FLORIDA GLASS AND GLAZING CONTRACTOR LICENSING EXAM TEST QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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Core Domains
Florida Building Code – Glass and Glazing (Chapter 24)
Safety Glazing Standards (ANSI Z97.1, CPSC 16 CFR 1201)
Glass Types, Applications, and Failure Modes
Wind Load and Design Pressure Calculations (HVHZ)
Sealants, Adhesives, and Glazing Materials
Storefront, Curtain Wall, and Structural Silicone Glazing Systems
OSHA Construction Safety (29 CFR 1926)
Florida Statutes Chapter 489 (Licensing Requirements)
Construction Lien Law (Chapter 713) and Contract Law
Business Organization, Financial Management, and Insurance Requirements
,Introduction
This assessment is designed to prepare candidates for the Florida Glass and Glazing Contractor Licensing
Exam by evaluating mastery of trade knowledge, regulatory compliance, and professional decision-making
skills. The exam covers essential subject areas including glass selection and installation techniques, building
code requirements, safety standards, wind load calculations, glazing system design, sealant application, and
business/finance principles required for contractor licensure. Questions are presented in multiple-choice and
scenario-based formats that emphasize real-world application, critical thinking, and professional judgment
in construction contexts. Success on this exam demonstrates readiness to perform glass and glazing
contracting work safely, legally, and according to industry best practices in Florida.
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
According to Florida Building Code Chapter 24, what is the primary requirement for safety glazing in hazardous
locations?
A. Glass must be at least 1/4 inch thick
B. Glass must be permanently labeled as safety glazing
C. Glass must be tempered to a minimum of 15,000 psi
D. Glass must be laminated with a 0.030 inch interlayer
🟢 Correct answer: B
,🔴 RATIONALE: FBC Chapter 2406.3 requires that all safety glazing in hazardous locations be permanently
identified/labeled to confirm compliance with safety glazing standards. Labeling is the mandatory verification
method, not thickness or specific pressure ratings.
Question 2
Which glass type is REQUIRED for glazing in doors and shower enclosures according to ANSI Z97.1?
A. Annealed glass
B. Spandrel glass
C. Safety glazing (tempered or laminated)
D. Insulated glass unit (IGU)
🟢 Correct answer: C
🔴 RATIONALE: ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1201 mandate safety glazing (tempered or laminated) for doors
and shower enclosures to prevent injury from breakage. Annealed glass is prohibited in these hazardous
locations.
Question 3
In the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), what calculation determines glass load resistance?
A. ASTM C1036
B. ASTM E1300
C. ASCE 7-16
D. AAMA CWG-1-89
, 🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: ASTM E1300 is the Standard Practice for Determining Load Resistance of Glass in Buildings
and is the required method for calculating glass load resistance in HVHZ according to Florida Building Code.
Question 4
What is the minimum percentage required to pass the Florida Glass & Glazing Contractor Exam?
A. 65%
B. 70%
C. 75%
D. 80%
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The Florida Glass & Glazing Exam requires a minimum score of 70% to pass, with 80
questions and a 5-hour time limit.
Question 5
Which sealant type is MOST appropriate for structural silicone glazing systems?
A. Polyurethane
B. Polysulfide
C. Silicone
D. Acrylic
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
Core Domains
Florida Building Code – Glass and Glazing (Chapter 24)
Safety Glazing Standards (ANSI Z97.1, CPSC 16 CFR 1201)
Glass Types, Applications, and Failure Modes
Wind Load and Design Pressure Calculations (HVHZ)
Sealants, Adhesives, and Glazing Materials
Storefront, Curtain Wall, and Structural Silicone Glazing Systems
OSHA Construction Safety (29 CFR 1926)
Florida Statutes Chapter 489 (Licensing Requirements)
Construction Lien Law (Chapter 713) and Contract Law
Business Organization, Financial Management, and Insurance Requirements
,Introduction
This assessment is designed to prepare candidates for the Florida Glass and Glazing Contractor Licensing
Exam by evaluating mastery of trade knowledge, regulatory compliance, and professional decision-making
skills. The exam covers essential subject areas including glass selection and installation techniques, building
code requirements, safety standards, wind load calculations, glazing system design, sealant application, and
business/finance principles required for contractor licensure. Questions are presented in multiple-choice and
scenario-based formats that emphasize real-world application, critical thinking, and professional judgment
in construction contexts. Success on this exam demonstrates readiness to perform glass and glazing
contracting work safely, legally, and according to industry best practices in Florida.
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
According to Florida Building Code Chapter 24, what is the primary requirement for safety glazing in hazardous
locations?
A. Glass must be at least 1/4 inch thick
B. Glass must be permanently labeled as safety glazing
C. Glass must be tempered to a minimum of 15,000 psi
D. Glass must be laminated with a 0.030 inch interlayer
🟢 Correct answer: B
,🔴 RATIONALE: FBC Chapter 2406.3 requires that all safety glazing in hazardous locations be permanently
identified/labeled to confirm compliance with safety glazing standards. Labeling is the mandatory verification
method, not thickness or specific pressure ratings.
Question 2
Which glass type is REQUIRED for glazing in doors and shower enclosures according to ANSI Z97.1?
A. Annealed glass
B. Spandrel glass
C. Safety glazing (tempered or laminated)
D. Insulated glass unit (IGU)
🟢 Correct answer: C
🔴 RATIONALE: ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1201 mandate safety glazing (tempered or laminated) for doors
and shower enclosures to prevent injury from breakage. Annealed glass is prohibited in these hazardous
locations.
Question 3
In the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), what calculation determines glass load resistance?
A. ASTM C1036
B. ASTM E1300
C. ASCE 7-16
D. AAMA CWG-1-89
, 🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: ASTM E1300 is the Standard Practice for Determining Load Resistance of Glass in Buildings
and is the required method for calculating glass load resistance in HVHZ according to Florida Building Code.
Question 4
What is the minimum percentage required to pass the Florida Glass & Glazing Contractor Exam?
A. 65%
B. 70%
C. 75%
D. 80%
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The Florida Glass & Glazing Exam requires a minimum score of 70% to pass, with 80
questions and a 5-hour time limit.
Question 5
Which sealant type is MOST appropriate for structural silicone glazing systems?
A. Polyurethane
B. Polysulfide
C. Silicone
D. Acrylic
