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Key Facts: Habilitation B2V/BR Exam

NF C 18-510

French National Standard Governing Electrical Safety

AFNOR / INRS

R.4544-9 to 11

French Labour Code Articles on Electrical Habilitation

Code du travail

5 steps

Mandatory Electrical Consignation Sequence

NF C 18-510 Section 7

3 years

Recommended Periodic Refresher Interval (Recyclage)

INRS ED 6127

<= 1000 V AC

Low-Voltage (Basse Tension) Upper Limit

NF C 18-510 / IEC 60038

63 A AC / 32 A DC

Upstream-protection limits for specified BR connection/disconnection in the presence of voltage

NF C 18-510 Section 10

B2V/BR is an employer-issued French electrical authorization. B2V leads low-voltage work in reinforced vicinity; BR performs short, localized general low-voltage interventions and may direct one B1 assistant. INRS ED 6127 specifies a QCM of at least 15 questions with a 70% minimum and practical acceptance with no major error and at most two minor errors. There is no national duration or fee. This is a 100-question English-language MCQ study adaptation, not the practical assessment or legal title.

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1Under French Labour Code Article R.4544-10, who is legally responsible for issuing an electrical habilitation title (titre d'habilitation) to a worker?
A.The worker's employer, after verifying competence, task fit, and any operation-specific health attestation
B.The regional labor inspectorate (Inspection du travail)
C.The certified vocational training organization providing the course
D.The occupational health physician (médecin du travail)
Explanation: Article R.4544-10 provides that the employer issues the habilitation and specifies the operations the worker may perform. A trainer's avis après formation and, where the 2025 rules require it, an occupational-physician attestation support that decision but do not themselves grant the title.
2In the French electrical habilitation symbol 'B2V', what does the initial letter 'B' represent?
A.Building construction work (Bâtiment)
B.Low Voltage (Basse Tension, up to 1000 V AC or 1500 V DC) and Extra-Low Voltage (TBT)
C.High Voltage (Haute Tension, above 1000 V AC)
D.Direct current battery bank installations only
Explanation: In standard NF C 18-510, the first character indicates the voltage domain. 'B' denotes Basse Tension (Low Voltage: 50 V < U <= 1000 V AC or 120 V < U <= 1500 V DC) and includes Très Basse Tension (TBT: <= 50 V AC, <= 120 V DC). 'H' denotes Haute Tension (High Voltage).
3In the symbol taxonomy of standard NF C 18-510, what operational role is designated by the number '2'?
A.Exécutant électricien (executant worker under direct supervision)
B.Chargé de consignation (electrical lock-out / isolation officer)
C.Chargé de travaux (work leader responsible for directing team and site safety)
D.Chargé d'opérations spécifiques (specialist testing technician)
Explanation: In the NF C 18-510 classification, numeral '1' indicates an executant electrician (exécutant), while numeral '2' indicates a work leader (chargé de travaux). A B2 is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and supervising low-voltage work teams.
4What specific authority does the attribute letter 'V' confer to a low-voltage work leader holding symbol 'B2V' compared to 'B2'?
A.Authority to perform live working (travaux sous tension) without safety screens
B.Authority to carry out high-voltage switching in private substations
C.Authority to inspect and sign electrical compliance certificates for new buildings
D.Authority to conduct and supervise electrical work in the reinforced vicinity zone (Zone 4)
Explanation: The letter 'V' stands for 'Voisinage'. In low voltage, it authorizes the holder to carry out and supervise works inside Zone 4 (Zone de voisinage renforcé en BT: between 0 and 30 cm from uninsulated energized electrical parts) using required collective and personal protective equipment.
5What is the primary operational distinction between a 'Chargé de travaux' (B2) and a 'Chargé d'interventions générales en BT' (BR)?
A.B2 works exclusively on residential circuits, whereas BR works exclusively on industrial high-voltage grids
B.B2 leads a team carrying out planned electrical work, whereas BR performs short-duration, localized general low-voltage interventions and may direct one B1 assistant
C.B2 can independently isolate any high-voltage network, whereas BR can only replace light bulbs and fuses
D.B2 is an apprentice qualification, whereas BR is a managerial director qualification
Explanation: A B2 organizes and supervises planned electrical work with B1 executants. A BR performs short-duration, localized general low-voltage interventions such as troubleshooting, maintenance, connection, and testing, may direct one B1 assistant, and may perform mise en sécurité for that intervention. The 63 A figure is not a universal limit on every BR operation.
6According to INRS guide ED 6127 and standard NF C 18-510, what is the generally recommended periodicity for refresher training (recyclage) and review of B2V/BR habilitation?
A.Every 1 year
B.Every 2 years
C.Every 3 years
D.Every 5 years
Explanation: The employer defines the title's validity and reviews whether it remains appropriate. INRS recommends refresher training about every three years for ordinary operations, with earlier review or retraining when duties, installations, methods, standards, or the worker's practice change. The annual rule associated with TST should not be generalized to B2V/BR.
7Which occupational-health document is required for B2V reinforced-vicinity work and BR operations under the rules effective from 1 October 2025?
A.An attestation of absence of medical contraindications issued by the occupational physician, normally valid for five years
B.A fitness declaration signed personally by the employee certifying no heart conditions
C.A negative blood toxicological screening performed within the preceding 30 days
D.A standard certificate of general health issued by any general medical practitioner
Explanation: Since 1 October 2025, specified electrical operations—including B2V work in reinforced vicinity and BR operations—require an attestation of absence of medical contraindications. The occupational physician issues it, normally for five years. This replaced the older generic avis d'aptitude wording for these operations.
8An experienced electrician joins a new company holding a valid Titre d'Habilitation B2V/BR issued 6 months prior by their previous employer. What is the legal status of that title with the new employer?
A.It remains fully valid for the remaining 2.5 years across all electrical installations in France
B.It is valid provided the worker presents their original training certificate during onboarding
C.It is valid for BR general interventions, but invalid for B2V work leadership
D.It is completely void; the new employer must evaluate the worker and issue their own titre d'habilitation
Explanation: Habilitation is the current employer's recognition that the worker can safely perform specified operations on its installations. A previous employer's title does not authorize work for the new employer. The new employer must assess the assignment, competence, training evidence, site instructions, and any applicable current health attestation, then issue its own title.
9Which of the following operations is a non-electrician worker holding symbol 'B0' permitted to perform under standard NF C 18-510?
A.Replacing a defective circuit breaker inside an open distribution switchboard
B.Performing non-electrical tasks (e.g., painting, carpentry, or masonry) within Zone 1 (simple vicinity)
C.Testing for the absence of voltage on a busbar using a certified VAT tester
D.Connecting a new 32A three-phase socket outlet in an industrial workshop
Explanation: Symbol '0' designates non-electrical operations (travaux d'ordre non électrique). A B0 worker is trained in basic electrical risk awareness and permitted to perform non-electrical trades work (painting, masonry, cleaning) in the vicinity of low-voltage electrical installations (Zone 1). They must never perform electrical work.
10What is the primary role of an electrician holding symbol 'B1' or 'B1V' on a job site?
A.An autonomous site supervisor who can plan, coordinate, and sign work completion notices
B.A lock-out officer responsible for writing and signing attestations de consignation
C.An executant electrician who executes electrical tasks strictly under the direction of a B2/B2V work leader
D.An external auditor who verifies corporate compliance with French electrical standards
Explanation: In standard NF C 18-510, symbol '1' indicates an executant electrician (exécutant électricien). A B1 or B1V worker cannot work autonomously on works; they must always operate under the leadership of a Chargé de travaux (B2 or B2V) or assist a Chargé d'intervention (BR).

About the Habilitation B2V/BR Exam

Habilitation Électrique B2V/BR is an employer-issued French electrical authorization governed by NF C 18-510 and Labour Code Articles R.4544-9 to R.4544-11. B2/B2V leads low-voltage electrical work, with V covering reinforced vicinity. BR performs short-duration, localized general low-voltage interventions, may carry out mise en sécurité for that intervention, and may direct one B1 assistant. The 63 A AC and 32 A DC limits apply to specified connection or disconnection in the presence of voltage, not to every de-energized BR operation. Since 1 October 2025, B2V and BR are among the operations requiring a five-year occupational-physician attestation of absence of medical contraindications. This 100-question English-language MCQ bank is a study adaptation and cannot confer habilitation or replace practical evaluation.

Exam sponsor: Employer under French Labour Code and NF C 18-510, supported by an internal or external competent trainer's avis après formation. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Theoretical knowledge evaluation (covering electrical safety regulations, NF C 18-510 symbol rules, 5-step consignation, and electrical hazards) combined with hands-on practical operational assessments (simulated LV work leadership, VAT verification, Zone 4 supervision, and BR troubleshooting interventions).

Time Limit

No national duration; training and assessment are adapted to the worker's B2V/BR tasks, competence, and environment

Passing Score

At least 70% on the theoretical QCM; practical acceptance requires no major error and no more than two minor errors

Exam / Certification Fees

No central fee; any training and evaluation price is set by the employer or provider

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15%

Electrical Regulations, Legal Framework & Roles

French Labour Code (Code du travail R.4544-9 to 11), NF C 18-510, INRS ED 6127, employer responsibilities, the current health-attestation rule, symbol taxonomy, and role definitions.

25%

Consignation Procedure & Safety Documentation

5-step consignation sequence (séparation, condamnation, identification, VAT with certified tester, MALT/CC), Attestation de consignation pour travaux, Autorisation de travail, and Avis de fin de travail.

25%

B2/B2V Work Supervision & Leadership

Role of the chargé de travaux: receiving consignation, setting up the work zone, safety briefings, issuing work permits to B1/B1V executants, designating safety lookouts, Zone 4 supervision, and work completion protocols.

25%

BR General Interventions & Troubleshooting

Role of the chargé d'interventions générales en BT: short localized interventions, mise en sécurité, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, testing, and one B1 assistant; specific connection/disconnection limits in the presence of voltage are treated separately.

10%

Distance Zones, PPE & Emergency Response

Low-voltage safety zones, collective and personal protection, and the response sequence Protéger, Examiner, Faire alerter ou alerter, then Secourir.

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What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: At least 70% on the theoretical QCM; practical acceptance requires no major error and no more than two minor errors
  • Assessment: Theoretical knowledge evaluation (covering electrical safety regulations, NF C 18-510 symbol rules, 5-step consignation, and electrical hazards) combined with hands-on practical operational assessments (simulated LV work leadership, VAT verification, Zone 4 supervision, and BR troubleshooting interventions).
  • Time limit: No national duration; training and assessment are adapted to the worker's B2V/BR tasks, competence, and environment
  • Exam / certification fees: No central fee; any training and evaluation price is set by the employer or provider Official sources

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Habilitation B2V/BR: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master the 5 consignation steps in exact chronological order (Séparation, Condamnation, Identification, VAT, MALT/CC) and remember that multimeters are strictly prohibited for VAT.
2Understand the meaning of each character in habilitation symbols: Voltage domain (B = Low Voltage, H = High Voltage), Role (1 = Executant, 2 = Work leader, C = Consignation, R = General intervention, S = Basic intervention), and Attributes (V = Reinforced vicinity).
3Memorize the low-voltage safety zones: Zone 0 (> 3 m, investigation), Zone 1 (0.3 m to 3 m, simple vicinity), and Zone 4 (0 to 0.3 m, reinforced vicinity). Note that Zone 2 and Zone 3 do not exist in low voltage.
4Distinguish clearly between documentation: Attestation de consignation (given by BC to B2), Autorisation de travail (given by B2 to B1), Avis de fin de travail (returned by B2 to BC), and Ordre d'intervention (authorizing BR).
5Learn the exact specifications for Personal Protective Equipment (EPI): insulating gloves (Class 00 for 500V, Class 0 for 1000V) with mandatory pneumatic check before use, arc-flash face shield (écran facial), helmet, and 1000V-insulated hand tools (IEC 60900).
6Memorize the emergency sequence PAS: Protéger (disconnect power before touching victim), Alerter (call 15, 18, or 112), and Secourir (apply CPR / AED by qualified SST first-aiders).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the key difference between B2V and BR electrical habilitations?

A B2/B2V is a chargé de travaux who organizes and supervises teams of B1/B1V executants, with V covering reinforced vicinity. A BR performs short-duration, localized general low-voltage interventions, may carry out mise en sécurité for that intervention, and may direct one B1 assistant. The 63 A AC limit applies to specified connection or disconnection in the presence of voltage; it is not a blanket maximum for every de-energized BR operation.

Who officially issues the electrical habilitation title and how long is it valid?

Article R.4544-10 makes the employer responsible for issuing the title and defining its scope. The employer considers competence, the role-adapted theoretical and practical training opinion, assigned operations, and environment. B2V and BR also require the five-year occupational-physician attestation of absence of medical contraindications under the rules effective from 1 October 2025. The employer sets validity; INRS recommends refresher training about every three years for ordinary operations.

Can a B2/B2V work leader perform electrical consignation?

No. Under NF C 18-510, electrical consignation for planned works is the exclusive responsibility of the Chargé de Consignation (symbol BC). The B2 receives an 'Attestation de consignation pour travaux' from the BC before commencing any work. However, the B2 is responsible for verifying that consignation has been completed and, if not performed in their presence, conducting their own Voltage Absence Check (VAT) on the work site.

What are the 5 mandatory steps of electrical consignation under NF C 18-510?

The 5 distinct steps in chronological order are: 1. Séparation (isolation from all power sources with a visible break or positive contact indication); 2. Condamnation (locking the isolating device in the open position with padlocks and warning signs); 3. Identification (confirming the isolated circuit corresponds exactly to the planned installation); 4. VAT (Vérification d'Absence de Tension using an approved detector tested immediately before and after); and 5. MALT/CC (Mise à la terre et en court-circuit, mandatory in LV when there is risk of induced voltage, backfeed, or bare overhead lines).

What are the technical operating limits for a BR general intervention?

BR is a low-voltage symbol for short-duration, localized general interventions. For specified connection or disconnection in the presence of voltage, INRS states limits of 500 V AC or 750 V DC, 10 mm² copper or 16 mm² aluminium, and upstream protection of 63 A AC or 32 A DC, with the circuit off-load. Other BR work is normally de-energized and is classified by the exact task rather than a universal 63 A or 10 kW ceiling.

Does this practice question bank replace official NF C 18-510 training?

No. This is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official translation or format simulation. The real process requires role-adapted theoretical and practical training and evaluation, followed by an employer-issued title. Ordinary training may be delivered by a competent internal or external trainer; it is not accurate to call every provider state-accredited.