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468_PA_PH 468 - PENNSYLVANIA
(PHILADELPHIA) DEMOLITION CLASS
B 2026 PRACTICE EXAM COMPLETE
(200) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
DETAILED
EXPLANATIONS|GUARANTEED PASS.
DEMOLITION
Prepare with confidence using this PA PH 468 – Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia) Demolition Class B Practice Exam, designed to assess
knowledge of safe and compliant demolition practices. It focuses on
demolition procedures, structural safety, hazardous material handling,
OSHA regulations, site preparation, and Philadelphia building code
requirements. The exam strengthens technical understanding and
safety compliance in demolition operations. Suitable for contractors
and licensing candidates preparing for Pennsylvania Class B demolition
examinations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
Exam Blueprint (Domains Covered):
Demolition Safety & Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, L&I) – 20%
Pre-Demolition Planning & Site Assessment (eCLIPSE, Pre-Demo
Inspections) – 15%
Tools, Equipment & Demolition Techniques (Mechanical & Manual) – 15%
Environmental & Hazardous Material Management (Asbestos, Lead, Dust) –
15%
Structural Considerations & Party Walls (Load-Bearing, Shoring) – 15%
Waste Management, Recycling & Post-Demolition – 10%
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Professional Practice, Insurance & Bonding – 10%
Time limit (simulated): 3.5 hours
Passing threshold (simulated): 70% (140/200)
DOMAIN 1: DEMOLITION SAFETY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
(Questions 1–40)
1. Before beginning any demolition project, the FIRST step is:
A) Start equipment immediately
B) Conduct a site hazard assessment and review the safety plan
C) Remove debris
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D) Notify neighbors by phone only
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA 1926.850(a) and Philadelphia L&I regulations require a
preliminary site survey to identify structural and health hazards before any
work begins.
2. The most important piece of PPE for demolition work involving falling
debris is:
A) Ear plugs
B) Hard hat
C) Safety glasses
D) Respirator
Answer: B
Rationale: A hard hat protects workers from head injuries caused by falling
objects, a common hazard on active demolition sites.
3. OSHA requires that workers exposed to potential falls of 6 feet or more
must use:
A) Safety glasses
B) Fall protection (harness, guardrails, or safety nets)
C) Steel-toed boots
D) Respirators
Answer: B
*Rationale: 29 CFR 1926.501 mandates fall protection for any worker exposed
to a fall of 6 feet or more in the construction/demolition industry.*
4. Which is a key requirement before cutting or removing structural
elements?
A) Inspect and de-energize utilities
B) Remove PPE
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C) Ignore structural drawings
D) Start demolition immediately at the weakest point
Answer: A
Rationale: Cutting into energized lines can cause electrocution or gas
explosions. "Lockout/Tagout" (LOTO) procedures are required before
structural work begins.
5. A "competent person" on site is someone who:
A) Has any construction experience
B) Can identify hazards and has authority to take corrective action
C) Only supervises paperwork
D) Paints warning lines
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA defines a competent person as one capable of identifying
existing and predictable hazards and authorized to take prompt corrective
measures.
6. The minimum distance to maintain from power lines during demolition is:
A) 3 feet
B) 10 feet
C) 25 feet
D) 50 feet
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1408 requires a minimum clearance of 10 feet
for uninsulated lines operating at less than 50 kV.
7. Before removing a roof, the most important step is:
A) Removing debris below
B) Ensuring fall protection and roof stability
468_PA_PH 468 - PENNSYLVANIA
(PHILADELPHIA) DEMOLITION CLASS
B 2026 PRACTICE EXAM COMPLETE
(200) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
DETAILED
EXPLANATIONS|GUARANTEED PASS.
DEMOLITION
Prepare with confidence using this PA PH 468 – Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia) Demolition Class B Practice Exam, designed to assess
knowledge of safe and compliant demolition practices. It focuses on
demolition procedures, structural safety, hazardous material handling,
OSHA regulations, site preparation, and Philadelphia building code
requirements. The exam strengthens technical understanding and
safety compliance in demolition operations. Suitable for contractors
and licensing candidates preparing for Pennsylvania Class B demolition
examinations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
Exam Blueprint (Domains Covered):
Demolition Safety & Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, L&I) – 20%
Pre-Demolition Planning & Site Assessment (eCLIPSE, Pre-Demo
Inspections) – 15%
Tools, Equipment & Demolition Techniques (Mechanical & Manual) – 15%
Environmental & Hazardous Material Management (Asbestos, Lead, Dust) –
15%
Structural Considerations & Party Walls (Load-Bearing, Shoring) – 15%
Waste Management, Recycling & Post-Demolition – 10%
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Professional Practice, Insurance & Bonding – 10%
Time limit (simulated): 3.5 hours
Passing threshold (simulated): 70% (140/200)
DOMAIN 1: DEMOLITION SAFETY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
(Questions 1–40)
1. Before beginning any demolition project, the FIRST step is:
A) Start equipment immediately
B) Conduct a site hazard assessment and review the safety plan
C) Remove debris
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D) Notify neighbors by phone only
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA 1926.850(a) and Philadelphia L&I regulations require a
preliminary site survey to identify structural and health hazards before any
work begins.
2. The most important piece of PPE for demolition work involving falling
debris is:
A) Ear plugs
B) Hard hat
C) Safety glasses
D) Respirator
Answer: B
Rationale: A hard hat protects workers from head injuries caused by falling
objects, a common hazard on active demolition sites.
3. OSHA requires that workers exposed to potential falls of 6 feet or more
must use:
A) Safety glasses
B) Fall protection (harness, guardrails, or safety nets)
C) Steel-toed boots
D) Respirators
Answer: B
*Rationale: 29 CFR 1926.501 mandates fall protection for any worker exposed
to a fall of 6 feet or more in the construction/demolition industry.*
4. Which is a key requirement before cutting or removing structural
elements?
A) Inspect and de-energize utilities
B) Remove PPE
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C) Ignore structural drawings
D) Start demolition immediately at the weakest point
Answer: A
Rationale: Cutting into energized lines can cause electrocution or gas
explosions. "Lockout/Tagout" (LOTO) procedures are required before
structural work begins.
5. A "competent person" on site is someone who:
A) Has any construction experience
B) Can identify hazards and has authority to take corrective action
C) Only supervises paperwork
D) Paints warning lines
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA defines a competent person as one capable of identifying
existing and predictable hazards and authorized to take prompt corrective
measures.
6. The minimum distance to maintain from power lines during demolition is:
A) 3 feet
B) 10 feet
C) 25 feet
D) 50 feet
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1408 requires a minimum clearance of 10 feet
for uninsulated lines operating at less than 50 kV.
7. Before removing a roof, the most important step is:
A) Removing debris below
B) Ensuring fall protection and roof stability
