NJ BLACK SEAL EXAM 180 QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST 2025
How are the tube sheets supported in a fire-tube boiler? - ANSWER-By the shell,
stays and tubes
In a fire-tube boiler, how are the tubes usually attached to the tube sheet -
ANSWER-By rolling the tubes and beading the ends
Where would you find downcomer tubes? - ANSWER-In water-tube boilers
Why are baffles used in the steam drums of water-tube boilers? - ANSWER-To
prevent the carry-over of water
Why are stay bolts used int the construction of HRT boilers? - ANSWER-To
strengthen and support flat plates on fire-tube boilers
According to the codes and standards adopted and incorporated by reference of
the boiler pressure vessel and refrigerant regulations, welded repairs and
alternations must comply with what? - ANSWER-Department of labor, The Bureau
of pressure vessel compliance.
According to the law, how often must all steam and hot water boilers be
inspected. - ANSWER-once every 12- month intervals from previous inspection.
,According to the regulation, A licensed operator on watch shall give constant
attention ans remail within sight in both HP and LP boilers. - ANSWER-False
The examination board of the mechanical inspection bureau of boiler and
pressure vessel compliance may consider an applicant experience of and
equivalent amount for grade or classification from some other jurisdictional
authority? - ANSWER-True
The maintenance of automatic direct fired boilers is covered under what
document? - ANSWER-ASME CSD-1
The mechanical inspection bureau incorporates by reference various codes,
standards and practices. Once specific safety practice incorporated by reference
for license operators specifies and identifies one called a qualified individual. -
ANSWER-A boiler service tech who is engaged in and responsible for the
installation, replacement, repair or service of the boiler, and safety devices and
experienced in such work. In some states individual must hold a boiler license.
The various license classification and grades for operating high pressure boilers
are found in the NJAC reference section listed a? - ANSWER-Table 3.4
To be eligible for high pressure boiler operator in charge exam, What is the
duration of time indicated in the regulations that an applicant must have for an
intensive training program by the chief? - ANSWER-No less than 6 weeks
What ASME code symbol is used to determine a high pressure power boiler? -
ANSWER-S
, What is the Act (LAW) that establishes the licensing requirements in the state of
NJ? - ANSWER-N.J.S.A 34:7-1
What is the max penalty that may be imposed for a licensed operator with an
expired license? - ANSWER-$5,000
What is the penalty is a person taking the exam us found taking photos? -
ANSWER-Shall be subjected to prosecution and or penalty up to $5,000
What is the range of capacity tat a high pressure boiler operator can be chief
engineer and work as shift engineer? - ANSWER-Can act as chief engineer and
stand watch of a plant with a minimum capacity of 100HP and up to 500HP.
What is the regulation corresponding to boiler, pressure vessels and refrigeration
systems in NJ? - ANSWER-NJ administrative code NJAC 12:90
Any person found holding an expired license shall be subjected to what type of
penalty? - ANSWER-Minimum of $500 to a max of $5000 per day.
Air receivers must conform to what ASME code? - ANSWER-Section 8 VIII
If your boiler needs weld repair you must get repairs from the? - ANSWER-
Authorized inspection agency.
In accordance with ASME CSD-1, where is the installation of a manually operated
remote shutdown switch or circuit breaker to be located? - ANSWER-Just outside
the boiler room door, Unless door is on the building exterior and it must be
marked for easy identification and installed on every exit door of boiler room.
ANSWERS LATEST 2025
How are the tube sheets supported in a fire-tube boiler? - ANSWER-By the shell,
stays and tubes
In a fire-tube boiler, how are the tubes usually attached to the tube sheet -
ANSWER-By rolling the tubes and beading the ends
Where would you find downcomer tubes? - ANSWER-In water-tube boilers
Why are baffles used in the steam drums of water-tube boilers? - ANSWER-To
prevent the carry-over of water
Why are stay bolts used int the construction of HRT boilers? - ANSWER-To
strengthen and support flat plates on fire-tube boilers
According to the codes and standards adopted and incorporated by reference of
the boiler pressure vessel and refrigerant regulations, welded repairs and
alternations must comply with what? - ANSWER-Department of labor, The Bureau
of pressure vessel compliance.
According to the law, how often must all steam and hot water boilers be
inspected. - ANSWER-once every 12- month intervals from previous inspection.
,According to the regulation, A licensed operator on watch shall give constant
attention ans remail within sight in both HP and LP boilers. - ANSWER-False
The examination board of the mechanical inspection bureau of boiler and
pressure vessel compliance may consider an applicant experience of and
equivalent amount for grade or classification from some other jurisdictional
authority? - ANSWER-True
The maintenance of automatic direct fired boilers is covered under what
document? - ANSWER-ASME CSD-1
The mechanical inspection bureau incorporates by reference various codes,
standards and practices. Once specific safety practice incorporated by reference
for license operators specifies and identifies one called a qualified individual. -
ANSWER-A boiler service tech who is engaged in and responsible for the
installation, replacement, repair or service of the boiler, and safety devices and
experienced in such work. In some states individual must hold a boiler license.
The various license classification and grades for operating high pressure boilers
are found in the NJAC reference section listed a? - ANSWER-Table 3.4
To be eligible for high pressure boiler operator in charge exam, What is the
duration of time indicated in the regulations that an applicant must have for an
intensive training program by the chief? - ANSWER-No less than 6 weeks
What ASME code symbol is used to determine a high pressure power boiler? -
ANSWER-S
, What is the Act (LAW) that establishes the licensing requirements in the state of
NJ? - ANSWER-N.J.S.A 34:7-1
What is the max penalty that may be imposed for a licensed operator with an
expired license? - ANSWER-$5,000
What is the penalty is a person taking the exam us found taking photos? -
ANSWER-Shall be subjected to prosecution and or penalty up to $5,000
What is the range of capacity tat a high pressure boiler operator can be chief
engineer and work as shift engineer? - ANSWER-Can act as chief engineer and
stand watch of a plant with a minimum capacity of 100HP and up to 500HP.
What is the regulation corresponding to boiler, pressure vessels and refrigeration
systems in NJ? - ANSWER-NJ administrative code NJAC 12:90
Any person found holding an expired license shall be subjected to what type of
penalty? - ANSWER-Minimum of $500 to a max of $5000 per day.
Air receivers must conform to what ASME code? - ANSWER-Section 8 VIII
If your boiler needs weld repair you must get repairs from the? - ANSWER-
Authorized inspection agency.
In accordance with ASME CSD-1, where is the installation of a manually operated
remote shutdown switch or circuit breaker to be located? - ANSWER-Just outside
the boiler room door, Unless door is on the building exterior and it must be
marked for easy identification and installed on every exit door of boiler room.
