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Information Guide Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal)

The document provides information about the 8501 Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal), including test strategies, job knowledge categories covered, sample questions, and study references. The 90-minute verbal test consists of technical questions asked by test administrators to assess knowledge required for the Substation Operator job. The test focuses on topics like equipment inspection, switching procedures, and documentation.

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Information Guide Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal)

The document provides information about the 8501 Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal), including test strategies, job knowledge categories covered, sample questions, and study references. The 90-minute verbal test consists of technical questions asked by test administrators to assess knowledge required for the Substation Operator job. The test focuses on topics like equipment inspection, switching procedures, and documentation.

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Information Guide

for
Substation Operator
Knowledge Test (Verbal)

Test Number: 8501

Human Resources
Talent Planning & Programs
Southern California Edison
An Edison International Company
REV022715
Substation_Operator_Knowledge_Verbal_(8501)

Introduction

The 8501 Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal) was designed to assess
technical knowledge necessary to perform the Substation Operator job. This guide
contains strategies and study references to prepare for the test.

Verbal Test Session

During the verbal test session, a panel of test administrators will ask you a series of
technical, job-related questions pertaining to the Substation Operator job. The test
administrators will score your responses to the test questions using a standardized
scoring key. Your test administrators will provide you with all of the materials necessary
to complete the test.

It is important that you follow the directions of the administrators exactly. During the
testing session, you may NOT leave the testing area, talk, smoke, eat, or drink.

Since this testing will take approximately 90 minutes, you should consider these factors
before the test begins.

All cellular/mobile phones, pagers or other electronic equipment will NOT be


allowed in the testing area.

Information Guide Feedback

At the end of this Guide you have been provided with an Information Guide Feedback
page. If a procedure or policy has changed, making any part of this Guide incorrect, your
feedback would be appreciated so that corrections can be made.

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Testing Strategies

Introduction

Your emotional and physical state during the test may determine whether you are
prepared to do your best. The following list provides common sense techniques you can
use before the interview begins.

Technique Remarks

Be confident - If you feel confident about passing this test, you may lose
some of your anxiety.

- Think of the test as a way of demonstrating how much you


know, the skills you can apply, your abilities, the problems
you can solve, and your good judgment capabilities.

Be punctual - Arrive early enough to feel relaxed and comfortable before


the test begins.

Concentrate - Try to block out all distractions and concentrate only on the
test. You will not only finish faster but you will reduce your
chances of making careless mistakes.

- If the test area becomes noisy or there are other


distractions or irregularities, mention them to the
administrators immediately.

Understand the question - Listen carefully to each of the questions and follow all
directions provided by the administrators.

Answer questions - Ensure your answers are precise, complete, unambiguous


and succinct.

Remember the techniques described in this section are only suggestions. You should
follow the methods that work best for you.

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Job Knowledge Categories

The 8501 Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal) requires you to answer
technical questions that assess specific knowledge required to perform the job. The test
will require you to demonstrate your knowledge of performing switching and substation
inspection, including: equipment inspection, switching procedure, personal
protective equipment, substation status, switching overview, formal
communication, safe work practices, switching completion, flag equipment status,
documentation, securing the grounds, hotline tools inspection, routine
maintenance, and abnormal conditions.

Below are the major job knowledge areas (topics) covered on the 8501 Substation
Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal) and the associated study references. You can use
this information to prepare for the test.

A. Fundamentals

Knowledge of AC and DC electrical theory; substation equipment's basic


configuration and operations; types, function, and operation of substation computers;
and power flow. Ability to communicate information clearly, concisely, and accurately
(i.e., communicates with impact) and to input data into a database, spreadsheet,
and/or word document.

B. Prints and Diagrams

Knowledge of schematics and diagrams and how to interpret one line (single line)
diagrams.

C. Switching Devices

Knowledge of the function and operation of substation switching devices (i.e.,


reclosers, secondary switches, relays, circuit breakers/switchers); circuit breakers,
such as operating mechanisms, bushings, terminals, oil levels, gas/air pressure, and
disconnects; how to record counters and pressures for substation equipment (i.e., oil
levels, gas pressure, air pressure, hydraulic pressure, moisture levels, compressor
motors, counter meters, and vaccum readings). Ability to confirm operation of
equipment as expected.

D. Transformers and Regulators

Knowledge of types/function/operation/voltage ratings of transformers, load tap


changers (LTC), regulators, capacitors, and reactors; common practices for
transformer loading and regulator operation; how to inspect cooling system; and how
to inspect regulators. Ability to read gauges and meters, including pressure
monitoring systems.

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E. Substation Instrumentation and Alarms

Knowledge of types of substation instrumentation, function, operation, and ratings;


the effects of Potential Transformers (PTs) and Current Transformers (CTs); types of
alarms, categories, and priorities; testing alarms and annunciators; obtaining peak
readings; and auxiliary substation equipment.

F. System Protection

Knowledge of the function, operation, and settings of protective relays; making


protective relays automatic/non-automatic; how to inspect, record, and reset
protective relays; how to read and perform initial assessment of relay targets and
analyze relay target information.

G. Normal Operations

Knowledge of common practices for performing substation inspections; electrical


parallels; planned loading limits; how to interpret substation equipment historical data
(i.e., battery voltage readings, amp meter readings). Ability to clearly communicate
daily activities (e.g., abnormal status, switching operations, equipment inspection
status, security issues) to the relief operator.

H. Switching, Tagging, and Clearances

Knowledge of safe switching practice; clearances, tags, warning blocks, and


lockout/tag-out; isolating and grounding substation equipment; creating/checking
switching programs; how to identify clearance boundaries and potential hazards; how
to positively identify each device before operating substation equipment; how to
perform a final check after completion of switching and tagging activities.

I. Emergency and Abnormal Operations

Knowledge of how to identify the cause of an emergency or abnormal condition.

J. Logging and Documentation

Knowledge of logging substation activities (i.e., switching, abnormal conditions).

K. Safety Protocols

Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); safe work distances to


energized equipment. Ability to identify hazardous conditions and follow the rules
and practices of a safety manual/procedures.

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Sample Questions

The following sample questions will give you familiarity with the test format.

Question #1

What information is collected to verify a switching procedure will work correctly?

Correct Answers:

 Station Status
 Load Reading
 Abnormal Conditions

Question #2

What information is recorded on the clearance / lock-out tag-out documents?

Correct Answers:

 Name
 Date
 Time

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Study References

You can use the following references to guide your preparation.

 Department of Industrial Relations. Cal/OSHA - Title 8 Regulations.


o Section 3380. Personal Protective Devices.

 E Powerline Trades, LLC. http://epowerlinetrades.com/.

 Henry, T. (1992). Ohm's Law, Electrical Math and Voltage Drop Calculations.
Tom Henrys Code Electrical.

 North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC).


o Standard COM-002. Communication and Coordination.

 United States Department of Labor. Occupational Safety & Health Administration


(OSHA).
o Section: 1910.269. Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and
Distribution.

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Information Guide Feedback

Please use this page to notify us of any changes in policies, procedures, or materials
affecting this guide. Once completed, return to:

Southern California Edison


Human Resources – Talent Planning & Programs
G.O. 5, 1st Floor
1515 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770

Test Name: 8501 Substation Operator Knowledge Test (Verbal)

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