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If you encounter a down drafting chimney , you should NOT : A) open doors and windows in the home B) ask the homeowner to turn off air conditioners and fans C) seal the face of the opening D) insert the vacuum hose - ✔✔B) ask the homeowner to turn off air conditioners and fans (we think) Utilize some type of protective sleeve around ____ rods to prevent becoming entangled. A) fiberglass B) spinning C) rattan D) metal - ✔✔B) spinning Barometric damper's are used to: A) prevent excessive draft in appliances B) reduce flow C) minimize the stack effect D) eliminate wind induced downdraft - ✔✔A) Prevent excessive draft in appliances A catalytic combustor works to lower the ignition temperature of the escaping gases to approximately: A) 212°F B) 500°F C) 1100°F D) 1700°F - ✔✔B) 500°F
Position the base of the ladder 1 foot from the building for every ____ feet of vertical height between the base and the roof contact point. A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 - ✔✔D) 4 What does readily accessible areas mean in the chimney inspection process? A) areas that can be reached for inspection or maintenance without the use of tools or ladders. B) areas that are assessable when panels are removed C) areas that can easily be opened, removed, or destroyed for inspection purposes D) inspections that can easily be performed using roof access and safety gear - ✔✔A) areas that can be reached for inspection or maintenance without the use of tools or ladders Buckled interior baffles on a woodstove can: A) admit access air B) eliminate a flow reversal C) inhibit the flow of gases out of the stove D) reduce emissions - ✔✔C) inhibit the flow of gasses out of the stove What level of inspection required every time you sweep a chimney? A) level I B) level II C) level III D) level IV - ✔✔A) Level I The standard for solid fuel type room heaters is: A) UL 103 B) UL 1482
A) 12
B) 24
C) 36
D) 48 - ✔✔C) 36
The three types of heat transfer are: A) conduction, latent and radiation B) radiation, convection, and sensible C) sensible, radiant, and thermal D) radiation, conduction, and convection - ✔✔D) radiation, conduction, convection During a level I inspection you would not be expected to make a note of ____ in your report. a) broken appliance parts B) evidence of a smoking fireplace C) lack of a fire stop D) inadequate floor protection - ✔✔C) lack of a fire stop The type of inspection performed shall be based on the: A) circumstances that give rise to the inspection B) date of construction C) degree of access required to complete the inspection D) inspectors analysis of the fuel supply - ✔✔A) circumstances that give rise to the inspection Ideal location for chimneys inventing systems is: A) outside the building envelope B) inside the building envelope C) behind the D) on an exterior wall - ✔✔B) inside the building envelope
According to NFPA 211 a qualified agency is defined as: A) someone who has experience in the connection, inspection and repair of heat producing appliances B) someone that is licensed by the state in which he or she is conducting business C) someone that is a certified chimney sweep by CSIA and has at least 10 years of actual experience D) none of the above - ✔✔A) someone who has experience in the connection inspection and repair of heat producing appliances Most fireplaces system odors occur in: A) colder months B) higher altitudes C) larger chimneys D) summer months - ✔✔D) summer months What is one hazard to the technician inherent to using a rotary sweeping system? A) entanglement in spinning rods or tools B) increase chance of contracting histoplasmosis C) more time climbing D) increased exposure to cancer-causing aromatic hydrocarbons - ✔✔A). Entanglement in spinning rods or tools. Chimney downdrafts are accelerated in which of the following conditions? A) warmer weather B) higher humidity in the home C) lower humidity in the home D) higher barometric pressure in the home - ✔✔C) lower humidity in the home Which of the following may cause premature deterioration of a masonry chimney flue liner? A) a modern oil fired appliance, installed in an exterior wall chimney with oversize flue tile liner
D) will not be slippery when wet - ✔✔B) break easily, and can be extremely slippery What is the primary concern regarding aromatic hydrocarbons? A) they are known carcinogens B) they are associated with rabies C) they can severely burn your skin D) they produce a pungent creosote odor - ✔✔A) they are known carcinogens Chimney technicians use vacuums to primarily control ___ during the sweeping process. A) ash B) volatile organic compounds C) dust D) smokes - ✔✔C) dust Only the authority having jurisdiction can ___ an installation. A) list B) approve C) certify D) label - ✔✔B) approve One difference between liquid propane and natural gas is: A) the ignition temperature of liquid propane is higher than natural gas B) liquid propane is heavier than air and will fall in puddles. while natural gas is lighter than the surrounding air, and will rise. C) natural gas has 2500 BTUs per cubic foot of gas or liquid propane gas has 1000 BTUs per cubic foot D) natural gas is considered to be more dangerous because it has a lower limit of flammability - ✔✔B) liquid propane is heavier than air and will fall in puddle, well, natural gas is lighter than the surrounding area and will rise
How many evenly space screws should be used in each joint of a single wall connector pipe? A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 5 - ✔✔B) three When sweeping a flue that has been relined with a stainless steel liner system, you should NOT: a) utilize rotary chains as a sweeping method B) check for sagging or misshaped thimbles C) Look for insulation inside the liner D) watch out for loose screws and pop rivets - ✔✔A) utilize rotary chains as a sweeping method Video scanning is NOT a required part of ___ chimney inspection. A) Level I B) Level II C) Level III D) any - ✔✔A) Level I (Or it could be any. A level 2 requires an inspection ' by video or other means') Anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening condition that can be caused by: A) lightning strikes B) electrocution C) insect stings D) Falling brick - ✔✔C) insect stings Which of the following is NOT something you should look for when examining the firebox? A) signs of heavy use B) cracked brick
A) NFPA 54
B) NFPA 211
C) UL 1482
D) manufactures instruction, or data plate on the appliance - ✔✔D) Manufacturers instruction or data plate on the appliance To fully understand the inspection requirements, a thorough understanding of the following terms is critical: A) freely accessible, openly accessible, and non accessible B) readily accessible, openly accessible, and non-readily accessible C) freely accessible, accessible, and non-openly accessible D) readily accessible, accessible, and non accessible - ✔✔D) readily accessible, accessible, and non accessible The ____ sets requirements based on their concept of what constitutes a safe installation. A) homeowner B) building inspector C) fire official D) authority having jurisdiction - ✔✔D) authority having jurisdiction A smoke stained fireplace façade is strong evidence of a: A) parged mortar lining B) rusted damper C) chimney performance problem D) cracked flue liner - ✔✔C) chimney performance problem In what location of a building does a natural draft chimney or venting system perform best? A) inside the building envelope B) outside the building envelope C) adjacent to the building envelope
D) below the building envelope - ✔✔A) inside the building envelope Which of the following is NOT true of rotary sweeping systems? A) chains can be used when a heavy creosote glaze exists B) spinning sweeping tools may be weed eater line, stainless steel cables or chains C) they are highly effective when used on tacky sticky creosote D) they should be used with caution, so that loose clothing does not get caught in the mechanism - ✔✔C) they are highly effective when used on tacky sticky creosote When walking on roofs avoid ___ areas that may indicate a weak roof. A) valley B) ridge C) sunken D) hip - ✔✔C) sunken When a fireplace insert is properly installed and operated, it should result in the following benefits: A) increased heat output, larger flame pattern, and cleaner glass on the door B) conservation of fuel, reduced creosote buildup and less pollution C) reduced creosote buildup, increased heat output, and less ash in firebox D) conservation of fuel, cleaner doors glass, and more ash in firebox - ✔✔C) reduced creosote buildup, increased heat output, and less ash in firebox A chemical alteration of fuel molecules as a result of the application of heat is known as: A) charcoal B) oxidation C) turbulence D) pyrolysis - ✔✔D) pyrolysis What is recommended for positioning a ladder?
B) must follow NFPA 211 c) must follow the manufacturers instructions D) must follow the IRC - ✔✔A) can set and enforce their own standards When sweeping a flue from the roof, what should you do if the flue contains a great deal of dusty material? A) push the brush down the flue slowly B) remove your respirator C) push the brush down the flue in quick motions D) turn off the vacuum below - ✔✔A) push the brush down the flue slowly What is the primary hazard associated with using an aluminum ladder? A) they conduct electricity B) deterioration from iron oxidation C) slippery when wet D) difficult to level - ✔✔A) they conduct electricity Which of the following is part of a level I inspection of a fireplace? A) accessible areas of a crawlspace B) proper clearance to combustibles and then accessible basement C) hearth extension sizing and condition D) chimney wall material and thickness - ✔✔C) hearth extension sizing and condition Accidents resulting in the loss of an eye, amputation or inpatient hospitalization, must be reported to OSHA within ____ hours. A) 2 B) 8 C) 12 D) 24 - ✔✔D) 24
Prior to setting a ladder, walk around the house to be sure that: A) you have placed ladder in the highest possible position B) you have chosen the best location C) the ladder legs can be placed with one leg on soft ground and one leg on a hard surface, such as a sidewalk D) the ladder is placed on the windward side of the home - ✔✔B) have chosen the best location How is the house stack effect condition best described? A) the cold air from outside the home sinks into the chimney flue B) the neutral pressure plane of the home rises to the highest level of the house C) the heated air inside the home, rises to the highest level of the house and escapes through various leakage areas D) cold air escapes through various leakage areas near the bottom of the house - ✔✔C) the heated air inside the home, rises to the highest level of the house and escapes through various leakage areas Which of the following is a guideline for single wall connector installation? A) connectors may pass the floors or ceilings B) connector should be joined with two sheet metal screws C) horizontal connector sections should be installed with seams on the top D) horizontal connector sections should be installed with seams on the bottom - ✔✔C) horizontal connector sections should be installed with seams on the top What is the second stage in the combustion process of solid fuel? A) moisture evaporation B) gas vapor ignition and combustion C) char burning D) vaporization of hydrocarbons - ✔✔D) vaporization of hydrocarbons The inner wall for type b vent is ____ while the inner wall for type L vent is ____.
A) replaced with a new elbow B) reassembled and reinstalled using heat resistant foil tape C) reassembled and reinstalled using self tapping sheet metal screws D) replaced with a double wall elbow - ✔✔A) replaced with a new elbow The ____ establishes minimum regulations for one and two family dwellings and townhomes, using prescriptive provisions. A) international fuel gas code B) international building code C) international residential code D) international mechanical code - ✔✔C) international residential code When sweeping a flue after a chimney fire: A) inform the homeowner a chimney fire signals the need for a level II inspection as NFPA 211 B) inform the homeowner a chimney fire signals the need for a level III inspection as NFPA 211 C) wear away any blockages by scraping the upper side of the blockage with an oversize brush D) the flue will have a uniform level of cleanliness or remaining deposits - ✔✔A) inform the homeowner a chimney fire signals the need for a level II inspection as NFPA 211 If you increase the size of the flue, the most important effect will be: A) increased flow capacity B) increased draft C) reduced fluid capacity D) increased smoke density - ✔✔D) increased smoke density (Or increased flow capacity?) In a stove, a baffle is a: A) special rope-like seal positioned around the loading door and the ash door to prevent leakage B) metal grid-like structure where fuel can be placed in elevated from the bottom of the stove
C) an object placed in an appliance to change the direction, extend the path, or slow the flow of air, air fuel mixtures or flue gases located between the firebox and the stove outlet D) primary opening, located near the top of the stove that allows initial entry of air for the burning of fuel - ✔✔C) an object placed in an appliance to change the direction, extend the path, or slow the flow of air, air fuel mixtures or flue gases located between the firebox and the stove outlet NFPA 211 recommends that all chimneys, fireplaces, and vents be inspected annually. In addition to this requirement, there are other times when chimney and venting systems should be inspected, such as: A) whenever changes are made to a chimney or vent system B) prior to waterproofing, re-pointing, or installing an antenna on a chimney C) upon building of a new construction chimney or fireplace D) whenever the authority having jurisdiction is in the area - ✔✔A) whenever changes are made to a chimney or vent system If roof access is required for your level of inspection, a best practice would be to: A) find the closest roof access to your service vehicle B) complete a 360 degree look of the property before setting your ladders C) find the chimney and try to put the ladder on the chimney if possible D) complete a 360 degree look in front of the chimney before climbing onto the roof - ✔✔B) complete a 360 degree look of the property before setting your ladders Prior to sweeping a chimney, it is important to: A) rotate screw connection rods in a counter-clockwise direction to make sure they are secure B) wear a respirator to prevent breathing in soot or ash C) wear ear protection to prevent being distracted by the noise of falling debris D) keep a loose grip on the rod so it will slide easier in the flue - ✔✔B) wear a respirator to prevent breathing in soot or ash Which of these actions would constitute a Level III inspection? A) pulling a rope on pull down stairs to access an attic B) setting a ladder and going on the roof to inspect the flashing
Which of the following will NOT contribute to depressurization of the house, possibly resulting in a flow reversal? A a second chimney operating in the home B) exhaust fans operating in the home C) poorly sealed ducting systems D) chimney located outside of zone of turbulence - ✔✔D) chimney located outside of zone of turbulence The Standard for Fireplaces, Chimneys, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances is: A) NFPA 31 B) NFPA 54 C) NFPA 211 D) NFPA 921 - ✔✔C) NFPA 211 What amount of tar glazed creosote would indicate the need for sweeping? A) any amount B) 1/8 inch C) 1/4 inch D) 3/8 inch - ✔✔B) 1/8 inch If you find old, unused thimbles with metal "pie plate-like" covers during your inspection, you should. A) recommend to the homeowner these be replaced with bricks and mortar B) push the cover out of the wall with a brush C) be sure to leave them uncovered during the sweeping process D) avoid using a vacuum during the sweeping process - ✔✔A) recommend to the homeowner these be replaced with bricks and mortar The best defense against histoplasmosis is to wear: A) a respirator B) eye protection
c) a hard hat D) steel-toed boots - ✔✔A) a respirator In what area should the control key be located for gas logs and lighters? A) inside the firebox B) outside of the firebox C) outside the home D) inside the area below the firebox - ✔✔B) outside of the firebox Sweeping a fireplace chimney with a downdraft can cause.: A) carbon monoxide to enter the home B) air and dust to enter the home C) ashes to get caught in the smoke shelf D) a fireplace damper to get jammed - ✔✔B) air and dust to enter the home Which of the following indicates a problem with firing technique of a wood-burning system? A) firebricks in the appliance firebox that are tan in color B) Steel parts of the firebox that are coated with black and shiny creosote C) instant ignition of a new load of wood D) a glass door that is clear or hazy - ✔✔B) Steel parts of the firebox that are coated with black and shiny creosote Chimney technicians are at greater risk for_____ due to exposure to creosote and soot. A) certain cancers B) diabetes C) mesothelioma D) stroke - ✔✔A) certain cancers What type of chimney could a UL 127 factory built freplace utllize?
