Electrics & Electronics: Electrical Principles: Electrical testing procedures
Using a non-powered test light
 
Non-powered test lamps are very useful to determine a live part of a circuit.
 
Using a lead light
 
Also known as drop lights or utility lights, the light they produce can make locating components and faults easier and more accurate.
 
Using a DVOM to measure continuity
 
When checking continuity with a DVOM, the power supplied to the circuit during operation MUST be switched OFF.
 
Using a DVOM to measure voltage Always follow the specific manufacturer's instructions in the use of the meter, or serious damage either to the meter and/or to the electrical circuit could result.