R 408.41717 Definitions; A to C.

Rule 1717. (1) "Approved label" means a label or other identifying mark of a nationally recognized testing laboratory. (2) "Bonding" means the joining of metallic parts by pressure, fusing, or mechanical means to form an electrically conductive path which assures electric continuity and the capacity to conduct safely any current likely to be imposed. (3) "Branch circuit" means that portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overload device and protecting the circuit and the outlets. (4) "Circuit breaker" means a device designed to open and close a circuit by manual means and to open a circuit automatically on a predetermined overload of current, without injury to itself, within the rating of the circuit breaker. (5) "Competent person" means an employer or employee who is capable of identifying an existing or predictable hazard in surroundings or under working conditions which are hazardous or dangerous to an employee, and who has the authority and knowledge to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate the hazards.