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Question 1

What is the standard journeyperson-to-apprentice ratio in most Ontario compulsory trades?

Accepted Answer

1 journeyperson to 1 apprentice

Answer

Most Ontario compulsory trades maintain a 1:1 ratio — one journeyperson for every apprentice — though some trades have different prescribed ratios.

Question 2

Which document must an Ontario apprentice carry while performing work in a compulsory trade?

Accepted Answer

Their Ontario apprenticeship registration card or digital proof of registration

Answer

Apprentices must be able to produce proof of their registered apprenticeship (registration card or digital equivalent) during any inspection.

Question 3

What is the minimum passing score on most Ontario trade certification exams?

Accepted Answer

70%

Answer

Ontario trade certification exams typically require a minimum score of 70% to pass and receive a Certificate of Qualification.

Question 4

An applicant for a Certificate of Qualification through the TEA route must demonstrate a minimum number of hours of trade experience. Which range best reflects this requirement for most trades?

Accepted Answer

Equivalent to the full apprenticeship term hours for the trade

Answer

TEA applicants generally must show experience hours comparable to the full in-trade portion of the apprenticeship for that specific trade.

Question 5

Under the Ontario Apprenticeship system, who is legally responsible for registering a new apprentice?

Accepted Answer

The sponsor (employer) and the apprentice jointly, through Skilled Trades Ontario

Answer

Both the sponsor and the apprentice must sign and register the training agreement with Skilled Trades Ontario for the apprenticeship to be official.

(OIT) Ontario Industrial Trades Certification Practice Test

(OIT) Ontario Industrial Trades Certification Practice Test

OIT Credential Requirements 3