P-99 / Low PSI Oil Burner Operator
Questions and Answers
All heating, combustion, and cooking equipment shall be provided with insulation or
the building construction shall be fire protected, so that during operation the surface
of combustible construction materials will not be raised to a temperature higher than
____. -
✔️170 F
Acceptance tests: Boilers shall not be placed in operation upon completion of
construction until they have been ____ and an equipment use permit has been
issued by the commissioner. -
✔️Inspected and tested.
Periodic boiler inspections: All boilers shall be inspected at least ____ including
chimney connections. -
✔️Once a year.
Owner's annual statement: The owner of each boiler that is subject to periodic
inspections shall file an annual ____ with the commissioner, specifying the location
of each boiler and arrangement for inspection. -
✔️Written statement.
What three things must be tested for any fuel burning and storage installation before
the system can be operated? -
✔️(1) Tightness of liquid fuel piping.
(2) Tightness of fuel oil storage tanks.
(3) Tightness of gas distribution piping.
What are instruction cards for oil burning systems? -
✔️Cards giving complete instructions for care and operation that are permanently
located near the equipment.
Every oil burning installation that is not fully automatic or requires preheating shall be
operated by, or under, the direct supervision of a person holding a ____ issued by
the fire commissioner. -
✔️COF
After any fuel burning equipment repair for which a licensed operator is required,
such operator shall also check the repairs and be ____ while the equipment is
started. -
✔️Present.
What is abatement of air contaminants? -
✔️Compliance with the air pollution control code.
