G-60 Practice Test - Fire Dept. Prep

The G-60 certificate of fitness issued by the FDNY (Fire Department of New York) is for fire guard duties at construction sites and for torch operations in connection with hot work.

After you take the practice test, record the mistakes you made on the practice test, then focus on the topics you made mistakes on and concentrate on them during your focused study.

G-60 Practice Test

1 / 15

What is the proper action to take if a flashback occurs in an oxy-fuel torch?

Immediately close the oxygen valve

Immediately close the fuel gas valve

Close both valves simultaneously

Submerge the torch in water

2 / 15

Which certificate of fitness is required for a person conducting torch operations using oxygen and flammable gas?

F-60

G-60

F-01

S-12

3 / 15

What is the minimum distance required between a hot work operation and combustible materials that cannot be moved?

15 feet

25 feet

35 feet

50 feet

4 / 15

In what situation is a single fuel gas container allowed to be used for hot work operations?

Never allowed

Only for emergency repairs

When using an air-fuel blowtorch

When using an oxy-fuel torch

5 / 15

What is the maximum aggregate capacity of LPG containers allowed at a construction site?

1,250 pounds

2,500 pounds

5,000 pounds

10,000 pounds

6 / 15

Which of the following is NOT a proper method for checking gas leaks?

Using soapy water

Using an approved gas detector

Using a flame

Listening for hissing sounds

7 / 15

What is the minimum vertical clearance required between the top of an LPG container and the bottom of the first stage regulator?

36 inches

48 inches

60 inches

72 inches

8 / 15

How often must portable fire extinguishers be visually inspected?

Daily

Weekly

Monthly

Quarterly

9 / 15

What is the maximum allowable acetylene working pressure to prevent decomposition?

10 psig

15 psig

20 psig

25 psig

10 / 15

What is the primary cause of a flashback in a torch operation?

Excessive oxygen pressure

Reverse flow of gases into the hoses

Improper flame adjustment

Overheating of the torch tip

11 / 15

When using an oxy-fuel torch, in what order should the gases be turned on?

Oxygen first, then fuel gas

Fuel gas first, then oxygen

Both simultaneously

Order doesn't matter

12 / 15

What is the maximum distance allowed between oxygen and fuel gas containers that are connected for use?

10 feet

15 feet

20 feet

25 feet

13 / 15

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a fire guard during torch-applied roofing system operations?

F-60 Certificate of Fitness

F-01 Certificate of Fitness

G-60 Certificate of Fitness

Dedicated solely to fire guard duties

14 / 15

What is the minimum duration for which a fire watch must be maintained after hot work operations have been completed?

2 hours

4 hours

30 minutes

1 hour

15 / 15

In a restricted hot work area, which of the following is NOT a valid reason for conducting hot work operations?

Emergency repairs

Structural alterations

Routine maintenance

When the area cannot be moved

Your score is

The average score is 79%

Benefits of having a G-60 certificate Here are some of them in terms of job opportunities Obtaining a G-60 certificate makes you more attractive to employers in the construction and maintenance industries, as it is often a requirement for some jobs. Also in terms of job security, obtaining the certificate means that you are qualified to handle specific safety-related tasks, which makes you indispensable in the workplace.

As for the safety benefits, the training and knowledge gained from obtaining the G-60 certificate ensures that you are well prepared to manage fire risks associated with hot work and construction sites and emergency preparedness. Within the training of certificate holders, you respond effectively to emergency situations. There are also operational benefits such as reduced insurance costs and improved work site efficiency. There are also societal and environmental benefits, etc.