G60 Basic Codes & Regulations 3

Question 1

What is the minimum distance a propane cylinder must be kept from an open flame or ignition source during torch operations according to safety codes?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

2 feet

Answer

5 feet

Answer

25 feet

Question 2

Before starting torch work inside a building, a G60 certificate holder must inspect the work area primarily to identify:

Accepted Answer

Combustible materials that need protection or removal

Answer

The nearest food vendor for lunch break

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The building's assessed tax value

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The age of the building's electrical wiring

Question 3

Under FDNY regulations, a 'fire watch' must remain at the torch work site after operations cease for a minimum of:

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

5 minutes

Answer

2 hours

Answer

Until the next morning

Question 4

Which type of fire extinguisher is required to be immediately available during torch operations involving flammable gases?

Accepted Answer

Dry chemical ABC extinguisher

Answer

Water-based extinguisher only

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CO2 extinguisher rated D class

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Sand bucket only

Question 5

A G60 certificate holder is responsible for ensuring which document is present at the job site during all torch operations?

Accepted Answer

The hot work permit

Answer

A building lease agreement

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The employer's business license

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A certificate of insurance for the building owner

Question 6

Propane and acetylene cylinders stored in the same area must be separated by a minimum distance of:

Accepted Answer

20 feet or a 5-foot high firewall

Answer

6 inches

Answer

3 feet

Answer

10 feet with no barrier required

Question 7

When is it permissible to use a torch in a space classified as a confined space without special precautions?

Accepted Answer

Never — confined spaces always require special precautions

Answer

Only when the space is larger than 100 square feet

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Only during daytime hours

Answer

Only if the space has one open wall