Practice Mechanical Journeyman Untimed (Dark Theme) 26 January 202418 January 2024 by hvacpracticetest.com Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. Practice Mechanical Journeyman Untimed (Dark Theme) Practice Mechanical Journeyman Untimed 1 / 50 1. In order for an alternative material, design or method of construction to be considered acceptable, it must be equivalent to the code based on all but which of the following criteria? A) durability B) economics C) fire resistance D) strength IMC 105.2 IMC 105.2 2 / 50 2. Grease duct systems serving type 1 hood, where enclosures are not required, shall have a clearance to combustible construction of not less than __________ inches A) 24 B) 18 C) 12 D) 3 3 / 50 3. Cooling towers shall be located to prevent ________________ from entering occupied spaces. A) Humidity B) Condensate C) Water D) Discharge vapor plumes 4 / 50 4. Potable water supplies to solar systems shall be protected against contamination in accordance with the . A) Clean Water Act of 1964 B) County health department C) International Plumbing Code D) State Environmental Agency IMC 1401.2 IMC 1401.2 5 / 50 5. When a building permit is issued, the construction documents shall be stamped . A) “Approved” B) “Reviewed for Code Compliance” C) “Approved for Construction” D) “Accepted as Reviewed” IMC 106.4.1 IMC 106.4.1 6 / 50 6. Floor furnaces shall be placed a minimum of ___________ inches from the nearest wall. A) 12 B) 8 C) 6 D) 4 7 / 50 7. Studs used in nonbearing partitions are permitted to be cut or notched to a maximum depth of percent of the stud depth. A) 40 B) 25 C) 60 D) 33 1/3 IMC 302.3.2 IMC 302.3.2 8 / 50 8. Mechanical systems in structures located in flood hazard areas shall be located at or above the . A) highest flood stage B) 100 year flood level C) elevation required by the IBC D) high water level IMC 301.16 IMC 301.16 9 / 50 9. The location of cooling towers on the property shall be as required in accordance with the International _____________ Code. A) Zoning B) Building C) Fire D) Mechanical 10 / 50 10. Appliances shall not be installed in a location where they may be subject to mechanical damage unless they are . A) protected by approved barriers B) approved by the code official C) braced and anchored to the structural framing D) elevated at least 18 inches above the floor IMC 303.4 IMC 303.4 11 / 50 11. Where natural ventilation is used, the maximum rated output capacity of hydrogen generating appliances shall not exceed 4 standard cubic feet per minute of hydrogen for each square feet of floor area. A) 100 B) 250 C) 750 D) 500 IMC 304.5.1 IMC 304.5.1 12 / 50 12. Drains, overflows and blowdown provisions for cooling towers shall be _____________ connected to an approved disposal system. A) Carefully B) Temporarily C) Indirectly D) Directly 13 / 50 13. The minimum flash point of the actual heat transfer fluid utilized in a solar system shall be ˚F above the design maximum nonoperating temperature of the fluid attained in the collector. A) 70 B) 60 C) 40 D) 50 IMC 1403.1 IMC 1403.1 14 / 50 14. Where a relief valve is required in a solar energy system, the valve shall be set at a maximum of percent of the nameplate pressure rating. A) 90 B) 75 C) 110 D) 100 IMC 1402.3.1, 1006.4 IMC 1402.3.1, 1006.4 15 / 50 15. The code official has the authority to __________ the provisions of the code. A) interpret B) violate C) waive D) ignore IMC 104.1 IMC 104.1 16 / 50 16. At an underground inspection where the excavated soil contains rocks, broken concrete or rubble, is required on the job site. A) an environmental permit B) clean backfill C) a means of debris removal D) compaction equipment IMC 107.2 #1 IMC 107.2 #1 17 / 50 17. Roof-mounted solar collectors that serve as the roof covering shall conform to the requirements of the for roof coverings. A) International Building Code B) International Residential Code C) International Fire Code D) National Roofing Council IMC 1402.8.1.3 IMC 1402.8.1.3 18 / 50 18. Unless the factory-built fireplace system has been specifically tested, listed and labeled for the installation, ____________ shall not be installed. A) Chimney offsets B) Gasketed fireplace doors C) A tight-fitting damper D) A rain cap 19 / 50 19. Provisions of an appendix do not apply unless . A) relevant to fire or life safety B) specifically adopted C) applicable to unique conditions D) specified in the code IMC 102.2.1 IMC 102.2.1 20 / 50 20. Where the depth of an excavation housing an appliance exceeds 12 inches below the adjoining grade, the walls of the pit or excavation shall be lined with concrete or masonry extending a minimum of inches above adjoining grade. A) 8 B) 4 C) 10 D) 12 IMC 303.7 IMC 303.7 21 / 50 21. Every occupied space shall be ventilated by natural or ____________ means A) controlled B) artificial C) filtered D) mechanical 22 / 50 22. Once a permit has expired because the authorized work was not commenced or was suspended/abandoned, a new permit may be issued at one-half the amount required for a new permit, provided the work has not been abandoned for more than . A) 30 days B) 180 days C) 90 days D) one year IMC 106.4.3 IMC 106.4.3 23 / 50 23. Notches in the top or bottom of solid wood joists shall not be located in the middle of the span. A) 1/4 B) 1/3 C) 1/8 D) 1/2 IMC 302.3.1 IMC 302.3.1 24 / 50 24. The board of appeals is not authorized to rule on an appeal based on a claim that . A) a better form of construction is provided B) the provisions of the code do not fully apply C) the rules have been incorrectly interpreted D) a code requirement should be waived IMC 109.1 and 109.1.1 IMC 109.1 and 109.1.1 25 / 50 25. A mechanical system that constitutes a fire or health hazard shall be declared . A) a fire hazard B) unlawful C) a nuisance D) an unsafe system IMC 108.7 IMC 108.7 26 / 50 26. Walls enclosing occupiable rooms where food is stored, served or sold shall be constructed to protect against the entrance of in accordance with the building code. A) termites B) moisture C) outside air D) rodents IMC 301.17 IMC 301.17 27 / 50 27. Vented wall furnaces shall be located so that a door swing maintains a minimum clearance of ______ inches from any air inlet. A) 2 B) 6 C) 12 D) 18 28 / 50 28. Which of the following appliances must be tested in accordance with UL 730? A) Fireplace stoves B) Oil-fired vented wall heaters C) Unvented gas log heaters D) Factory-built barbecues 29 / 50 29. Appliances located in private garages and carports shall be installed with a minimum clearance of ___________ feet (1829 mm) above the floor. A) 5 B) 9 C) 6 D) 8 30 / 50 30. The quality of water supplied to evaporative cooling equipment shall be in accordance with the ________. A) Regulating authority B) Listing of the pump C) International Plumbing Code D) Equipment manufacturers recommendation 31 / 50 31. Only in an emergency situation that poses an immediate hazard to life or property is the code official authorized to _______________. A) post a stop work order B) condemn the installation C) declare the installation unsafe D) require disconnection of utility service 32 / 50 32. Tests performed by __________ may be required by the code official where there is insufficient evidence of code compliance. A) An approved agency B) The owner C) Design professional D) The contractor 33 / 50 33. The maximum length of an electrical bonding jumper for a corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) system is feet. A) 25 B) 150 C) 100 D) 75 IFGC 310.2.3 IFGC 310.2.3 34 / 50 34. Holes bored in solid wood joists shall be located not less than inch(es) from the top and bottom joist. A) 1-1/2 B) 1/2 C) 2 D) 1 IFGC 302.3.2 IFGC 302.3.2 35 / 50 35. If the permit has not been issued, an application for a permit is considered abandoned __________ days after the date of filing. A) 180 B) 120 C) 90 D) 45 36 / 50 36. An automatic appliance shut-off device is required for condensate pumps located . A) in a basement B) in an attic C) more than 10 feet from the condensing appliance D) in a mechanical room IFGC 307.6 IFGC 307.6 37 / 50 37. Unless otherwise protected from impact, appliances located in a public garage shall be installed a minimum of feet above the floor. A) 8 B) 10 C) 15 D) 12 IFGC 305.4 IFGC 305.4 38 / 50 38. One set of construction documents shall be kept __________ while work is in progress. A) With building owner B) With original designer C) At the job site D) With the contractor 39 / 50 39. Where an appliance is located in an attic, a is required at the access opening to the attic passageway. A) light switch B) level work surface C) receptacle outlet D) luminaire IFGC 306.3.1 IFGC 306.3.1 40 / 50 40. The code official is authorized to accept reports of inspection by ____________. A) Specialized contractors B) Registered design professionals C) Approved agencies or individuals D) Special inspectors 41 / 50 41. Appliances in structures located in flood hazard areas shall be located at or above the . A) 100-year flood level B) Freeboard C) High water level D) Elevation required by the IBC IFGC 301.11 IFGC 301.11 42 / 50 42. Which of the following individuals is not qualified to serve on the Board of Appeals for the IFGC? A) A single-family dwelling home owner B) An electrical contractor with at least 10 years of experience, 5 of which the contractor was responsible for the work C) A registered design professional who is a registered architect D) A registered design professional with fuel gas and plumbing engineering experience 43 / 50 43. _________ provide supporting documentation to verify that an alternative material or assembly complies with the intent of the code. A) Manufacturer's instructions B) Inspection reports C) Construction documents D) Research reports 44 / 50 44. Where a screen is installed at a combustion air opening, the mesh size shall not be smaller than inch. A) 3/8 B) 1/4 C) 1/8 D) 1/2 IFGC 304.10 IFGC 304.10 45 / 50 45. Catwalks installed to provide the required access to rooftop equipment shall be a minimum of inches wide. A) 36 B) 30 C) 18 D) 24 IFGC 306.5 IFGC 306.5 46 / 50 46. Appliances having an ignition sources shall be elevated such that the ignition source is not less than inches above the floor in a private garage. A) 18 B) 30 C) 12 D) 6 IFGC 305.3 IFGC 305.3 47 / 50 47. Where a reduction in clearance to combustible materials is permitted, the side clearance for an appliance is permitted to be reduced from 12 inches to a minimum of inches by installing No. 24 gage galvanized sheet metal with a ventilated air space A) 9 B) 3 C) 4 D) 6 IFGC 308.2 IFGC 308.2 48 / 50 48. In bearing partitions, any wood stud is permitted to be cut or notched to a depth not exceeding percent of its width. A) 40 B) 10 C) 50 D) 25 IFGC 302.3.3 IFGC 302.3.3 49 / 50 49. When installed in a bedroom, a single wall-mounted unvented room heater is limited to an input rating not greater than Btu/h. A) 6,000 B) 10,000 C) 5,000 D) 8,000 IFGC 303.3, Item 4 IFGC 303.3, Item 4 50 / 50 50. Notches in the flange of a cold-formed steel stud in a bearing wall A) must be at least 16 inches from the bearing end B) are not allowed C) must be spaced at least 24 inches D) cannot exceed 3 inches in length IFGC 302.6 IFGC 302.6 Your score is Share your results with your friends LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
