VIRGINIA WATER WELL SYSTEMS PROVIDER
EXAM 350 ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES
ALREADY GRADED A+ ASSURED PASS
This comprehensive question bank is designed to prepare candidates for all three
levels of the Virginia Water Well Systems Provider certification examination:
Trainee, Journeyman, and Master. The questions are organized to reflect the
official examination content outlines established by the Virginia Department of
Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Board for Contractors.
The bank covers the core knowledge domains tested on the exams, including
General Regulations and Licensing, Drilling and Boreholes, Casings and Screens,
Grouting and Sealing, Contamination Prevention, Water Quality and Aquifer
Testing, Safety, Pumps and Tanks, and General Knowledge. Each question is
accompanied by a detailed rationale explaining the correct answer, providing not
just the "what" but the "why" behind each concept.
The questions are presented in a sequential numbered format, with each item
offering four multiple-choice options (A, B, C, D). The correct answer is clearly
indicated, followed by an explanation to reinforce understanding. This format is
ideal for self-study, review, and simulated testing conditions.
Whether you are preparing for the Trainee exam (30 items, passing score 20), the
Journeyman exam (40 items, passing score 28), or the Master exam (50 items,
passing score 35), this question bank provides the depth and breadth of practice
necessary for success.
Question 1
,Which Virginia Code title primarily governs the licensing of water well system
providers?
A) Title 12 – Conservation
B) Title 54 – Corporations, Partnerships and Associations
C) Title 62 – Professions and Occupations
D) Title 46 – Public Health
Answer: C
Title 62 of the Virginia Code contains the statutes for professional licensing,
including the Water Well Systems Provider certification program.
Question 2
Under Virginia regulations, what is the minimum practical experience requirement
to qualify for examination as a trainee water well systems provider?
A) Six months of supervised drilling experience
B) One year of full-time practical experience under a certified master provider
C) Two years of independent well construction experience
D) Three years of mixed plumbing and drilling experience
Answer: B
Applicants seeking trainee-level examination approval must demonstrate at least
one year of full-time practical experience in the drilling, installation, maintenance,
or repair of water wells under the supervision of a certified master water well
systems provider.
Question 3
What combination of experience and training is required to qualify for examination
as a journeyman water well systems provider in Virginia?
,A) One year of experience and 12 hours of training
B) Two years of experience and 18 hours of training
C) Three years of experience and 24 hours of formal vocational training
D) Five years of experience and no formal training
Answer: C
Journeyman eligibility requires at least three years of practical experience in water
well work under supervision, along with 24 hours of formal vocational training in
the trade.
Question 4
What combination of experience and training is required to qualify for examination
as a master water well systems provider in Virginia?
A) Three years of experience and 24 hours of training
B) Four years of experience and 36 hours of training
C) Five years of experience and 40 hours of training
D) Six years of experience and 48 hours of formal vocational training
Answer: D
Master-level certification requires six years of practical experience in the drilling,
installation, maintenance, or repair of water wells under supervision, along with 48
hours of formal vocational training in the trade.
Question 5
Under Virginia Administrative Code, what is the minimum continuing education
requirement for a Master-level well contractor to renew a license?
A) 8 hours every two years
B) 12 hours every three years
, C) 24 hours every two years
D) 16 hours every year
Answer: A
Certified water well systems providers must complete eight hours of continuing
education every two years in technical aspects of well construction, statutory and
regulatory provisions, and business practices.
Question 6
Which state agency is responsible for issuing well construction permits in Virginia?
A) Virginia Department of Health
B) Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
C) Virginia Board for Contractors
D) Local county health department
Answer: B
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the state agency
charged with issuing well construction permits and enforcing related regulations.
Question 7
What is the application fee for any level of the Certified Water Well System
Provider certification in Virginia?
A) $75.00
B) $100.00
C) $130.00
D) $150.00
Answer: C
EXAM 350 ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES
ALREADY GRADED A+ ASSURED PASS
This comprehensive question bank is designed to prepare candidates for all three
levels of the Virginia Water Well Systems Provider certification examination:
Trainee, Journeyman, and Master. The questions are organized to reflect the
official examination content outlines established by the Virginia Department of
Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Board for Contractors.
The bank covers the core knowledge domains tested on the exams, including
General Regulations and Licensing, Drilling and Boreholes, Casings and Screens,
Grouting and Sealing, Contamination Prevention, Water Quality and Aquifer
Testing, Safety, Pumps and Tanks, and General Knowledge. Each question is
accompanied by a detailed rationale explaining the correct answer, providing not
just the "what" but the "why" behind each concept.
The questions are presented in a sequential numbered format, with each item
offering four multiple-choice options (A, B, C, D). The correct answer is clearly
indicated, followed by an explanation to reinforce understanding. This format is
ideal for self-study, review, and simulated testing conditions.
Whether you are preparing for the Trainee exam (30 items, passing score 20), the
Journeyman exam (40 items, passing score 28), or the Master exam (50 items,
passing score 35), this question bank provides the depth and breadth of practice
necessary for success.
Question 1
,Which Virginia Code title primarily governs the licensing of water well system
providers?
A) Title 12 – Conservation
B) Title 54 – Corporations, Partnerships and Associations
C) Title 62 – Professions and Occupations
D) Title 46 – Public Health
Answer: C
Title 62 of the Virginia Code contains the statutes for professional licensing,
including the Water Well Systems Provider certification program.
Question 2
Under Virginia regulations, what is the minimum practical experience requirement
to qualify for examination as a trainee water well systems provider?
A) Six months of supervised drilling experience
B) One year of full-time practical experience under a certified master provider
C) Two years of independent well construction experience
D) Three years of mixed plumbing and drilling experience
Answer: B
Applicants seeking trainee-level examination approval must demonstrate at least
one year of full-time practical experience in the drilling, installation, maintenance,
or repair of water wells under the supervision of a certified master water well
systems provider.
Question 3
What combination of experience and training is required to qualify for examination
as a journeyman water well systems provider in Virginia?
,A) One year of experience and 12 hours of training
B) Two years of experience and 18 hours of training
C) Three years of experience and 24 hours of formal vocational training
D) Five years of experience and no formal training
Answer: C
Journeyman eligibility requires at least three years of practical experience in water
well work under supervision, along with 24 hours of formal vocational training in
the trade.
Question 4
What combination of experience and training is required to qualify for examination
as a master water well systems provider in Virginia?
A) Three years of experience and 24 hours of training
B) Four years of experience and 36 hours of training
C) Five years of experience and 40 hours of training
D) Six years of experience and 48 hours of formal vocational training
Answer: D
Master-level certification requires six years of practical experience in the drilling,
installation, maintenance, or repair of water wells under supervision, along with 48
hours of formal vocational training in the trade.
Question 5
Under Virginia Administrative Code, what is the minimum continuing education
requirement for a Master-level well contractor to renew a license?
A) 8 hours every two years
B) 12 hours every three years
, C) 24 hours every two years
D) 16 hours every year
Answer: A
Certified water well systems providers must complete eight hours of continuing
education every two years in technical aspects of well construction, statutory and
regulatory provisions, and business practices.
Question 6
Which state agency is responsible for issuing well construction permits in Virginia?
A) Virginia Department of Health
B) Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
C) Virginia Board for Contractors
D) Local county health department
Answer: B
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the state agency
charged with issuing well construction permits and enforcing related regulations.
Question 7
What is the application fee for any level of the Certified Water Well System
Provider certification in Virginia?
A) $75.00
B) $100.00
C) $130.00
D) $150.00
Answer: C
