TEXAS MOLD REMEDIATION
CONTRACTOR EXAM 2025 |
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[DOMAIN 1: REGULATORY AUTHORITY & LICENSING - 35 Questions]
Question 1
Which Texas state agency is primarily responsible for licensing mold assessors, remediators,
and companies under the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules (TMARR)?
A) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
B) Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
C) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
D) Texas Workforce Commission
Answer: C) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) [CORRECT]
Rationale: DSHS is the primary regulatory agency responsible for licensing mold professionals
and companies under TMARR. While TDLR administers the examination, DSHS handles the
actual licensing, enforcement, and rulemaking authority under Texas Occupations Code Chapter
1958.
Question 2
Which agency administers the actual examination for mold licensing in Texas?
A) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
C) Texas Education Agency (TEA)
D) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Answer: B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) [CORRECT]
Rationale: TDLR administers the examination for mold licensing, while DSHS handles the
licensing itself. This creates a separation between testing and licensing functions.
Question 3
What is the statutory authority that establishes the mold licensing program in Texas?
, ) Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 361
A
B) Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958
C) Texas Water Code Chapter 26
D) Texas Government Code Chapter 411
Answer: B) Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958 [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958 provides the statutory foundation for the
mold assessment and remediation licensing program, authorizing DSHS to create and enforce
TMARR.
Question 4
At what threshold of mold contamination does Texas law require licensing for remediation
activities?
A) 10 contiguous square feet
B) 15 contiguous square feet
C) 25 contiguous square feet
D) 50 contiguous square feet
Answer: C) 25 contiguous square feet [CORRECT]
Rationale: Under TMARR, mold remediation of 25 contiguous square feet or more requires
licensing. Remediation of less than 25 square feet does not require a license but must still follow
proper procedures.
Question 5
How many hours of approved training are required before taking the Texas Mold Remediation
Contractor examination?
A) 24 hours
B) 32 hours
C) 40 hours
D) 48 hours
Answer: C) 40 hours [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas requires completion of a 40-hour DSHS-approved training course before an
applicant is eligible to take the Mold Remediation Contractor examination.
Question 6
How many attempts are allowed to pass the Texas Mold Remediation Contractor examination?
A) 2 attempts
B) 3 attempts
C) 4 attempts
D) Unlimited attempts
Answer: B) 3 attempts [CORRECT]
Rationale: Applicants are allowed 3 attempts to pass the examination. If all three attempts are
failed, the applicant must retake the entire 40-hour training course before being eligible to test
again.
Question 7
What is the validity period for a mold license application after submission?
A) 6 months
B) 1 year
C) 18 months
, ) 2 years
D
Answer: B) 1 year [CORRECT]
Rationale: Applicants have 1 year from the date of application to take and pass the examination.
If the exam is not passed within this timeframe, a new application must be submitted.
Question 8
What is the minimum passing score for the Texas Mold Remediation Contractor examination?
A) 65%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
Answer: B) 70% [CORRECT]
Rationale: The examination requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. This standard ensures
that licensed contractors have adequate knowledge of mold remediation principles and Texas
regulations.
Question 9
How often must a Mold Remediation Contractor license be renewed?
A) Annually
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B) Every 2 years [CORRECT]
Rationale: MRC licenses must be renewed every 2 years. The renewal process includes
completing 8 hours of continuing education to maintain competency in current practices and
regulations.
Question 10
How many hours of continuing education are required for license renewal?
A) 4 hours
B) 6 hours
C) 8 hours
D) 12 hours
Answer: C) 8 hours [CORRECT]
Rationale: Licensees must complete 8 hours of DSHS-approved continuing education during
each 2-year renewal period to maintain their license in active status.
Question 11
What is the status of mold remediation workers under Texas law?
A) They must be licensed individually
B) They must be certified by EPA
C) They must complete approved training and register (not licensed)
D) No requirements apply to workers
Answer: C) They must complete approved training and register (not licensed) [CORRECT]
Rationale: Workers complete approved training and are registered with DSHS, but they are not
individually licensed. The Mold Remediation Contractor holds the license and is responsible for
worker compliance.
Question 12
, an a Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) also serve as the Mold Remediation Contractor
C
(MRC) on the same project?
A) Yes, if they hold both licenses
B) Yes, with written client permission
C) No, this creates a conflict of interest
D) Yes, for residential projects only
Answer: C) No, this creates a conflict of interest [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas law prohibits the same individual or company from serving as both MAC and
MRC on the same project to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure independent assessment of
remediation work.
Question 13
Are owner-occupied residential dwellings exempt from mold licensing requirements?
A) Yes, completely exempt from all requirements
B) No, licensing requirements still apply based on square footage
C) Only exempt if under 100 square feet
D) Exempt from notification fees only
Answer: B) No, licensing requirements still apply based on square footage [CORRECT]
Rationale: While owner-occupied residential dwellings are exempt from the $25 notification fee,
they are NOT exempt from licensing requirements if the remediation area is 25 contiguous
square feet or more.
Question 14
What is the notification fee for mold remediation projects in Texas?
A) $10 per project
B) $25 per project
C) $50 per project
D) $100 per project
Answer: B) $25 per project [CORRECT]
Rationale: The standard notification fee is $25 per project. However, this fee is waived ($0) for
owner-occupied residential dwellings, though notification is still required.
Question 15
How many days before remediation begins must notification be submitted to DSHS?
A) 3 days
B) 5 days
C) 7 days
D) 10 days
Answer: B) 5 days [CORRECT]
Rationale: Notification must be submitted to DSHS at least 5 days before remediation begins for
projects involving 25 contiguous square feet or more of mold.
Question 16
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a Mold Remediation Contractor
license?
A) Completion of 40-hour approved training
B) Passing the state examination
C) Submission of application and fees
CONTRACTOR EXAM 2025 |
Latest Updated Study Guide | 100%
Correct Answers | DSHS Mold
License | Pass Guaranteed - A+
Graded
[VERIFIED DSHS/TMARR STANDARDS | 250+ QUESTIONS | 10 DOMAINS | GRADED A+]
[DOMAIN 1: REGULATORY AUTHORITY & LICENSING - 35 Questions]
Question 1
Which Texas state agency is primarily responsible for licensing mold assessors, remediators,
and companies under the Texas Mold Assessment and Remediation Rules (TMARR)?
A) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
B) Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
C) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
D) Texas Workforce Commission
Answer: C) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) [CORRECT]
Rationale: DSHS is the primary regulatory agency responsible for licensing mold professionals
and companies under TMARR. While TDLR administers the examination, DSHS handles the
actual licensing, enforcement, and rulemaking authority under Texas Occupations Code Chapter
1958.
Question 2
Which agency administers the actual examination for mold licensing in Texas?
A) Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
C) Texas Education Agency (TEA)
D) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Answer: B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) [CORRECT]
Rationale: TDLR administers the examination for mold licensing, while DSHS handles the
licensing itself. This creates a separation between testing and licensing functions.
Question 3
What is the statutory authority that establishes the mold licensing program in Texas?
, ) Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 361
A
B) Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958
C) Texas Water Code Chapter 26
D) Texas Government Code Chapter 411
Answer: B) Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958 [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1958 provides the statutory foundation for the
mold assessment and remediation licensing program, authorizing DSHS to create and enforce
TMARR.
Question 4
At what threshold of mold contamination does Texas law require licensing for remediation
activities?
A) 10 contiguous square feet
B) 15 contiguous square feet
C) 25 contiguous square feet
D) 50 contiguous square feet
Answer: C) 25 contiguous square feet [CORRECT]
Rationale: Under TMARR, mold remediation of 25 contiguous square feet or more requires
licensing. Remediation of less than 25 square feet does not require a license but must still follow
proper procedures.
Question 5
How many hours of approved training are required before taking the Texas Mold Remediation
Contractor examination?
A) 24 hours
B) 32 hours
C) 40 hours
D) 48 hours
Answer: C) 40 hours [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas requires completion of a 40-hour DSHS-approved training course before an
applicant is eligible to take the Mold Remediation Contractor examination.
Question 6
How many attempts are allowed to pass the Texas Mold Remediation Contractor examination?
A) 2 attempts
B) 3 attempts
C) 4 attempts
D) Unlimited attempts
Answer: B) 3 attempts [CORRECT]
Rationale: Applicants are allowed 3 attempts to pass the examination. If all three attempts are
failed, the applicant must retake the entire 40-hour training course before being eligible to test
again.
Question 7
What is the validity period for a mold license application after submission?
A) 6 months
B) 1 year
C) 18 months
, ) 2 years
D
Answer: B) 1 year [CORRECT]
Rationale: Applicants have 1 year from the date of application to take and pass the examination.
If the exam is not passed within this timeframe, a new application must be submitted.
Question 8
What is the minimum passing score for the Texas Mold Remediation Contractor examination?
A) 65%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
Answer: B) 70% [CORRECT]
Rationale: The examination requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. This standard ensures
that licensed contractors have adequate knowledge of mold remediation principles and Texas
regulations.
Question 9
How often must a Mold Remediation Contractor license be renewed?
A) Annually
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B) Every 2 years [CORRECT]
Rationale: MRC licenses must be renewed every 2 years. The renewal process includes
completing 8 hours of continuing education to maintain competency in current practices and
regulations.
Question 10
How many hours of continuing education are required for license renewal?
A) 4 hours
B) 6 hours
C) 8 hours
D) 12 hours
Answer: C) 8 hours [CORRECT]
Rationale: Licensees must complete 8 hours of DSHS-approved continuing education during
each 2-year renewal period to maintain their license in active status.
Question 11
What is the status of mold remediation workers under Texas law?
A) They must be licensed individually
B) They must be certified by EPA
C) They must complete approved training and register (not licensed)
D) No requirements apply to workers
Answer: C) They must complete approved training and register (not licensed) [CORRECT]
Rationale: Workers complete approved training and are registered with DSHS, but they are not
individually licensed. The Mold Remediation Contractor holds the license and is responsible for
worker compliance.
Question 12
, an a Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) also serve as the Mold Remediation Contractor
C
(MRC) on the same project?
A) Yes, if they hold both licenses
B) Yes, with written client permission
C) No, this creates a conflict of interest
D) Yes, for residential projects only
Answer: C) No, this creates a conflict of interest [CORRECT]
Rationale: Texas law prohibits the same individual or company from serving as both MAC and
MRC on the same project to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure independent assessment of
remediation work.
Question 13
Are owner-occupied residential dwellings exempt from mold licensing requirements?
A) Yes, completely exempt from all requirements
B) No, licensing requirements still apply based on square footage
C) Only exempt if under 100 square feet
D) Exempt from notification fees only
Answer: B) No, licensing requirements still apply based on square footage [CORRECT]
Rationale: While owner-occupied residential dwellings are exempt from the $25 notification fee,
they are NOT exempt from licensing requirements if the remediation area is 25 contiguous
square feet or more.
Question 14
What is the notification fee for mold remediation projects in Texas?
A) $10 per project
B) $25 per project
C) $50 per project
D) $100 per project
Answer: B) $25 per project [CORRECT]
Rationale: The standard notification fee is $25 per project. However, this fee is waived ($0) for
owner-occupied residential dwellings, though notification is still required.
Question 15
How many days before remediation begins must notification be submitted to DSHS?
A) 3 days
B) 5 days
C) 7 days
D) 10 days
Answer: B) 5 days [CORRECT]
Rationale: Notification must be submitted to DSHS at least 5 days before remediation begins for
projects involving 25 contiguous square feet or more of mold.
Question 16
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a Mold Remediation Contractor
license?
A) Completion of 40-hour approved training
B) Passing the state examination
C) Submission of application and fees
