Wisconsin Pump Installer
License Practice Exam (20 Q&A)
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exam-ready Q&A with detailed
explanations.
Q1: “Pump installation” does not include which of the following?
Answer: a. A water treatment device installed downstream from the water storage or
pressure vessel.
Explanation: Pump installation specifically refers to the components and systems upstream
of storage or pressure vessels, such as pitless adapters, well caps, seals, and check valves.
Devices installed downstream, like water treatment units, are outside the scope of pump
installation.
Q2: Engaging in the business of pump installing includes which of the following?
Answer: d. All of the above.
Explanation: Advertising and bidding on projects, receiving payment for property transfer
well inspections, and supervising installation projects are all legally considered engagement
in the pump installation business. Any of these actions requires proper licensing.
Q3: A pump installer or water well driller license is not required for which of the
following?
Answer: c. Obtaining a water sample when not for a property transfer inspection.
Explanation: While licensed activity covers filling, sealing, and property transfer inspections,
collecting a water sample for non-inspection purposes does not require a license.
, Q4: A licensed pump installer is legally and financially responsible for correcting
noncomplying work done by them or anyone under their supervision.
Answer: a. True
Explanation: The law holds licensed installers accountable for all work performed under
their supervision, ensuring safety and compliance with NR 812 standards.
Q5: Which of the following is accurate with respect to renewal of an individual pump
installer license each year?
Answer: a. The licensee must earn six continuing education hours by attending
department-approved continuing education sessions between January 1st and December
31st.
Explanation: Annual renewal requires documented continuing education to ensure installers
remain current on safety, code updates, and best practices.
Q6: Holding a pump installer license allows an individual to install a water treatment
device upstream of a pressure tank.
Answer: a. True
Explanation: Licensed installers are authorized to install devices that affect water delivery to
the pressure tank but not devices downstream of storage vessels.
Q7: A property owner decides to develop a mobile home park with a low-capacity well
serving 9 homes. Which statement is true?
Answer: a. The well and water system must be constructed to meet the standards of NR
812, and no advance approval is required from the department.
Explanation: Low-capacity systems for fewer than 10 connections follow NR 812 standards
and typically do not require pre-approval.
Q8: A pump installer is contacted to plan a pump installation for a new 30-unit
condominium. Requirements include:
Answer: d. a and b
License Practice Exam (20 Q&A)
continuous study guide
exam-ready Q&A with detailed
explanations.
Q1: “Pump installation” does not include which of the following?
Answer: a. A water treatment device installed downstream from the water storage or
pressure vessel.
Explanation: Pump installation specifically refers to the components and systems upstream
of storage or pressure vessels, such as pitless adapters, well caps, seals, and check valves.
Devices installed downstream, like water treatment units, are outside the scope of pump
installation.
Q2: Engaging in the business of pump installing includes which of the following?
Answer: d. All of the above.
Explanation: Advertising and bidding on projects, receiving payment for property transfer
well inspections, and supervising installation projects are all legally considered engagement
in the pump installation business. Any of these actions requires proper licensing.
Q3: A pump installer or water well driller license is not required for which of the
following?
Answer: c. Obtaining a water sample when not for a property transfer inspection.
Explanation: While licensed activity covers filling, sealing, and property transfer inspections,
collecting a water sample for non-inspection purposes does not require a license.
, Q4: A licensed pump installer is legally and financially responsible for correcting
noncomplying work done by them or anyone under their supervision.
Answer: a. True
Explanation: The law holds licensed installers accountable for all work performed under
their supervision, ensuring safety and compliance with NR 812 standards.
Q5: Which of the following is accurate with respect to renewal of an individual pump
installer license each year?
Answer: a. The licensee must earn six continuing education hours by attending
department-approved continuing education sessions between January 1st and December
31st.
Explanation: Annual renewal requires documented continuing education to ensure installers
remain current on safety, code updates, and best practices.
Q6: Holding a pump installer license allows an individual to install a water treatment
device upstream of a pressure tank.
Answer: a. True
Explanation: Licensed installers are authorized to install devices that affect water delivery to
the pressure tank but not devices downstream of storage vessels.
Q7: A property owner decides to develop a mobile home park with a low-capacity well
serving 9 homes. Which statement is true?
Answer: a. The well and water system must be constructed to meet the standards of NR
812, and no advance approval is required from the department.
Explanation: Low-capacity systems for fewer than 10 connections follow NR 812 standards
and typically do not require pre-approval.
Q8: A pump installer is contacted to plan a pump installation for a new 30-unit
condominium. Requirements include:
Answer: d. a and b
