NICET LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
What test measures soil density? - Answer-Sand Cone Test
What is Embankment Compaction Tolerance? - Answer-95% of maximum density
What is Embankment Slope Finish Tolerance? - Answer-+ or - 0.05 from stake line of +
or - 0.10
How thick of layers should Embankment be placed for Roadway Prism? - Answer-In
layers not exceeding 12" in compacted thickness
How to inspect Clearing and Grubbing? - Answer-Verify fill Heights for remaining
stumps be 6inches or less. Trees, Stumps and large roots should be removed
How do you document for Clearing and Grubbing? - Answer-Collect Load tickets and fill
out IDR, Daily report and quantity summary
Inspection for Clearing - Answer-1:Areas on slope, cut stump flush with or below grade
line
2: Cut stumps within 6" of the ground
3: cut and trim trees overhanging road to maintain 20' lane heights
Inspection for Grubbing - Answer-1: leave undisturbed stumps less than 24" in diameter
may be left if protruding 6" or less above the ground and covered with 48" of
embankment.
2: Backfill stump holes in layers not exceeding 6" per layer.
Disposal of clearing and grubbing? - Answer-Place in alternation of layers of 48" and
covered in 24" of earth matter and compacted every 12"
Definition of Right Of Way - Answer-Land Acquired for Construction of the Roadway
Definition of Easement - Answer-Right To use another persons property for Specific
purpose
, Definition Limits Of Disturbance - Answer-Area where construction activity must be
contained
What is the recommended moisture content of Aggregate Mixing - Answer-moisture
content within 2% optimum moisture content. Compact each layer in 6" Layers
Test for optimal moisture in in various soil and aggregate applications - Answer-Proctor
Test: - Method A & C ( 4" Mold) Method B & D (6" Mold)
- 18" Rod Drop
- Rammers ( 10lbs)
Sieves: 2", 3/4" and #4 conforming
Drying Oven: 230+ - 9 Degrees
Blower per level : 25
Finishing Tolerance for Aggregate - Answer-Finish 0.05+- of finished grade line. if grade
stakes aren't required then check 10'
Types of Aggregate - Answer-expanded shale / clay, expanded slate, vermiculite,
Crushed Concrete, Gravel, Type 1 MOTT, Ballast (Concrete Mixtures), Boulders
>256mm
Placing , Compacting and finishing aggregate tolerance - Answer-Maintain moisture
content +-2%
Aggregate testing curing - Answer-7-28 days at 100+- 3Degrees
Aggregate proportioning - Answer-compressive strength of 500 lbs per square inch and
no less than 400 lbs per square inch
How many cores do you need for Statistical sample - Answer-Need 5 Core samples
Sampling for paving operation - Answer-Scattered test samples in increments and 2
specimens taken for final test
Job Site Posting - Answer-1: OSHA Regulations
2: Department Of Labor Postings
3: Accident Prevention Postings
4: Safety Plan
5: Accident Reports
6: EEO Poster
7: Job Safety and Health Protection Plan
8: Criminal Code Notice
Inspector Responsibilities Do's - Answer-1: Report to EIC
2: Record Measurement, complete reports, communicate quantities to contractor
3: Keep Track of Time and Attendance
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
What test measures soil density? - Answer-Sand Cone Test
What is Embankment Compaction Tolerance? - Answer-95% of maximum density
What is Embankment Slope Finish Tolerance? - Answer-+ or - 0.05 from stake line of +
or - 0.10
How thick of layers should Embankment be placed for Roadway Prism? - Answer-In
layers not exceeding 12" in compacted thickness
How to inspect Clearing and Grubbing? - Answer-Verify fill Heights for remaining
stumps be 6inches or less. Trees, Stumps and large roots should be removed
How do you document for Clearing and Grubbing? - Answer-Collect Load tickets and fill
out IDR, Daily report and quantity summary
Inspection for Clearing - Answer-1:Areas on slope, cut stump flush with or below grade
line
2: Cut stumps within 6" of the ground
3: cut and trim trees overhanging road to maintain 20' lane heights
Inspection for Grubbing - Answer-1: leave undisturbed stumps less than 24" in diameter
may be left if protruding 6" or less above the ground and covered with 48" of
embankment.
2: Backfill stump holes in layers not exceeding 6" per layer.
Disposal of clearing and grubbing? - Answer-Place in alternation of layers of 48" and
covered in 24" of earth matter and compacted every 12"
Definition of Right Of Way - Answer-Land Acquired for Construction of the Roadway
Definition of Easement - Answer-Right To use another persons property for Specific
purpose
, Definition Limits Of Disturbance - Answer-Area where construction activity must be
contained
What is the recommended moisture content of Aggregate Mixing - Answer-moisture
content within 2% optimum moisture content. Compact each layer in 6" Layers
Test for optimal moisture in in various soil and aggregate applications - Answer-Proctor
Test: - Method A & C ( 4" Mold) Method B & D (6" Mold)
- 18" Rod Drop
- Rammers ( 10lbs)
Sieves: 2", 3/4" and #4 conforming
Drying Oven: 230+ - 9 Degrees
Blower per level : 25
Finishing Tolerance for Aggregate - Answer-Finish 0.05+- of finished grade line. if grade
stakes aren't required then check 10'
Types of Aggregate - Answer-expanded shale / clay, expanded slate, vermiculite,
Crushed Concrete, Gravel, Type 1 MOTT, Ballast (Concrete Mixtures), Boulders
>256mm
Placing , Compacting and finishing aggregate tolerance - Answer-Maintain moisture
content +-2%
Aggregate testing curing - Answer-7-28 days at 100+- 3Degrees
Aggregate proportioning - Answer-compressive strength of 500 lbs per square inch and
no less than 400 lbs per square inch
How many cores do you need for Statistical sample - Answer-Need 5 Core samples
Sampling for paving operation - Answer-Scattered test samples in increments and 2
specimens taken for final test
Job Site Posting - Answer-1: OSHA Regulations
2: Department Of Labor Postings
3: Accident Prevention Postings
4: Safety Plan
5: Accident Reports
6: EEO Poster
7: Job Safety and Health Protection Plan
8: Criminal Code Notice
Inspector Responsibilities Do's - Answer-1: Report to EIC
2: Record Measurement, complete reports, communicate quantities to contractor
3: Keep Track of Time and Attendance
