NICET LEVEL 3 WATER-BASED SYSTEMS
LAYOUT COMPREHENSIVE SCRIPT 2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED TO
PASS
◉ When is the proper time for the employee's to receive training on
the company fall arrest system? Answer: Before using the fall arrest
system
◉ What is the maximum allowed scissor lift speed? Answer: 1 foot
per second
◉ If an explosive actuated tool misfires, you should? Answer: Wait
30 seconds and then refire
◉ When using compressed air for cleaning, it should be rated at less
than ______ PSI? Answer: 30
◉ What is the minimum width allowed for the ladder stairs?
Answer: 12 Inches
,◉ Hearing protection is required when the noise level reaches 90
DBA for a duration of _________hrs? Answer: 8
◉ How far above the point of support is a ladder required to extend
when used to access the roof? _____ft Answer: 3
◉ When are hard hats required on the job sites? Answer: When
there is a potential for injury from falling objects
◉ Scaffolding and components shall be capable of supporting a
weight of? Answer: Four times the maximum intended load
◉ When using a grounded power tool you find an available
extension cord (2 wire). What should you do? Answer: Only use a
grounded 3 wire extension cord
◉ Which of the following is identified as the OSHA control of energy
source standard Answer: 29 CFR 1910.147
◉ Equipment should be locked out/ tagged out when which of the
following conditions exist? Answer: An employee is required to
bypass a guard or other safety device during maintenance/ danger
zone exists when machinery is operating
, ◉ Which of the following is required for locks and tags used in a
lockout/ tagout procedure Answer: They must identify the person
who applied the device
◉ Sprinklers are subject to overspray accumulation shall be
protected using cellophane bags having a thickness of ______ inches?
Answer: 0.0003
◉ A building has 3 different types of sprinklers. How many sprinkler
wrenches are required to be kept on premises? Answer: 3
◉ During testing of a diesel engine driven fire pump system. The fire
pump is running at a low RPM. This is considered a _________?
Answer: Impairment
◉ Scope Answer: The minimum requirements for the ITM of water-
based fire protection systems and the actions to undertake when
changes to the system occur
◉ Units Answer: If a value for measurement as given in this standard
is followed by an equivalent value, the first stated value is the
requirement
◉ Types of systems Answer: Sprinkler, standpipe and hose, fixed
water spray, private fire hydrants, water mist, and foam water
LAYOUT COMPREHENSIVE SCRIPT 2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED TO
PASS
◉ When is the proper time for the employee's to receive training on
the company fall arrest system? Answer: Before using the fall arrest
system
◉ What is the maximum allowed scissor lift speed? Answer: 1 foot
per second
◉ If an explosive actuated tool misfires, you should? Answer: Wait
30 seconds and then refire
◉ When using compressed air for cleaning, it should be rated at less
than ______ PSI? Answer: 30
◉ What is the minimum width allowed for the ladder stairs?
Answer: 12 Inches
,◉ Hearing protection is required when the noise level reaches 90
DBA for a duration of _________hrs? Answer: 8
◉ How far above the point of support is a ladder required to extend
when used to access the roof? _____ft Answer: 3
◉ When are hard hats required on the job sites? Answer: When
there is a potential for injury from falling objects
◉ Scaffolding and components shall be capable of supporting a
weight of? Answer: Four times the maximum intended load
◉ When using a grounded power tool you find an available
extension cord (2 wire). What should you do? Answer: Only use a
grounded 3 wire extension cord
◉ Which of the following is identified as the OSHA control of energy
source standard Answer: 29 CFR 1910.147
◉ Equipment should be locked out/ tagged out when which of the
following conditions exist? Answer: An employee is required to
bypass a guard or other safety device during maintenance/ danger
zone exists when machinery is operating
, ◉ Which of the following is required for locks and tags used in a
lockout/ tagout procedure Answer: They must identify the person
who applied the device
◉ Sprinklers are subject to overspray accumulation shall be
protected using cellophane bags having a thickness of ______ inches?
Answer: 0.0003
◉ A building has 3 different types of sprinklers. How many sprinkler
wrenches are required to be kept on premises? Answer: 3
◉ During testing of a diesel engine driven fire pump system. The fire
pump is running at a low RPM. This is considered a _________?
Answer: Impairment
◉ Scope Answer: The minimum requirements for the ITM of water-
based fire protection systems and the actions to undertake when
changes to the system occur
◉ Units Answer: If a value for measurement as given in this standard
is followed by an equivalent value, the first stated value is the
requirement
◉ Types of systems Answer: Sprinkler, standpipe and hose, fixed
water spray, private fire hydrants, water mist, and foam water
