According to 1910.269 and 1910 sub v, what are qualified employees expected to do?

• A. Distinguish live parts, determine nominal voltage, MAD, special techniques PPE, insulating, shielding, and insulating tools.
• B. Conduct hazard analysis only in the design phase.
• C. Only require PPE use and labeling.
• D. Just perform tasks assigned without knowledge of live parts.

Answer: (A)

A qualified electrical worker under OSHA 1910.269 and 1910 Subpart V must be able to recognize live parts and translate that awareness into safe work practices. They are trained to distinguish live parts, determine the nominal voltage involved, identify the minimum approach distance (MAD), and know which protective measures to apply. This includes using the appropriate special techniques, personal protective equipment, and insulating or shielding tools to perform tasks safely around energized equipment. This combination ensures the worker can assess hazards and select the correct protective strategy for the situation.

The other options don’t fit because hazard analysis isn’t limited to the design phase and is required ongoingly; PPE use and labeling alone doesn’t cover the full scope of what qualified employees must know and do; and performing tasks without knowledge of live parts would be unsafe and not permitted for someone considered qualified.