{"product_id":"washington-residential-maintenance-electrician-07b-book-package","title":"Washington Residential Maintenance Electrician 07B Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWashington Residential Maintenance Electrician 07B Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the Washington Residential Maintenance Electrician examination with a focused reference package built around the electrical code, Washington electrical law, and state administrative rules used for the \u003cstrong\u003e07B Residential Maintenance 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 officially identifies this specialty as \u003cstrong\u003e07B Residential Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The classification is designed for defined maintenance, repair, and like-in-kind replacement work involving existing electrical utilization equipment in qualifying residential occupancies. The specialty has specific limits involving voltage, amperage, phase, equipment, supply whips, conductors, raceways, and the types of residential properties where the work may be performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington 07B Electrician examination tests National Electrical Code knowledge, basic 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 HVAC equipment, special equipment, emergency and standby systems, and Washington-specific licensing and specialty requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington electrical examinations are \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approved reference materials may be used during testing, making effective reference navigation an important part of preparation. Candidates should become comfortable deciding whether an examination question is controlled by the NEC, RCW Chapter 19.28, or WAC Chapter 296-46B and then locating the applicable provision efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 07B specialty is narrower than a general electrical classification. It does not provide unrestricted authority to install new branch circuits, services, feeders, raceways, or general electrical wiring. Instead, it focuses on maintenance and like-in-kind replacement of qualifying existing equipment within the scope established by Washington rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package combines the three core references needed for organized preparation. The NEC provides national technical requirements, RCW Chapter 19.28 establishes Washington electrical law, and WAC Chapter 296-46B contains the detailed rules governing specialty scope, trainee supervision, work experience, examinations, certification, permits, inspections, contractors, 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, electrical trainees, contractors, electrical installations, certification, 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 07B Residential Maintenance specialty and its authorized 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 edition used for the Washington electrical examination program covered by this package. It provides technical requirements for wiring and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, HVAC equipment, special equipment, emergency systems, and other residential electrical subjects.\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\u003e07B Residential Maintenance 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 20 questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed for NEC \u0026amp; Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 hour\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 37 questions across both sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Testing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 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, two involving wiring and protection, two involving overcurrent protection, two involving grounding and bonding, two involving wiring methods, two involving electrical equipment, one involving motors, HVAC equipment, generators and transformers, two involving special equipment, two involving emergency and standby systems, and approximately three questions involving general trade knowledge and electrical theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Codes section contains approximately 17 questions involving Washington electrical laws and administrative rules. Candidates should prepare for specialty scope, work-experience requirements, trainee supervision, certification, examinations, contractors, permits, inspections, and other provisions contained in RCW Chapter 19.28 and WAC Chapter 296-46B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Residential Maintenance Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e. Washington Labor \u0026amp; Industries permits approved reference materials in the testing center under established examination rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2020 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e may be used during testing. Permanent index tabs are acceptable, while removable tabs, sticky 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 brought into the examination. Printed 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 section provides approximately one hour for 20 questions, candidates should practice finding relevant provisions quickly. Familiarity with overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, utilization equipment, motors, HVAC equipment, special equipment, emergency systems, and basic theory can make open-book testing more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington Codes section requires the same kind of preparation. Candidates should be able to locate the 07B specialty definition, experience requirements, supervision rules, examination provisions, and certification requirements without spending excessive time searching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington Residential Maintenance Electrician certification is administered through the \u003cstrong\u003eWashington State Department of Labor \u0026amp; Industries\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 07B specialty 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 07B experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work must fall within the Residential Maintenance specialty and be performed under appropriate supervision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork under an appropriately certified electrician.\u003c\/strong\u003e A trainee must be supervised by an electrician certified to perform the work or by a general journey level electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccumulate at least 720 hours for examination eligibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e Washington permits a 07B trainee to qualify for the specialty examination after completing the minimum required 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 examination is successfully completed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument qualifying work experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience must be properly 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 required 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 cannot schedule the specialty examination until Washington Labor \u0026amp; Industries approves the application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare using the approved references.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study the 2020 NEC, RCW Chapter 19.28, and WAC Chapter 296-46B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule and take the PSI examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete both NEC \u0026amp; Theory and Washington Codes sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass each required examination section.\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum score of 70% is required on each 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 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 requirements for issuance of the 07B Residential Maintenance 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 Residential Maintenance as electrical specialty classification \u003cstrong\u003e07B\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full certification requires \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 hours of qualifying work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA trainee may become eligible to take the 07B specialty examination after completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e720 hours of qualifying supervised experience\u003c\/strong\u003e. Until the specialty examination is successfully completed, the trainee must work under \u003cstrong\u003e100 percent supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter successfully passing the examination, a trainee may qualify for a modified supervision training certificate under Washington rules while completing the balance of the 2,000 hours required for full certification. The applicable modified supervision certificate is subject to Washington's eligibility and time-limit requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 07B specialty is limited to \u003cstrong\u003eresidential dwellings\u003c\/strong\u003e as defined by Washington rules, multistory dwelling structures with no commercial facilities, and the interior of dwelling units in multistory structures that include commercial facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty may maintain, repair, or replace \u003cstrong\u003elike-in-kind existing electrical utilization equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e. It may also perform electrical work that is exempt from permit requirements under the applicable Washington rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty is limited to equipment and circuits with a maximum rating of \u003cstrong\u003e250 volts, 60 amperes, and single phase\u003c\/strong\u003e. These limits are central to the 07B classification and are important study points for the Washington Codes section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 07B specialty may disconnect and reconnect low-voltage control wiring and line-voltage supply whips that are not more than \u003cstrong\u003esix feet in length\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided the characteristics of the branch circuit or whip are not modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor purposes of this specialty, electrical equipment does not include electrical conductors, raceways, or conduit systems located externally to the equipment or supply whip. This restriction helps define the boundary between authorized maintenance work and general electrical installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty does not provide unrestricted authority to install new branch circuits, feeders, services, raceways, or general wiring systems. Work that goes beyond maintenance, repair, like-in-kind replacement, and the specifically authorized supply-whip activities may require a different electrical certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington also specifies that the Residential Maintenance specialty cannot perform plumbing work regulated under Washington plumbing law. Electrical certification does not replace any separate plumbing credential that may be required.\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, electrical trainees, contractors, certification, electrical installations, enforcement, and related 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, supervision, examinations, permits, inspections, certification, contractors, and the detailed scope of the 07B Residential Maintenance specialty.\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 for wiring and protection, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, HVAC equipment, special equipment, emergency systems, and other subjects relevant to residential maintenance electrical work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should study these three references as an integrated set. Technical questions may point toward the NEC, while specialty authority, supervision, experience, and certification questions are generally addressed through Washington laws and 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 Washington electrical examinations. Permanent index tabs, highlighting, and underlining are allowed under the examination 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 the examination when prepared according to Labor \u0026amp; Industries testing 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 rules, and commonly referenced provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral NEC Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review definitions, equipment approval, listing and labeling requirements, installation and use rules, electrical connections, and other foundational provisions that can apply to residential maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring and Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study branch circuits, conductor requirements, conductor identification, wiring protection, and related requirements that affect residential utilization equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercurrent Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review breakers, fuses, equipment protection, conductor protection, branch-circuit ratings, and requirements affecting existing residential equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study equipment grounding conductors, bonding, grounding continuity, equipment enclosures, raceways, and grounding requirements associated with utilization equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review cables, raceways, boxes, fittings, flexible wiring methods, supports, and equipment connections. Technical familiarity with these methods is useful even though the 07B specialty limits work on conductors and raceways external to the equipment or supply whip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study utilization equipment, appliances, switches, receptacles, flexible cords, equipment connections, and other electrical components commonly encountered during residential maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and HVAC Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review motors, controllers, overload protection, disconnecting means, heating and cooling equipment, and equipment connections relevant to residential maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study specialized electrical equipment that may appear in residential settings and the NEC requirements that apply to those installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency and Standby Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review generators, optional standby systems, transfer equipment, and related backup-power requirements that may appear on the examination.\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, electrical calculations, and basic troubleshooting principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashington 07B Scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Know the maximum 250-volt, 60-ampere, single-phase limits, the six-foot supply-whip provision, occupancy restrictions, and the definition of electrical equipment for purposes of the specialty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience and Supervision Rules:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the 720-hour examination eligibility requirement, the 2,000-hour full certification requirement, and the supervision rules that apply before and after successfully completing the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA practical study method is to classify each practice question before beginning a lookup. Decide whether it is most likely an NEC question, a Washington law question, or a Washington administrative-rule question. Then locate the applicable provision and confirm whether a specialty limitation affects the answer.\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 Residential Maintenance 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 and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, HVAC systems, special equipment, emergency systems, electrical theory, Residential Maintenance specialty limits, and Washington electrical requirements.\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 reading a question, identifying the likely reference, locating the controlling provision, and applying the requirement efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eResidential maintenance technicians often bring practical experience with appliances, HVAC equipment, utilization equipment, supply whips, troubleshooting, and like-in-kind replacement. Structured study helps connect that field knowledge with the exact NEC and Washington requirements used on the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington-specific preparation is especially important for 07B because the specialty has clearly defined limits involving occupancy, voltage, amperage, phase, supply whips, conductors, raceways, experience, and supervision. Understanding these limits can help candidates prepare for both the Washington Codes section and future specialty work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to combine practical residential maintenance experience with organized code study, stronger regulatory knowledge, effective reference navigation, and confidence-building preparation. This Washington Residential Maintenance Electrician 07B Book Package provides the core reference materials needed to support that study 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 official Washington classification for Residential Maintenance?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashington identifies Residential Maintenance as electrical specialty classification \u003cstrong\u003e07B\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 07B 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 07B Electrician examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe published examination outline lists approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20 NEC \u0026amp; Theory questions\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e17 Washington Codes questions\u003c\/strong\u003e, for approximately 37 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 1 hour, 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\u003eWashington requires a score of at least \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e on each required examination section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required before taking the 07B exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA candidate may become eligible to take the 07B specialty examination after completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e720 hours of qualifying supervised work experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required for full 07B certification?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull Washington 07B Residential Maintenance 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 07B trainee must work under \u003cstrong\u003e100 percent supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e until the applicable specialty examination has been successfully completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat electrical limits apply to the 07B specialty?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialty is limited to equipment and circuits with a maximum rating of \u003cstrong\u003e250 volts, 60 amperes, and single phase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan a 07B Electrician disconnect and reconnect supply whips?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The specialty may disconnect and reconnect qualifying low-voltage control and line-voltage supply whips not over \u003cstrong\u003esix feet in length\u003c\/strong\u003e when the characteristics of the branch circuit or whip are not modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan a 07B Electrician perform unrestricted new electrical wiring?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 07B certificate is a specialty credential and does not provide unrestricted authority for new branch circuits, services, feeders, raceways, or general electrical installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan a 07B Electrician work on external raceways and conductors?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor purposes of this specialty, electrical conductors, raceways, and conduit systems external to the equipment or supply whip are not included within the definition of electrical equipment authorized for Residential Maintenance work.\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 program covered by this package 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 testing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWho administers the Washington 07B Electrician examination?\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 and protection, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors and HVAC equipment, special equipment, emergency systems, electrical theory, 07B specialty limits, experience requirements, supervision rules, and Washington electrical laws and rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46541630472249,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/WA-RESIDENTIALMAINTENANCEELECTRICIAN07B-BOOKS.jpg?v=1789753597","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/washington-residential-maintenance-electrician-07b-book-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}