NYCHA SUPERVISOR PAINTER FINAL
EXAM 2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. According to New York City Local Law 1 of 2004, what is the current threshold for lead-
based paint in residential housing?
A. 1.0 mg/cm2
B. 0.7 mg/cm2
C. 0.5 mg/cm2
D. 0.2 mg/cm2
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Local Law 1 defines lead-based paint as paint with a lead
content of 0.5 mg/cm2 or greater, which is more stringent than the federal standard.
2. Which specific solvent is required to clean equipment used for applying shellac-based
primers?
A. Mineral Spirits
B. Turpentine
C. Xylene
,D. Denatured Alcohol
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Shellac is a resin secreted by the lac bug that is soluble in
alcohol; mineral spirits or water will not effectively clean shellac.
3. In the context of ladder safety, what is the proper ratio of the distance from the wall to the
height of the ladder?
A. 1:3
B. 1:5
C. 1:4
D. 1:2
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: OSHA requires a 4-to-1 ratio, meaning for every 4 feet of height,
the base of the ladder should be 1 foot away from the wall.
4. Which paint defect is characterized by a network of deep cracks resembling the skin of a
reptile?
A. Chalking
B. Checking
C. Alligatoring
D. Efflorescence
, Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Alligatoring occurs when a hard finishing coat is applied over a
soft primer or a coat that has not dried completely, causing the top layer to crack.
5. A NYCHA supervisor painter must ensure all lead-safe work practice records are maintained
for a minimum of how many years?
A. 1 year
B. 5 years
C. 3 years
D. 10 years
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) regulations and
NYCHA protocols require record retention for at least 3 years.
6. What is the chemical reaction called when oil-based paints are applied over highly alkaline
surfaces like new masonry?
A. Saponification
B. Polymerization
C. Oxidation
D. Carbonization
Answer: A
EXAM 2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. According to New York City Local Law 1 of 2004, what is the current threshold for lead-
based paint in residential housing?
A. 1.0 mg/cm2
B. 0.7 mg/cm2
C. 0.5 mg/cm2
D. 0.2 mg/cm2
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Local Law 1 defines lead-based paint as paint with a lead
content of 0.5 mg/cm2 or greater, which is more stringent than the federal standard.
2. Which specific solvent is required to clean equipment used for applying shellac-based
primers?
A. Mineral Spirits
B. Turpentine
C. Xylene
,D. Denatured Alcohol
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Shellac is a resin secreted by the lac bug that is soluble in
alcohol; mineral spirits or water will not effectively clean shellac.
3. In the context of ladder safety, what is the proper ratio of the distance from the wall to the
height of the ladder?
A. 1:3
B. 1:5
C. 1:4
D. 1:2
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: OSHA requires a 4-to-1 ratio, meaning for every 4 feet of height,
the base of the ladder should be 1 foot away from the wall.
4. Which paint defect is characterized by a network of deep cracks resembling the skin of a
reptile?
A. Chalking
B. Checking
C. Alligatoring
D. Efflorescence
, Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Alligatoring occurs when a hard finishing coat is applied over a
soft primer or a coat that has not dried completely, causing the top layer to crack.
5. A NYCHA supervisor painter must ensure all lead-safe work practice records are maintained
for a minimum of how many years?
A. 1 year
B. 5 years
C. 3 years
D. 10 years
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) regulations and
NYCHA protocols require record retention for at least 3 years.
6. What is the chemical reaction called when oil-based paints are applied over highly alkaline
surfaces like new masonry?
A. Saponification
B. Polymerization
C. Oxidation
D. Carbonization
Answer: A
