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Virginia (VA) FLR Flooring & Floor Covering Exam ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Summarized Exam Coverage
• Accessibility equipment types and ADA principles
• Elevator systems (traction & hydraulic)
• Electrical controls and wiring systems
• Mechanical components and operations
• Safety systems and emergency procedures
• Inspection, maintenance, and testing
• Troubleshooting techniques
• Codes and regulatory compliance
• Tools, diagnostics, and repair practices
Question 1
A technician is troubleshooting an elevator that stops between floors and does not respond to control
inputs, but emergency lighting is active. What is the most likely issue?
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A. Faulty car door operator
B. Power failure to main drive system while emergency power is active
C. Excess lubrication in guide rails
D. Overloaded counterweight system
Answer: B
Rationale: Emergency lighting indicates backup power is active, but the main drive may not be
functioning, causing the car to stop.
Question 2
During inspection, an elevator exhibits jerky movement during ascent and descent. What is the most
likely mechanical cause?
A. Excessive lubrication in control panel
B. Worn guide rails or misalignment causing friction irregularities
C. Faulty emergency lighting
D. High voltage supply stability
Answer: B
Rationale: Misaligned or worn guide rails create uneven movement and vibration.
Question 3
A hydraulic elevator is drifting downward when stopped at a floor. What component is most likely
malfunctioning?
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A. Door operator motor
B. Hydraulic control valve leaking internally
C. Counterweight ropes
D. Car lighting circuit
Answer: B
Rationale: Internal valve leakage allows fluid to bypass, causing the car to drift.
Question 4
An elevator door fails to close fully and repeatedly reopens when attempting to start. What is the likely
cause?
A. Overloaded cab
B. Faulty door safety sensor or obstruction detection system
C. Broken counterweight
D. Low hydraulic fluid level
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety sensors prevent door closure if obstruction is detected.
Question 5
A technician is performing maintenance and must prevent accidental activation of the elevator system.
What procedure must be followed?
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A. Increase system voltage
B. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure
C. Disable emergency lights only
D. Remove door panels
Answer: B
Rationale: LOTO ensures equipment is safely de-energized during maintenance.
Question 6
An elevator motor overheats frequently during operation. What is the most likely cause?
A. Proper ventilation
B. Excessive load or poor cooling/ventilation of motor
C. Clean electrical connections
D. Balanced counterweight
Answer: B
Rationale: Overheating often results from overload or insufficient cooling.
Question 7
During inspection, a technician finds worn elevator ropes. What is the appropriate action?
A. Continue operation without changes
B. Replace ropes to maintain safety and prevent failure
Virginia (VA) FLR Flooring & Floor Covering Exam ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Summarized Exam Coverage
• Accessibility equipment types and ADA principles
• Elevator systems (traction & hydraulic)
• Electrical controls and wiring systems
• Mechanical components and operations
• Safety systems and emergency procedures
• Inspection, maintenance, and testing
• Troubleshooting techniques
• Codes and regulatory compliance
• Tools, diagnostics, and repair practices
Question 1
A technician is troubleshooting an elevator that stops between floors and does not respond to control
inputs, but emergency lighting is active. What is the most likely issue?
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A. Faulty car door operator
B. Power failure to main drive system while emergency power is active
C. Excess lubrication in guide rails
D. Overloaded counterweight system
Answer: B
Rationale: Emergency lighting indicates backup power is active, but the main drive may not be
functioning, causing the car to stop.
Question 2
During inspection, an elevator exhibits jerky movement during ascent and descent. What is the most
likely mechanical cause?
A. Excessive lubrication in control panel
B. Worn guide rails or misalignment causing friction irregularities
C. Faulty emergency lighting
D. High voltage supply stability
Answer: B
Rationale: Misaligned or worn guide rails create uneven movement and vibration.
Question 3
A hydraulic elevator is drifting downward when stopped at a floor. What component is most likely
malfunctioning?
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A. Door operator motor
B. Hydraulic control valve leaking internally
C. Counterweight ropes
D. Car lighting circuit
Answer: B
Rationale: Internal valve leakage allows fluid to bypass, causing the car to drift.
Question 4
An elevator door fails to close fully and repeatedly reopens when attempting to start. What is the likely
cause?
A. Overloaded cab
B. Faulty door safety sensor or obstruction detection system
C. Broken counterweight
D. Low hydraulic fluid level
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety sensors prevent door closure if obstruction is detected.
Question 5
A technician is performing maintenance and must prevent accidental activation of the elevator system.
What procedure must be followed?
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A. Increase system voltage
B. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure
C. Disable emergency lights only
D. Remove door panels
Answer: B
Rationale: LOTO ensures equipment is safely de-energized during maintenance.
Question 6
An elevator motor overheats frequently during operation. What is the most likely cause?
A. Proper ventilation
B. Excessive load or poor cooling/ventilation of motor
C. Clean electrical connections
D. Balanced counterweight
Answer: B
Rationale: Overheating often results from overload or insufficient cooling.
Question 7
During inspection, a technician finds worn elevator ropes. What is the appropriate action?
A. Continue operation without changes
B. Replace ropes to maintain safety and prevent failure
