FDNY COF P-98 Practice Exam (120 Questions)
1. Where is fuel-oil generally used in buildings?
a) Portable space heaters
b) Stationary equipment
c) Cooking appliances
d) Vehicle refueling stations
Answer: B
*Rationale: The P-98 COF applies strictly to stationary equipment such as boilers,
furnaces, and emergency generators.*
2. What are the two primary purposes of fuel-oil in buildings?
a) Equipment lubrication and parts cleaning
b) Fueling emergency generators and heating equipment
c) Pest control and waterproofing
d) Hydraulic lifts and cooling towers
Answer: B
Rationale: Fuel-oil systems are designed to provide energy for building heating
and to ensure emergency power via generators.
,3. Which Certificate of Fitness is required to supervise fuel-oil transfer from the
lowest floor to upper floors?
a) G-98
b) P-98
c) S-98
d) A-35
Answer: B
*Rationale: The P-98 is specifically designated for the supervision of fuel-oil
transfer operations.*
4. What does the word "shall" indicate in FDNY regulations?
a) A future possibility
b) A suggestion
c) A mandatory requirement
d) An optional guideline
Answer: C
Rationale: "Shall" is the legal standard for a codified requirement of the Fire Code
or FDNY, meaning it is mandatory.
,5. What does the word "should" indicate in FDNY study materials?
a) A mandatory requirement
b) A recommended policy or best practice
c) An illegal action
d) A federal law
Answer: B
Rationale: "Should" refers to policies and best practices recommended by the
FDNY, but not codified as a strict legal requirement.
6. What is the minimum age to apply for the P-98 Certificate of Fitness?
a) 16 years old
b) 18 years old
c) 21 years old
d) 25 years old
Answer: B
Rationale: The FDNY Consolidated Examination requires all applicants to be at
least 18 years of age.
7. What is the passing score for the P-98 exam?
a) 100%
, b) 90%
c) 80%
d) 70%
Answer: D
Rationale: A passing score of at least 70% is required to obtain the Certificate of
Fitness.
8. How often must the P-98 COF be renewed?
a) Annually
b) Every 2 years
c) Every 3 years
d) Every 5 years
Answer: C
*Rationale: The renewal cycle for the P-98 certificate is 3 years.*
9. What type of test is the P-98 exam?
a) Oral practical demonstration
b) Written multiple-choice
c) Online open-book