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Journeyman Electrician Exam (NEC-based)

Special locations: practice questions

Our Journeyman Electrician bank has 13 questions on this topic. Here are 5 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.

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Question 1

In wet locations, what type of receptacle cover is required for receptacles in use (e.g. outdoors)?

  1. No cover
  2. An 'extra-duty' in-use (bubble) cover that is weatherproof with the plug inserted
  3. Tape
  4. A standard flat plate
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B. An 'extra-duty' in-use (bubble) cover that is weatherproof with the plug inserted — See 406.9(B).

Question 2

Which article covers swimming pools, spas and hot tubs?

  1. Article 210
  2. Article 680
  3. Article 250
  4. Article 430
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B. Article 680 — Equipotential bonding is a key requirement.

Question 3

How are hazardous locations with flammable gases or vapours classified?

  1. Class I
  2. Class IV
  3. Class III
  4. Class II
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A. Class I — Class II is combustible dust; Class III is ignitable fibres.

Question 4

Which article covers solar photovoltaic (PV) systems?

  1. Article 690
  2. Article 310
  3. Article 430
  4. Article 680
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A. Article 690 — Rapid shutdown requirements apply to rooftop systems.

Question 5

Which article covers health care facilities?

  1. Article 517
  2. Article 680
  3. Article 300
  4. Article 700
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A. Article 517 — Patient care spaces have special grounding rules.

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