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Florida Underground Utility Contractor Exam ACTUAL
EXAM 2026-2027 COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Florida Underground Utility Contractor Exam
Batch 1 (Questions 1–50)
ACTUAL Questions with Correct Answers & Rationales
1. What is the primary purpose of a Florida Underground Utility Contractor license?
A. To supervise building construction
B. To legally install, repair, and maintain underground utilities
C. To inspect public roadways
D. To manage environmental permits
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The license authorizes qualified contractors to legally perform underground utility
work while ensuring compliance with Florida safety laws.
2. Which Florida statute governs underground utility damage prevention?
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A. Chapter 255
B. Chapter 489
C. Chapter 556
D. Chapter 633
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Florida Statutes Chapter 556 regulates underground facility damage prevention and
excavation safety.
3. What organization must be notified before excavation in Florida?
A. OSHA
B. Florida Department of Transportation
C. Sunshine 811
D. Local Fire Department
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sunshine 811 is Florida’s utility notification system that coordinates utility marking.
4. What is the minimum advance notice required before excavation?
A. 24 hours
B. 36 hours
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C. 48 hours
D. 72 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Contractors must notify Sunshine 811 at least 48 hours before digging.
5. What is the purpose of calling 811 before digging?
A. To obtain a building permit
B. To schedule inspections
C. To have underground utilities marked
D. To notify OSHA
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Utility marking helps prevent accidental damage and injuries.
6. What is the maximum civil penalty for failing to notify before digging?
A. $1,000
B. $2,500
C. $5,000
D. $10,000
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Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Florida law allows fines up to $10,000 per violation to enforce compliance.
7. What type of insurance is required for underground utility contractors?
A. Workers’ compensation only
B. General liability insurance
C. Auto liability insurance
D. Flood insurance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: General liability insurance protects against property damage and bodily injury
claims.
8. Why are utility lines color-coded?
A. For decorative purposes
B. To identify the depth of utilities
C. To identify the type of underground utility
D. To indicate soil conditions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Color codes provide a universal system for identifying underground utilities.
Florida Underground Utility Contractor Exam ACTUAL
EXAM 2026-2027 COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Florida Underground Utility Contractor Exam
Batch 1 (Questions 1–50)
ACTUAL Questions with Correct Answers & Rationales
1. What is the primary purpose of a Florida Underground Utility Contractor license?
A. To supervise building construction
B. To legally install, repair, and maintain underground utilities
C. To inspect public roadways
D. To manage environmental permits
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The license authorizes qualified contractors to legally perform underground utility
work while ensuring compliance with Florida safety laws.
2. Which Florida statute governs underground utility damage prevention?
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A. Chapter 255
B. Chapter 489
C. Chapter 556
D. Chapter 633
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Florida Statutes Chapter 556 regulates underground facility damage prevention and
excavation safety.
3. What organization must be notified before excavation in Florida?
A. OSHA
B. Florida Department of Transportation
C. Sunshine 811
D. Local Fire Department
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sunshine 811 is Florida’s utility notification system that coordinates utility marking.
4. What is the minimum advance notice required before excavation?
A. 24 hours
B. 36 hours
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C. 48 hours
D. 72 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Contractors must notify Sunshine 811 at least 48 hours before digging.
5. What is the purpose of calling 811 before digging?
A. To obtain a building permit
B. To schedule inspections
C. To have underground utilities marked
D. To notify OSHA
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Utility marking helps prevent accidental damage and injuries.
6. What is the maximum civil penalty for failing to notify before digging?
A. $1,000
B. $2,500
C. $5,000
D. $10,000
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Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Florida law allows fines up to $10,000 per violation to enforce compliance.
7. What type of insurance is required for underground utility contractors?
A. Workers’ compensation only
B. General liability insurance
C. Auto liability insurance
D. Flood insurance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: General liability insurance protects against property damage and bodily injury
claims.
8. Why are utility lines color-coded?
A. For decorative purposes
B. To identify the depth of utilities
C. To identify the type of underground utility
D. To indicate soil conditions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Color codes provide a universal system for identifying underground utilities.
