Kentucky Boiler Contractor Exam Test Bank
2026/2027 | 200 Q&As with Rationales | KRS 236,
815 KAR 15, ASME Sec I & IV, NBIC, NFPA 54/85/KY
Boiler Contractor License Exam Practice Test
2026/2027 | Full 200 Question Exam Prep & Study
Guide
SECTION 1: REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS ]
Question 1: What is the primary regulatory authority for boiler and pressure
vessel contractor licensing in Kentucky?
A) Kentucky Department of Labor
B) Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC) - Boiler
Inspection Section
C) Kentucky Division of Occupational Safety and Health
D) Kentucky Public Service Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under KRS Chapter 236, the Department of Housing, Buildings and
Construction (DHBC) has statutory authority over boiler and pressure vessel
safety, including contractor certification. The Division of Plumbing, Boilers, and
Pressure Vessels operates within DHBC.
Question 2: According to 815 KAR 15:080, what is the initial nonrefundable
license fee for a boiler and pressure vessel contractor?
A) $100
B) $175
C) $250
D) $500
Correct Answer: C
,Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(1)(d) specifies an initial nonrefundable
license fee of $250 payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer. If an initial license is
for less than 12 months, the fee is reduced on a pro-rata basis but not prorated
for less than 7 months.
Question 3: What is the annual renewal fee for a boiler and pressure vessel
contractor license?
A) $100
B) $175
C) $250
D) $350
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(4)(b)2 specifies the annual renewal fee is
$175 payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer.
Question 4: When does a boiler and pressure vessel contractor license expire?
A) December 31 of each year
B) June 30 of each year
C) The last day of the licensee's birth month
D) One year from the date of issuance
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: According to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(4)(a), a boiler and pressure
vessel contractor license expires annually on the last day of the licensee's birth
month unless renewed.
Question 5: Under 815 KAR 15:080, what is the minimum passing score required
for the boiler contractor examination?
A) 60%
B) 65%
,C) 70%
D) 75%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: According to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(2)(b), the applicant shall
successfully complete the examination with a passing score of at least 70%.
Question 6: How long is a passing score on the boiler contractor examination
valid?
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A passing score on the examination is valid for a period of 3 years
according to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(2)(c).
Question 7: According to 815 KAR 15:080, a boiler contractor may only represent
how many companies or individuals at one time?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Unlimited
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(5)(d) states that a boiler and pressure vessel
contractor shall only represent one company or individual at a time.
Question 8: What is the minimum age requirement for a boiler and pressure
vessel contractor license applicant?
, A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 21 years
D) 25 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 requires proof that the applicant is 18 years of age or
older.
Question 9: How long does an initial license application remain pending before
becoming void?
A) 6 months
B) 9 months
C) 1 year
D) 18 months
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The initial application remains pending for up to one year after
submission; at the end of one year, the application becomes void.
Question 10: What administrative regulation implements boiler licensing
requirements in Kentucky?
A) 815 KAR 15:080
B) 803 KAR 25:120
C) 815 KAR 20:060
D) 902 KAR 45:030
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 specifically addresses boiler and pressure vessel
licenses and implements licensing requirements under KRS Chapter 236.
2026/2027 | 200 Q&As with Rationales | KRS 236,
815 KAR 15, ASME Sec I & IV, NBIC, NFPA 54/85/KY
Boiler Contractor License Exam Practice Test
2026/2027 | Full 200 Question Exam Prep & Study
Guide
SECTION 1: REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS ]
Question 1: What is the primary regulatory authority for boiler and pressure
vessel contractor licensing in Kentucky?
A) Kentucky Department of Labor
B) Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC) - Boiler
Inspection Section
C) Kentucky Division of Occupational Safety and Health
D) Kentucky Public Service Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under KRS Chapter 236, the Department of Housing, Buildings and
Construction (DHBC) has statutory authority over boiler and pressure vessel
safety, including contractor certification. The Division of Plumbing, Boilers, and
Pressure Vessels operates within DHBC.
Question 2: According to 815 KAR 15:080, what is the initial nonrefundable
license fee for a boiler and pressure vessel contractor?
A) $100
B) $175
C) $250
D) $500
Correct Answer: C
,Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(1)(d) specifies an initial nonrefundable
license fee of $250 payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer. If an initial license is
for less than 12 months, the fee is reduced on a pro-rata basis but not prorated
for less than 7 months.
Question 3: What is the annual renewal fee for a boiler and pressure vessel
contractor license?
A) $100
B) $175
C) $250
D) $350
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(4)(b)2 specifies the annual renewal fee is
$175 payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer.
Question 4: When does a boiler and pressure vessel contractor license expire?
A) December 31 of each year
B) June 30 of each year
C) The last day of the licensee's birth month
D) One year from the date of issuance
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: According to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(4)(a), a boiler and pressure
vessel contractor license expires annually on the last day of the licensee's birth
month unless renewed.
Question 5: Under 815 KAR 15:080, what is the minimum passing score required
for the boiler contractor examination?
A) 60%
B) 65%
,C) 70%
D) 75%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: According to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(2)(b), the applicant shall
successfully complete the examination with a passing score of at least 70%.
Question 6: How long is a passing score on the boiler contractor examination
valid?
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A passing score on the examination is valid for a period of 3 years
according to 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(2)(c).
Question 7: According to 815 KAR 15:080, a boiler contractor may only represent
how many companies or individuals at one time?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Unlimited
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 Section 1(5)(d) states that a boiler and pressure vessel
contractor shall only represent one company or individual at a time.
Question 8: What is the minimum age requirement for a boiler and pressure
vessel contractor license applicant?
, A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 21 years
D) 25 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 requires proof that the applicant is 18 years of age or
older.
Question 9: How long does an initial license application remain pending before
becoming void?
A) 6 months
B) 9 months
C) 1 year
D) 18 months
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The initial application remains pending for up to one year after
submission; at the end of one year, the application becomes void.
Question 10: What administrative regulation implements boiler licensing
requirements in Kentucky?
A) 815 KAR 15:080
B) 803 KAR 25:120
C) 815 KAR 20:060
D) 902 KAR 45:030
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 815 KAR 15:080 specifically addresses boiler and pressure vessel
licenses and implements licensing requirements under KRS Chapter 236.
