🛠️ NYCHA Maintenance Worker Practice Exam
QUESTIONS WITH CORRRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |INSTANT
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1. What is the first step before performing any maintenance
task?
A. Turn off utilities if required
B. Ask the resident what to do
C. Start without preparing
D. Grab any tool
Rationale: Safety and preparation are essential before
beginning work.
2. A screwdriver is used for:
A. Cutting wood
B. Driving screws
C. Painting walls
D. Measuring length
Rationale: A screwdriver’s main function is to insert or remove
screws.
3. What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you
always wear when handling hazardous materials?
,A. Sunglasses
B. Gloves and goggles
C. Flip flops
D. T-shirt only
Rationale: PPE protects workers from exposure to hazards.
4. Before working on electrical panels you should:
A. Leave it energized
B. Guess the problem
C. De-energize the circuit
D. Spray water
Rationale: De-energizing prevents shocks.
5. A common sign of a water leak is:
A. Stains on ceiling
B. Loud music
C. Broken tiles
D. Cool air
Rationale: Water stains indicate moisture intrusion.
6. A multimeter is used to measure:
A. Paint thickness
B. Voltage and current
,C. Pipe diameter
D. Room temperature
Rationale: Multimeters measure electrical properties.
7. Which fire extinguisher is used for electrical fires?
A. Water
B. Foam
C. CO₂
D. Cooking oil
Rationale: CO₂ extinguishers are safe for electrical fires.
8. When replacing a light bulb, always ensure:
A. The bulb matches the fixture wattage
B. The circuit is off
C. You wear gloves
D. All of the above
Rationale: Electrical safety and correct bulb specs matter.
9. A plunger is best used for:
A. Tightening bolts
B. Clearing toilet clogs
C. Cutting pipes
D. Painting
, Rationale: Plungers generate suction to clear blockages.
10. When a resident reports a pest problem, you should first:
A. Use any pesticide you have
B. Document and report the issue
C. Ignore it
D. Spray randomly
Rationale: Proper documentation ensures correct action.
11. The purpose of OSHA is to:
A. Sell tools
B. Ensure worker safety
C. Paint buildings
D. Offer loans
Rationale: OSHA sets safety standards.
12. A GFCI outlet is used to prevent:
A. Broken bulbs
B. Electrical shock
C. Pipe leaks
D. Loud noises
Rationale: GFCIs trip to protect against shocks.
QUESTIONS WITH CORRRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the first step before performing any maintenance
task?
A. Turn off utilities if required
B. Ask the resident what to do
C. Start without preparing
D. Grab any tool
Rationale: Safety and preparation are essential before
beginning work.
2. A screwdriver is used for:
A. Cutting wood
B. Driving screws
C. Painting walls
D. Measuring length
Rationale: A screwdriver’s main function is to insert or remove
screws.
3. What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you
always wear when handling hazardous materials?
,A. Sunglasses
B. Gloves and goggles
C. Flip flops
D. T-shirt only
Rationale: PPE protects workers from exposure to hazards.
4. Before working on electrical panels you should:
A. Leave it energized
B. Guess the problem
C. De-energize the circuit
D. Spray water
Rationale: De-energizing prevents shocks.
5. A common sign of a water leak is:
A. Stains on ceiling
B. Loud music
C. Broken tiles
D. Cool air
Rationale: Water stains indicate moisture intrusion.
6. A multimeter is used to measure:
A. Paint thickness
B. Voltage and current
,C. Pipe diameter
D. Room temperature
Rationale: Multimeters measure electrical properties.
7. Which fire extinguisher is used for electrical fires?
A. Water
B. Foam
C. CO₂
D. Cooking oil
Rationale: CO₂ extinguishers are safe for electrical fires.
8. When replacing a light bulb, always ensure:
A. The bulb matches the fixture wattage
B. The circuit is off
C. You wear gloves
D. All of the above
Rationale: Electrical safety and correct bulb specs matter.
9. A plunger is best used for:
A. Tightening bolts
B. Clearing toilet clogs
C. Cutting pipes
D. Painting
, Rationale: Plungers generate suction to clear blockages.
10. When a resident reports a pest problem, you should first:
A. Use any pesticide you have
B. Document and report the issue
C. Ignore it
D. Spray randomly
Rationale: Proper documentation ensures correct action.
11. The purpose of OSHA is to:
A. Sell tools
B. Ensure worker safety
C. Paint buildings
D. Offer loans
Rationale: OSHA sets safety standards.
12. A GFCI outlet is used to prevent:
A. Broken bulbs
B. Electrical shock
C. Pipe leaks
D. Loud noises
Rationale: GFCIs trip to protect against shocks.
