An RCD should be tested
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. using its test button regularly
- Step 1: A test button checks the mechanism works. Step 2. A faulty RCD gives no protection. Answer: using its test button regularly. Why not the others: Waiting for a shock or failure defeats the purpose, and testing does not wear it out.
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