NYC NYCHA SUPERVISOR PAINTER
PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. According to OSHA regulations, at what height is fall protection required for workers on a
scaffold?
A. 10 feet
B. 6 feet
C. 4 feet
D. 12 feet
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: For general construction, OSHA requires fall protection at 6 feet,
but for employees on scaffolds, the requirement is 10 feet.
2. Which of the following causes ‘efflorescence’ on a masonry surface?
A. Failure to use a primer on new wood
B. Applying oil-based paint over a wet surface
C. Using a roller with too long a nap
,D. Excessive moisture drawing soluble salts to the surface
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Efflorescence is a white, powdery deposit of salts left on the
surface of masonry as water evaporates.
3. When using an airless sprayer, what is the most likely cause of ‘tailing’ in the spray
pattern?
A. The pressure is too high
B. The pressure is too low
C. The tip is too small
D. The paint is too thin
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Tailing (lines at the edges of the spray pattern) is usually caused
by inadequate atomization due to low pressure.
4. What is the correct ratio for the ‘angle of inclination’ when setting up an extension ladder
against a wall?
A. 1:4 ratio
B. 1:3 ratio
C. 1:2 ratio
D. 1:5 ratio
, Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The base of the ladder should be placed 1 foot away from the
wall for every 4 feet of ladder height.
5. In the context of lead-based paint, what does the EPA ‘RRP’ rule stand for?
A. Removal, Replacement, and Painting
B. Regulation, Recovery, and Prevention
C. Reduction, Remediation, and Protection
D. Renovation, Repair, and Painting
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The RRP Rule (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) aims to protect
the public from lead-based paint hazards.
6. Which ingredient in paint provides the ‘hidden power’ or opacity?
A. Binder
B. Solvent
C. Pigment
D. Additive
Answer: C
PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. According to OSHA regulations, at what height is fall protection required for workers on a
scaffold?
A. 10 feet
B. 6 feet
C. 4 feet
D. 12 feet
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: For general construction, OSHA requires fall protection at 6 feet,
but for employees on scaffolds, the requirement is 10 feet.
2. Which of the following causes ‘efflorescence’ on a masonry surface?
A. Failure to use a primer on new wood
B. Applying oil-based paint over a wet surface
C. Using a roller with too long a nap
,D. Excessive moisture drawing soluble salts to the surface
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Efflorescence is a white, powdery deposit of salts left on the
surface of masonry as water evaporates.
3. When using an airless sprayer, what is the most likely cause of ‘tailing’ in the spray
pattern?
A. The pressure is too high
B. The pressure is too low
C. The tip is too small
D. The paint is too thin
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Tailing (lines at the edges of the spray pattern) is usually caused
by inadequate atomization due to low pressure.
4. What is the correct ratio for the ‘angle of inclination’ when setting up an extension ladder
against a wall?
A. 1:4 ratio
B. 1:3 ratio
C. 1:2 ratio
D. 1:5 ratio
, Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The base of the ladder should be placed 1 foot away from the
wall for every 4 feet of ladder height.
5. In the context of lead-based paint, what does the EPA ‘RRP’ rule stand for?
A. Removal, Replacement, and Painting
B. Regulation, Recovery, and Prevention
C. Reduction, Remediation, and Protection
D. Renovation, Repair, and Painting
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The RRP Rule (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) aims to protect
the public from lead-based paint hazards.
6. Which ingredient in paint provides the ‘hidden power’ or opacity?
A. Binder
B. Solvent
C. Pigment
D. Additive
Answer: C
