FDNY COF P-98 Comprehensive Final Review 2026 | 100%
Accurate Answers
1. What is the amount of BTU released when one pound of carbon is
combusted?
10,000 BTU
12,000 BTU
8,000 BTU
5,000 BTU
2. If a diesel generator is not test run weekly as recommended, what potential
issue could arise related to fuel oil combustion?
Improved fuel efficiency
Reduced emissions
Increased risk of malfunction during operation
Enhanced safety measures
3. One boiler horsepower equals:
24,375 Btu/hr
33,475 Btu/hr
3,412 Btu/hr
15,552 Btu/hr
12,000 Btu/hr
,4. In a scenario where a fuel oil burner is experiencing low combustion
efficiency, how might the installation of firebrick material affect the burner’s
performance?
It would likely decrease efficiency by trapping heat.
It could improve combustion efficiency by reflecting heat back into
the combustion chamber.
It would have no effect on combustion efficiency.
It would only affect the burner’s structural integrity.
5. Describe the significance of boiler horsepower in the context of fuel oil
combustion.
Boiler horsepower indicates the temperature of the combustion
process.
Boiler horsepower refers to the amount of fuel consumed by the
boiler.
Boiler horsepower measures the capacity of a boiler to produce
steam, which is essential for efficient fuel oil combustion.
Boiler horsepower is a measure of the pressure within the boiler
system.
6. Describe how the power output of small portable diesel generators can
impact their use in construction settings.
Small portable diesel generators are primarily used for heating
purposes in construction.
Small portable diesel generators are only used for lighting in
construction.
The power output of small portable diesel generators, typically
ranging from 1 to 10 kW, makes them suitable for powering tools and
, equipment on construction sites.
The power output is irrelevant to their use in construction settings.
7. What is the standard amount of air required for the combustion of one gallon
of fuel oil?
About 10,000 BTUs
Approximately 14,000 to 15,000 BTUs
Less than 5,000 BTUs
Around 20,000 BTUs
8. Approximately 96% to 99.75% of fuel oil is composed of:
hydrogen and carbon
methane and propane
sulphur, oxygen and nitrogen
Manufactured oil
9. If a new fuel oil tank room is being constructed and the automatic sprinkler
system installed weighs only 80 pounds, what action should be taken to
comply with New York City construction codes?
The system can be replaced with a fire extinguisher.
The weight requirement can be adjusted based on the room size.
The sprinkler system should be upgraded to meet the 100-pound
minimum weight requirement.
No action is needed as the weight is sufficient.
Accurate Answers
1. What is the amount of BTU released when one pound of carbon is
combusted?
10,000 BTU
12,000 BTU
8,000 BTU
5,000 BTU
2. If a diesel generator is not test run weekly as recommended, what potential
issue could arise related to fuel oil combustion?
Improved fuel efficiency
Reduced emissions
Increased risk of malfunction during operation
Enhanced safety measures
3. One boiler horsepower equals:
24,375 Btu/hr
33,475 Btu/hr
3,412 Btu/hr
15,552 Btu/hr
12,000 Btu/hr
,4. In a scenario where a fuel oil burner is experiencing low combustion
efficiency, how might the installation of firebrick material affect the burner’s
performance?
It would likely decrease efficiency by trapping heat.
It could improve combustion efficiency by reflecting heat back into
the combustion chamber.
It would have no effect on combustion efficiency.
It would only affect the burner’s structural integrity.
5. Describe the significance of boiler horsepower in the context of fuel oil
combustion.
Boiler horsepower indicates the temperature of the combustion
process.
Boiler horsepower refers to the amount of fuel consumed by the
boiler.
Boiler horsepower measures the capacity of a boiler to produce
steam, which is essential for efficient fuel oil combustion.
Boiler horsepower is a measure of the pressure within the boiler
system.
6. Describe how the power output of small portable diesel generators can
impact their use in construction settings.
Small portable diesel generators are primarily used for heating
purposes in construction.
Small portable diesel generators are only used for lighting in
construction.
The power output of small portable diesel generators, typically
ranging from 1 to 10 kW, makes them suitable for powering tools and
, equipment on construction sites.
The power output is irrelevant to their use in construction settings.
7. What is the standard amount of air required for the combustion of one gallon
of fuel oil?
About 10,000 BTUs
Approximately 14,000 to 15,000 BTUs
Less than 5,000 BTUs
Around 20,000 BTUs
8. Approximately 96% to 99.75% of fuel oil is composed of:
hydrogen and carbon
methane and propane
sulphur, oxygen and nitrogen
Manufactured oil
9. If a new fuel oil tank room is being constructed and the automatic sprinkler
system installed weighs only 80 pounds, what action should be taken to
comply with New York City construction codes?
The system can be replaced with a fire extinguisher.
The weight requirement can be adjusted based on the room size.
The sprinkler system should be upgraded to meet the 100-pound
minimum weight requirement.
No action is needed as the weight is sufficient.
