IICL CONTAINER INSPECTOR'S ACTUAL EXAM
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS
GRADED A+
◉ Of the following conditions in a dry-van container, which one would
require cleaning?
A. Raised mud foot prints in excess of what might normally remain
after a sweep out
B. Dry dust covering dried floor stains as might normally be found after
a sweep out
C. Coffee beans remaining inside the container as might occur after a
sweep out
D. Polyurethane beads as might be expected to lodge in grooves
between floorboards after a sweep out. Answer: C. Coffee beans
remaining inside the container as might occur after a sweep out
◉ An Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR), based on an inspection
with no damage found, can be evidence of a container's compliance
with: A. Australian Timber Component Treatment Regulations B.
Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) regulations through the ACEP
Program
C. Transport under custom's seal (TIR) regulations D. International
Standards Organization (ISO) CEDEX codes regulations. Answer: B.
,Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) regulations through the ACEP
Program
◉ The top of a replacement plastic ventilator should be centered what
distance from the top side rail? A. 50-55mm (2-2 3/16 in) B. 70-75mm
(2 5/8 - 3 in)
C. 100mm (4in) D. 150mm (6 in). Answer: A. 50-55mm (2-2 3/16 in)
◉ When must a reference line extend the full length of a bottom side
rail? A. When there are two or more areas of damage on the bottom side
rail B. When there is a sharp bend in the bottom side rail
C. When there is a bowing over the entire bottom side rail D. When
there is additional damage to the bottom side rail so that the reference
line cannot be positioned over the ends of the damage. Answer: C. When
there is a bowing over the entire bottom side rail
◉ Which of the following is NOT a transverse structural member of the
container?
A. Front sill B. Tunnel rail
C. Rear header
D. Crossmember. Answer: B. Tunnel rail
◉ A steel corner fitting is being replaced. To ensure better weld
penetration, IICL recommends that the edges of parts adjacent to the
,corner fitting be ground to a minimum bevel of? A. 30 degrees B. 45
degrees
C. 55 degrees D. 60 degrees. Answer: B. 45 degrees
◉ Which of the following components is sometimes placed
longitudinally in the container to support plywood flooring? A.
Transverse bow B. Gusset
C. Hat section center spacer
D. Threshold plate. Answer: C. Hat section center spacer
◉ Assuming owner and environmental regulations permit, which of the
following procedures is NOT recommended for repairing tarpaulins or
open top containers? A. Cleaning the area to be covered with acetone or
mineral spirit B. Using a heat gun to fuse a patch to the tarpaulin C.
Sewing on a patch of the same material as the tarpaulin D. Repairing a 6
mm (1/4 in ) pin hole with an epoxy compound. Answer: C. Sewing on a
patch of the same material as the tarpaulin
◉ Which of the following is an example of a plank floor condition
requiring repair AND which should be considered as damage?
A. A crack or split with no evidence of impact, which leaks light
B. A crack or split with a sign of impact which does not leak light
C. A crack or split, adjacent to a dented bottom rail, which leaks light
, D. A crack or split, with no evidence of impact, with a loose piece.
Answer: C. A crack or split, adjacent to a dented bottom rail, which
leaks light
◉ Welds to corner fittings should be made with?
A. CO2 semi-automatic welding
B. Low hydrogen welding rods
C. Fully automatic welding
D. Arc welding. Answer: B. Low hydrogen welding rods
◉ All of the following procedures are required EXCEPT
A. Weld smoke, spatter, etc. must be removed to permit adhesion of
paint
B. The damaged component(s) must be restored as close as possible to
original size and profile
C. Welds must be examined using radiographic or magnetic particle non-
destructive testing equipment
D. Replacement steel components must be painted with coating
compatible with that originally applied to the container. Answer: C.
Welds must be examined using radiographic or magnetic particle non-
destructive testing equipment
◉ Where should the reference line be placed in order to determine
repairworthiness of a crossmember flange that is bent upwards?
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS
GRADED A+
◉ Of the following conditions in a dry-van container, which one would
require cleaning?
A. Raised mud foot prints in excess of what might normally remain
after a sweep out
B. Dry dust covering dried floor stains as might normally be found after
a sweep out
C. Coffee beans remaining inside the container as might occur after a
sweep out
D. Polyurethane beads as might be expected to lodge in grooves
between floorboards after a sweep out. Answer: C. Coffee beans
remaining inside the container as might occur after a sweep out
◉ An Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR), based on an inspection
with no damage found, can be evidence of a container's compliance
with: A. Australian Timber Component Treatment Regulations B.
Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) regulations through the ACEP
Program
C. Transport under custom's seal (TIR) regulations D. International
Standards Organization (ISO) CEDEX codes regulations. Answer: B.
,Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) regulations through the ACEP
Program
◉ The top of a replacement plastic ventilator should be centered what
distance from the top side rail? A. 50-55mm (2-2 3/16 in) B. 70-75mm
(2 5/8 - 3 in)
C. 100mm (4in) D. 150mm (6 in). Answer: A. 50-55mm (2-2 3/16 in)
◉ When must a reference line extend the full length of a bottom side
rail? A. When there are two or more areas of damage on the bottom side
rail B. When there is a sharp bend in the bottom side rail
C. When there is a bowing over the entire bottom side rail D. When
there is additional damage to the bottom side rail so that the reference
line cannot be positioned over the ends of the damage. Answer: C. When
there is a bowing over the entire bottom side rail
◉ Which of the following is NOT a transverse structural member of the
container?
A. Front sill B. Tunnel rail
C. Rear header
D. Crossmember. Answer: B. Tunnel rail
◉ A steel corner fitting is being replaced. To ensure better weld
penetration, IICL recommends that the edges of parts adjacent to the
,corner fitting be ground to a minimum bevel of? A. 30 degrees B. 45
degrees
C. 55 degrees D. 60 degrees. Answer: B. 45 degrees
◉ Which of the following components is sometimes placed
longitudinally in the container to support plywood flooring? A.
Transverse bow B. Gusset
C. Hat section center spacer
D. Threshold plate. Answer: C. Hat section center spacer
◉ Assuming owner and environmental regulations permit, which of the
following procedures is NOT recommended for repairing tarpaulins or
open top containers? A. Cleaning the area to be covered with acetone or
mineral spirit B. Using a heat gun to fuse a patch to the tarpaulin C.
Sewing on a patch of the same material as the tarpaulin D. Repairing a 6
mm (1/4 in ) pin hole with an epoxy compound. Answer: C. Sewing on a
patch of the same material as the tarpaulin
◉ Which of the following is an example of a plank floor condition
requiring repair AND which should be considered as damage?
A. A crack or split with no evidence of impact, which leaks light
B. A crack or split with a sign of impact which does not leak light
C. A crack or split, adjacent to a dented bottom rail, which leaks light
, D. A crack or split, with no evidence of impact, with a loose piece.
Answer: C. A crack or split, adjacent to a dented bottom rail, which
leaks light
◉ Welds to corner fittings should be made with?
A. CO2 semi-automatic welding
B. Low hydrogen welding rods
C. Fully automatic welding
D. Arc welding. Answer: B. Low hydrogen welding rods
◉ All of the following procedures are required EXCEPT
A. Weld smoke, spatter, etc. must be removed to permit adhesion of
paint
B. The damaged component(s) must be restored as close as possible to
original size and profile
C. Welds must be examined using radiographic or magnetic particle non-
destructive testing equipment
D. Replacement steel components must be painted with coating
compatible with that originally applied to the container. Answer: C.
Welds must be examined using radiographic or magnetic particle non-
destructive testing equipment
◉ Where should the reference line be placed in order to determine
repairworthiness of a crossmember flange that is bent upwards?
