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LADWP Electrical Craft Helper 2026
Practice Test: Fundamentals, Safety, Tools,
Math And Work Situations
If electrical equipment is believed to be energized, the safest approach is to? -
correct-answer - Assume it is de-energized if a switch is off
What should you assume if a switch is off? - correct-answer - It is de-energized.
What should you do if you encounter an unfamiliar apparatus? - correct-answer -
Become familiar with its inherent hazards before working nearby.
Why are lockout/tagout procedures important? - correct-answer - They help
prevent unexpected energization or release of hazardous energy.
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What is the primary purpose of a hard hat? - correct-answer - To protect the head
from falling/striking objects and other identified hazards.
How should rubber insulating gloves be used for electrical work? - correct-answer
- They should be inspected and tested according to applicable requirements
before use.
What does good housekeeping at a work site help with? - correct-answer - It
helps reduce slips, trips, falls, and other hazards.
What is the purpose of emergency information posted at a work location? -
correct-answer - To help workers obtain assistance and identify important
work/circuit information during an emergency.
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What is the response to observing a serious safety hazard? - correct-answer -
Take appropriate immediate protective action and notify the responsible
supervisor/personnel.
Why should tools and equipment be inspected before use? - correct-answer - To
identify damage or defects that could create a hazard.
Which tool is commonly used to tighten or loosen hex-head fasteners? - correct-
answer - Wrench.
What is a hacksaw primarily used for? - correct-answer - To cut metal and other
suitable materials.
What is the primary use of a file? - correct-answer - To remove small amounts of
material and smooth/shape a surface.
LADWP Electrical Craft Helper 2026
Practice Test: Fundamentals, Safety, Tools,
Math And Work Situations
If electrical equipment is believed to be energized, the safest approach is to? -
correct-answer - Assume it is de-energized if a switch is off
What should you assume if a switch is off? - correct-answer - It is de-energized.
What should you do if you encounter an unfamiliar apparatus? - correct-answer -
Become familiar with its inherent hazards before working nearby.
Why are lockout/tagout procedures important? - correct-answer - They help
prevent unexpected energization or release of hazardous energy.
,2|Page
What is the primary purpose of a hard hat? - correct-answer - To protect the head
from falling/striking objects and other identified hazards.
How should rubber insulating gloves be used for electrical work? - correct-answer
- They should be inspected and tested according to applicable requirements
before use.
What does good housekeeping at a work site help with? - correct-answer - It
helps reduce slips, trips, falls, and other hazards.
What is the purpose of emergency information posted at a work location? -
correct-answer - To help workers obtain assistance and identify important
work/circuit information during an emergency.
, 3|Page
What is the response to observing a serious safety hazard? - correct-answer -
Take appropriate immediate protective action and notify the responsible
supervisor/personnel.
Why should tools and equipment be inspected before use? - correct-answer - To
identify damage or defects that could create a hazard.
Which tool is commonly used to tighten or loosen hex-head fasteners? - correct-
answer - Wrench.
What is a hacksaw primarily used for? - correct-answer - To cut metal and other
suitable materials.
What is the primary use of a file? - correct-answer - To remove small amounts of
material and smooth/shape a surface.
