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MASSACHUSETTS OIL BURNER LICENSE NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL
EXAM TEST BANK 400 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
T/F: Any oil tank, oil burner, oil burner control or wiring related to an oil
burner that has been exposed to fire and is suspected of being
damaged shall be made inoperative by the Head of the Fire Department
who shall so notify the owner or occupant of the building or structure.
Said installation shall not be operated until approved by the Head of the
Fire Department.
True
T/F: Any person removing a fuel oil storage tank from inside a building
for a purpose other than replacement or repair, shall remove all fill and
vent pipes.
True
T/F: Fuel oil shall not be delivered to a storage tank by means of a pump
or under pressure in any case where a tight connection is made
between the discharge line and the tank inlet, unless such storage tank
is designed to withstand the additional stress to which it may be
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subjected or unless the vent pipe for such tank is of sufficient size to
relieve the tank of any undo pressure in excess of five psi.
True
T/F: A permit is required to take oil delivery for a new installation.
False. Fuel oil may be delivered without a permit being in effect
whenever an oil burner installation is first made provided that an
application has been made.
Does code permit cross connecting multiple oil supply tanks?
Yes. Cross connection of oil supply and return lines to two or more
supply tanks to the same burner shall be acceptable and shall be made
by a pipe no smaller than ½ inch iron pipe or ½ inch O.D. tubing.
Can multiple supply tanks share vent and fill piping?
Yes. Two supply tanks may be provided with a single fill and a single
vent provided: (a) The fill and vent pipes are not connected to the same
tank; (b) The crossover pipe is a minimum two inch diameter with swing
joints and a ground joint union; (c) The vent to the outside is a
minimum two inch diameter.
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What do oil tanks need to be mounted on?
Tanks shall be mounted on a continuous concrete slab extending eight
inches beyond the perimeter of the tank or tanks.
What is required of tanks installed inside garages?
When tanks are installed inside garages or other areas subject to
vehicular impact, physical barriers shall be provided. The physical
barrier shall consist of substantial pipes, or similar barriers.
How should tanks outside of building be mounted?
(1) Tanks installed outside of buildings shall be mounted on a
continuous concrete slab at least four inches in thickness and extending
eight inches beyond the perimeter of the tank or tanks.
(2) Tanks installed outside of buildings shall be securely supported by
rigid noncombustible supports to prevent settling, sliding or lifting.
How far must vent pipes be from any building openings?
Vent pipes shall terminate outside of buildings at a point not less than
two feet (0.6m) measured vertically or horizontally from any building
opening.
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How far must vent pipes be from grade?
Vent pipes shall terminate at least three feet from grade to avoid being
obstructed with snow and ice.
What does code say regarding protecting vent pipes from taking in
potential contaminants?
Outer ends of vent pipes shall terminate in a weatherproof vent cap or
fitting or be provided with a weatherproof hood. All vent caps shall
have a minimum free open area equal to the cross sectional area of the
vent pipe and shall not employ screens finer than four mesh.
When is a gauge required on a storage tank?
All storage tanks in which a constant level of oil is not maintained by an
automatic pump shall be equipped with a method of determining oil
level. On cross connected tanks provided with a single fill and single
vent, the gauge shall be installed on the tank vented to the outside.
Can teflon tape and compression fittings be used on oil supply or return
lines?
No. All threaded joints and connections shall be made tight with
suitable lubricant or pipe compound. Teflon tape shall not be used.
MASSACHUSETTS OIL BURNER LICENSE NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL
EXAM TEST BANK 400 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
T/F: Any oil tank, oil burner, oil burner control or wiring related to an oil
burner that has been exposed to fire and is suspected of being
damaged shall be made inoperative by the Head of the Fire Department
who shall so notify the owner or occupant of the building or structure.
Said installation shall not be operated until approved by the Head of the
Fire Department.
True
T/F: Any person removing a fuel oil storage tank from inside a building
for a purpose other than replacement or repair, shall remove all fill and
vent pipes.
True
T/F: Fuel oil shall not be delivered to a storage tank by means of a pump
or under pressure in any case where a tight connection is made
between the discharge line and the tank inlet, unless such storage tank
is designed to withstand the additional stress to which it may be
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subjected or unless the vent pipe for such tank is of sufficient size to
relieve the tank of any undo pressure in excess of five psi.
True
T/F: A permit is required to take oil delivery for a new installation.
False. Fuel oil may be delivered without a permit being in effect
whenever an oil burner installation is first made provided that an
application has been made.
Does code permit cross connecting multiple oil supply tanks?
Yes. Cross connection of oil supply and return lines to two or more
supply tanks to the same burner shall be acceptable and shall be made
by a pipe no smaller than ½ inch iron pipe or ½ inch O.D. tubing.
Can multiple supply tanks share vent and fill piping?
Yes. Two supply tanks may be provided with a single fill and a single
vent provided: (a) The fill and vent pipes are not connected to the same
tank; (b) The crossover pipe is a minimum two inch diameter with swing
joints and a ground joint union; (c) The vent to the outside is a
minimum two inch diameter.
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What do oil tanks need to be mounted on?
Tanks shall be mounted on a continuous concrete slab extending eight
inches beyond the perimeter of the tank or tanks.
What is required of tanks installed inside garages?
When tanks are installed inside garages or other areas subject to
vehicular impact, physical barriers shall be provided. The physical
barrier shall consist of substantial pipes, or similar barriers.
How should tanks outside of building be mounted?
(1) Tanks installed outside of buildings shall be mounted on a
continuous concrete slab at least four inches in thickness and extending
eight inches beyond the perimeter of the tank or tanks.
(2) Tanks installed outside of buildings shall be securely supported by
rigid noncombustible supports to prevent settling, sliding or lifting.
How far must vent pipes be from any building openings?
Vent pipes shall terminate outside of buildings at a point not less than
two feet (0.6m) measured vertically or horizontally from any building
opening.
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How far must vent pipes be from grade?
Vent pipes shall terminate at least three feet from grade to avoid being
obstructed with snow and ice.
What does code say regarding protecting vent pipes from taking in
potential contaminants?
Outer ends of vent pipes shall terminate in a weatherproof vent cap or
fitting or be provided with a weatherproof hood. All vent caps shall
have a minimum free open area equal to the cross sectional area of the
vent pipe and shall not employ screens finer than four mesh.
When is a gauge required on a storage tank?
All storage tanks in which a constant level of oil is not maintained by an
automatic pump shall be equipped with a method of determining oil
level. On cross connected tanks provided with a single fill and single
vent, the gauge shall be installed on the tank vented to the outside.
Can teflon tape and compression fittings be used on oil supply or return
lines?
No. All threaded joints and connections shall be made tight with
suitable lubricant or pipe compound. Teflon tape shall not be used.
