ICE RINK TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION
EXAM QUESTION AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A INSTANT
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1. What is the primary function of an ice rink refrigeration system?
A. Circulate warm air
B. Maintain ice surface temperature
C. Remove humidity from the arena
D. Increase ice thickness
Answer: B
Rationale: The refrigeration system removes heat from the ice slab to
maintain proper ice temperature and skating conditions.
2. Which refrigerant is most commonly used in large commercial ice rinks?
A. R-134a
B. R-22
C. Ammonia (NH₃)
D. Propane
Answer: C
Rationale: Ammonia is widely used in ice rinks due to its efficiency, low
cost, and excellent heat transfer properties.
3. The ideal ice surface temperature for hockey is approximately:
A. 15°F (-9°C)
B. 22°F (-6°C)
C. 28°F (-2°C)
D. 32°F (0°C)
Answer: B
, Rationale: Hockey ice is typically maintained around 22°F to provide speed
and durability.
4. What component removes heat from the ice slab?
A. Condenser
B. Compressor
C. Evaporator
D. Receiver
Answer: C
Rationale: The evaporator absorbs heat from the brine or glycol
circulating under the ice.
5. Brine or glycol in an ice rink system is primarily used to:
A. Freeze the ice directly
B. Transfer heat from the ice slab
C. Lubricate pipes
D. Prevent corrosion
Answer: B
Rationale: The secondary coolant transfers heat from the ice slab to the
refrigeration system.
6. Which tool is used to resurface ice?
A. Zamboni
B. Ice auger
C. Snow blower
D. Ice chisel
Answer: A
Rationale: A Zamboni scrapes, washes, and lays fresh water to maintain a
smooth ice surface.
7. What causes soft ice conditions?
A. Low humidity
B. Excessive refrigeration
C. High ice temperature
D. Thin ice slab
Answer: C
Rationale: Ice that is too warm becomes soft and deforms under skates.
, 8. High humidity in an ice rink can lead to:
A. Cracked ice
B. Fog and condensation
C. Harder ice
D. Reduced energy use
Answer: B
Rationale: Moist air condenses on cold surfaces, causing fog and dripping.
9. Which system controls moisture levels in the rink?
A. Refrigeration
B. Lighting
C. Dehumidification
D. Ice resurfacing
Answer: C
Rationale: Dehumidifiers remove excess moisture to prevent fog and
condensation.
10.What is the main safety hazard of ammonia systems?
A. Fire
B. Toxic exposure
C. Electrical shock
D. Slipping
Answer: B
Rationale: Ammonia is toxic and can cause serious injury if leaked.
11.What PPE is required when working around ammonia?
A. Hearing protection
B. Respirator
C. Welding gloves
D. Safety harness
Answer: B
Rationale: Respirators protect technicians from inhaling toxic ammonia
fumes.
12.Ice thickness in most rinks is typically:
A. ½ inch
EXAM QUESTION AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary function of an ice rink refrigeration system?
A. Circulate warm air
B. Maintain ice surface temperature
C. Remove humidity from the arena
D. Increase ice thickness
Answer: B
Rationale: The refrigeration system removes heat from the ice slab to
maintain proper ice temperature and skating conditions.
2. Which refrigerant is most commonly used in large commercial ice rinks?
A. R-134a
B. R-22
C. Ammonia (NH₃)
D. Propane
Answer: C
Rationale: Ammonia is widely used in ice rinks due to its efficiency, low
cost, and excellent heat transfer properties.
3. The ideal ice surface temperature for hockey is approximately:
A. 15°F (-9°C)
B. 22°F (-6°C)
C. 28°F (-2°C)
D. 32°F (0°C)
Answer: B
, Rationale: Hockey ice is typically maintained around 22°F to provide speed
and durability.
4. What component removes heat from the ice slab?
A. Condenser
B. Compressor
C. Evaporator
D. Receiver
Answer: C
Rationale: The evaporator absorbs heat from the brine or glycol
circulating under the ice.
5. Brine or glycol in an ice rink system is primarily used to:
A. Freeze the ice directly
B. Transfer heat from the ice slab
C. Lubricate pipes
D. Prevent corrosion
Answer: B
Rationale: The secondary coolant transfers heat from the ice slab to the
refrigeration system.
6. Which tool is used to resurface ice?
A. Zamboni
B. Ice auger
C. Snow blower
D. Ice chisel
Answer: A
Rationale: A Zamboni scrapes, washes, and lays fresh water to maintain a
smooth ice surface.
7. What causes soft ice conditions?
A. Low humidity
B. Excessive refrigeration
C. High ice temperature
D. Thin ice slab
Answer: C
Rationale: Ice that is too warm becomes soft and deforms under skates.
, 8. High humidity in an ice rink can lead to:
A. Cracked ice
B. Fog and condensation
C. Harder ice
D. Reduced energy use
Answer: B
Rationale: Moist air condenses on cold surfaces, causing fog and dripping.
9. Which system controls moisture levels in the rink?
A. Refrigeration
B. Lighting
C. Dehumidification
D. Ice resurfacing
Answer: C
Rationale: Dehumidifiers remove excess moisture to prevent fog and
condensation.
10.What is the main safety hazard of ammonia systems?
A. Fire
B. Toxic exposure
C. Electrical shock
D. Slipping
Answer: B
Rationale: Ammonia is toxic and can cause serious injury if leaked.
11.What PPE is required when working around ammonia?
A. Hearing protection
B. Respirator
C. Welding gloves
D. Safety harness
Answer: B
Rationale: Respirators protect technicians from inhaling toxic ammonia
fumes.
12.Ice thickness in most rinks is typically:
A. ½ inch
