Maine Fuel Code - Journeyman
Exam Practice Test Questions
and Answers 100% PASS
How many apprentices can a journeyman directly supervise?—ANSWER-2
apprentices - MFC 3.2.6
Can a licensed Journeyman perform a cleaning on a wood/oil combination
unit without direct supervision?—ANSWER-If they have an apprentice solid
fuel license MFC 3.2.7
A graduate of an 160 hour Maine fuel board approved course on oil burning
equipment may set for the journeyman exam when?—ANSWER-Upon
successful completion of the requisite education, prior to completing the
apprenticeship
The Maine fuel board adopts NFPA 31 and NFPA 211, which edition?—
ANSWER-NFPA 31 2011 edition and NFPA 211 2013 edition. MFC 6.1.2 and
6.1.13
What are the two chapters and sections of NFPA 31 that Maine does not
adopt?—ANSWER-Chapter 7 section 7.12 and Chapter 7 section 7.3.1 MFC
6.2.1
, What does Maine fuel board say about inspecting chimneys as required by
NFPA 211 chapter 14?`—ANSWER-The Maine fuel board does not adopt
chapter 14 of NFPA 211. MFC 6.2.6.4.3
All work must be conducted, installed and completed in a ______?—
ANSWER-Neat and professional manner reflecting a minimum level of
workmanship. MFC 8.2
When performing any service work on a customer's heating system, the
licensee must notify the homeowner of?—ANSWER-Any code violations and
make recommendations to address them. MFC 8.4.2
When performing an annual tune-up on a heating system a combustion
efficiency test must be?—ANSWER-Conducted and a copy of the results
must be posted on site. MFC 8.4.3
When installing a furnace, direct fired water heater or boiler what must be
done prior to placing it in service?—ANSWER-The total installation must be
brought into compliance with the requirements of NFPA 31 and all other
rules of the Maine fuel board. MFC 8.5.1
When installing a new oil burner the ____ must be brought into compliance
with the rules of the board before ______?—ANSWER-Wiring; the unit is
fired. MFC 8.5.2
What wiring update must be included when a new oil burner is installed?—
ANSWER-Proper rated fuse or breaker, proper rated wire, properly installed
and located emergency, thermal and service switches and properly installed
and located low water cutoff. MFC 8.5.2
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Exam Practice Test Questions
and Answers 100% PASS
How many apprentices can a journeyman directly supervise?—ANSWER-2
apprentices - MFC 3.2.6
Can a licensed Journeyman perform a cleaning on a wood/oil combination
unit without direct supervision?—ANSWER-If they have an apprentice solid
fuel license MFC 3.2.7
A graduate of an 160 hour Maine fuel board approved course on oil burning
equipment may set for the journeyman exam when?—ANSWER-Upon
successful completion of the requisite education, prior to completing the
apprenticeship
The Maine fuel board adopts NFPA 31 and NFPA 211, which edition?—
ANSWER-NFPA 31 2011 edition and NFPA 211 2013 edition. MFC 6.1.2 and
6.1.13
What are the two chapters and sections of NFPA 31 that Maine does not
adopt?—ANSWER-Chapter 7 section 7.12 and Chapter 7 section 7.3.1 MFC
6.2.1
, What does Maine fuel board say about inspecting chimneys as required by
NFPA 211 chapter 14?`—ANSWER-The Maine fuel board does not adopt
chapter 14 of NFPA 211. MFC 6.2.6.4.3
All work must be conducted, installed and completed in a ______?—
ANSWER-Neat and professional manner reflecting a minimum level of
workmanship. MFC 8.2
When performing any service work on a customer's heating system, the
licensee must notify the homeowner of?—ANSWER-Any code violations and
make recommendations to address them. MFC 8.4.2
When performing an annual tune-up on a heating system a combustion
efficiency test must be?—ANSWER-Conducted and a copy of the results
must be posted on site. MFC 8.4.3
When installing a furnace, direct fired water heater or boiler what must be
done prior to placing it in service?—ANSWER-The total installation must be
brought into compliance with the requirements of NFPA 31 and all other
rules of the Maine fuel board. MFC 8.5.1
When installing a new oil burner the ____ must be brought into compliance
with the rules of the board before ______?—ANSWER-Wiring; the unit is
fired. MFC 8.5.2
What wiring update must be included when a new oil burner is installed?—
ANSWER-Proper rated fuse or breaker, proper rated wire, properly installed
and located emergency, thermal and service switches and properly installed
and located low water cutoff. MFC 8.5.2
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Katelyn Whitman
