NYC Site Safety Coordinator (SSC) Exam –
2026 Practice Test: 200 Questions with Correct
Answers & Rationales | PDF.
Key Features
Building Scope: Mandatory for new constructions, major alterations, or
demolitions of buildings 15,000 to 49,999 square feet or 5 to 9
stories high.
Prerequisites: Requires a 31-hour Site Safety Coordinator course and
a valid OSHA 30-hour card (plus relevant field experience).
Passing Score: A minimum of 70% is required on the computer-based
exam.
Logbook Authority: The SSC has the legal power to stop work and must
sign the safety log daily to certify the site is compliant.
1. How often must a "Toolbox Talk" (Safety Meeting) be held for
workers?
A. Monthly
B. Weekly
C. Every day (Daily)
D. Only after an accident
Answer: C
Explanation: Pre-shift safety meetings must be conducted daily to inform
workers of specific hazards for that day's tasks.
2. A "Category 1" DOB violation is defined as:
A. Non-hazardous
B. Immediately Hazardous
C. Minor Administrative
D. Late Filing
, Answer: B
Explanation: Class 1 violations are the most serious and require immediate
correction to prevent injury or death.
3. Safety netting must be provided when the working deck reaches what
height?
A. 25 feet
B. 60 feet
C. 75 feet
D. 100 feet
Answer: C
Explanation: Vertical safety netting is required once the building
construction exceeds 75 feet in height.
4. A sidewalk shed is required if the building being constructed is higher
than:
A. 20 feet
B. 40 feet
C. 60 feet
D. 80 feet
Answer: B
Explanation: Any construction over 40 feet high or any demolition requires
a sidewalk shed for public protection.
5. Horizontal safety nets must be placed no more than ___ stories below
the working level.
A. 1 story
B. 2 stories
C. 3 stories
D. 5 stories
Answer: B
Explanation: To limit fall distance, horizontal nets must be within 2 stories
(or 30 feet) of where work is being performed.
6. Who can authorize the removal of a sidewalk shed?
A. The SSC
B. The Contractor
C. The NYC Department of Buildings
, D. The Site Foreman
Answer: C
Explanation: A shed cannot be legally removed until the DOB determines
the facade or structure is safe for the public.
7. Toeboards on a scaffold must be at least ___ inches high.
A. 2 inches
B. 3.5 inches
C. 5.5 inches
D. 6 inches
Answer: B
Explanation: Toeboards must be a minimum of 3.5 inches high to prevent
tools or materials from being kicked off the edge.
8. Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) are mandatory at what height in
NYC?
A. 4 feet
B. 6 feet
C. 10 feet
D. 15 feet
Answer: B
Explanation: NYC follows the OSHA 6-foot rule for fall protection in general
construction.
9. What color must standpipe Siamese connections be for a dry system?
A. Red
B. Yellow
C. Green
D. Red with a "Dry Standpipe" sign
Answer: D
Explanation: Proper labeling and red coloring are required so FDNY can
identify and use the system during an emergency.
10. How much vertical clearance is required under a sidewalk shed?
A. 7 feet
B. 8 feet
C. 10 feet
D. 12 feet
, Answer: B
Explanation: Sheds must provide 8 feet of clear walking height for
pedestrians.
11. A "Competent Person" is defined as someone who:
A. Has a master's degree
B. Can identify hazards and has authority to correct them
C. Is at least 25 years old
D. Knows how to use all tools
Answer: B
Explanation: Authority to stop work and fix hazards is the key part of being
a Competent Person.
12. If an SSC is not on-site during active work hours, the DOB can
issue a:
A. Warning
B. $500 fine
C. Full Stop Work Order (SWO)
D. Verbal reprimand
Answer: C
Explanation: The presence of an SSC/SSM is a legal requirement for the
permit; their absence shuts down the site.
13. All construction workers in NYC must now have a ___ hour Site
Safety Training (SST) card.
A. 10-hour
B. 30-hour
C. 40-hour
D. 60-hour
Answer: C
Explanation: Local Law 196 requires workers to have 40 hours of training to
work on major sites.
14. A "Class C" fire extinguisher is used for:
A. Wood and paper
B. Grease and oil
C. Electrical equipment
D. Metal fires
2026 Practice Test: 200 Questions with Correct
Answers & Rationales | PDF.
Key Features
Building Scope: Mandatory for new constructions, major alterations, or
demolitions of buildings 15,000 to 49,999 square feet or 5 to 9
stories high.
Prerequisites: Requires a 31-hour Site Safety Coordinator course and
a valid OSHA 30-hour card (plus relevant field experience).
Passing Score: A minimum of 70% is required on the computer-based
exam.
Logbook Authority: The SSC has the legal power to stop work and must
sign the safety log daily to certify the site is compliant.
1. How often must a "Toolbox Talk" (Safety Meeting) be held for
workers?
A. Monthly
B. Weekly
C. Every day (Daily)
D. Only after an accident
Answer: C
Explanation: Pre-shift safety meetings must be conducted daily to inform
workers of specific hazards for that day's tasks.
2. A "Category 1" DOB violation is defined as:
A. Non-hazardous
B. Immediately Hazardous
C. Minor Administrative
D. Late Filing
, Answer: B
Explanation: Class 1 violations are the most serious and require immediate
correction to prevent injury or death.
3. Safety netting must be provided when the working deck reaches what
height?
A. 25 feet
B. 60 feet
C. 75 feet
D. 100 feet
Answer: C
Explanation: Vertical safety netting is required once the building
construction exceeds 75 feet in height.
4. A sidewalk shed is required if the building being constructed is higher
than:
A. 20 feet
B. 40 feet
C. 60 feet
D. 80 feet
Answer: B
Explanation: Any construction over 40 feet high or any demolition requires
a sidewalk shed for public protection.
5. Horizontal safety nets must be placed no more than ___ stories below
the working level.
A. 1 story
B. 2 stories
C. 3 stories
D. 5 stories
Answer: B
Explanation: To limit fall distance, horizontal nets must be within 2 stories
(or 30 feet) of where work is being performed.
6. Who can authorize the removal of a sidewalk shed?
A. The SSC
B. The Contractor
C. The NYC Department of Buildings
, D. The Site Foreman
Answer: C
Explanation: A shed cannot be legally removed until the DOB determines
the facade or structure is safe for the public.
7. Toeboards on a scaffold must be at least ___ inches high.
A. 2 inches
B. 3.5 inches
C. 5.5 inches
D. 6 inches
Answer: B
Explanation: Toeboards must be a minimum of 3.5 inches high to prevent
tools or materials from being kicked off the edge.
8. Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) are mandatory at what height in
NYC?
A. 4 feet
B. 6 feet
C. 10 feet
D. 15 feet
Answer: B
Explanation: NYC follows the OSHA 6-foot rule for fall protection in general
construction.
9. What color must standpipe Siamese connections be for a dry system?
A. Red
B. Yellow
C. Green
D. Red with a "Dry Standpipe" sign
Answer: D
Explanation: Proper labeling and red coloring are required so FDNY can
identify and use the system during an emergency.
10. How much vertical clearance is required under a sidewalk shed?
A. 7 feet
B. 8 feet
C. 10 feet
D. 12 feet
, Answer: B
Explanation: Sheds must provide 8 feet of clear walking height for
pedestrians.
11. A "Competent Person" is defined as someone who:
A. Has a master's degree
B. Can identify hazards and has authority to correct them
C. Is at least 25 years old
D. Knows how to use all tools
Answer: B
Explanation: Authority to stop work and fix hazards is the key part of being
a Competent Person.
12. If an SSC is not on-site during active work hours, the DOB can
issue a:
A. Warning
B. $500 fine
C. Full Stop Work Order (SWO)
D. Verbal reprimand
Answer: C
Explanation: The presence of an SSC/SSM is a legal requirement for the
permit; their absence shuts down the site.
13. All construction workers in NYC must now have a ___ hour Site
Safety Training (SST) card.
A. 10-hour
B. 30-hour
C. 40-hour
D. 60-hour
Answer: C
Explanation: Local Law 196 requires workers to have 40 hours of training to
work on major sites.
14. A "Class C" fire extinguisher is used for:
A. Wood and paper
B. Grease and oil
C. Electrical equipment
D. Metal fires
