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Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) Certification Exam
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) Certification Exam — Brief Coverage
• Codes & Standards: ASME A17.1/CSA B44 Safety Code, A17.2 Inspection Guide, local
jurisdiction requirements
• Elevator Types: Traction, hydraulic, machine-room-less (MRL), dumbwaiters, escalators
& moving walks
• Components: Hoistway, car, counterweight, rails, machines, controllers, doors,
governors, safeties
• Inspection Types: Acceptance, periodic, alteration, witness testing
• Safety Systems: Overspeed governors, safeties, buffers, door interlocks, emergency
braking
• Electrical Systems: Controllers, wiring, grounding, protection devices
• Hydraulic Systems: Pumps, cylinders, valves, pressure testing
• Traction Systems: Ropes, sheaves, braking systems
• Testing Procedures: Category 1, 3, 5 tests, load tests, safety tests
• Documentation & Reporting: Inspection reports, code compliance, violation notices
• Safety & PPE: Lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection
• Troubleshooting & Deficiencies: Identifying hazards, non-compliance, corrective actions
QEI Certification — MCQs (1–25 with Rationales)
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1.
Why must a Qualified Elevator Inspector ensure compliance with ASME A17.1 Safety Code
during elevator inspections?
A. To improve aesthetics
B. To ensure safe installation, operation, and maintenance of elevator systems
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
Rationale: A17.1 establishes safety requirements for elevators and escalators.
2.
Which of the following best explains why elevator door interlocks are critical safety components
in vertical transportation systems?
A. To improve design
B. To prevent elevator movement when doors are open
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
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3.
Why must inspectors verify proper operation of overspeed governors during elevator safety
testing procedures?
A. To improve color
B. To ensure activation of safety devices during excessive speed conditions
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase flow
Answer: B
4.
What is the most likely consequence of improper installation or failure of elevator braking
systems?
A. Increased efficiency
B. Uncontrolled car movement posing serious safety hazards
C. Reduced cost
D. Increased speed
Answer: B
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5.
Why must inspectors ensure proper operation of elevator buffers during inspection and testing
procedures?
A. To improve aesthetics
B. To absorb impact energy if the car or counterweight travels beyond normal limits
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
6.
Which factor most directly affects the safety of elevator hoist ropes in traction elevator
systems?
A. Paint color
B. Wear, tension, and proper maintenance
C. Cabin lighting
D. Floor design
Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) Certification Exam
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) Certification Exam — Brief Coverage
• Codes & Standards: ASME A17.1/CSA B44 Safety Code, A17.2 Inspection Guide, local
jurisdiction requirements
• Elevator Types: Traction, hydraulic, machine-room-less (MRL), dumbwaiters, escalators
& moving walks
• Components: Hoistway, car, counterweight, rails, machines, controllers, doors,
governors, safeties
• Inspection Types: Acceptance, periodic, alteration, witness testing
• Safety Systems: Overspeed governors, safeties, buffers, door interlocks, emergency
braking
• Electrical Systems: Controllers, wiring, grounding, protection devices
• Hydraulic Systems: Pumps, cylinders, valves, pressure testing
• Traction Systems: Ropes, sheaves, braking systems
• Testing Procedures: Category 1, 3, 5 tests, load tests, safety tests
• Documentation & Reporting: Inspection reports, code compliance, violation notices
• Safety & PPE: Lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection
• Troubleshooting & Deficiencies: Identifying hazards, non-compliance, corrective actions
QEI Certification — MCQs (1–25 with Rationales)
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1.
Why must a Qualified Elevator Inspector ensure compliance with ASME A17.1 Safety Code
during elevator inspections?
A. To improve aesthetics
B. To ensure safe installation, operation, and maintenance of elevator systems
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
Rationale: A17.1 establishes safety requirements for elevators and escalators.
2.
Which of the following best explains why elevator door interlocks are critical safety components
in vertical transportation systems?
A. To improve design
B. To prevent elevator movement when doors are open
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
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3.
Why must inspectors verify proper operation of overspeed governors during elevator safety
testing procedures?
A. To improve color
B. To ensure activation of safety devices during excessive speed conditions
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase flow
Answer: B
4.
What is the most likely consequence of improper installation or failure of elevator braking
systems?
A. Increased efficiency
B. Uncontrolled car movement posing serious safety hazards
C. Reduced cost
D. Increased speed
Answer: B
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5.
Why must inspectors ensure proper operation of elevator buffers during inspection and testing
procedures?
A. To improve aesthetics
B. To absorb impact energy if the car or counterweight travels beyond normal limits
C. To reduce cost
D. To increase speed
Answer: B
6.
Which factor most directly affects the safety of elevator hoist ropes in traction elevator
systems?
A. Paint color
B. Wear, tension, and proper maintenance
C. Cabin lighting
D. Floor design
