IICRC FSRT FIRE AND SMOKE
RESTORATION TECHNOLOGY EXAM 2026
WITH ACTUAL CORRECT QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED DETAILED
ANSWERS|FREQUENTLY TESTED
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS |ALREADY
GRADED A+|NEWEST|GUARANTEED
PASS|BRAND NEW VERSION!!
Four principles of odor control:
Remove the Source, Clean the Source Area, Penetration, and Sealing Surfaces.
1 Reason to deodorize the structure in the beginning of the project is to prevent ______
_____or "psychological" odor. This odor can be difficult to remove.
Heightened Awareness
The source area or room is where deodorization efforts _____.
Begin
Oils, gels or solids that are impregnated with fragrances, which prolong the evaporation of
deodorant vapors, are classified as ____ _____.
Masking Agents
Before ____ _______, it is highly recommended that the restorer contact and advise
appropriate departmental agencies.
Thermal Fogging
Thermal fogging petroleum-based deodorizers excessively in confined areas can create safety
hazards such as:
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,Possible Explosions, Respiratory Irritation, and Slippery Residues
If you do not have the correct PPE on, you must ____ spaces that are being wet fogged,
thermally fogged or being treated with ozone.
Vacate
Food in boxes or cans subject to heat are ____ _____ by the restorer before disposal.
Properly Documented
All contents removed during the emergency service pack-out will be preconditioned with a
______ _____ _____ or ______ ______ _____ ______
Lambs Wool Duster, Vacuuming with Brush Attachment
The cleaning procedure called _____ uses dry soil removal to clean smoke residues from
delicate fabrics and surfaces.
Pre-Conditioning
When mixing chemicals, technicians should fill the mixing container first ______ ________, then
add the ______ _______.
With Water, Chemical Concentrates
_____ _____ cream is effective for cleaning finished wood furniture with heavy smoke damage.
Wood Restoring
Usually, the most economical restoration option is _______.
Cleaning
The cleaning technician's primary task when cleaning structural items is to restore and preserve
either _____ or material _____.
Surfaces Fabrics
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,A basic step required in light-to-moderate smoke odor situations is to begin by cleaning the
_________area.
Source
The restorer's ability to restore soot-contaminated surfaces is influenced by the location of the
_____line.
Heat
The coating components of acoustical textured (popcorn type) ceilings will ________ when
cleaned with aggressive cleaning techniques.
Deteriorate
To prevent damage to breakable items on walls or furniture, the technician should ______
breakables before wet cleaning
Secure
Most cleaning procedures for structure will begin at the ______ and finish at the ________.
Ceiling, Floor
When processing smoke residue from painted walls, all cleaning will begin at the ________ and
finish at the _______.
Bottom, Top
Moderate soot on semi-gloss enamel painted surfaces is safely removed with a _________ or
general purpose cleaner.
Degreaser
Washable hard surfaces such as glossy paints, plastic surfaces, and porcelain are commonly
cleaned with _______ _______ cleaners.
General Purpose
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, When cleaning light-to moderate soot-contaminated flat latex-painted surfaces, restorers should
___, / dry-sponge, followed by ___ ___when necessary.
Pre-Condition, Wet cleaning
When stains or odors persist after painted surfaces are cleaned, the surface should be ______
______ repainting.
Sealed Before
A major complication associated with smoke damaged attics is accessibility to surfaces, irregular
surfaces and contents of _______value.
Questionable
Wood structural piece is charred, depending on severity, it should be scraped before sealing,
removed and replaced or cleaned using __________ media.
Blast
Technicians should not decide they will be able to restore a damaged item until they have
pretested the item and communicated with the_____.
Customer
When cleaning finished wood surfaces, it is recommended to wash the wood panel surfaces in
the same direction of the ______grain.
Wood
When cleaning finished paneling with light to moderate smoke residues, wet clean with a
_______ ______ _______.
Mild Alkaline Detergent
______ ______ gel or cream is a restoration agent used to remove smoke embedded within a
clear coated finished surface, especially wood furniture.
Wood Restoring
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RESTORATION TECHNOLOGY EXAM 2026
WITH ACTUAL CORRECT QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED DETAILED
ANSWERS|FREQUENTLY TESTED
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS |ALREADY
GRADED A+|NEWEST|GUARANTEED
PASS|BRAND NEW VERSION!!
Four principles of odor control:
Remove the Source, Clean the Source Area, Penetration, and Sealing Surfaces.
1 Reason to deodorize the structure in the beginning of the project is to prevent ______
_____or "psychological" odor. This odor can be difficult to remove.
Heightened Awareness
The source area or room is where deodorization efforts _____.
Begin
Oils, gels or solids that are impregnated with fragrances, which prolong the evaporation of
deodorant vapors, are classified as ____ _____.
Masking Agents
Before ____ _______, it is highly recommended that the restorer contact and advise
appropriate departmental agencies.
Thermal Fogging
Thermal fogging petroleum-based deodorizers excessively in confined areas can create safety
hazards such as:
1|Page
,Possible Explosions, Respiratory Irritation, and Slippery Residues
If you do not have the correct PPE on, you must ____ spaces that are being wet fogged,
thermally fogged or being treated with ozone.
Vacate
Food in boxes or cans subject to heat are ____ _____ by the restorer before disposal.
Properly Documented
All contents removed during the emergency service pack-out will be preconditioned with a
______ _____ _____ or ______ ______ _____ ______
Lambs Wool Duster, Vacuuming with Brush Attachment
The cleaning procedure called _____ uses dry soil removal to clean smoke residues from
delicate fabrics and surfaces.
Pre-Conditioning
When mixing chemicals, technicians should fill the mixing container first ______ ________, then
add the ______ _______.
With Water, Chemical Concentrates
_____ _____ cream is effective for cleaning finished wood furniture with heavy smoke damage.
Wood Restoring
Usually, the most economical restoration option is _______.
Cleaning
The cleaning technician's primary task when cleaning structural items is to restore and preserve
either _____ or material _____.
Surfaces Fabrics
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,A basic step required in light-to-moderate smoke odor situations is to begin by cleaning the
_________area.
Source
The restorer's ability to restore soot-contaminated surfaces is influenced by the location of the
_____line.
Heat
The coating components of acoustical textured (popcorn type) ceilings will ________ when
cleaned with aggressive cleaning techniques.
Deteriorate
To prevent damage to breakable items on walls or furniture, the technician should ______
breakables before wet cleaning
Secure
Most cleaning procedures for structure will begin at the ______ and finish at the ________.
Ceiling, Floor
When processing smoke residue from painted walls, all cleaning will begin at the ________ and
finish at the _______.
Bottom, Top
Moderate soot on semi-gloss enamel painted surfaces is safely removed with a _________ or
general purpose cleaner.
Degreaser
Washable hard surfaces such as glossy paints, plastic surfaces, and porcelain are commonly
cleaned with _______ _______ cleaners.
General Purpose
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, When cleaning light-to moderate soot-contaminated flat latex-painted surfaces, restorers should
___, / dry-sponge, followed by ___ ___when necessary.
Pre-Condition, Wet cleaning
When stains or odors persist after painted surfaces are cleaned, the surface should be ______
______ repainting.
Sealed Before
A major complication associated with smoke damaged attics is accessibility to surfaces, irregular
surfaces and contents of _______value.
Questionable
Wood structural piece is charred, depending on severity, it should be scraped before sealing,
removed and replaced or cleaned using __________ media.
Blast
Technicians should not decide they will be able to restore a damaged item until they have
pretested the item and communicated with the_____.
Customer
When cleaning finished wood surfaces, it is recommended to wash the wood panel surfaces in
the same direction of the ______grain.
Wood
When cleaning finished paneling with light to moderate smoke residues, wet clean with a
_______ ______ _______.
Mild Alkaline Detergent
______ ______ gel or cream is a restoration agent used to remove smoke embedded within a
clear coated finished surface, especially wood furniture.
Wood Restoring
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