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CSIA CERTIFICATION EXAM
2026|WELL REVISED ASSESSMENT
EXAM WITH PERFECT SOLUTIONS
The best brush to remove glaze in the flue? - correct-answer -A chain brush /
rotary
Main purpose of a vacuum - correct-answer -To collect dust
Two purposes of a ridge hook - correct-answer -1. Keep footing of slippery /
fragile roofs
2. Allow acces on steep roofs
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Why use an aluminum ladder? - correct-answer -Lighter and less expensive over
fiberglass
Respirator protects from what 4 things... - correct-answer -gases, dust, vapors,
disease from animals
How does a positive pressure respirator work? - correct-answer -A fan forces air
into the mask
2 Fundamental tools for a chimney sweep - correct-answer -Lights and mirrors
3 Must-have safety items - correct-answer -Gloves, hearing protection, safety
glasses
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Before setting up a ladder you should... - correct-answer -walk around perimeter
to choose best location
What should shoe soles be made of? - correct-answer -soft sole / crepe or gum
sole. NEVER leather.
Ladders should be set up at what ratio? - correct-answer -4:1
Best method of climbing ladders - correct-answer -Climb with both hands on rails
(sides)
Best way to avoid creosote related illness... - correct-answer -Protect yourself
from exposure
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Animal hazards from raccoons, squirrels, and birds include: - correct-answer -
rabies, fleas, ticks, bites, roundworms, and histoplasmosis
Hazards from stinging insects include: - correct-answer -Allergic reactions and
anaphylactic shock
Progressive decrease of draft is an indication of: - correct-answer -Development
of blockage in the flue
Open thimbles with pie plate covers should be made of what materials if not
going to be used? - correct-answer -Brick and mortar
2 Names for the crown - correct-answer -Splay or Wash
CSIA CERTIFICATION EXAM
2026|WELL REVISED ASSESSMENT
EXAM WITH PERFECT SOLUTIONS
The best brush to remove glaze in the flue? - correct-answer -A chain brush /
rotary
Main purpose of a vacuum - correct-answer -To collect dust
Two purposes of a ridge hook - correct-answer -1. Keep footing of slippery /
fragile roofs
2. Allow acces on steep roofs
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Why use an aluminum ladder? - correct-answer -Lighter and less expensive over
fiberglass
Respirator protects from what 4 things... - correct-answer -gases, dust, vapors,
disease from animals
How does a positive pressure respirator work? - correct-answer -A fan forces air
into the mask
2 Fundamental tools for a chimney sweep - correct-answer -Lights and mirrors
3 Must-have safety items - correct-answer -Gloves, hearing protection, safety
glasses
,3|Page
Before setting up a ladder you should... - correct-answer -walk around perimeter
to choose best location
What should shoe soles be made of? - correct-answer -soft sole / crepe or gum
sole. NEVER leather.
Ladders should be set up at what ratio? - correct-answer -4:1
Best method of climbing ladders - correct-answer -Climb with both hands on rails
(sides)
Best way to avoid creosote related illness... - correct-answer -Protect yourself
from exposure
, 4|Page
Animal hazards from raccoons, squirrels, and birds include: - correct-answer -
rabies, fleas, ticks, bites, roundworms, and histoplasmosis
Hazards from stinging insects include: - correct-answer -Allergic reactions and
anaphylactic shock
Progressive decrease of draft is an indication of: - correct-answer -Development
of blockage in the flue
Open thimbles with pie plate covers should be made of what materials if not
going to be used? - correct-answer -Brick and mortar
2 Names for the crown - correct-answer -Splay or Wash
