NICET LEVEL III WATER BASE 2026 TEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔In systems where the sole water supply is through a backflow preventer and/ or
pressure reducing valves, the main drain test of at least one system downstream of the
device shall be conducted ________? - ✔✔Quarterly
✔✔Hose connections should be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with
NFPA 25 Chapter ______ and Chapter____? - ✔✔6,13
✔✔When is the proper time for the employee's to receive training on the company fall
arrest system? - ✔✔Before using the fall arrest system
✔✔What is the maximum allowed scissor lift speed? - ✔✔1 foot per second
✔✔If an explosive actuated tool misfires, you should? - ✔✔Wait 30 seconds and then
refire
✔✔When using compressed air for cleaning, it should be rated at less than ______
PSI? - ✔✔30
✔✔What is the minimum width allowed for the ladder stairs? - ✔✔12 Inches
, ✔✔Hearing protection is required when the noise level reaches 90 DBA for a duration of
_________? - ✔✔8 hours
✔✔How far above the point of support is a ladder required to extend when used to
access the roof? - ✔✔3 Feet
✔✔When are hard hats required on the job sites? - ✔✔When there is a potential for
injury from falling objects
✔✔Scaffolding and components shall be capable of supporting a weight of? - ✔✔Four
times the maximum intended load
✔✔When using a grounded power tool you find an available extension cord (2 wire).
What should you do? - ✔✔Only use a grounded 3 wire extension cord
✔✔Which of the following is identified as the OSHA control of energy source standard -
✔✔29 CFR 1910.147
✔✔Equipment should be locked out/ tagged out when which of the following conditions
exist? - ✔✔An employee is required to bypass a guard or other safety device during
maintenance/ danger zone exists when machinery is operating
✔✔Which of the following is required for locks and tags used in a lockout/ tagout
procedure - ✔✔They must identify the person who applied the device
✔✔Sprinklers are subject to overspray accumulation shall be protected using
cellophane bags having a thickness of ______? - ✔✔0.0003 inches
✔✔A building has 3 different types of sprinklers. How many sprinkler wrenches are
required to be kept on premises? - ✔✔3
✔✔During testing of a diesel engine driven fire pump system. The fire pump is running
at a low RPM. This is considered a _________? - ✔✔Impairment
✔✔ What is a purpose of a control valve - ✔✔Control Flow to water based fire
protection system
✔✔The gauge on the quick opening device shall indicate _____ as compared to the
gauge on the system side of the dry pipe valve? - ✔✔the same pressure
✔✔What type of test shall be provided when a valve is returned to service to determine
that the valve is open? - ✔✔Valve status test
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔In systems where the sole water supply is through a backflow preventer and/ or
pressure reducing valves, the main drain test of at least one system downstream of the
device shall be conducted ________? - ✔✔Quarterly
✔✔Hose connections should be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with
NFPA 25 Chapter ______ and Chapter____? - ✔✔6,13
✔✔When is the proper time for the employee's to receive training on the company fall
arrest system? - ✔✔Before using the fall arrest system
✔✔What is the maximum allowed scissor lift speed? - ✔✔1 foot per second
✔✔If an explosive actuated tool misfires, you should? - ✔✔Wait 30 seconds and then
refire
✔✔When using compressed air for cleaning, it should be rated at less than ______
PSI? - ✔✔30
✔✔What is the minimum width allowed for the ladder stairs? - ✔✔12 Inches
, ✔✔Hearing protection is required when the noise level reaches 90 DBA for a duration of
_________? - ✔✔8 hours
✔✔How far above the point of support is a ladder required to extend when used to
access the roof? - ✔✔3 Feet
✔✔When are hard hats required on the job sites? - ✔✔When there is a potential for
injury from falling objects
✔✔Scaffolding and components shall be capable of supporting a weight of? - ✔✔Four
times the maximum intended load
✔✔When using a grounded power tool you find an available extension cord (2 wire).
What should you do? - ✔✔Only use a grounded 3 wire extension cord
✔✔Which of the following is identified as the OSHA control of energy source standard -
✔✔29 CFR 1910.147
✔✔Equipment should be locked out/ tagged out when which of the following conditions
exist? - ✔✔An employee is required to bypass a guard or other safety device during
maintenance/ danger zone exists when machinery is operating
✔✔Which of the following is required for locks and tags used in a lockout/ tagout
procedure - ✔✔They must identify the person who applied the device
✔✔Sprinklers are subject to overspray accumulation shall be protected using
cellophane bags having a thickness of ______? - ✔✔0.0003 inches
✔✔A building has 3 different types of sprinklers. How many sprinkler wrenches are
required to be kept on premises? - ✔✔3
✔✔During testing of a diesel engine driven fire pump system. The fire pump is running
at a low RPM. This is considered a _________? - ✔✔Impairment
✔✔ What is a purpose of a control valve - ✔✔Control Flow to water based fire
protection system
✔✔The gauge on the quick opening device shall indicate _____ as compared to the
gauge on the system side of the dry pipe valve? - ✔✔the same pressure
✔✔What type of test shall be provided when a valve is returned to service to determine
that the valve is open? - ✔✔Valve status test
