Black Labels In The Manual For The CCP Designation Flashcards
(149 cards)
1
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What magazine did most early chimney sweeps learn about the trade?
A
Mother Earth news magazine
2
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Many chimney sweeps have added _____ to the services they offer
A
Dryer vent cleaning
3
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What required insurance must you have to protect yourself, family, and your clients?
A
Liability insurance
4
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If a homeowner refuses to sign your chimney evaluation form (inspection form). What is the best practice to follow?
A
Mail by certified mail, a return receipt request copy of the report, signed by the chimney professional who did the work
5
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OSHA indicates that a ladder should be placed on level ground at a ____ to ____ angle
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4 to 1
6
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Fall protection requires an understanding of all three of the following…?
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Proper footwear, roof ladders and scaffolding
7
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What are the two methods of lifting heavy objects?
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Squat lift and hip bend
8
Q
True or false
There is no cure for hearing loss caused by exposure to loud noises
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True
9
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True or false
OSHA requires all service vehicles be equipped with a first aid kit
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True
10
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Soot and creosote are ________ causing hazards
A
Cancer
11
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Studies from Denmark and Sweden conclude that chimney sweeps have _____ times the ____ cancer, ____ times the _____ cancer and ____ overall at a young age
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3x the lung cancer, 5 times the rate of liver cancer, and overall die at a younger age
12
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_____ is a lung infection caused by breathing the dust from bird droppings
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Histoplasmosis
13
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Raccoon dangers are ___ ?
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Rabies, roundworm and fleas
14
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_____ can be caused from wasp stings
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Anaphylactic shock
15
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Flue brushes are most commonly made of ____ three things
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Oil tempered steel wire, stainless steel, and polypropylene
16
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What brush is most commonly used in smoke chambers, thimbles and stove pipes?
A
A U-Brush
17
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Liquid chemicals help control creosote by ___?
A
Catalytic action!
18
Q
What kind of respirator should bearded men use?
A
Positive pressure respirators
19
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OSHA ladders are classified by three ratings, name them all, starting with III, and ending with I.
III, II, and I
(Can you give the weight limits for each as well?
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III - household - red - 200 lbs
II - commercial - green - 225 lbs
I - industrial - blue - 250 lbs
20
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Stove cement can be used to ____ in ____ wood stoves?
A
Repair the joints, in cast iron woodstove
21
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Who set the inspection standards?
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NFPA 211
22
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How often should chimneys be inspected, according to the NFPA?
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Annually
23
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Finish this statement:
Readily accessible areas can be accessed…
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Without the use of ladders or tools
24
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What level of inspection is required with each chimney sweeping?
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Level 1
25
If a fireplace insert can be thoroughly cleaned without the removal of the insert itself, should you still remove the insert for your inspection?
No, you do not need to remove a fireplace insert if you can thoroughly clean it without pulling it. This includes that it is connected to a seamless liner and does not vent openly into a smoke chamber, firebox, or other kinds of flue
26
If a chimney is being relined or the home is being sold, what level inspection shall be done?
Level 2
27
Describe a level 2 inspection
A level 2 inspection includes accessible areas which can be accessed by use of ladders and common hand tools
28
Following a natural disaster, what should the chimney professional be concerned with?
The general condition of the chimney exterior and weather or not it is in immediate danger of falling
29
When selling or performing a level III inspection, it is important to communicate what with the client about cost?
It is important to determine who will pay for damages made when “entering” elapsed areas
30
In the case of an electrical outage, if the chimney sweep should have to remove soot from a connector pipe, they should be concerned about what?
The release of creosote and soot
31
The best defense for a liability question, should one arise, are as follows…?
Documentation and your clients signature
32
Do chimney sweeps have the right to “red tag” units?
In most states, no
33
The most important part of any inspection is what?
Attention to detail
34
All clients who burn coal need what to keep them safe?
Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors
35
Name the 2 kinds of smoke alarms
Ionization and photoelectric
36
A CCP may recommend the following to a client when they start a fire in a fireplace (3 part question)
1. Slightly crack a window in the same room as the fireplace
2. Use a hair dryer to establish draft
3. Light the fuel load only AFTER opening the damper and establishing a draft
37
A coal fire can be started by using ____ as kindling?
Wood
38
Will a chimney cap always impose operation?
No, it does not always improve operation
39
A chimney professional will recommend the use of ______ for ash removal, as to not cause a fire
Metal ash bucket
40
All homeowners who burn coal or gas should be made aware of the dangers of _____ and have ____ installed
Carbon monoxide and should have a CO detector installed
41
Describe the science of combustion
Combustion is rapid oxidization accompanied by heat, and usually light
42
Combustion is effected the most by ___?
TTT (temperature, time, and turbulence)
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Fire is FAT, what does this mean?
Fuel, Air, Temperature
44
Describe sensible heat
Sensible heat can be felt by the hand, or measured with a thermometer
45
Wood stoves are separated into two categories on the basis of how they transfer heat. What are they?
Radiant and convection heat
46
Describe convection heat wood stoves
Wood stoves which have an outer casting with an air space are known as convection heaters
47
What is the molecular structure of wood fuel?
Wood is a carbohydrate made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms
48
During drying, a large part of the energy of combustion goes into the production of ____?
STEAM!
49
During pyrolysis, wood releases hydrocarbons in the form of ____, or ______.
What are these?
Gases or small droplets of tar
50
Gases driven off of burning wood ignite at _____ temp.
1100°F.
51
Tar droplets are also called______?
Tar fog
52
Tar droplets or tar fog can condense on the interior of the chimney flue and create _____?
Creosote
53
Name the 3 stages of combustion
Drying, pyrolysis, charcoal
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____ is a natural part of burning wood
Creosote
55
How many stages of combustion can happen simultaneously? Combustion stages are; drying, pyrolysis and charcoal
All 3 can happen simultaneously, if from different parts of the fuel load
56
What is 3rd degree creosote?
3rd degree creosote is; hard, shiny, glaze formed as tar droplets which have condensed on the flue walls and dried. This degree of creosote is very flammable
57
To reduce 3rd degree creosote, what would the chimney professional advise?
Burn less wood, hotter
58
Name the 3 main factors that affect creosote build up are _____?
Time. Temperature, density
59
High smoke density is caused by ____?
A low air supply and other factors
60
Does sweeping a chimney stop chimney fires from happening?
No, sweeping a chimney only reduces the chances, and the intensity of a chimney fire, if one should occur
61
Do most homeowners know if or when they have had a chimney fire?
Most do not
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Is it possible for a homeowner to be home during a chimney fire and not know they had one
Yes, some chimney fires can be small and go unnoticed
63
A couple visual indicators of a current chimney fire is ____? For a total of 3 answers
1. Glowing, red hot connectors
2. Loud, roaring noise, sounding like a jet engine
3. Vibrating stove pipe
64
What temperature can a chimney fire get to or over?
2,000°F
65
After a chimney fire has occurred, what is the next step for the homeowner and how soon should they act on it?
They should get the chimney inspected right away, they should not wait till the end of the burning season
66
What is the effect of burning small loads at hotter temps?
Less creosote
67
Besides drafting issues, what can be a problem with oversized flies?
They can collect more creosote
68
What is the best percent of moisture content in seasoned wood?
15% - 25%
69
Can you burn coal in a traditional style fireplace?
Yes
70
Name the 2 most common types of coal used for coal burning units are___?
Anthracite and bituminous
71
Two part:
Is bituminous coal, is known for being hard, or soft?
Which kind of hints are they mostly used in?
Soft, and mostly used in fireplaces
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Two part:
Anthracite coal, is known for being hard, or soft?
Which kind of unit is anthracite normally used in?
Hard, mostly used in coal stoves
73
Do coal stoves require a fixed grate or a shaker grate?
Shaker grate
74
Let’s see how much you know natural gas edition:
1. _____ BTU’s per cubic ft.
2. _____ degrees ignition temp
3. _____ than air - does it rise or fall?
4. Requires ___/1.0 combustion air ___ parts air, 1 part fuel
5. Natural gas is heavier, or lighter than LP (propane)?
6. Higher or lower combustion temp than LP (propane)
1 - 1,000 BTU’s
2 - 1,150°F.
3 - Lighter than air, rises
4 - 10/1 ratio combustion air
5 - lighter than LP, rises
6 - higher combustion temperature than LP
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Let’s see how much you know LP edition (propane):
1. _____ BTU’s per cubic ft.
2. _____ degrees ignition temp
3. _____ than air - does it rise or fall?
4. Requires ___/1.0 combustion air ___ parts air, 1 part fuel
5. LP is heavier, or lighter than natural gas?
6. Higher or lower combustion temp than natural gas?
1 - 2,500 BTU’s per cubic ft
2 - 920°F, to 1,120°F.
3 - heavier than air, sinks, puddles up
4 - requires 24/1 ratio combustion air, 24 parts air to 1 part fuel
5 - heavier, it sinks
6 - lower combustion temp
76
How often does the homeowner need to maintenance their pellet stove, when in use?
Every week
77
A heating and venting system consists these 3 basic components
Heating appliance
Connector
Chimney or vent
78
No need to answer, just relax and read:
The following are common parts of a space heater…
Baffle
Combustion chamber
Vent collar
Air inlet
Handle
79
What is a space heater?
A space heater is an appliance that heats a small portion of the house, or a room.
If the heat is distributed through the house in ducting, it is a furnace
80
Name the 3 parts of a fireplace
Note; the chimney sits on top of the fireplace
Smoke chamber
Firebox assembly
Base assembly
81
The hearth and hearth extension are part of ___?
The base assembly
82
Name the 3 parts to a firebox
Damper
Lintel
Firebrick
83
Unlike a masonry fireplace, a factory built fireplace is constructed as ________?
A single unit
84
True or false?
Inserts are the partially or completely inserted into a firebox and have a shroud to seal the fireplace opening?
True
85
Name both sides of a furnace
Supply and return
86
What kind of furnace typically uses a draft hood?
Water heaters and gas furnaces
87
What is an aquastat?
An aquastat is a device that controls the temperature of water in hydronic heating systems, similar to a thermostat for hot water.
88
Why are furnaces not considered space heaters?
Cause they do not heat a confined space, and are ducted through the whole building
89
What is HUD? And what purpose does it serve?
mobile home installations fall under the jurisdiction of the HUD
90
What is HUD? And what purpose does it serve?
mobile home installations fall under the jurisdiction of the HUD
91
The 4 types of connectors are as follows…
Type L, type B, listed double walled, or single wall pipe
92
The thicker the metal, the _____ the gauge
Lower
93
What are the 2 rules to prevent creosote leakage?
Male ends down
Seams on the top of the pipe
94
How much clearance is required for a single wall pipe?
18 inches!
95
Describe a thimble
A thimble is a fixed, or removable tube or lining usually located in the hole where the wall enters a chimney/vent
96
Catalytic combustors will “light off” at ____°F+?
500
97
1. Type BW vents are for ______?
2. B vent and aluminum is for _____ only!
1. Wall cavity installations
2. Gas only
98
Name the 4 parts of a chimney…
Flue liner
Walls/chase
Clean out
Foundation
99
A glue liner must begin not less than _____ below the lowest chimney connector, but not more than ____?
Not less than 6” but no more than 12”
100
Cast in place liners:
German style ______?
English style _____?
Germans use a vibrating bell to form the chimney flue.
English use an inflatable bladder to form the chimney flue.
Edit: Smart people use stainless steel.
101
Chimney height code as follows…?
The chimney should be no less than 3’ higher than where it terminates from the roof, additionally it must be 2’ higher than any surrounding structure within 10’.
Edit: This is known as the “2 above 10” rule
102
1. Both triple wall air insulated and triple wall air cooled use ____ as the primary insulator.
2. Describe the difference between the two
1. Air
2. Air cooled pipe is open on each end, leaving the air inside free to flow through the extra walls and cool the pipe.
air insulated pipe is capped from both ends, it cannot flow through the pipe
103
Name the steps, in order, for the “6 step chimney cleaning process”.
1. Initial inspection
2. Interior inspection and setup
3. Exterior inspection and cleaning
4. Interior cleaning and inspection
5. Final inspection
6. Client report and review
104
True or false?
Metal thimble, pie plate covers are a proper thimble seal.
False, pie plate covers are not a proper thimble seal, and represent a fire hazard
105
If you remove a chimney cap, who’s responsible for reinstalling it properly?
You, duh
106
A multi-flue chimney can be a cause of _____ while sweeping a chimney.
Dust migration!
107
In the vented area of a wood burning chimney, you can expect to find more ____ at roofline
Creosote buildup
108
Plugged flies should always be cleaned from what side?
The bottom, you can control the dust easier
109
Removing and inspecting the connector is part of a level ____ inspection.
Level one
110
The time to recommend replacing or repairing damaged chimney parts is during the _____ step.
Client’s report and review step
111
If the chimney has a 90° bend, a chimney professional will recommend the installation of_____?
A clean out door!
112
Name the 4 steps in a 4 step, power sweeping process
Initial inspection
Interior inspection, setup and sweep
Exterior inspection
Client report and review
113
True or false
If a fireplace has never been used, there is no need to do an inspection
False, an inspection must be done before firing the unit
114
Why is checking for downdraft before sweeping a chimney important?
Downdraft could “dust” the clients house, covering everything in a think film of dust
115
True or false
It is possible to sweep a chimney from the top or the bottom, both work well.
True
116
What should you do before sweeping a chimney from the top, to keep the clients home clean?
Close any dampers or doors. If there are none, do NOT sweep from the top
117
True or false
Parged mortar is an effective glue liner material
False, mortar is not rated to the right heat standard
118
Dampers should be _____ if possible when sweeping a fireplace from the bottom, and left in the ____ position when the inspection is compleated
Removed before sweeping, and closed when done
119
Behind the lintel should be inspected for _____ to ensure hot gases and creosote don’t flow into the walls
Cracks or leaks
120
The danger in vacuuming up spot and ash after cleaning is _____?
Causing a fire in your vacuum!
121
The danger in sweeping a factory built fireplace from top to bottom is ____?
Dislodging the top section of the metal liner without your knowing!
122
True or false
Aftermarket glass doors used on factory built fireplaces can be a hazard and should not be installed
True
123
Buckled metal chimney liners can be a sign of ____?
A pretty big chimney fire
124
True or false
A freestanding woodstove is a chimney connected heater which is connected to a chimney?
True
125
What is a hearth stove?
A heater which is connected to a fireplace
126
What is an insert?
An insert is inserted into the fireplace and has a shroud/surrounding to seal the fireplace opening
127
What is an insert?
An insert is inserted into the fireplace and has a shroud/surrounding to seal the fireplace opening
128
If a freestanding stove is completely clean, you must still ________ and ______?
Remove the connector and inspect the thimble area
129
Any floor extension or hearth extension should extend _____ inches, unless specified by the appliance manufacturer
18 inches
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In a stainless steel liner, what can a misshapen thimble indicate?
That the liner was not properly supported, and it slipping or falling
131
The cross sectional area of a flue should not exceed the appliance collar by _____?
3 times for internal chimneys
2 times for external chimneys
There is a difference simply because of drafting issues with external chimneys
132
When must you remove an insert during your level 1 inspection?
If the unit is unlined
133
If an elbow joint pops apart, you must_____?
Replace it, do not try to fix it
134
When cleaning a catalytic combuster, you should use ______?
A vacuum and a soft bristle brush
135
Pellet stoves require a special kind of caulk when sealing venting. What is it?
RTV silicone rated for 500°F
136
True or false
Cleaning oil and gas chimneys are the job of a CCP (certified chimney professional)
True
137
True or false
Inspecting and sweeping an oil/gas fired system is similar to inspecting and sweeping a wood burner?
True
138
NFPA 54, national fuel gas code, requires the installation of ______ for chimneys which previously vented solid or liquid fuels, and are now venting gas furnaces/boilers.
Clean out door
139
Is it important before servicing any furnace system, that the CCP determines ______ before sweeping. This will limit the liability issues for preexisting issues with the furnace.
Weather or not the system is working
140
True or false
When servicing some furnace flues, it is acceptable to turn the home thermostat to off or the lowest setting possible before disconnecting the connector pipes
True
141
A barometric damper is mostly used for _____? And a draft hood is mostly used for _____?
Barometric dampers for oil fired furnaces and draft hoods for gas fired furnaces
142
The air filter on a forced air system will be found on _____ side?
Return side
143
The pipe found between a furnace and a chimney flue is called a ____
Vent connector
144
The fumes from an oil furnace contain ______ and can do what if breathed in?
It contains Sulfur, and can leave you breathless if breathed
145
It is important for oil and gas flues that they be ______ as part of the process
Neutralized
146
Describe a stack control unit.
How do you reset it for bonus points?
A stack controls unit will be found on the vent connector, it will be a small box with wires running out of it.
To reset a stack control unit, remove the cover, pull the lever on the rod out about 1/4” and release slowly
147
If you find excessive soot buildup in the oil furnace or vent connector, you should recommend ______?
You should recommend that the homeowner contact a furnace tech to service the oil furnace
148
If a client is having an oil furnace replaced by a new gas furnace, you should recommend that the chimney be inspected and serviced because…?
3 part answer
1. All chimneys should be inspected annually, or when changes are made to a system
2. Gas furnace exhaust tends to loosen soot buildup which can cause it to fall and plug the chimney
3. The higher amount of water vapor can cause rapid deterioration of the flue
149
Wood burners work on _____?
Fireplaces work on ______?
( options are Draft or flow)
Wood burners work on draft
Fireplaces work on flow
