
Question 18 When protecting against burns a metallic part intended to be touched but not hand held shall
be limited to a maximum temperature of:
a 70 ºC.
b 75 ºC.
c 80 ºC.
d 85 ºC.
Question 19 Correct co-ordination between circuit conductors and an overcurrent protection device is
achieved when:
a In is not less than the design currentIb.
b In is less than the design current Ib.
c Ib is more than Iz.
d Iz is lower than or equal to Ib.
Question 20 Correct co-ordination between conductors and the circuit overcurrent protective device is
achieved when:
a In is less than Ib.
b In does not exceed It.
c I2 does not exceed 1.45 IZ.
d Ib exceeds IZ.
Question 21 Except for equipment for which an appropriate product standard specifies requirements, a
luminaire shall be kept at an adequate distance from combustible materials. Unless otherwise
recommended by the manufacturer, a small spotlight or a projector rated at over 100 W and up to 300 W
shall be installed at the following minimum distances from combustible materials.
a 0.3M
b 0.5M.
c 0.8M.
d 1.1M
Question 22 A 6A BS EN 61009 RCBO with a maximum value of earth fault loop impedance of 1.82Ω is type
a A
b B
c C
d D.
Question 23 An undervoltage device has operated and restoring the supply may cause danger. The
reclosure of this device should be
a automatic when under the supervision of a competent person
b manually operated
c Automatic no supervision needed
d automatic with time delay.
Question 24 A SELV source can be derived from which one of the following?
a Double-wound transformer
b Autotransformer
c Safety isolating transformer
d Step-up transformer
Question 25 In locations with increased risks of fire, motors which are automatically or remotely
controlled, or which are not continuously supervised, shall be protected against excessive temperature by
a a protective device that is automatically reset
b a protective device with manual reset
c electronic monitoring equipment that resets
d electronic monitoring equipment that restarts the motor.
Question 26 A BS 88-3-C 32 A fuse with U0 of 230 V has a maximum tabulated Zs for 5 seconds disconnection
of
a 1.70 ohm
b 1.04ohm
c 1.60ohm
d 1.84ohm
Question 27 When cables are placed directly in the ground they should be buried at a depth:
c sufficient to allow easy access.
d of not less than 1.5m.
Question 28 Which of the following may be used to provide emergency switching for a motor:
a a plug and socket.
b a luminaire connections devise.
c a device which latches in the OFF position.
d a key switch.
Question 29 BS 5839 deals with the system design, installation and servicing of:
a low power supply sources.
b emergency escape lighting.
c fire alarms systems.
d generator supply sources.
Question 30 An industrial board supplies
4 x TP motors
2 x TP&N motors
4 x single phase ring circuits
2 x single phase lighting circuits
how many live conductors are there.
a 40
b 22
c 38
d 44
Question 31 A cable concealed in a wall outside the prescribed zones at a depth of less than 50 mm must
a not be installed
b be enclosed in unearthed conduit
c be enclosed in earthed metallic conduit
d be protected by a 500 mARCD.
Question 32 Which of the following is the symbol for a "class P" thermally protected independent lamp
ballast permitted for mounting on a flammable surface?
Question 33 A permanent warning notice must be fixed at or near the point of connection of every earthing
conductor to an earth electrode bearing the words:
a Safety Electrical Connection – Do Not Remove.
b Earth Bonding – Danger.
c Safety Electrical Earth – Do Not Remove.
d Electrical Connection – Danger.
Question 34 Cables and equipment in circuits feeding motors shall be suitable for a current of at least:
a the full-load current rating of the motor.
b half the full-load current rating of the motor.
c twice the full-load current rating of the motor.
d four times the full-load current rating of the motor.
Question 35 Accessible street furniture enclosures containing live parts shall only be opened using a:
a key or tool.
b ladder.
c insulated screwdriver.
d harness.
Question 36 An RCD that is installed for protection against the risk of fire where combustible materials
are stored shall be
a installed at the farthest point of the circuit
b installed at the origin of the circuit
c arranged to switch line conductors
d rated at 500mA.
Question 37 A firefighter's switch shall be provided in the low voltage circuit supplying exterior electrical
installations and interior discharge lighting operating at
a a voltage exceeding low voltage
b low voltage
c voltage band II
d medium voltage.
Question 38 In a ELV circuit what is the correct colour codes for the Line and Mid-wire
a red, blue
b black, blue
c orange, Blue
d all of the above
Question 39 A radial final circuit feeding socket-outlets supplying several items of data processing
equipment has a total protective conductor current in normal service of 18 mA. This circuit must have a
high integrity protective conductor
a of cross-sectional area less than 10 mm2
b connected as a ring
c controlled by an isolator
d enclosed in insulated conduit only.
Question 40 When selecting equipment for an installation, the person who makes the final decision over its
safety would be the
a representative of a regional supply company
b representative of a national inspection body
c designer or other person responsible
d inspector and tester.
Question 41 The minimum information contained on a periodic inspection and testing notice would be the
a date of inspection and inspector's name
b date of next inspection and client's name
c date of last inspection and recommended date of next inspection
d company's address and date of next inspection.
Question 42 612.3.2 - The minimum insulation resistance between conductors for an PELV circuit is:
a 0.25 MΩ.
b 0.5 MΩ.
c 1.0 MΩ.
d 2.0 MΩ.
Question 43 With regard to determining the frequency of periodic inspection and testing of an installation,
which of the following does not need to be considered:
a results of previous reports.
b the installation use.
c the frequency of maintenance.
d the quality of the test instruments.
Question 44 Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to periodic inspection:
a. To provide for the safety of persons and livestock against the effects of electric shock and burns
b. To provide for confirmation of correct rating and setting of monitoring devices
c. To provide for confirmation of correct rating and setting of protective devices required by chap 41
d. To provide for the identification of installation defects and non-compliances with respect of BS EN 61009
Question 45 BS 7671 recommends that test equipment being used in an explosive atmosphere comply with:
a BS EN 60079
b BS EN 61557
c BS 5839-1
d BS EN 60238
Question 46 Which of the following is the designated symbol for a high pressure sodium lamp with an
internal starting device?
Question 47 When carrying out an inspection of a new installation, it is not necessary to verify the
a total earth fault loop impedance for each circuit
b connection of conductors
c methods of protection against electric shock
d presence of diagrams, instructions and similar information.
Question 48 In a location containing a bath or shower supplementary bonding may be omitted, amongst
other conditions, where: :
a all final circuits have additional RCD protection.
b main equipotential bonding is not required.
c automatic disconnection of most final circuits of the location comply with Regulation 411.3.2.
d luminaires are situated outside the Zones.
Question 49 For an agricultural location, in order to provide automatic disconnection of supply in circuits
other than socket-outlet circuits, a disconnection device shall be installed having a maximum rated residual
operating current of
a 30mA
b 100mA
c 300mA
d 500mA.
Question 50 On caravan sites, overhead conductors in areas subject to vehicle movement shall be placed at
a minimum height above ground of:
a 2.5 m.
b 3.5 m.
c 6.0m.
d 8.0m.
Question 51 A PV convertor shall have a switch-disconnector provided on:
a the a.c. side.
b the d.c. side.
c the a.c. and d.c. sides.
d neither the a.c. nor the d.c. sides.
Question 52 Which of the following systems shall not be used to supply a fair ground:
a TN-S.
b TN-C-S .
c TT.
d PME.
Question 53 In a sauna which one of the zones has no special requirements concerning the heat resistance
of the equipment:
a 1.
b 2.
c 3.
d 4.
Question 54 Electrical equipment installed outside in caravan parks shall be protected against mechanical
stresses to a minimum of:
a AG3.
b AD4.
c AE2.
d AD3.
Question 55 the maximum length of a flexible cord or cable for a caravan connection is
a 1.8m
b 6m
c 10m
d 25m.
Question 56 In a swimming pool or other basin, the metallic covering or sheath of a wiring system in zones
0, 1 or 2 shall
a not be used
b not be earthed
c be connected to the supplementary bonding
d have reinforced insulation.
Question 57 Electric dodgems shall only be operated at voltages not exceeding
a 120Va.c.or50Vd.c.
b 50Va.c.or120Vd.c.
c 110 V a.c. reduced low voltage
d 1000Va.c.oM500Vd.c.
Question 58 In the new colouring system the neutral in a three-phase a.c. system will be:
a brown
b red
c black
d blue
Question 59 I2 cannot be greater than 1.45 lz when the overcurrent device
a is providing overload protection
b is a circuit-breaker
c is rated at over 100 A
d is providing fault current protection only.
Question 60 On a ring final circuit how many sockets can be wired from an FCU connected directly into to
the ring
a. There is no limit
b. Should feed one single or double socket
c. Dependent upon the load characteristics and diversity
d. FCU should only feed fixed equipment only
61. A, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
62. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
63. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
64. C, Ref: BS7671: 132.2
65. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
66. D, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
67. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
68. C, Ref: BS7671: 341.1
69. D, Ref: BS7671: 301.1
70. C, Ref: BS7671: 643.7.3.201
71. A, Ref: BS7671: 314.2
72. B, Ref: BS7671: 341.1
73. C, Ref: BS7671: 411.1
74. B, Ref: BS7671: 414.3
75. C, Ref: BS7671: 416.2.1
76. B, Ref: BS7671: Fig 3A4
77. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.5
78. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 42.1
79. A, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.1
80. C, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.1
81. C, Ref: BS7671: 422.4.2
82. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.3
83. B, Ref: BS7671: 445.1.5
84. C, Ref: BS7671: 414.3
85. B, Ref: BS7671: 422.3.7
86. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.4
87. A, Ref: BS7671: 522.8.10
88. C, Ref: BS7671: 537.3.3.
89. C, Ref: BS7671: App A
90. A, (4x3)+(2x4)+(4x4)+(2x2)=40
91. C, Ref: BS7671: 522.6.204
92. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 55.3
93. A, Ref: BS7671: 514.13.1
94. A, Ref: BS7671: 552.1.1
95. A, Ref: BS7671: 714.411.2.201
96. B, Ref: BS7671: 532.2
97. A, Ref: BS7671: 537.4.2
98. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 51
99. B, Ref: BS7671: 543.7.2.201
100. C, Ref: BS7671: 133.1.1
101. C, Ref: BS7671: 514.12.1
102. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
103. D, Ref: BS7671: 652
104. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 51
105. A, Ref: BS7671: 643.1
106. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 55.3
107. A, Ref: BS7671: 642
108. A, Ref: BS7671: 701.415.2
109. C, Ref: BS7671:705.411.1
110. C, Ref: BS7671: 708.521.7.3
111. B, Ref: BS7671:712.537.2.2.5
112. D , Ref: BS7671: 740.411.4.1
113. B, Ref: BS7671: 703.512.2
114. A, Ref: BS7671: 708.512.2.1.3
115. D, Ref: BS7671: 708.533.1.14
116. C, Ref: BS7671: 702.522.2.21
117. B, Ref: BS7671: 740.55.9
118. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 7A
119. A, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.1
120. C, Ref: BS7671: Fig 15A
Name: _________________________
Question 1 Electrical installation design shall take into account
a electromagnetic disturbances
b direct lightning strikes
c current world copper prices
d local authority planning approval.
Question 2 The Regulations are designed to protect:
a. Persons, property and livestock
b. Persons and livestock only
c. Persons and property only
d. Persons only
Question 3 BS 7671 provides requirements for safety against the risk of
a electric shock on an aircraft
b shock currents on board ships
c fire on offshore installations
d shock currents in electrical installations.
Question 4 Which one of the following types of electrical installation is not covered by BS 7671?
a High protective conductor current installations
b Lightning protection of buildings
c Conducting locations with restricted movement
d Highway power supplies
Question 5 The symbol used to show that a BS 88 device has a motor circuit application is
a gG
b gM
c lz
d I2.
Question 6 gM is a category of BS 88 fuses used in:
a motor circuit applications.
b general circuit applications.
c heating circuit applications.
d mixed circuit applications.
Question 7 The symbol for rated current of a protective device is
a Ib
b ln
c lt
d la.
Question 8 The requirements for overload current protection are met when:
a Ib = 15A, In = 20A, Iz = 18A.
b Ib = 20A, In = 15A, Iz = 20A.
c Ib = 8A, In = 15A, Iz = 16A.
d Ib = 2.5A, In = 10A, Iz = 9A.
Question 10 Diversity may be taken into account when considering
a maximum demand of the installation
b a TN-C-S system
c the prospective short-circuit fault current
d the number of final circuits.
Question 11 every installation must be divided into circuits as necessary in order to
a reduce the cost of installation
b make installation easier
c install a cooker
d facilitate safe inspection, testing and maintenance.
considered is that
Question 13 which of the following is classed as a condition of evacuation in an emergency
a Fire
b Flooding
c C1
d BD4
Question 14 Protection against overvoltages of atmospheric origin is set out in Section:
a 422.
b 443.
c 445.
d 514.
Question 15 table 3A2 What will be the operating time for a 60A BS 3036 protective device on a
distribution circuit when the value of fault current is 205A on a TN systems:
a 0.2 seconds.
b 0.4 seconds.
c 0.8 seconds.
d 5.0 seconds.
Question 16 the current rating of a BS 3036 fuse should not exceed that of the lowest rated conductor in
the circuit multiplied by:
a 2.0.
b 1.5.
c 1.45.
d 0.725.
Question 17 Prevention of a shock by touching a metallic part not normally live but made live under fault
conditions is called:
a fault protection.
b basic protection.
c indirect contact.
d direct contact.
Question 18 In a TN system with a voltage not exceeding 230V, for final circuits exceeding 32A the
disconnection time is limited to:
a 0.2s.
b 0.4s.
c 1.0s.
d 5.0s.
achieved when:
a In exceeds the lowest current carrying capacity Iz.
b Ib is less than the nominal current In.
c Ib is less than Iz.
Question 20 A 230V 13A socket radial circuit is protected by a Type B 20A mcb to BS EN 60898. The
maximum value of earth fault loop impedance to ensure compliance with shock constraints is:
a 2.19 Ω.
b 2.87 Ω.
c 1.15 Ω.
d 2.40 Ω.
Question 21 To meet the requirements of BS 7671, all device that protect against only overload current ,
must be capable of:
a operating at their rated current.
b operating at a current lower that their rated current.
c withstanding the prospective short-circuit current at that point in the installed.
d not operating during a short-circuit fault.
Question 22 Which is a method of fault protection
a out of reach
b protective earthing and protective equipotential bonding
c Obstacles
d Insulation of live parts
Question 23 The maximum disconnection time for a circuit supplied by a reduced low voltage system using a
110 V midpoint earthed transformer is
a 0.2 second
b 0.4 second
c 1 second
d 5 seconds.
enclosure of this device should be
b manually operated
c possible only with the use of a key or tool
Question 25 A 32 A type B circuit-breaker is used to give a disconnection time of 5 seconds in a reduced low
voltage system with a nominal voltage to Earth (Uo) of 55 V. What is the maximum value of earth fault
loop impedance (Zs)?
a 0.44 Ω
b 0.33 Ω
c 0.17 Ω
d 0.09 Ω
Question 26 Where arcs, sparks or particles at high temperature may be emitted by fixed equipment in
normal service, the equipment shall be
a totally enclosed in arc-resistant material
b protected by a 30 mA RCD
c enclosed to at least IP55
d accessible only by use of a key or tool.
Question 27 Circuits feeding fixed equipment used in highway power supplies shall have a maximum
disconnection time of:
a 0.2 seconds.
b 0.4 seconds.
c 2.0 seconds.
d 5.0 seconds.
Question 28 When cables are placed directly in the ground they should be buried at a depth:
c of not less than 2.0 m.
d sufficient to allow access.
Question 29 A means of isolation may be installed remote from the equipment if:
a it is fitted with non-interchangeable keys.
b the isolator can be secured in the open position.
c it is in full view of people working on the equipment.
d it is hand operated and a visual display is activated near the equipment.
Question 30 What is the value for ‘k’ when calculating the csa of a protective conductor is steel ducting
using 700c thermoplastic:
a 44.
b 52.
c 47.
d 58.
Question 31 Circuits supplied by a generator set which is not permanently fixed Notes shall have
additional protection by a
a BS 88 device only
b 3OmA RCD
c lOOmA RCD
d 5OOmA RCD.
Question 32 A DC wiring system installed to supply a safety service requires what sort of over current
protection mechanism.
a short-circuit
b earth fault
c Two-pole
d single-pole
Question 33 Which of the following methods of protection against indirect contact is allowed in highway
power supplies and equipment:
a non-conducting locations.
b earth-free equipotential bonding.
c ADS.
d placing out of reach.
Question 34 Which one of the following devices may be used for functional switching:
a a 13A socket outlet and plug.
b a 60A d.c. isolator.
c a 13 A fuse.
d 32A tp isolator.
Question 35 Cable surrounded by thermal insulation for a length of 100mm shall have a derating factor of:
a 0.88.
b 0.78.
c 0.63.
d 0.51.
Question 36 If the construction of equipment is unsuited to the external influences of its location, it should
be
a given a plastic coating
b given a zinc finish
c provided with additional protection during erection
d supplied by SELV only.
Question 37 Switch off for mechanical maintenance may not be achieved by which of the following:
a Multipole switch
b single pole switch
c control and protective switching device
d plug and socket-outlet
Question 38 A static type uninterruptible power supply source shall comply with
a BS3036
b BS1361
c BS EN 60898
d BS EN 62040.
Question 39 Unless otherwise confirmed as suitable, switchgear, protective devices and accessories shall
not be connected to conductors intended to operate at a temperature in excess of
a 30 °C
b 50 °C
c 70 °C
d 90 °C.
Question 40 When conductors are identified by numbers, the neutral shall be identified by the number
a 0
b 4
c 5
d 14.
Question 41 A simple method to allow for measured values of loop impedance to be effectively compared
with tabulated maximum values is to correct these maximum values by multiplying them by
a 0.75
b 0.8
c 1.2
d 1.8.
Question 42 Electrical equipment installed above a swimming pool diving board should be fixed at a height
of not less than
a. 1.5m
b. 2.0m
c. 2.5m
d. 3.0m
Question 43 Put the following the following four tests in the order in which they should be carried out: 1-
insulation resistance 2 - prospective fault current 3 - polarity 4 - continuity of protective conductors:
a 4,1,3,2.
b 2,1,4,3.
c 3,4,2,1.
d 2,1,3,4.
Question 44 Prospective fault current is recorded using the highest value determined from the prospective
a short circuits and earth leakage currents
b short circuit and earth fault currents
c earth leakage and breaking capacity currents
d breaking capacity and earth fault currents.
Question 45 When carrying out a visual inspection of an electrical installation,which one of the following
does not have to be verified?
a The methods of protection against electric shock
b The electricity supplier
c The connection of conductors
d The presence of undervoltage protective devices
Question 46 An insulation resistance test is to be carried out on a 3-phase 400 V circuit. The test voltage
and minimum acceptable reading would be
a 250Va.candO.5MΩ
b 500Vd.c.and0.5MΩ
c 500Vd.c.and1 MΩ
d 800Vd.candO.5Ω
Question 47 Which one of the following protective measures is not applicable to equipment in Zone 2 of a
swimming pool:
a individual protection by electrical separation.
b protection by obstacles.
c SELV.
d protection by an RCD in accordance with Regulation 415.1.1.
Question 48 Within a conducting location with restricted movement, supplies to 110 V mobile equipment
must provide protection against electric shock by the use of
a electrical separation
b Class II protection
c obstacles
d PELV.
Question 49 The minimum cross sectional area for a cable carrying up to 25A in a caravan shall be:
a 2.5mm2.
b 4mm2.
c 6mm2.
d 10mm2.
Question 50 In marinas, equipment installed above a jetty and where it might be subject to water splashes
shall have a degree of ingress protection to at least:
a IPX4.
b IPX5.
c IPX6.
d IPX7.
Question 51 If cleaning by use of water jets in a room containing a sauna heater electrical equipment shall
have a degree of protection against ingress of at least:
a IP5X.
b IP X5.
c IP4X.
d IPX4.
Question 52 In agricultural premises an RCD may be used for protection against fire. The current rating
should not exceed:
a 30 mA.
b 100 mA.
c 300 mA.
d 500 mA.
Question 53 Overhead conductors in marinas where there is no vehicle movement must be at a height no
less than:
a 2.0m.
b 2.5m.
c 3.0m.
d 3.5m.
Question 54 Any cable intended to supply temporary exhibition structures shall have, at its origin, an RCD
having a maximum rated residual operating current of
a 30mA
b 100mA
c 300mA
d 500mA.
Question 55 The requirements of Section 704 of BS 7671 apply to
a cloakrooms
b offices
c construction and demolition site installations
d toilets.
Question 56 For an electric floor heating system in a bathroom, a fine mesh metallic grid is not required to
be connected to the protective conductor of the supply circuit if the protective measure used is
a SELV
b electrical separation -
c a non-conducting location
d an earth-free equipotential zone.
Question 57 The maximum value of voltage drop for lighting in a low voltage installation supplied from a
public distribution system is
a 3%
b 4%
c 5%
d 6%.
Question 58 The ambient air temperature rating factor for 90 °C thermosetting cables operating in an
ambient air temperature of 60 °C is
a 0.50
b 0.56
c 0.63
d 0.71.
Question 59 A final circuit is the wiring between

a. supply company's fuse and the energy meter
b. main switch and the distribution board
c. distribution board and current using equipment
d. supply company's fuse and the remotest outlet point
Question 60 Final circuits exceeding 32A, in agricultural premises, should be protected by
E. A 100mA RCD
F. A 300mA RCD
G. A 500mA RCD
H. A 10mA RCD
121. A, Ref: BS7671: 131.6.4
122. A, Ref: BS7671: 131.1
123. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.2
124. B, Ref: BS7671: 110.2
125. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
126. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
127. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
128. C, Ref: BS7671: App 4.4
129. C, Ref: BS7671: 313.1
130. A, Ref: BS7671: 311.1
131. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
132. B, Ref: BS7671: 341.1
133. D, Ref: BS7671: 422.2
134. B, Ref: BS7671: 443
135. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 3A2
136. D, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.202
137. A, Ref: BS7671: 411.1
138. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
139. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
140. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.3
141. C, Ref: BS7671: 432.2
142. B, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.1
143. D, Ref: BS7671:411.8.3
144. B, Ref: BS7671: 445.1.5
145. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.6
146. A, Ref: BS7671: 421.1.3
147. D, Ref: BS7671:714.411.202
148. A, Ref: BS7671: 522.8.10
149. B, Ref: BS7671: 462.3
150. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 54.5
151. B, Ref: BS7671: 511.4.4.2
152. C, Ref: BS7671: 560.8.4
153. C, Ref: BS7671: 714.4
154. A, Ref: BS7671: 537.3.1.2
155. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 52.2
156. C, Ref: BS7671: 512.2.2
157. B, Ref: BS7671: 537.3.2.2
158. D, Ref: BS7671: 560.6.12
159. C, Ref: BS7671: 512.1.5
160. A, Ref: BS7671: 514.5.4
161. B, Ref: BS7671: App 3
162. C, Ref: BS7671: Fig 702.1
163. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 6
164. B, Ref: BS7671:643.7.3.201
165. B, Ref: BS7671: 642
166. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
167. B, Ref: BS7671: 702.410.3.5
168. A, Ref: BS7671: 706.410.3.10
169. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 721
170. A, Ref: BS7671: 709.512.2.1.1
171. B, Ref: BS7671: 703.512.2
172. C, Ref: BS7671: 705.422.7
173. D, Ref: BS7671: 709.521.1.8
174. C, Ref: BS7671: 711.410.3.4
175. C, Ref: BS7671: 704.1
176. A, Ref: BS7671: 701.753
177. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 4Ab
178. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 4B1
179. C, Ref: BS7671: App 15
180. A, Ref: BS7671: 705.411.1
Name: _________________________
Question 1 BS 7671 relates to permanent and temporary installations for equipment on:
a marinas.
b ships.
c equipment on aircraft.
d railway traction equipment.
Question 2 Which of the following is listed with the exclusions from the scope at the Regulations:
a. Swimming pools
b. Saunas
c. Highway power supplies and street furniture
d. Suppliers works
Question 3 Which one of the following is not a statutory regulation?
a Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 as amended
b The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 as amended
c Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671)
d Agricultural (Stationary Machinery) Regulations
Question 4 The selection of the type of wiring and method of installation is not influenced by
a the nature of the location
b the load current
c the value of the prospective short-circuit current
d the nature of the structure supporting the wiring.
Question 5 An area or temporary structure used for display, marketing or sales is defined as
a a booth
b a stand
c an exhibition
d a show.
Question 6 gM is a category of BS 88 fuses used in:
a motor circuit applications.
b general circuit applications.
c heating circuit applications.
d mixed circuit applications.
Question 7 A corridor containing supporting structures for cables and joints and/or other elements of
wiring systems, the dimensions of which allow persons to pass freely throughout the entire length, is
known as
a an access pathway
b a cable tunnel
c an access throughway
d cable ducting.
Question 9 The requirements for overload current protection are met when:
a Ib = 15A, In = 20A, Iz = 18A.
b Ib = 20A, In = 15A, Iz = 20A.
c Ib = 8A, In = 15A, Iz = 16A.
d Ib = 2.5A, In = 10A, Iz = 9A.
Question 10 Diversity may be taken into account when considering
a maximum demand of the installation
b a TN-C-S system
c the prospective short-circuit fault current
d the number of final circuits.
Question 11 Every installation must be divided into circuits as necessary in order to
a reduce the cost of installation
b make installation easier
c install a cooker
d facilitate safe inspection, testing and maintenance.
considered is that
Question 13 BS 7671 details the requirements for switching off for mechanical maintenance. Which of the
following devices would not satisfy these requirements?
a. A control switch operating a contactor
b. A circuit breaker
c. Single pole switch
d. A multipole switch
Question 14 Protection against overvoltages of atmospheric origin is set out in Section:
a 422.
b 443.
c 445.
d 514.
Question 15 table 41.1 What will be the operating time for a 60A BS 3036 protective device when the value
of fault current is 205A:
a 0.2 seconds.
b 0.4 seconds.
c 0.8 seconds.
d 5.0 seconds.
Question 16 The current rating of a BS 3036 fuse should not exceed that of the lowest rated conductor in
the circuit multiplied by:
a 2.0.
b 1.5.
c 1.45.
d 0.725.
Question 17 Prevention of a shock by touching a metallic part not normally live but made live under fault
conditions is called:
a fault protection.
b basic protection.
c indirect contact.
d direct contact.
Question 18 In a 230V TN system, for final circuits exceeding 32A the disconnection time is limited to:
a 0.2s.
b 0.4s.
c 1.0s.
d 5.0s.
achieved when:
a In exceeds the lowest current carrying capacity Iz.
b In is less than the design current Ib.
c Ib is less than Iz.
Question 20 table 41.1 - All final circuits supplied at 230V TT system and not exceeding 32A shall have a
maximum disconnection time not exceeding:
a 0.2s.
b 0.4s.
c 0.8s.
d 5.0s.
Question 21 Which is a method of fault protection
1 Equipotential bonding
2 Reinforced insulation
3 Obstacles
4 Insulation of live parts
Question 22 The maximum disconnection time for a circuit supplied by a reduced low voltage system using a
110 V midpoint earthed transformer is
a 0.2 second
b 0.4 second
c 1 second
d 5 seconds.
reclosure of this device should be
b manually operated
c possible only with the use of a key or tool
Question 24 A 32 A type B circuit-breaker is used to give a disconnection time of 5 seconds in a reduced low
voltage system with a nominal voltage to Earth (Uo) of 55 V. What is the maximum value of earth fault
loop impedance (Zs)?
a 0.44 Ω
b 0.33 Ω
c 0.17 Ω
d 0.09 Ω
Question 27 Where particular risks of fire exist, the classification for high density occupation areas
with easy conditions of evacuation is
a BD1
b BD2
c BD3
d BD4.
Question 28 A factory requires repairs to a machine. The type of switching to allow this work to go ahead
would be switching for:
a mechanical cleaning.
b emergency switching.
c mechanical maintenance.
d functional switching.
Question 29 Barriers and enclosures shall, during erection, be protected against ingress to a minimum of:
a IP1X.
b IP2X.
c IP3X.
d IP4X.
Question 30 As a means of isolation in a circuit it is NOT permissible to use a:
a luminaire connection device.
b semi-conductor switch.
c fireman’s switch.
d plug and socket outlet.
E. design current of the circuit
F. nominal rating of the protective device
G. maximum demand of the installation
H. current carrying capacity of the cable
Question 32 When determining design current, the correction factor that is applied to a BS3036 Semi
enclosed fuse is
E. 0.752
F. 0.527
G. 0.725
H. 1.725
Question 33 In the expression s = √( I2t) / k the symbol 'k' represents:
a the fault current.
b a factor applied to conductor materials.
c the minimum size of the cpc.
d the time the fault current exists.
Question 34 Every firepersons switch should be:
a coloured RED with the OFF position at the top.
b coloured BLUE with the OFF position at the top.
c coloured RED with the ON position at the top.
d coloured BLUE with the OFF position at the top.
Question 35 The maximum height a firepersons switch may be situated above the ground is:
a 2.5 m.
b 2.75 m.
c 3.25 m.
d 3.5 m.
Question 36 Which one of the following is required to be considered when assessing the general
characteristics of an electrical installation?
a. The electrician's qualifications
b. Diversity
c. Switchgear rating
d. Maintainability
Question 37 A permanent label to BS 951 bearing the words 'Safety Electrical Connection-Do Not Remove'is
not required at
a the connection of every earthing conductor to an earth electrode
b the point of connection of every bonding conductor to an
extraneous-conductive-part
c the main earth terminal, where separate from the main switchgear
d a main earthing bar contained within switchgear.
Question 38 If an area within an installation undergoes a 10 °C rise in ambient temperature, the effect on
the current-carrying capacity of cables will be to
a decrease the value of lz
b increase the value of lz
c leave lz unchanged
d decrease the fault current by 10 per cent.
Question 39 Where an autotransformer is connected to a circuit having a neutral conductor, the common
terminal of the winding shall be connected to the
a neutral conductor
b line conductor
c protective conductor
d bonding conductor.
Question 40 A 70 °C thermoplastic insulated and sheathed cable to BS 6004 is installed in an ambient
temperature of 25 °C for part of the run and then enters an area at 40 °C. The effect on the cable will be to
a require clips at greater intervals
b reduce the voltage drop
c increase the bending radius
d decrease its current-carrying capacity.
Question 41 Which one of the following devices would not be suitable to provide overcurrent protection?
a Residual current device to BS 4293
b Cartridge fuse to BS 1362
c Cartridge fuse to BS 88-6
d Rewirable fuse to BS 3036
Question 42 Which of the following is not a BS 7671 requirement when installing a heating cable laid
directly in soil?
a It is completely embedded in the soil
b It does not suffer damage in the event of normal movement
c It complies with the manufacturer's instructions
d It is protected by a 500 mARCD
Question 43 The test voltage and minimum insulation resistance value for a ' PELV circuit is
a 250 V, 1 Ω
b 500V, 0.5 MΩ
c 230V, 1 MΩ
d 250V, 0.5 MΩ
Question 44 Certain information must be made available to persons carrying out inspection and testing of
an installation before the testing commences. One such item of information would be
a the name of the client
b the name of the person who designed the installation
c the length of cable runs in the installation
d any circuit or equipment vulnerable to a typical test.
Question 45 The minimum allowed test value of insulation resistance for a circuit supplied at 230 V is:
a 0.25 MΩ.
b 0.5 MΩ.
c 1.0 MΩ.
d 2.0 MΩ.
Question 46 For SELV and PELV circuits the separation of live parts from those of other circuits must be
confirmed by
a inspection
b measurement
c calculation
d enquiry.
Question 44 Certain information must be made available to persons carrying out inspection and testing of
an installation before the testing commences. One such item of information would be
a the name of the client
b the name of the person who designed the installation
c the length of cable runs in the installation
d any circuit or equipment vulnerable to a typical test.
Question 47 When an addition is made to an existing installation, the contractor shall record on the
Electrical Installation Certificate or the Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate any
a changes in ownership
b records of repair over the last five years
c defects in the existing installation
d voltage drop in the longest circuit.
I. design current of the circuit
J. nominal rating of the protective device
K. maximum demand of the installation
L. current carrying capacity of the cable
Question 49 Equipment installed on a pontoon located in a marina, which is likely to be subjected to
splashes, shall have a degree of protection at least
a IPX3
b IPX4
c IPX5
d IPX6.
Question 50 Where an electric heating element is embedded in the floor of a bathroom it should be:
a covered by an earthed metal grid.
b buried to a depth not less than 50 mm.
c double insulated.
d supplied from an ELV source.
Question 51 Which of the following statements regarding Section 740 is incorrect:
a RCDs not exceeding 300mA shall be provided at the origin of the installation.
b The nominal supply voltage shall not exceed 230V/400V a.c.
c RCDs are not required for circuits protected by electrical separation.
d RCDs are required to protect socket-outlets rated greater than 32A.
a. in such a way that it can be rapidly and effectively operated
b. in such a way that it can be easily recognized and effectively and rapidly operated for immediate
interruption of the supply
c. closer to the power supply
d.in such a way that it can be easily recognized
should not exceed:
a 30 mA.
b 100 mA.
c 300 mA.
d 500 mA.
Question 54 Local supplementary bonding in a bathroom may be connected
a near the origin of the installation at the consumer unit
b close to the entry of extraneous-conductive-parts to the room
c to non-metallic water service pipes
d to ceramic bath or shower basins.
Question 55 Which of the following is regarded as a mobile or transportable unit?
a Mobile generating sets
b Mobile medical services unit
c Motor caravan
d Mobile machinery
Question 56 In locations where livestock is kept, for all circuits other than socket-outlet circuits, an RCD
shall be provided with a rating not exceeding
a 500mA
b 300mA
c 100mA
d 30mA.
Question 57 Access to the space under a bath is gained by unscrewing the bath panel retaining clips. This
space is classified as
a zone 0
b zone 1
c outside the zones
d zone 2.
Question 58 app7 - The positive and negative conductors in two-wire unearthed d.c. power circuits are
identified by the colours:
a red and black.
b red and blue.
c brown and grey.
d brown and black.
Question 59 The ambient air temperature rating factor for 90 °C thermosetting cables operating in an
ambient air temperature of 60 °C is
a 0.50
b 0.56
c 0.63
d 0.71.
Question 60 Multicore cables on a perforated tray are covered by reference method:
a A.
b C.
c E.
d G.
181. A, Ref: BS7671: 110.1.1
182. D, Ref: BS7671: 110.2
183. C, Ref: BS7671: 114.1
184. D, Ref: BS7671: 132.7
185. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
186. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
187. B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
188. C, Ref: BS7671: 313.1
189. C, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.1
190. A, Ref: BS7671: 311.1
191. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
192. B, Ref: BS7671: 341.1
193. C, Ref: BS7671: 537.3.2.2
194. B, Ref: BS7671: 443
195. D, Ref: BS7671: Fig 3A2(A)
196. D, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.202
197. A, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
198. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
199. C, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.1
200. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.2
201. A, Ref: BS7671: 411.1
202. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.8.3
203. B, Ref: BS7671: 445.1.5
204. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.6
205. A, Ref: BS7671: 421.1.3
206. A, Ref: BS7671: 421.1.3
207. C, Ref: BS7671: 422.2
208. C, Ref: BS7671: 464.1
209. B, Ref: BS7671: 416.2.1
210. B, Ref: BS7671: 537.2.1
211. B, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 5.1.1
212. C, Ref: BS7671: 433.1.202
213. B, Ref: BS7671: 543.1.3
214. A, Ref: BS7671: 537.4
215. B, Ref: BS7671: 537.4.2.2
216. D, Ref: BS7671: 301.1
217. D, Ref: BS7671: 514.13.1
218. A, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 2.1
219. A, Ref: BS7671: 555.1.1
220. D, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 2.1
221. A, Ref: BS7671: 432.4
222. D, Ref: BS7671: 554.4.3
223. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
224. D, Ref: BS7671: 514.9.1, 641.4
225. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
226. B, Ref: BS7671: 643.4.1, 643.4.2
227. C, Ref: BS7671: 132.16
228. B, Ref: BS7671: App 4, 5.1.1
229. B, Ref: BS7671: 709.512.2.1.1
230. A, Ref: BS7671: 701.753
231. D, Ref: BS7671: 740
232. B, Ref: BS7671: 132.9
233. C, Ref: BS7671: 705.422.7
234. B, Ref: BS7671: 701.415.2
235. B, Ref: BS7671: 717.1
236. B, Ref: BS7671: 705.411.1
237. C, Ref: BS7671: 701.32.3
238. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 51
239. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 4B1
240. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 4A2
Name: _________________________
Question 1 Basic Protection and Fault Protection can be provided by a SELV supply. One is not a suitable
safety source of supply would be a
A. 50V Storage battery

B. 230V diesel generator
C. 230/110V single-phase generator
D. 230 /50V auto-transformer.
Question 2 Where a circuit forms part of a TN system, the maximum permissible earth fault loop
impedance (Z,) for a 13 amp 1362 fuse is
A 3.64 Ω
B 1.04Ω
C 1.5 Ω
D 2.0 Ω
Question 3 In the event of an earth fault on a TT supply, the Fault Protection requirements of the final
circuit supplying the 230 V stationary equipment are satisfied when disconnection occurs with in
A 0.4 s
B 0.2 s
C 1.0 s
D 5.0 s.
Question 4 An electric shock due to inadequate basic protection can be caused by
E. touching the case of a class II portable drill
F. brushing a phase conductor with your hand
G. the circuit protective conductor being touched under energisation
H. a person touching conduit under fault conditions
Question 5 Which one of the following is a non-statutory document?
A HSE GS38
B Electricity at work regulation 1989
C Electricity Safety Quality and Continuity Regulations
D BS7671 (2011)
Question 6 BS 7671 requires that the designer of a new installation shall
a. have at least three years experience
b. recommend the interval to the first periodic inspection and test
c. complete a periodic test report
d. have a copy of BS 7671
Question 7 The nominal rating of an overcurrent protective device should be
A not less than the design current
B greater than the current carrying capacity of the conductors
C 1.45 times the load current
D equal to the prospective short circuit current.
Question 8 As means of isolation in a circuit it is NOT permissible to use a
A double-pole switch fuse
B Fireman’s switch
C semi-conductor device
D a remotely switched contactor
Question 9 The end to end resistance of the line and neutral conductors on a 2.5mm/1.5mm PVC/PVC twin
and CPC cable, is measured as 0.45 Ω and 0.46 Ω, respectively. What would the expected end to end
resistance of the CPC be
A 0.46 ohms Ω
B 0.80 ohms Ω
C 0.90 ohms Ω
D 0.75 ohms Ω
Question 10 Suitable precaution shall be taken where either a reduction in voltage or a loss and
subsequent restoration of voltage
A in a routine event
B could cause danger
C occurs infrequently
D will not cause danger.
Question 11 With in a paper mill having a conduit wiring system, insulation fault protection must be
provided using an RCD having a residual operating current not exceeding
A 30 mA
B 300 mA
C 500 mA
D 750 mA
Question 12 Which one of the following is NOT a classification of external influence?
A Current rating
B Environmental conditions
C Construction of building
D Utilisation
Question 13 A Functional switching device shall be provided for
A Emergency Isolation
B each part of a circuit that may need to be controlled independently
C every socket outlet
D Shop front lighting exceeding low voltage
Question 14 Junction boxes must be accessible for inspection and maintenance. BS7671 allows for an
exception provided that they
A are recorded as a departure from the regulations
B are recorded as an installed drawing
C use maintenance free terminals
D are used on lighting circuits only
Question 15 Diversity factors may be applied to a circuit which is
A not expected to be continually fully loaded
B designed to carry its maximum load continually
C supplying thermostatically controlled water heaters
D supplying thermal storage heater
Question 16. Where an installation incorporates an r.c.d. the label at the origin of the installation must
indicate the maximum period between tests on the circuit r.c.d. is
A quarterly
B monthly
C annually
D Half year
Question 17. All fuses and circuits breakers shall have an indication of the
A name of the manufacture
B intended application
C model or BS number
D intended nominal current
Question 18 Where a TT system is in use, the preferred protective device is a
A Moulded Case Circuit Breaker
B residual current device
C BS 1361 Type 1 cartridge fuse link
D BS 88 HRC Fuse
Question 19 Which one of the following is excluded as a protective earth electrode?
A Underground structural metal work embedded in foundation
B Welded metal reinforcement of concrete embedded in the earth
C Earth plates
D Metalwork of public water services
Question 20 A steel earth conductor mechanically protected, but not protected against corrosion is
buried in soil. The minimum size of the earthing conductor is
A 4.0 mm2
B 16 mm2
C 25 mm2
D 50 mm2
Question 21 Except for equipment for which an appropriate product standard specifies requirements, a
luminaire shall be kept at an adequate distance from combustible materials. Unless otherwise
recommended by the manufacturer, a small spotlight or a projector rated at over 100 W and up to 300 W
shall be installed at the following minimum distances from combustible materials.
a 0.3M
b 0.5M.
c 0.8M.
d 1.1M
Question 22. All circuits supplying sockets outlets up to a rating of 32 A
A fuse having a suitable time/current characteristic
B Type B circuit breaker to BS EN 60898
C 30mA residual current device
D switch-disconnector to BS EN 60947-3
Question 23. The means of connection to a caravan pitch socket outlet, shall be a plug confirming to
A BS EN 60309-2
B BS EN 60309-20
C BS 1363-1
D BS 5733
Question 24. In order to reduce the effects of eddy currents when conductors enter a ferrous enclosure,
they should be so arranged that
A each conductor of an individual circuit takes approximately the same value of the current
B they are not collectively surrounded by the ferrous material

C they are terminated in the correct phase sequence
D they are physically separated from the conductor of the other circuits within the enclosure
Question 25 In agricultural and Horticultural premises all electrical wiring accessories shall have a
minimum rating of
A IPXXB
B IP44
C IPX6
D IPX7
Question 26 An RCD’s should be located only
A in plastic enclosure only
B at the origin of the supply
C so that its operation will not be impaired by magnetic fields caused by other equipment
D at a height of at least 450mm from the floor level
Question 27 Electrical equipment installed in Zones 1 and 2 of communal baths or communal showers,
where water jets are likely to be used for cleaning purposes, shall have a minimum degree of protection
against external influences of
A IPX3
B IPX4
C IPX5
D IPX6
Question 28 The recommended mounting height for electric hook ups on a tidal estuary is
A 450mm above the high tide line
B 600mm above the high tide line
C 1000mm above the high tide line
D 1250mm above the high tide line
Question 29 Where can the electrical connection (eg flex outlet plate) be sited for a sauna heater?
A Either Zones 1,2 or 3
B Zones 1 and 2
C Zones 1
D Zones 2
Question 30 What does the symbol represent?

A Suitable for use with Fluorescent lamps
B Faulty equipment
C Suitable for high pressure sodium
D Fairground Supply
Question 31 In an area where there is no vehicle movement on a caravan park, the minimum height for
overload cables is
A 3.5 m
B 6.0 m
C 7.5 m
D 8.0 m
Question 32 Basic & fault protection can be provided by
A Placing out of reach
B Automatic Disconnection of Supply
C Double Insulation
D Insulation of Live parts
Question 33 Equipment having a protective conductor exceeding 10mA shall be connected to the supply
by
A Either Permanent connection or BSEN 60309-2 plug and socket
B BSEN 60309-2 plug and socket only
C Permanent connection only
D 4mm cable or flex
Question 34 When carrying out an inspection in accordance with BS 7671, which one of the following
MUST be inspected
A The presence of fire barriers
B The prospective short circuit current
C The maximum permissible voltage drop
D Site applied insulation
Question 35 A legible diagram, chart or table relating to an insulation must be provided to indicate the
A route followed be each circuit
B earth fault loop impedance of the supply
C capacity of each distribution board
D type and composition of each circuit
Question 36 An R.C.D. protected socket outlet circuit is connected to a TT earthing system. Operating
the R.C.D.’s integral test button will verify
A the continuity of the main earthing conductor
B the effectiveness of the earth electrode
C the continuity of the final circuit protective conductors
D that the internal mechanism of the devise operates
Question 37 Where a given test result fails to comply with BS 7671 part 6, the procedure to adopt after
the fault has been rectified is that
A the test and those that follow should be repeated
B the whole sequence of tests should be repeated
C only the test that indicated the fault should be repeated
D the test that indicated the fault and those tests which may have been influenced by the fault
that preceded it should be repeated
Question 38 When testing a circuit of a 230v, the minimum value of insulation resistance to earth with
all fuses in place and all the line and neutral conductors connected together is
A 2 MΩ
B 1Ω
C 0.5 Ω
D 1 MΩ
Question 39 No alteration, temporary or permanent shall be made to an existing installation unless the
A electricity supplier has been informed
B local authority has been informed
C existing equipment is adequate for any additional load
D existing equipment meets BS and BS EN standards
Question 40 On completion of a new industrial installation, an electrical installation Certificate should be
signed by
A the owner or manager of the factory
B a skilled person or persons
C the legal department representing the owner of the premises
D the main building contractor
Question 41 The frequency of the periodic inspection and testing for an installation shall be determined
by the
A Supply company recommendations
B installation’s maximum demand
C nature of the supply
D type of installation
Question 42 When carrying a fault current of 205 A, a 60 A protective device to BS 3036 should operate
in
A 0.1s
B 0.4s
C 5.0s
D 500s
Question 43 The external influence having a classification of AD7 indicates
A humidity
B immersion in water
C dust in the atmosphere
D high levels of vibration
Question 44 A Minor Works Certificate should be issued
A when an additional circuit is connected to an existing installation
B for new installations connected to a single phase supplies of 100 A or less
C for alterations or additions that do not extend to the provision of a new circuit
D for new installations limited to domestic applications only
Question 45 An exception to Additional Protection as required by regulation 411.3.3 is when
A a documented risk assessment determines that RCD protection is not necessary
B supplementary bonding is installed
C the socket outlet and cable supplying are surface mounted
D the circuit is of a 16 amp radial type
Question 46 Which one of the following is not a benefit of dividing the installation up into a number of
final circuits is to
A mitigate the effect of electromagnetic interference
B prevent the indirect energising of a circuit intended to be isolated
C avoid hazards and minimise the inconvenience in the event of a fault
D make testing easier
Question 47 Uo is correctly defined as the
A The output voltage of the supplying distribution transformer
B The nominal a.c. rms Line voltage to Earth
C The declared voltage in the UK and Ireland
D Single phase supply voltage
Question 48 A Line conductor is typical defined as
A A conductor in an a.c. system other than a neutral or cpc
B A conductor in an a.c. system including the neutral but excluding the cpc
C one phase of a three phase system
D A conductor in an a.c. system other than neutral or cpc or equivalent in a d.c. system, unless
otherwise defined
Question 49 For a 230V system what is the permitted tolerance for supply voltage acceptable by CENELEC
A 3% and 5 %acceptable
B 10% /6% not acceptable
C +10%/-6% not acceptable
D +15%/-5% acceptable
Question 50 Which of the following best describes a Protective Bonding Conductor?
A 16mm conductor from CCU to MET
B 10mm conductor to incoming water pipe
C 16mm conductor between hot and cold water pipes
D 16mm conductors from the MET to and earth electrode
Question 51 Part 6 of BS7671 2018 deals with
A Special Locations
B Inspection and Testing
C Protection against over-current
D Earthing
should not exceed:
a 30 mA.
b 100 mA.
c 300 mA.
d 500 mA.
Question 53 Alight fitting suitable for use in Zone 1 of a bathroom must be
A SELV
B a Class II fitting
C IPX4 or above
D RCD protected
Question 54 To comply with BS7671 2018, cables concealed inside a partition wall at a depth of less
than 500mm, must be
A Adequately Earthed
B provided with Additional Protection
C Mechanically Protected
D installed in Safe Zones only
Question 55 The IP rating code for barriers covering exposed live parts inside a distribution board is
A IPX2
B IP4X
C IPXXB
D IP55
Question 56 Which of the following is not considered to be suitable metallic screening for cables installed
below plaster depth in a domestic installation
A Earth Steel conduit
B Earthed metal trunking
C Earth metal channelling
D Outer armours of SWA cable
E. the customer
F. the local authority
G. the REC
H. a skilled person
Question 58 The Scope of BS7671 2018 excludes which type of installation?
A Oil rigs
B Circuses
C Marines
D Exhibition Stands
Question 59 Why may 13 amp BS1363 socket outlets used in a controlled laboratory environment, not
require RCD Protection?
A There may be a possibility of nuisance tripping
B There may be electromagnetic interference from other equipment
C A document risk assessment has been carried out.
D IT equipment may have high protective conductor current
Question 60 Basic protection can be achieved by
A Limiting the current which can pass through the body
B Ensuring all extraneous parts are at equal potential
C Automatic disconnection of the supply during earth fault conditions
D Separation of the supply and load by means of an isolating transformer
1 D, Ref: BS7671:414.4
2 A, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.4
3 B, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.1
4 B, Ref: BS7671: 416.2
5 D, Ref: BS7671:114.1
6 B, Ref: BS7671: 134.2.2
7 A, Ref: BS7671: App 4.4
8 C, Ref: BS7671:537.2.2
9 D, Ref: 0.45 x (2.5÷1.5=1.67)
10 B, Ref: BS7671:522.1.3
11 B, Ref: BS7671:532.3
12 A, Ref: BS7671:App 5
13 B, Ref: BS7671:Part 2
14 C, Ref: BS7671:526.3
15 A, Ref: BS7671:311.1
16 D, Ref: BS7671:514.12.2
17 D, Ref: BS7671:514.8.1
18 B, Ref: BS7671:411.5
19 D, Ref: BS7671:542.2.6
20 D, Ref: BS7671:Table 54.1
21 C, Ref: BS7671: 422.4.2
22 C, Ref: BS7671:411.3.3
23 A, Ref: BS7671:708.55.1.1
24 B, Ref: BS7671:521.5.1
25 B, Ref: BS7671:705.512.2
26 C, Ref: BS7671:531.3.2(iii)
27 C, Ref: BS7671:701.512.2
28 C, Ref: BS7671:709.553.1.13
29 C, Ref: BS7671:Fig 703
30 C, Ref: BS7671: Table 55.3
31 A, Ref: BS7671: 708.521.7.3
32 C, Ref: BS7671:Part 2
33 A, Ref: BS7671:543.7.201
34 A, Ref: BS7671:642.3
35 D, Ref: BS7671:541.9.1
36 D, Ref: BS7671:643.10
37 D, Ref: BS7671:643.1
38 D, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
39 C, Ref: BS7671: 132.16
40 B, Ref: BS7671: 644.5
41 D, Ref: BS7671:652.1
42 C, Ref: BS7671:Fig 3A2(a)
43 B, Ref: BS7671:App 5
44 C, Ref: BS7671:644.4.201
45 A, Ref: BS7671: 411.3.3
46 D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
47 B, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
48 D, Ref: BS7671: Part 2
49 C, Ref: BS7671: App 2
50 B, Ref: BS7671: 544
51 B, Ref: BS7671: Part 6
52 C, Ref: BS7671: 705.422.7
53 C, Ref: BS7671:701.512.2
54 B, Ref: BS7671:522.6.202
55 C, Ref: BS7671:416.1
56 C, Ref: BS7671:522.6.204
57 D, Ref: BS7671: 644.5
58 A, Ref: BS7671:110.2
59 C, Ref: BS7671:411.3.3
60 A, Ref: BS7671:411.8.2
Name: _________________________
Question 1 The supply circuit of insulation monitoring devices must be installed
A at the furthest point of the installation
B as close as practical to the origin of the installation
C in series with the load
D to provide protection against shock
Question 2 Which one may NOT be used as a protective bonding conductor in a location where livestock is
kept?
A. Hot-dip galvanized steel strip with dimensions of 40 mm x 5 mm
B. Hot-dip galvanized round steel of 4 mm diameter
C. Copper conductor having a cross-sectional area of 6 mm2.
D. Hot-dip galvanized round steel of10 mm diameter
Question 3 In a TP & N installation servicing an office with IT equipment and a high harmonic disturbance.
How would the harmonic influence be combated?
A Surge protection
B Nothing because it cant be sorted
C Increase the size of the neutral
D Install a RCD
Question 4 Which of the following is a method of fault protection?
A Placing out of reach
B Insulation of live parts
C Obstacles
D equipotential bonding
Question 5 The Max Zs for a TT system with a 300mA RCD
A 1667 ohms
B 500 ohms
C 167 ohms
D 100 ohms
Question 6 Regulation 314.1 states that every installation shall be divided into circuits as necessary to
A Prevent danger to persons and live stock
B Comply with Electricity at Work Regulations
C Avoid Danger and minimise inconvenience in the event of a fault
D Comply with building regulations
Question 7 An RCD installed for the protection against fire must have a rating of
A 30 mA
B 100mA
C 300mA
D 500mA
Question 8 Ceiling heating systems should be limited to a maximum temperature of?
A 60 oC
B 70 oC
C 80 oC
D 90 oC
Question 9 A Residual Current Monitor (RCM) may be used in preference to an RCD where
A The installation is under the control of a supervised person
B Refrigeration equipment containing valuable frozen goods
C Where no over-current protection is fitted
D Quarterly manual RCD testing would be impracticable
Question 10 An installation should not be protected by one RCD main switch controlling all overcurrent
devices because
A RCD have to be tested regularly
B table 53.2 does not permit RCD’s to be used as an isolator
C They maybe at risk from being overloaded
D danger could arise from the failure of just a single circuit
Question 11 External influence classification AA4 relates to
A Presence of Flora
B Atmospheric Humidity
C Ambient Temperature
D Light Dust
Question 12 An active RCD to BS7671 will perform which functions in the event of a supply failure
A Lock
B Automatically trip to disconnect the supply
C Remain in the on position but stay silent
D Remain in the on position but alarm
Question 13 A 32amp BSEN60898 MCB has a max Zs of 1.44 ohms. Assuming that the MCB will operate
instantaneously if 5 times its rated current flows, what is the level of fault current at this impedance at
230V
A 32 amps
B 160 amps
C 67 amps
D 331 amps
Question 14 Standard Volt Drop calculations do not apply to which wiring method
A Where site applied insulation is used
B Busbar Trucking Systems
C Cables supported by catenary wires
D Mineral insulated cables
Question 15 The three Zones for swimming pool installations are
A 0,1 & 2
B 1, 2 & 3
C A, B & C
D A1, B2 & C3
Question 16 The maximum AC voltage exposed conductive parts and extraneous conductive parts shall
fulfil
A 25v
B 110v
C 50v
D 230v
Question 17 Electrical installations for trade shows and exhibitions are subject to number of risks. Part 6 of
BS7671 recommends that such installations be tested
A at period specified by the designer
B every three months
C every six months
D after each erection/ assembly on site
Question 18 On a PME system what is the maximum size of a protective bonding conductor that should be
used if it was made of copper
A 26mm2
B 24mm2
C 27m m2
D 25m m2
Question 19 For the purpose of earthing a TT systems the main earthing terminal shall not be connected
via an earthing conductor to
A A solid metal earth plate
B A metallic pipe belonging to another utility service
C Structural steel
D Earth rods
Question 20 BS 1363-4 relates to which type of accessory?
A Fused connection units
B 13amps socket outlets
C Unswitched socket outlets
D Fuses
Question 21 For cables crossing public areas and roadways at fairgrounds, the cable should be designed to
withstand external influence to at least
A AG1
B AG2
C AG3
D AG4
Question 22 To reduce the risk of shock from the metalwork of Class I street located equipment, protection
should be by
A non-conducting location
B ADS
C earth-free equipment bonding
D electrical separation
Question 23 The recognised harmonised colour for Line conductors is NOT
A Blue
B Grey
C Brown
D Black
Question 24 A phase 4 wire system is also known as
A TP & N
B TNS
C TNCS
D TN
Question 25 The maximum current carrying capacity for 1.0mm twin and earth, installed to reference
method C
A 11.5 amps
B 16 amps
C 13 amps
D 10.5 amps
Question 26 1.5mm two core SWA 70 oC thermoplastic insulated cable, has a rated volt drop of
A 29 mV/A/m
B 26 mV/A/m
C 21 mV/A/m
D 27 mV/A/m
Question 27 Non sheathed cables shall be enclosed in conduit or trunking, but this requirement does not
apply to
A Protective Equipotential Bonding conductors
B Site applied insulation
C Double insulated meter tails
D SELV conductors
Question 28 When carrying out a PIR on a 230v installation, the minimum value of insulation resistance to
earth with all MCBs in place and the Line and Neutral conductors connected together is
A 0.5 Ω
B 2 MΩ
C 0.5 MΩ
D 1 MΩ
Question 29 The maximum rating for an RCD at the origin of the supply mobile circus tent is
A 30mA
B 100mA
C 300mA
D 500mA
Question 30 On completion of a new industrial installation, an Electrical Installation Certificate should be
signed by
A the owner or manager of the factory
B Skilled person or persons
C the legal department representing the owner of the premises
D the main building contractor
Question 31 The frequency of periodic inspection and testing for an installation shall be determined by the
A supply company recommendations
B installation’s maximum demand
C nature of the supply
D type of installation
Question 32 When carrying a fault current of 205 A, a 60 A protective device to BS 3036 should operate in
A 0.1s
B 0.4s
C 5.0s
D 500s
Question 33 The external influence having a classification of AD7 indicates
A humidity
B immersion in water
C dust in the atmosphere
D high level of vibration
Question 34 A Minor Works Certificate should be issued
A when an additional circuit is connected to an existing installation
B For new installations connected to single phase supplies or 100A or less
C for alteration or additions that do not extend to the provision of a new circuit
D for new installations limited to domestic applications only
Question 35 In order to avoid damage from vehicles and other users, cables supplying mooring hook up
cabinets, shall be laid at recommended depth of
A 450mm
B 300mm
C 600mm
D 1000mm
Question 36 The maximum operating temperature for thermosetting insulated cables is
A 105 oC at the sheath
B 70 oC at the sheath
C 90 oC at the conductor
D 70 oC at the conductor
Question 37 Multicore cables installed in cable trunking that is flush with the floor are classed as which
reference method
A D
B C
C B
D A
Question 38 Zone 2 in a domestic bathroom extends to
A 2.25m vertically from the top surface and horizontally 1.2m from the bath
B 2.25m vertically from the top surface and horizontally 0.6m from the bath
C 2.5m above floor level and horizontally 0.6m from the bath
D 2.25m above floor level and horizontally 0.6 from the bath
Question 39 External influence classification AD relates to Presence of
A Moisture
B Water
C Steam
D Solid foreign bodies
Question 40 Which of the following best describes a PEB – Protective Equipotential Bond
A 16mm conductor from CCU to MET
B 10mm conductor to incoming water pipe
C 6mm conductor between hot and cold water pipes
D 16mm conductor from the MET to an earth electrode
Question 41 Zone 3 of a sauna is limited by a horizontal surface located above the floor at a height
A. 0.7 m
B. 1.0 m
C. 1.2 m
D. 1.5 m
Question 42 Which one may NOT be used as a protective bonding conductor in a location where livestock
is kept?
A. Hot-dip galvanized steel strip with dimensions of 40 mm x 5 mm
B. Hot-dip galvanized round steel of 4 mm diameter
C. Copper conductor having a cross-sectional area of 6 mm2.
D. Hot-dip galvanized round steel of10 mm diameter
Question 43 Which protective measure for electrical installations in caravan parks is not permitted?
A. non-conducting location
B. extra-low voltage by SELV or PELV
C. electrical separation
D. double or reinforced isolation
Question 44 As a specific requirement for an insulation monitoring device (IMD) in a medical IT system, it's
a.c. conform to which regulations
A. BS EN 61557
B. BS EN 61009
C. BS EN 60898
D. BS EN 50085
Question 45 Identify one of the following which would be classed as a Group 2 medical location
A. Endoscopic room
B. Urology room
C. Anaesthetic area
D. Massage room
Question 46 A copper flexible cable used for connecting a mobile unit to the supply must have a minimum
cross-sectional area of
A. 2.0 mm2
B. 2.5 mm2
C. 3.0 mm2
D. 4.0 mm2
Question 47 Within agricultural premises, final circuits feeding socket outlets exceeding 32A should be
protected by a
A. 100mA RCD
B. 10mA RCD
C. 300mA RCD
D. 250mA RCD
Question 48 In an area containing a bath or a shower, socket outlets must be installed
A. a minimum of 3m horizontally from zone 1 boundary
B. 3m horizontally from zone 0
C. 3m horizontally from zone 2
D. within zone 2 but outside zone 1
Question 49 In a bathroom zone 1 is defined as the

A. area outside a 0.60m circumference from the bath or shower
B. area within a 0.60m circumference from the bath or shower
C. area directly above the bath or shower up to 2.25m above the finished floor
level
D. area within the bath or shower
Question 50 Photovoltaic equipment should always
A. be considered energized on the d.c. side
B. be used in certain listed countries only
C. be considered energized on the a.c. side
D. use a low voltage supply
Question 51 When determining design current, the correction factor that is applied to a BS3036 semi-
enclosed fuse is
A. .752
B. .527
C. .725
D.1.725
Question 52 The correction factor for cables installed in free air with 700C thermoplastic insulation and an
ambient temperature of 500C is
A. .71
B. .17
C. .567
D. .77
A. conduit systems

A. conduit systems
Question 55 On completion of a Electrical Installation Condition Report, the person ordering the report
should be provided with
A. a duplicate copy of the report
B. a summary of the report
C. the 'original' of the report
D. advice as to who can be contacted in order for the report to be viewed
Question 56 The code given to an area that has a high humidity level when classifying for external influences
would be
A. AB
B. AF
C. AA
D. CB
Question 57 When determining the current carrying capacity 'Iz' of a busbar trunking system, the rating
factor 'k1A' has to be applied to 'In' if the ambient temperature exceeds
A. 300C
B. 400C
C. 350C
D. 450C
Question 58 When referring to a TN-C-S multiple source system, the number of connections permitted
between the interconnected neutral points of the sources and the PE conductor is
A.4
B. 2
C.1
D.3
Question 59 Where three or more conductors are connected in parallel, then multiple fault current paths
can occur and it may therefore be necessary to provide
A. short circuit protection at both the supply and the load end of each parallel
conductor
B. short circuit protection at the supply end only of each parallel conductor
C. short circuit protection at the load end only of each parallel conductor
D. overload protection at the supply end only of each parallel conductor
Question 60 Measurement of the impedance of insulating floors and walls may be carried out with a lower
voltage than the system voltage to earth, if combined with
A. a touch current measurement test
B. an earth leakage measurement test
C. a visual inspection
D. an insulation resistance test
1. B, Ref: BS7671:538.1.1
2. B, Ref: BS7671: 705.544.2
3. A, Ref: BS7671:444.4.2.1(ii)
4. D, Ref: BS7671: 411.1 (ii)
5. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 41.5
6. C, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
7. C, Ref: BS7671: 422.3.9
8. D, Ref: BS7671: 422.3.2
9. B, Ref: BS7671: 538.4.1
10. D, Ref: BS7671: 314.1
11. C, Ref: BS7671: App 5
12. B
13. B, Ref: 230V ÷1.44Ω=160A
14. B, Ref: BS7671: App 8.5
15. A, Ref: BS7671: 702
16. C, Ref: BS7671: 415.2.2
17. D, Ref: BS7671:711.6
18. D, Ref: BS7671:544.1.1
19. B, Ref: BS7671:542.2.6
20. A, Ref: BS7671: App 1
21. B, Ref: BS7671: 740.521.1
22. B, Ref: BS7671: 714.411
23. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 51
24. A, Ref: BS7671: Fig 3.5
25. B, Ref: BS7671: Table 4D5
26. A, Ref: BS7671: Table 4D4B
27. A, Ref: BS7671: 521.10.1
28. D, Ref: BS7671: Table 64
29. C, Ref: BS7671: 740.410.3
30. B, Ref: BS7671: 644.5
31. D, Ref: BS7671: 652.1
32. C, Ref: BS7671: Fig 3A2(a)
33. B, Ref: BS7671: App 5
34. C, Ref: BS7671: 644.4.201
35. B, Ref: BS7671:709.553.1.13
36. C, Ref: BS7671: App 4
37. C, Ref: BS7671: Table 4A2
38. D, Ref: BS7671:701.32.4
39. B, Ref: BS7671: App 5
40. B, Ref: BS7671: 544.1.1
41. B, Ref: BS7671: 703.32.3
42. B, Ref: BS7671: 705.544.2
43. A, Ref: BS7671: 708.410.3.6
44. A, Ref: BS7671: 710.411.6.3.1
45. C, Ref: BS7671: Annex A710
46. B, Ref: BS7671: 717.52.1
47. A, Ref: BS7671: 705.411.1
48. A, Ref: BS7671: 701.512.3
49. C, Ref: BS7671: 701.32.3
50. A, Ref: BS7671: 712.410.3
51. C, Ref: BS7671: Appx 4, 4
52. A, Ref:BS7671: Appx 4, Tabe4B1
53. B, Ref: BS7671: Appx 1
54. D, Ref: BS7671: Appx 1
55. C, Ref: BS7671: Appx 6, guidance for recipients
56. A, Ref: BS7671: Appx 5
57. C, Ref: BS7671: Appx 8, 2
58. C, Ref: BS7671: Appx 9, Fig 9A
59. A, Ref: BS7671: Appx 10, 3
60. D, Ref: BS7671: Appx 13, 1

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Question 14 External influence is any influence external to an electrical installation which

Question 17 SELV denotes an extra low voltage system that is

Question 26 Electrical installations shall be divided into circuits to

Question 52 which one is NOT a subject of periodic inspection?

Question 56 On a 230v a.c. installation, the minimum value of insulation resistance is

Question 58 Before conducting an insulation resistance test you should

Question 59 An insulation resistance test performed on a 230v a.c.installation should be capable

Question 40 Where an autotransformer is connected to a circuit having a neutral conductor, the

d. The name of the manufacturer of any RCD fitted

Question 54 In a bathroom the protective measure of placing out of reach is

1. C, Ref: BS7671: 110.2

Question 59 A final circuit is the wiring between

A. 50V Storage battery

B they are not collectively surrounded by the ferrous material

Question 30 What does the symbol represent?

Question 49 In a bathroom zone 1 is defined as the

Question 54 BS EN 60309 relates to

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