Laws and Rules

Question 1

When the board hears a case, it must issue a final decision within ______ days after its next regularly scheduled meeting following the close of the hearing.

Answer 1

60 Days

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Question 2

A minor repair or alteration typically does not require a license, however the installation of a ____________ is not considered a minor repair.

Answer 2

Heat Exchanger For Combustion

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Question 3

This type of load estimate is required when new duct systems are being designed.

Answer 3

Room by Room

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Question 4

A job trailer is established on a multi-year commercial project for the purpose of carrying out the contract for the job. Is the trailer considered a separate place of business?

Answer 4

No

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Question 5

You have an H3-1 license and you were awarded work that requires an H2 license. Can you subcontract the work to an H2 contractor?

Answer 5

No, you are not allowed to bid work without qualification.

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Question 6

You have been asked to bid a commercial project with a 15 ton package heat pump on the roof and a 1.5 ton AC that cools the server room. You have an H3-1 license. Can you legally pull a permit for this job?

Answer 6

No, total capacity exceeds 15 tons.

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Question 7

You must get a final inspection within ________ days of the system being made operational.

Answer 7

10 Days

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Question 8

The board accuses you of gross negligence, they can _______ your license.

Answer 8

Revoke

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Question 9

What is the maximum annual fee the board can charge for the license renewal?

Answer 9

$150

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Question 10

When the board meets and want to vote on a rule change, a quorum consists of _______?

Answer 10

No less than 4 members

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Question 11

A light commercial building has two 7.5 ton units currently installed. The owner has added some internal gain and wants an 18,000btuh ductless unit for the additional load. What license classification do you need in North Carolina to install the 18,000btuh ductless unit.

Answer 11

H2

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Question 12

You have contracted more work than you have labor to complete. Which of the following options are allowed by title 21, chapter 50 of the Admin Code?

• Use any subcontractor that knows HVAC.
• Use a temporary labor service that withholds taxes
• Use temporary from any source
• Hire people and claim taxes on a 1099 form

Answer 12

Use a temporary labor service that withholds taxes.

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Question 13

In North Carolina, does a non-binding estimate become a contract upon acceptance by the property owner?

Answer 13

No

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Question 14

The replacement of a heat exchanger in North Carolina does not require a contractors license under the minor repair rule?

• True
• False

Answer 14

False

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Question 15

A licensee has a full time job as a firefighter, but works part time for an HVAC contractor and holds the firms H2 license. Is this arrangement acceptable based on NC Law?

Answer 15

Yes, if H2 work is only performed when the licensee is working for the HVAC company.
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