Select OCPDs.

Selection should include

  • identifying the types of OCPD fuses used in system wiring (e.g., plug, cartridge, blade, type S/SL)
  • identifying the types of circuit breakers in single- and three-phase systems (e.g., single-pole 120 V, double-pole 208 V/240 V, triple-pole 480 V)
  • using the NEC to determine the correct type of OCPD for use in new and existing and new installations

in accordance with NEC, instructor’s guidelines, and manufacturer's nameplate data.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is a double-pole OCPD?
  • Who are the different manufacturers of service entrance panels (SEPs)?
  • How are OCPDs selected in reference to wire size?
  • How does one identify whether a system is a single-phase or a three-phase system?