,Question 1
The ASME Code states that the setting on the high limit pressure control on a low pressure steam
boiler shall not exceed:
Correct Answer: 15 psig
Rationale:
Low-pressure steam boilers are limited to 15 psig by ASME code to ensure safe operation.
Question 2
By definition, a boiler is an open vessel in which water is turned to steam under pressure by the
application of heat. True or False?
Correct Answer: False
Rationale:
A boiler is a closed vessel, designed to safely contain pressure.
Question 3
By N.J.A.C. rules, a school with a boiler plant with a total interconnected capacity of 100 BHP
would require a properly licensed operator to be present whenever the building was deemed
occupied. True or False?
Correct Answer: False
Rationale:
Operator presence is required when capacity exceeds 100 BHP, not at exactly 100 BHP.
,Question 4
According to state boiler regulations, where should the boiler registration number be located?
Correct Answer: On the front of the boiler
Rationale:
The registration number must be clearly visible for inspection and identification.
Question 5
A boiler operator's log shall be maintained in each plant containing over:
Correct Answer: 100 boiler horsepower
Rationale:
Logs are required once plant capacity exceeds 100 BHP.
Question 6
If in good standing, an expired license can be renewed within a period of:
Correct Answer: 3 years
Rationale:
Licenses may be renewed within three years without reexamination if in good standing.
Question 7
The low pressure black seal license will permit you to operate boiler plants of up to:
Correct Answer: No limit
Rationale:
The black seal license allows operation of low-pressure boilers regardless of horsepower.
, Question 8
What is the maximum penalty for performing the duties of a boiler operator with an expired
license?
Correct Answer: $5,000.00
Rationale:
State regulations authorize fines up to $5,000 for unlicensed operation.
Question 9
Where on the Certificate of Inspection would you find the State of New Jersey jurisdiction
number?
Correct Answer: Upper left corner
Rationale:
The jurisdiction number is placed in a standardized location for consistency.
Question 10
What is the maximum temperature and pressure a hot water supply boiler can have to be
considered a low pressure boiler?
Correct Answer: 160 psi at 250°F
Rationale:
Exceeding either limit classifies the boiler as high pressure.
Question 11
The observed pressure of a heating system when it is in an idle or non-operating mode is called:
Correct Answer: Static pressure of the system
The ASME Code states that the setting on the high limit pressure control on a low pressure steam
boiler shall not exceed:
Correct Answer: 15 psig
Rationale:
Low-pressure steam boilers are limited to 15 psig by ASME code to ensure safe operation.
Question 2
By definition, a boiler is an open vessel in which water is turned to steam under pressure by the
application of heat. True or False?
Correct Answer: False
Rationale:
A boiler is a closed vessel, designed to safely contain pressure.
Question 3
By N.J.A.C. rules, a school with a boiler plant with a total interconnected capacity of 100 BHP
would require a properly licensed operator to be present whenever the building was deemed
occupied. True or False?
Correct Answer: False
Rationale:
Operator presence is required when capacity exceeds 100 BHP, not at exactly 100 BHP.
,Question 4
According to state boiler regulations, where should the boiler registration number be located?
Correct Answer: On the front of the boiler
Rationale:
The registration number must be clearly visible for inspection and identification.
Question 5
A boiler operator's log shall be maintained in each plant containing over:
Correct Answer: 100 boiler horsepower
Rationale:
Logs are required once plant capacity exceeds 100 BHP.
Question 6
If in good standing, an expired license can be renewed within a period of:
Correct Answer: 3 years
Rationale:
Licenses may be renewed within three years without reexamination if in good standing.
Question 7
The low pressure black seal license will permit you to operate boiler plants of up to:
Correct Answer: No limit
Rationale:
The black seal license allows operation of low-pressure boilers regardless of horsepower.
, Question 8
What is the maximum penalty for performing the duties of a boiler operator with an expired
license?
Correct Answer: $5,000.00
Rationale:
State regulations authorize fines up to $5,000 for unlicensed operation.
Question 9
Where on the Certificate of Inspection would you find the State of New Jersey jurisdiction
number?
Correct Answer: Upper left corner
Rationale:
The jurisdiction number is placed in a standardized location for consistency.
Question 10
What is the maximum temperature and pressure a hot water supply boiler can have to be
considered a low pressure boiler?
Correct Answer: 160 psi at 250°F
Rationale:
Exceeding either limit classifies the boiler as high pressure.
Question 11
The observed pressure of a heating system when it is in an idle or non-operating mode is called:
Correct Answer: Static pressure of the system
