Preview Questions Roofer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What is the maximum safe working load for a roofing hoist used to lift materials onto a roof?

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1,000 lbs

2,000 lbs

500 lbs

250 lbs

Question 2: When installing a green roof, what is the first step in the installation process?

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Install a soil layer directly on the roof surface

Install a gravel layer for added weight

Plant the vegetation directly on the roof

Ensure proper waterproofing and drainage layers are in place

Question 3: Which of the following materials is most commonly used for roofing in coastal regions due to its resistance to saltwater damage?

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Wood shakes

Clay tiles

Aluminum

Galvanized steel

Question 4: How should a roofer handle roof repairs when the existing material is a torch-down membrane?

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Carefully heat the membrane to ensure a proper seal when overlapping

Cut away the damaged area without ensuring proper bonding

Overlap new material without any bonding or sealing

Use cold adhesives for patching instead of heat welding

Question 5: Which of the following is required by OSHA for workers working at heights greater than 6 feet on a roof?

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Hard hat

Fall arrest system

High-visibility clothing

Safety goggles

Question 6: What is the most critical factor when repairing a roof with a built-up roofing (BUR) system?

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Ensuring the repair material is compatible with the existing membrane

Properly adhering the new layers to the existing ones

Using a hot tar method to melt the old layers into the new ones

Ensuring the new layers overlap the old ones by at least 12 inches