CSLB Fire Protection (C-16) License: Practice Examination

What this exam covers

Practice questions for the California CSLB Fire Protection (C-16) license exam, delivered online and graded instantly. Per the state's classification, a C-16 contractor installs, repairs, and services fire protection systems including sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, and underground mains. Works on any device, including iPad. See the official CSLB C16 classification.

6 exams · over 550 questions

Sample questions

1. What chemical can be used to stop a small leak in a sprinkler system during a hydrostatic test?
   A. Sodium silicate · B. Sodium derivatives · C. Brine · ✓ D. You should not use anything
2. For what is the Hazen-Williams Formula used?
   A. Fire pump efficiency · B. Flow · ✓ C. Pressure loss · D. Velocity
3. An electrical contractor uses the underground mains and sprinkler mains as an electrical ground. He has proceeded:
   A. correctly · B. incorrectly; only above-ground mains may be used for grounding · C. incorrectly; only sprinkler mains may be used · ✓ D. incorrectly; such mains must never be used as a ground because it may cause electrolysis
4. What is the minimum size of a U-hook rod required for pipe from 2-1/2" in diameter?
   A. 1/4 in · ✓ B. 3/8 in · C. 1/2 in · D. 5/8 in
5. The Fire Protection contractor must perform all required acceptance tests and complete the Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for an installation:
   A. after asking for approval by the authority having jurisdiction · ✓ B. before asking for approval by the authority having jurisdiction · C. whenever the owner requests it · D. even though it's not his responsibility