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CCS Certified Chimney Sweep VIP Exam
CCS — The Certified Chimney Sweep (CCS) credential is issued by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA); the proctored exam covers approximately 90 multiple-choice questions drawn from NFPA 211, manufacturer guidelines, and CSIA technical manuals, with a 3-hour time limit and a passing score of 70%.
55
Questions
180m
Time Limit
70.00%
To Pass
Question 1 of 55👑 VIP
A homeowner calls you complaining that smoke enters the living room every time they start a fire. Upon inspection you find the firebox is 36 inches wide and 20 inches tall, with a flue that measures 50 square inches in cross-sectional area. According to the 1/10 rule referenced in NFPA 211, what is the MINIMUM required flue area for this opening?
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