CFP Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield CFP facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What is peer review in CFP Blueprint Reading & Interpretation? → Quality evaluation by qualified colleagues for improvement
2. Which document should a fence contractor provide to a client upon full project completion to confirm all work has been finished? → Certificate of completion / final lien waiver
3. What is the triple constraint in CFP project management? → The interdependent relationship between scope, time, and cost
4. What should you verify before digging post holes? → Underground utility lines
5. A fence contractor uses a markup of 20% on total job cost to determine the selling price. If total costs are $10,000, what is the selling price? → $12,000
6. What is the correct method to prevent rust on cut chain-link wire ends after installation? → Bend the cut wire ends inward or cap them
7. When specifying aluminum fence pickets for a residential project, what alloy series is most commonly used for extrusions? → 6000 series (magnesium-silicon alloy)
8. A fence drawing legend shows a symbol consisting of two parallel lines with diagonal hatching between them. This most likely represents: → A retaining wall
9. Which document should a QC inspector reference to verify that gate hardware meets the load-bearing requirements for a commercial double-swing gate? → The project specifications and hardware manufacturer's load ratings
10. What is an internal control in CFP financial management? → A process providing assurance about financial reporting reliability
11. How can a contractor increase the likelihood of repeat business? → Deliver quality work and follow up after completion
12. Which item should be included in a pre-job site safety checklist for fence installation? → Identification of overhead power line clearances
13. When preparing a fence estimate, why is it important to review the project specifications for coating or finish requirements on metal fencing? → Coating type and application method significantly affect both material and labor costs
14. What does ROI measure in CFP financial analysis? → Gain or loss relative to the investment amount
15. A vehicle loop detector embedded in pavement at an automated gate is primarily designed to: → Detect vehicle presence in the gate path to activate or hold the gate open
16. In construction safety, a 'competent person' as defined by OSHA is someone who can: → Identify existing and predictable hazards and has authority to take corrective action
17. A contractor is scheduling a project where the excavation subcontractor is only available on Mondays and Tuesdays. This constraint is best categorized as a: → Resource constraint
18. Which ASTM standard governs the specification for chain-link fence fabric used in commercial installations? → ASTM A392
19. When installing a split-rail fence, how are the rails typically connected to the posts? → Inserted into pre-drilled mortise holes in the post
20. A bid requires the fence contractor to provide a performance bond. How does this typically affect the project estimate? → The bond premium cost is added as a direct project cost
21. What is evidence-based practice in CFP Building Codes & Standards? → Integrating research evidence with expertise and client needs
22. What is evidence-based practice in CFP Blueprint Reading & Interpretation? → Integrating research evidence with expertise and client needs
23. What is the primary advantage of using composite fence boards over traditional wood boards? → Resistance to rot, insects, and warping
24. What is a KPI in CFP quality management? → A measurable value showing how effectively objectives are achieved
25. A site manager receives a change order from the customer mid-project requesting an additional gate. What is the FIRST step? → Document the change in writing with revised cost and timeline before proceeding
26. During a chain-link installation, the knuckle end of the fabric should face which direction? → Upward at the top of the fence
27. Why should power tools be inspected before use? → To prevent accidents
28. Under which OSHA standard must a fence company maintain a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) or equivalent safety plan? → 29 CFR 1926.20
29. A keypad entry system on an automatic gate is categorized as which type of access control? → Knowledge-based / PIN (something you know)
30. Which communication method is MOST effective when a customer disputes a final invoice amount? → In-person meeting supported by a written summary of decisions made