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What is required before arriving at the FDNY for the A-35 exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER- All applicants must apply and pay for the exam online.
How long does it take to complete the online application for the A-35 exam? -
CORRECT ANSWER- About 30 minutes.
What is the application fee for the A-35 Certificate of Fitness? - CORRECT
ANSWER- $25.
What forms of payment are accepted for the A-35 exam application fee? -
CORRECT ANSWER- Credit card, debit card, personal or company check, or
money order.
What is the passing score required for the A-35 Certificate of Fitness exam? -
CORRECT ANSWER- At least 70%.
How many multiple-choice questions are on the A-35 exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 20 questions.
What is the time limit for completing the A-35 exam? - CORRECT ANSWER-
30 minutes.
Where is the A-35 exam administered? - CORRECT ANSWER- FDNY
Headquarters, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY.
,What is the significance of the A-35 Certificate of Fitness? - CORRECT
ANSWER- It is important to secure and protect it like a driver's license.
What should A-35 Certificate of Fitness holders do to renew their certification?
- CORRECT ANSWER- It is strongly recommended to renew online.
What is the status of the 2022 Fire Code in relation to the A-35 exam? -
CORRECT ANSWER- The exam will mainly be based on the study booklet,
not the 2022 Fire Code.
When did the 2022 Fire Code take effect? - CORRECT ANSWER- April 15,
2022.
What is the requirement for facilities established after April 15, 2022, according
to the 2022 Fire Code? - CORRECT ANSWER- They must comply with the
design and installation provisions of the new code.
What happens to facilities established before April 15, 2022, under the new Fire
Code? - CORRECT ANSWER- They can continue under the former Fire
Code/Fire Rule unless otherwise specified.
What type of questions are on the A-35 Certificate of Fitness examination? -
CORRECT ANSWER- Multiple choice questions with four alternative
answers, only one of which is correct.
What should you do if you do not answer a question on the A-35 exam? -
CORRECT ANSWER- It will be scored as incorrect.
What is the penalty for guessing on the A-35 exam? - CORRECT ANSWER-
There is no penalty for guessing.
, Who is eligible for fee waivers for the A-35 exam? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Only government employees using their COF for work-related responsibilities.
What must be included in a request for a fee waiver? - CORRECT ANSWER-
A letter on official letterhead stating the applicant's name, exam type, and
address, along with an ID copy.
What is the main purpose of the study material provided for the A-35 exam? -
CORRECT ANSWER- To prepare applicants for the examination for the
Certificate of Fitness to Operate and Maintain Air Compressors.
What should A-35 Certificate of Fitness holders do with their certificate? -
CORRECT ANSWER- It must be available upon demand by a Fire
Department representative.
What is the convenience fee for credit card payments for the A-35 application? -
CORRECT ANSWER- A 2% convenience fee will be applied.
What is the primary use of an air compressor system? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Storing and making use of pressurized air.
What happens to air when it is pressurized by an air compressor? - CORRECT
ANSWER- It becomes hot.
What is required for compressing atmospheric air that exceeds 100 psi? -
CORRECT ANSWER- A FDNY permit.
What types of gases require a FDNY permit when compressed? - CORRECT
ANSWER- Nonflammable, corrosive, or oxidizing gases.