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What is the first step for applicants to take before arriving at the FDNY for the A-35
exam? - correct answerAll applicants are required to apply and pay for an exam
online.
How long does it typically take to complete the online application for the A-35 exam? -
correct answerAbout 30 minutes.
What is the passing score required to secure a Certificate of Fitness for the A-35 exam?
- correct answerAt least 70%.
Where is the A-35 exam administered? - correct answerFDNY Headquarters, 9
MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY.
What type of exam format is used for the A-35 Certificate of Fitness? - correct
answerA multiple-choice exam administered on a touch screen computer monitor.
What are the accepted forms of payment for the A-35 exam application fee? - correct
answerCredit/debit card, personal or company check, or money order.
What is the convenience fee applied to card payments for the A-35 exam? - correct
answerA convenience fee of 2%.
,What must government employees submit to qualify for a fee waiver for the A-35 exam?
- correct answerA letter requesting a fee waiver on official letterhead and a copy of
their identification card.
Is there an Alternative Issuance Procedure (AIP) available for the A-35 Certificate of
Fitness? - correct answerNo, the certificate can only be obtained by passing the
computer exam.
What is the main purpose of the study material provided for the A-35 exam? - correct
answerTo prepare applicants for the examination for the Certificate of Fitness to
Operate and Maintain Air Compressors.
What is the significance of holding a Certificate of Fitness according to the study
material? - correct answerIt must be secured and protected like a driver's license
and available upon demand by authorized representatives.
What is the effective date of the 2022 Fire Code? - correct answerApril 15, 2022.
What provisions of the 2022 Fire Code apply to facilities established on or after April 15,
2022? - correct answerDesign and installation provisions.
What must A-35 Certificate of Fitness holders do regarding the 2022 Fire Code? -
correct answerBecome familiar with the applicable sections of the new 2022 Fire
Code.
What happens if an applicant does not correct answer a question or marks more
than one alternative on the A-35 exam? - correct answerThe correct answer will
be scored as incorrect.
, What is the main content focus of the study material for the A-35 exam? - correct
answerInformation from relevant sections of the Fire Prevention Code and the
Building Code of New York.
What is the recommended method for renewing the A-35 Certificate of Fitness? -
correct answerRenew online.
What is the requirement for retesting on the same calendar day for the A-35 exam? -
correct answerRetesting on the same calendar day is not permitted.
What type of questions are included in the A-35 Certificate of Fitness examination? -
correct answerMultiple-choice questions with four alternative correct answers.
What is the responsibility of the Certificate of Fitness holder regarding their knowledge?
- correct answerIt is their responsibility to learn whatever else they need to know to
do their job effectively.
What should applicants do before taking the A-35 exam? - correct answerCheck for
the latest revised booklet at the FDNY website.
What is the main focus of Part 2 in the study material for the A-35 exam? - correct
answerOperation of Air Compressors.
What is covered in Part 3 of the study material for the A-35 exam? - correct
answerMaintenance & Safety Procedures.
What is included in the study material regarding fire extinguishers? - correct
answerFire Extinguishers section is part of the study material.