NFPA 96 UPDATED 2026 EXAM SCRIPT QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS RATED A+
✔✔Where a clearance reduction system is used with 22 gauge sheet metal on one inch
mineral wool batts or ceramic fiber blanket reinforced with wire mesh if equivalent
spaced out one inch on non-combustible spacers it is provided that there shall be a
minimum of —?— inch clearance to non-combustible material . - ✔✔3 inches
✔✔A drawing of the exhaust system instillation, along with a copy of the operating
instructions for the sub-assemblies and components used in the exhaust system,
including electrical schematics shall be kept: - ✔✔On the premise.
✔✔The construction of hoods shall be constructed and supported by steel not less than:
- ✔✔1.09 millimeters (.037 inches) or (no. 20 msg) in thickness.
✔✔For stainless steel, you may have: - ✔✔.94 millimeters (.037 inches) or (no. 20 msg)
in thickness.
✔✔All seams, joints and penetrations of the hood enclosure that direct and capture
grease laden vapors and exhaust gasses, shall have a liquid tight continuous external
weld to the hoods lower outermost perimeter. - ✔✔TRUE
✔✔Seems, joints and penetration of the hood shall be permitted to be intentionally
welded, provided the weld is formed smooth so as to not trap grease and is cleanable. -
✔✔TRUE
✔✔Penetrations shall be permitted to be sealed by such devices that are listed for such
use and whose presence does not detract from the hoods or ducts structural integrity. -
✔✔TRUE
✔✔Insulation material other than electrical insulation shall have a flame spread rating
of: - ✔✔25 or less when tested in accordance with UL 723.
✔✔When a fire actuated damper is installed in the supply-air plenum, Fire damper shall
have a maximum temperature rating of: - ✔✔286 degrees F
✔✔Listed grease filters, including mesh filters may be used in grease producing
environment as long as the are cleaned daily. - ✔✔False
✔✔The distance between the grease removal device and the cooking surface sha be as
great as possible, but not less than: - ✔✔18 inches
, ✔✔Where grease removal devices are used in conjunction with charcoal or charcoal
type boilers including gas or electrically heated char broilers, must maintain a minimum
distance of —?— between the lower edge of the grease removal device and cooking
surface: - ✔✔4 feet
✔✔For cooking equipment without expose flame where The fluegases bypass grease
removal devices, the minimum vertical distance shall be permitted to be reduced by not
less than: - ✔✔6 inches
✔✔Grease filters cell be installed at an angle not less than: - ✔✔45° degrees
✔✔Grease drip trays shall not be pitched to drain into an enclosed metal container
holding a capacity not to exceed: - ✔✔1 gallon
✔✔Ducts shall be allowed to pass through fire walls is provided they have approval. -
✔✔FALSE
✔✔Duct systems may connect with other building ventilation systems as long as the
proper filtering has been installed. - ✔✔FALSE
✔✔A sign shall be placed on all access panels stating "Access Panel: Do Not Obstruct".
- ✔✔TRUE
✔✔For hoods with dampers, the exhaust or supply collar, an access panel for cleaning
and inspection, shall be: - ✔✔18 inches
✔✔Exhaust fans with duct work connected to both sides shall have access for cleaning
and inspection within: - ✔✔3 feet from each side if the fan
✔✔On horizontal ducts, at least one opening shall be provided for personal entry this
opening shall be: - ✔✔20 x 20
✔✔Where openings of this size are not possible, openings large enough to permit
thorough cleaning shall be provided every: - ✔✔12 feet
✔✔Support systems of horizontal grease duct work systems that are 24 inches and
larger shall be designed for the weight of the ductwork plus: - ✔✔800 pounds
✔✔Access panels shall be of the same material and thickness of the duct. - ✔✔TRUE
✔✔Access panels shall have a gasket or sealant that is rated for: - ✔✔1500 degrees
ANSWERS RATED A+
✔✔Where a clearance reduction system is used with 22 gauge sheet metal on one inch
mineral wool batts or ceramic fiber blanket reinforced with wire mesh if equivalent
spaced out one inch on non-combustible spacers it is provided that there shall be a
minimum of —?— inch clearance to non-combustible material . - ✔✔3 inches
✔✔A drawing of the exhaust system instillation, along with a copy of the operating
instructions for the sub-assemblies and components used in the exhaust system,
including electrical schematics shall be kept: - ✔✔On the premise.
✔✔The construction of hoods shall be constructed and supported by steel not less than:
- ✔✔1.09 millimeters (.037 inches) or (no. 20 msg) in thickness.
✔✔For stainless steel, you may have: - ✔✔.94 millimeters (.037 inches) or (no. 20 msg)
in thickness.
✔✔All seams, joints and penetrations of the hood enclosure that direct and capture
grease laden vapors and exhaust gasses, shall have a liquid tight continuous external
weld to the hoods lower outermost perimeter. - ✔✔TRUE
✔✔Seems, joints and penetration of the hood shall be permitted to be intentionally
welded, provided the weld is formed smooth so as to not trap grease and is cleanable. -
✔✔TRUE
✔✔Penetrations shall be permitted to be sealed by such devices that are listed for such
use and whose presence does not detract from the hoods or ducts structural integrity. -
✔✔TRUE
✔✔Insulation material other than electrical insulation shall have a flame spread rating
of: - ✔✔25 or less when tested in accordance with UL 723.
✔✔When a fire actuated damper is installed in the supply-air plenum, Fire damper shall
have a maximum temperature rating of: - ✔✔286 degrees F
✔✔Listed grease filters, including mesh filters may be used in grease producing
environment as long as the are cleaned daily. - ✔✔False
✔✔The distance between the grease removal device and the cooking surface sha be as
great as possible, but not less than: - ✔✔18 inches
, ✔✔Where grease removal devices are used in conjunction with charcoal or charcoal
type boilers including gas or electrically heated char broilers, must maintain a minimum
distance of —?— between the lower edge of the grease removal device and cooking
surface: - ✔✔4 feet
✔✔For cooking equipment without expose flame where The fluegases bypass grease
removal devices, the minimum vertical distance shall be permitted to be reduced by not
less than: - ✔✔6 inches
✔✔Grease filters cell be installed at an angle not less than: - ✔✔45° degrees
✔✔Grease drip trays shall not be pitched to drain into an enclosed metal container
holding a capacity not to exceed: - ✔✔1 gallon
✔✔Ducts shall be allowed to pass through fire walls is provided they have approval. -
✔✔FALSE
✔✔Duct systems may connect with other building ventilation systems as long as the
proper filtering has been installed. - ✔✔FALSE
✔✔A sign shall be placed on all access panels stating "Access Panel: Do Not Obstruct".
- ✔✔TRUE
✔✔For hoods with dampers, the exhaust or supply collar, an access panel for cleaning
and inspection, shall be: - ✔✔18 inches
✔✔Exhaust fans with duct work connected to both sides shall have access for cleaning
and inspection within: - ✔✔3 feet from each side if the fan
✔✔On horizontal ducts, at least one opening shall be provided for personal entry this
opening shall be: - ✔✔20 x 20
✔✔Where openings of this size are not possible, openings large enough to permit
thorough cleaning shall be provided every: - ✔✔12 feet
✔✔Support systems of horizontal grease duct work systems that are 24 inches and
larger shall be designed for the weight of the ductwork plus: - ✔✔800 pounds
✔✔Access panels shall be of the same material and thickness of the duct. - ✔✔TRUE
✔✔Access panels shall have a gasket or sealant that is rated for: - ✔✔1500 degrees
