{"product_id":"washington-door-gate-similar-systems-electrician-book-package","title":"Washington Door, Gate \u0026 Similar Systems Electrician Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWashington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician examination with a focused reference package built around the electrical code, Washington electrical law, and state administrative rules used for the \u003cstrong\u003e10 Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems specialty\u003c\/strong\u003e. This package includes the \u003cstrong\u003eRevised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWashington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington identifies this specialty as \u003cstrong\u003e10 Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e. The classification covers defined electrical operator wiring and equipment associated with electric gates, doors, windows, awnings, movable partitions, curtains, and similar electrically operated systems. It includes qualifying low-voltage Class 2 systems, certain branch circuits originating at listed operator control panels, limited line-voltage reconnection, controls, sensing equipment, and related system components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician examination tests National Electrical Code knowledge, electrical theory, and Washington electrical laws and rules. Candidates should be prepared for questions involving general NEC requirements, wiring and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors and related equipment, hazardous locations, special occupancies, special conditions, and general trade knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination is \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approved references may be used during testing, making code-navigation skill an important part of preparation. Candidates should practice determining whether a question is controlled by the NEC, RCW Chapter 19.28, or WAC Chapter 296-46B and locating the applicable provision efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty contains important limits involving voltage, amperage, operator control panels, component location, conductor and conduit length, line-voltage branch circuits, and classified locations. Understanding these boundaries is important for both the Washington Codes portion of the examination and future work performed under the specialty certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package brings together the three core references needed for organized study. The NEC provides national technical requirements, RCW Chapter 19.28 establishes Washington electrical law, and WAC Chapter 296-46B contains detailed requirements for specialty scope, experience, supervision, examinations, certification, contractors, permits, inspections, and electrical installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashington electrical law covering electricians, trainees, electrical contractors, certification, electrical installations, enforcement, responsibilities, and other statutory requirements affecting electrical work throughout the state.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashington's detailed electrical safety, licensing, certification, examination, specialty-scope, supervision, contractor, permit, inspection, and installation rules. This reference defines the 10 Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems specialty and its limitations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NEC edition currently used for the Washington electrical examination covered by this package. It provides technical requirements involving wiring and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, special occupancies, special conditions, and related systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington \u003cstrong\u003e10 Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician\u003c\/strong\u003e examination contains two required sections: \u003cstrong\u003eNEC \u0026amp; Theory\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWashington Codes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNEC \u0026amp; Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30 questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed for NEC \u0026amp; Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 17 questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed for Washington Codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 47 questions across both sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Testing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 hours across both sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70% or greater on each required examination section\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Code Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e National Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe published NEC \u0026amp; Theory outline includes approximately one question from NEC Article 90, one from NEC Articles 100 through 110, one involving wiring and protection, four involving overcurrent protection, four involving grounding and bonding, five involving wiring methods, two involving electrical equipment, four involving motors, HVAC equipment, generators and transformers, one involving hazardous locations, one involving special occupancies, one involving special conditions, and approximately five questions involving general trade knowledge and electrical theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Codes section includes approximately 17 questions involving RCW Chapter 19.28 and WAC Chapter 296-46B. Candidates should prepare for specialty scope, work-experience requirements, trainee supervision, certification, examinations, permits, inspections, and other Washington-specific requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approved reference materials may be used at the testing center under Washington electrical examination rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2020 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e may be brought into the examination. Permanent index tabs are acceptable, while removable tabs, sticky notes, repositionable notes, and handwritten notes are prohibited. Original copyrighted reference materials may contain highlighting, underlining, and permanent index tabs when they otherwise comply with examination requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted copies of \u003cstrong\u003eRCW Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWAC Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e may also be used. Printed copies of Washington electrical laws and rules should be hole-punched and placed in a three-ring binder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the NEC \u0026amp; Theory portion includes approximately 30 questions in two hours, candidates should become comfortable locating wiring-method, grounding, overcurrent-protection, motor, and control requirements quickly. Familiarity with the NEC index, article layout, definitions, and commonly used tables can make open-book testing more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Codes section requires similar preparation. Candidates should know where to locate the specialty definition, 720-hour examination eligibility requirement, 2,000-hour certification requirement, supervision rules, branch-circuit limitations, line-voltage reconnection conditions, and excluded work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician certification is administered through the \u003cstrong\u003eWashington State Department of Labor \u0026amp; Industries\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specialty 10 is one of Washington's 2,000-hour specialty electrician pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBegin accumulating qualifying specialty 10 experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work must fall within the Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems scope and be performed under the supervision required by Washington rules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork under an appropriately certified electrician.\u003c\/strong\u003e A trainee must be supervised by a specialty electrician certified to perform the work or by a journey level electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccumulate at least 720 hours for examination eligibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e A specialty 10 trainee may become eligible for the examination after completing the minimum qualifying supervised work experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemain under 100% supervision until passing the examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Washington requires trainees in this specialty pathway to remain fully supervised until the applicable specialty examination is successfully completed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument qualifying work experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience must be recorded and verified according to Washington Labor \u0026amp; Industries requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply for examination approval.\u003c\/strong\u003e Submit the applicable electrician examination application and supporting documentation to L\u0026amp;I.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive L\u0026amp;I approval before scheduling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Electrician candidates must receive examination approval before scheduling with PSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare for NEC \u0026amp; Theory.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study the 2020 NEC with emphasis on wiring methods, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, motors, equipment, controls, and electrical theory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare for Washington Codes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study RCW Chapter 19.28 and WAC Chapter 296-46B, particularly the specialty 10 scope and trainee requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule and take the PSI examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the NEC \u0026amp; Theory and Washington Codes sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass each required section.\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum score of 70% is required on each examination section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the full 2,000-hour experience requirement.\u003c\/strong\u003e Passing the examination does not eliminate the remaining qualifying work experience required for full certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the certification process.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow Washington Labor \u0026amp; Industries procedures for issuance of the Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington identifies Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems as electrical specialty classification \u003cstrong\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full specialty certification requires \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 hours of qualifying work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA trainee may become eligible for the specialty electrician examination after completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e720 hours of qualifying work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e. Until the examination is successfully completed, the trainee must work under \u003cstrong\u003e100 percent supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter successfully completing the specialty examination, a qualifying trainee may work under Washington's modified supervision provisions while completing the remaining experience required for full certification, subject to the applicable training-certificate rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty may \u003cstrong\u003einstall, service, maintain, repair, or replace door, gate, and similar-system electrical operator wiring and equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQualifying operator systems include electric gates, doors, windows, awnings, movable partitions, curtains, and similar systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCovered equipment can include electric operators, control push buttons, key switches, keypads, pull cords, air and electric treadles, sensing edges, coil cords, take-up reels, clocks, photoelectric cells, loop detectors, motion detectors, remote radios and receivers, antennas, timers, lockout switches, stand-alone release devices with smoke detection, strobe lights, annunciators, control panels, wiring, and conductor terminations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty includes \u003cstrong\u003elow-voltage NEC Class 2 door, gate, and similar-system electrical operator systems\u003c\/strong\u003e when the operator system is not connected to other systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty also includes branch circuits originating in a \u003cstrong\u003elisted door, gate, or similar-system electric operator control panel\u003c\/strong\u003e when the branch circuit supplies only qualifying door, gate, or similar-system components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA qualifying branch circuit originating from the listed control panel may not exceed \u003cstrong\u003e600 volts and 20 amperes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the supplied component must be within sight of the listed operator control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington also permits limited reconnection of line-voltage power to a listed door, gate, or similar-system electric operator control panel. The characteristics of the existing branch circuit or feeder cannot be modified, and the circuit or feeder may not exceed \u003cstrong\u003e600 volts and 20 amperes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor this qualifying reconnection work, the conductor or conduit extending from the branch-circuit or feeder disconnecting means or junction box may not exceed \u003cstrong\u003esix feet in length\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty does not include electrical work governed by NEC Articles 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 510, 511, 513, 514, 515, or 516. These articles address classified locations and fall outside the Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems specialty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe classification also does not authorize installation, repair, or replacement of line-voltage branch-circuit conductors, services, feeders, panelboards, or disconnect switches supplying the door, gate, or similar-system electric operator control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese limitations make it important for candidates to distinguish between operator-system work performed within specialty 10 and electrical supply work that requires another appropriate Washington electrical certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference contains Washington electrical statutes governing electricians, trainees, electrical contractors, certification, installations, enforcement, and legal responsibilities within the state's electrical licensing system.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference contains Washington rules governing specialty classifications, work experience, trainee supervision, examinations, permits, inspections, certification, contractors, and the detailed scope of Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems electrical work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NEC provides technical requirements involving wiring and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, special occupancies, special conditions, and related operator-system electrical work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should study these three references together. Technical questions involving conductors, motors, grounding, overcurrent protection, and wiring methods generally point toward the NEC, while questions involving specialty scope, experience, supervision, certification, and permitted work generally require Washington law or administrative rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 NEC is permitted during the Washington electrical examination covered by this package. Permanent index tabs, highlighting, and underlining are allowed under applicable testing rules, while handwritten notes, removable tabs, and sticky notes are prohibited.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinted copies of Washington electrical law may be used during testing when prepared according to Labor \u0026amp; Industries examination requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinted copies of Washington electrical rules may be used during testing when prepared according to the applicable examination requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the same references during preparation and on examination day can help candidates become familiar with article numbers, definitions, tables, specialty provisions, and Washington licensing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wiring methods are one of the larger technical categories on the specialty 10 Electrician examination. Review conductors, cables, raceways, boxes, fittings, flexible wiring methods, protection, support requirements, and wiring associated with operator systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercurrent Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study circuit breakers, fuses, equipment ratings, conductor protection, and branch-circuit overcurrent requirements affecting control panels, operator equipment, and supplied components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review equipment grounding conductors, bonding, grounding continuity, enclosures, raceways, control panels, motors, and electrical operator equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric doors, gates, windows, and related systems frequently rely on motors and controllers. Review motor circuits, overload protection, disconnecting means, controllers, transformers, and related electrical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study switches, flexible cords, equipment connections, controllers, disconnecting means, and other components used in electrical operator systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2 Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review NEC Class 2 circuit concepts and understand the Washington requirement that qualifying low-voltage operator systems covered by specialty 10 are not connected to other systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e The examination includes limited hazardous-location content even though specialty 10 excludes the classified-location work identified by Washington rules. Candidates should understand both the NEC concepts and the specialty restriction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies and Special Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review applicable NEC requirements affecting specialized locations and systems that may interact with door and gate operator installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Trade Knowledge and Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice voltage, current, resistance, power, Ohm's law, series and parallel circuits, motor fundamentals, controls, electrical troubleshooting, and other trade concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty Scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Know the 600-volt and 20-ampere limits, the six-foot reconnection provision, the within-sight requirement for qualifying components, and the restrictions on services, feeders, panelboards, disconnects, and line-voltage branch-circuit conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator and Sensing Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Become familiar with the role of push buttons, key switches, keypads, pull cords, sensing edges, photoelectric cells, loop detectors, motion detectors, radios, receivers, antennas, timers, release devices, annunciators, and control panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience and Supervision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the 720-hour examination eligibility point, the 2,000-hour requirement for full certification, and the supervision rules that apply before and after successful completion of the specialty examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA useful study routine is to decide what type of question you are facing before beginning the lookup. Technical installation questions generally point toward the NEC. Questions involving scope, trainee requirements, supervision, certification, or Washington licensing rules generally point toward RCW Chapter 19.28 or WAC Chapter 296-46B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician candidates organize preparation around the three core references included in this package: the \u003cstrong\u003e2020 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRCW Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eWAC Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe package supports trade-focused review of wiring methods, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, motors, electrical equipment, operator controls, electrical theory, specialty limitations, experience requirements, and Washington electrical laws and rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep encourages practice-oriented preparation for the open-book examination. Candidates can strengthen reference-navigation skills by identifying the subject of each question, selecting the appropriate reference, locating the controlling provision, and applying it efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDoor and gate professionals often bring practical experience with motors, operator controls, sensors, control panels, safety devices, and troubleshooting. Structured study helps connect that field experience with the exact NEC and Washington requirements used on the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington-specific preparation is especially important because specialty 10 includes clearly defined boundaries. Candidates should understand what types of systems are covered, when Class 2 work is permitted, how the 600-volt and 20-ampere limits apply, when a six-foot reconnection is allowed, and which line-voltage electrical work remains outside the specialty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to combine practical field experience with organized code study, stronger Washington regulatory knowledge, efficient open-book navigation, and confidence-building preparation. This Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician Book Package provides the core reference materials needed to support that process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the Washington classification for Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington identifies Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems as electrical specialty classification \u003cstrong\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat books are included in this package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes \u003cstrong\u003eRCW Chapter 19.28\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWAC Chapter 296-46B\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003e2020 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Washington electrical examinations are open book under the applicable testing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the specialty 10 Electrician examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe published examination outline lists approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 NEC \u0026amp; Theory questions\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e17 Washington Codes questions\u003c\/strong\u003e, for approximately 47 questions total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much testing time is allowed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC \u0026amp; Theory section allows approximately 2 hours, and the Washington Codes section allows approximately 1 hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat score is required to pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA score of at least \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e is required on each required examination section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required before taking the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA specialty 10 trainee may become eligible for the Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems examination after completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e720 hours of qualifying work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required for full certification?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician certification requires \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 hours of qualifying work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat supervision is required before passing the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA trainee must remain under \u003cstrong\u003e100 percent supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e until successfully completing the applicable specialty examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat systems are covered by specialty 10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty includes qualifying electric gates, doors, windows, awnings, movable partitions, curtains, operator control panels, sensing equipment, controls, and similar electrical operator systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes specialty 10 include low-voltage systems?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It includes qualifying NEC Class 2 door, gate, and similar-system electrical operator systems when the operator system is not connected to other systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat limits apply to branch circuits originating at an operator control panel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQualifying branch circuits originating in a listed operator control panel may not exceed \u003cstrong\u003e600 volts and 20 amperes\u003c\/strong\u003e, must supply only qualifying system components, and the component must be within sight of the listed control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan a specialty 10 Electrician reconnect line-voltage power?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Limited reconnection is permitted when the existing branch circuit or feeder characteristics are not modified, the circuit or feeder does not exceed 600 volts and 20 amperes, and the conductor or conduit from the disconnecting means or junction box does not exceed six feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan a specialty 10 Electrician install new services, feeders, or panelboards?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The specialty does not authorize installation, repair, or replacement of services, feeders, panelboards, disconnect switches, or line-voltage branch-circuit conductors supplying the operator control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan specialty 10 work be performed in classified hazardous locations?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty does not include electrical work governed by the classified-location NEC articles identified in Washington's specialty rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I use the 2020 NEC during the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Washington electrical examination covered by this package currently permits the \u003cstrong\u003e2020 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I bring RCW 19.28 and WAC 296-46B into the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Printed copies of both Washington electrical references may be used when prepared according to Labor \u0026amp; Industries examination requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWho administers the Washington Door, Gate \u0026amp; Similar Systems Electrician exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington electrical examinations are administered through \u003cstrong\u003ePSI\u003c\/strong\u003e after the electrician candidate receives the applicable examination approval from Washington Labor \u0026amp; Industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat should I focus on while studying?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFocus on wiring methods, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, motors, electrical equipment, Class 2 systems, operator controls, specialty limitations, experience and supervision requirements, and Washington electrical laws and rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46541781958713,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/WA-DOORSYSTEMSELECTRICIAN-BOOKS.jpg?v=1789759425","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/washington-door-gate-similar-systems-electrician-book-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}