SSM TEST REVIEW QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
What is the definition of soil and foundation work? - ANSWERGrading in soil or
installing underpinning, Augering in soil or removing sheeting, Excavating and drilling in
soil or rock
When contractors use light duty two-point adjustable suspended scaffolds in NYC, what
- ANSWER¾'' grade #1 unspliced manila rope
At what grade must power buggy brakes be capable of being fixed in engagement to
hold a full load stationary? - ANSWER25% grade
The definition of _____________ is: a horizontal transverse scaffold member (which
may be supported by legs or runners) upon which the scaffold platform rests and joins
scaffold uprights, posts, poles, and similar members - ANSWERBearer (putlog)
The deck and the substantial enclosure of a sidewalk shed shall be extended parallel to
the curb at least 20 feet beyond the building line when construction is_______ -
ANSWERgreater than 100 feet
In structures undergoing demolition, how must the existing sprinkler system be
maintained - ANSWERNon-automatic and Siamese hose connections shall be marked
by a metal sign reading "Sprinkler Siamese Connection" and by a red-light bulb at night
A ramp for a power buggy must be designed to support how many times the maximum
intended live load - ANSWER4
The permanent floors of skeleton steel construction shall be installed as soon as
possible as steel installation progresses. In no case shall there be more than
_________ or equivalent levels or __________, whichever is less, between the erection
floor and the uppermost permanent floor. - ANSWER8 stories, 120 feet
If an open excavation has been discontinued or interrupted for at least ___ months, the
lot shall be filled and graded to eliminate all steep slopes, holes, obstructions, or similar
sources of hazard. - ANSWER3
Excavated material and superimposed loads such as equipment, trucks, etc., shall not
be placed closer to the edge of the excavation than a distance equal __________ the
depth of such excavation, unless the excavation is in rock or unless the sides of the
excavation have been sloped or sheet piled (or sheeted) and shored to withstand the
lateral force imposed by such superimposed loads. - ANSWERto one and one-half
times
, The Commissioner shall inquire into the cause of any accident involving equipment.
When an accident involves any piece of equipment on the site, no person shall do the
following without the permission of the Commissioner: - ANSWERUse such equipment
or remove the equipment or any part thereof from the area of the job site
According to 3314.8.2, the scaffold shall be enclosed with debris netting consisting of a
wire screen comprised of not less than _____ wire mesh, or equivalent synthetic with a
maximum _________ mesh. - ANSWERNo. 18 steel, one-half inch
According to NYC DOB, how many years is the 32-Hour Rigging Supervisor Training
valid for and how many hours is the required refresher course? - ANSWER4 years and
16 hours
Specific to foundation operations that affect adjacent properties: The owner of the
property that may be affected shall be given ____ days written notice of the intention to
perform such operations. - ANSWER10
According to Chapter 3301, any construction equipment that would affect public safety
must be inspected before use with the exception of - ANSWERHand tools
Who shall inspect construction equipment that might affect public safety before it is
used for a specific job at the construction site? - ANSWERCompetent person
designated by the contractor
What are the four main suspended scaffolds inspections mandated by the NYC Building
Code (Chapter 33 Section 3314-scaffolds)? - ANSWERPrior to installation, installation
inspection, pre-shift, and after repair or adjustment.
Whenever the working deck reaches a height greater than ____ stories, at least one
elevator must be kept in readiness for the fire department? - ANSWER7
If the top deck of the sidewalk shed is not built solidly against the face of the structure in
such a manner that no material can fall onto the sidewalk, what must be done? -
ANSWERThe side of the shed toward the structure shall be solidly sealed with wood or
other suitable material for the full height of the shed
Specific to regulations in NYC about erecting/removing wood pole scaffolds: When a
new working level is desired, the existing________ shall be left undisturbed until the
new working level is framed. - ANSWERPlanks
Sidewalk shed decks on buildings less than 100 feet in height may be designed and
constructed to carry live loads of how many pounds per square foot? - ANSWER. 150
lbs.
Construction fences must be at least ___ feet high and the new color requirement is? -
ANSWER8/Hunter Green
ANSWERS
What is the definition of soil and foundation work? - ANSWERGrading in soil or
installing underpinning, Augering in soil or removing sheeting, Excavating and drilling in
soil or rock
When contractors use light duty two-point adjustable suspended scaffolds in NYC, what
- ANSWER¾'' grade #1 unspliced manila rope
At what grade must power buggy brakes be capable of being fixed in engagement to
hold a full load stationary? - ANSWER25% grade
The definition of _____________ is: a horizontal transverse scaffold member (which
may be supported by legs or runners) upon which the scaffold platform rests and joins
scaffold uprights, posts, poles, and similar members - ANSWERBearer (putlog)
The deck and the substantial enclosure of a sidewalk shed shall be extended parallel to
the curb at least 20 feet beyond the building line when construction is_______ -
ANSWERgreater than 100 feet
In structures undergoing demolition, how must the existing sprinkler system be
maintained - ANSWERNon-automatic and Siamese hose connections shall be marked
by a metal sign reading "Sprinkler Siamese Connection" and by a red-light bulb at night
A ramp for a power buggy must be designed to support how many times the maximum
intended live load - ANSWER4
The permanent floors of skeleton steel construction shall be installed as soon as
possible as steel installation progresses. In no case shall there be more than
_________ or equivalent levels or __________, whichever is less, between the erection
floor and the uppermost permanent floor. - ANSWER8 stories, 120 feet
If an open excavation has been discontinued or interrupted for at least ___ months, the
lot shall be filled and graded to eliminate all steep slopes, holes, obstructions, or similar
sources of hazard. - ANSWER3
Excavated material and superimposed loads such as equipment, trucks, etc., shall not
be placed closer to the edge of the excavation than a distance equal __________ the
depth of such excavation, unless the excavation is in rock or unless the sides of the
excavation have been sloped or sheet piled (or sheeted) and shored to withstand the
lateral force imposed by such superimposed loads. - ANSWERto one and one-half
times
, The Commissioner shall inquire into the cause of any accident involving equipment.
When an accident involves any piece of equipment on the site, no person shall do the
following without the permission of the Commissioner: - ANSWERUse such equipment
or remove the equipment or any part thereof from the area of the job site
According to 3314.8.2, the scaffold shall be enclosed with debris netting consisting of a
wire screen comprised of not less than _____ wire mesh, or equivalent synthetic with a
maximum _________ mesh. - ANSWERNo. 18 steel, one-half inch
According to NYC DOB, how many years is the 32-Hour Rigging Supervisor Training
valid for and how many hours is the required refresher course? - ANSWER4 years and
16 hours
Specific to foundation operations that affect adjacent properties: The owner of the
property that may be affected shall be given ____ days written notice of the intention to
perform such operations. - ANSWER10
According to Chapter 3301, any construction equipment that would affect public safety
must be inspected before use with the exception of - ANSWERHand tools
Who shall inspect construction equipment that might affect public safety before it is
used for a specific job at the construction site? - ANSWERCompetent person
designated by the contractor
What are the four main suspended scaffolds inspections mandated by the NYC Building
Code (Chapter 33 Section 3314-scaffolds)? - ANSWERPrior to installation, installation
inspection, pre-shift, and after repair or adjustment.
Whenever the working deck reaches a height greater than ____ stories, at least one
elevator must be kept in readiness for the fire department? - ANSWER7
If the top deck of the sidewalk shed is not built solidly against the face of the structure in
such a manner that no material can fall onto the sidewalk, what must be done? -
ANSWERThe side of the shed toward the structure shall be solidly sealed with wood or
other suitable material for the full height of the shed
Specific to regulations in NYC about erecting/removing wood pole scaffolds: When a
new working level is desired, the existing________ shall be left undisturbed until the
new working level is framed. - ANSWERPlanks
Sidewalk shed decks on buildings less than 100 feet in height may be designed and
constructed to carry live loads of how many pounds per square foot? - ANSWER. 150
lbs.
Construction fences must be at least ___ feet high and the new color requirement is? -
ANSWER8/Hunter Green
