California Fencing Contractor (C-13) License Practice Exam

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• According to CalTrans specs, how are fence quantities paid for (with the exception of gates) ?
• Why is frost depth important when designing fence footings?
• When a single gate is located at the corner of a fence, it should swing toward which position to be out of the way when open?
• How are fence line and gate locations determined from a site plan?
• What is the typical requirement for clearance under a fence for accessibility or drainage?
• Which of the following can be used to set steel posts?
• Which of the following aren't used with wood gates?
• Which items are cited as differences between hanging wood gates and iron/metal gates?
• In residential fencing plans, which scale option is not commonly used?
• What arithmetic operation determines how many top rail pieces are required from total length and piece length?
• Which of the following is a correct sequence of safety and prep steps before pouring fence footing concrete?
• What are common failure modes for vinyl fencing?
• How should vinyl fence posts be anchored, and what is the role of footings?
• What tool is listed as the best option for removing a post with a concrete base when a mechanical post puller is unavailable?
• When estimating labor, which tasks should be included?
• What are typical advantages of vinyl fencing compared to wood?
• What is the value of a written scope of work in a fencing bid?
• Why is corrosion-resistant fasteners important in metal fences?
• According to CalTrans specifications, posts from each lot of how many posts or less must be tested, and braces from each lot of how many braces?
• According to ASTM specifications, all exposed ends of tubular posts should be fitted with caps of:
• Which type of insurance and bonding are generally required for a California fencing contractor to operate legally?
• Which nut shape is used with machine screws besides squares?
• What is the best bolt to use for a brace band?
• How does the Mechanics Lien law relate to fencing contractors in California?
• Which coatings protect metal fences from corrosion in coastal environments?
• Wood jambs for gates may be fastened to masonry walls with:
• What are the nails called that attach cover material directly to a fence frame?
• Standard 9-gauge fabric requires less tension than which gauge?
• Which statement is most accurate about plan measurements in relation to the actual site?
• When repairing damaged coatings, all welds made after galvanizing shall be ground smooth and wire brushed; the cleaned areas shall be coated with which material?
• How many miles is 38 km?
• You are fastening a hinge to a wooden gate post. If the bolt must go through the post, what type of hinge would you use?
• What finish is recommended for iron surfaces after installation to protect from rust?
• Which two CSLB exams are typically required to obtain the C-13 Fencing Contractor license?
• Which tool is used to cut sheet steel?
• Posts anchored in concrete may be removed by:
• Which if the following statements about caps on tubular posts is NOT correct?
• How are quantities of chain link fabric measured?
• ___ ornamental fence systems offer superior corrosion resistance and low maintenance.
• Which method is recommended to connect fabric to wrought metal parts in fencing?
• What installation considerations are unique to vinyl fencing?
• Gate latches can be made from which materials?
• All iron surfaces should be ___ after assembly and installing them into wood posts or rails.
• Present-day wrought metal items are usually made from hot rolled, low carbon steel or duct alloys of which two elements?
• Panel boards on a wood retaining wall should be installed on the back of the posts.
• Where a grooved post and horizontal drop in boards are used, it is best to use a(n):
• According to CalTrans, braces from each lot must be tested up to which number?
• Before assembling them, which action should be taken on metal where two pieces touch?
• A traditional method used to fasten wrought metal parts together is which of the following?
• Wood jambs for gates may be fastened to masonry walls with which combination of fasteners?
• Panel boards on a wood retaining wall should be installed on which side of the posts?
• Why is end-post and terminal-post installation critical for gate operation?
• What safety features are required for automatic gate operators?
• Which material is described as offering superior corrosion resistance and low maintenance?
• What factors influence gate swing versus sliding gate installation?
• Why is drainage around footings important?
• You are fastening a hinge to a wooden post. If the bolt must go through the post, what type of hinge would you use?
• Which method is not listed for setting typical fence line posts in undisturbed earth?
• Installing chain link kennel panels to existing buildings may be done by attaching the panels using:
• For tubed fence, such as welded, bent rail type, which tubing pairing is easier to work with?
• What is the role of tension bands in chain-link fencing?
• How should gate hinges and latches be installed for durability?
• Which state agency administers contractor licensing in California, including the C-13 class?
• How should posts be treated to resist rot at ground level?
• What are common scale options for plan drawings used in residential fencing projects?
• The major ingredients in concrete are:
• If a fence section pulls loose from its anchor rod in a block wall, what is the recommended repair?
• The corners of the gate frames should be fastened together and reinforced with which option?
• If the bolt must pass through the post when fastening a hinge to a wood post, which hinge should be used?
• When reading project plans for a fence installation, what is typically shown in the site plan?
• What unit of measure is used for paying fence quantities (excluding gates)?
• When laying out multiple gates, which practice supports consistent operation?
• How should labor for fencing installation be priced?
• Which bolt is best for a brace band?
• The best material for securing a steel post in a concrete hole is which of the following?
• According to CalTrans, posts from each lot must be tested up to which number?
• Which agency's specifications are cited for testing and fence-related requirements in these examples?
• One mile is equal to how many feet?
• What is a typical approach to aligning multiple gates along a fence line?
• What is the purpose of corrosion-resistant coatings on chain-link hardware?
• What shape nut (besides squares) is used with machine screws?
• Which factor is not typically considered when sizing post-hole diameter?
• What is the purpose of using forms around fence post footings?
• Besides squares, what type of nut is used w machine screws?
• Which orientation is correct for installing a tap?
• When ornamental iron is installed onto or through wood, what should be avoided?
• What is the length for a roll chain link fence material, according to ASTM standards?
• Which finish is specified for all gate hardware to prevent corrosion?
• How should drainage and grading influence fence installation?
• Which hinge should be used to fasten a hinge to a wood gate post when the bolt must pass through the post?
• Where do you put a turnbuckle on a wood gate frame?
• To remove an existing post with a concrete base, which tool is best?
• Which statement best describes rot-resistant wood use for fence posts?
• On sloped ground, which side should gates swing toward if possible?
• Which tools are recommended to maintain consistent gate alignment along a fence line?
• Which wood species are commonly used for exterior fencing due to durability?
• Under which condition is aluminum considered the best option for ornamental fencing?
• Which type of hinge may be used to flush-mount a gate with a narrow gate posts?
• What steps ensure proper gate alignment with metal fences?
• Which of the following is a correct statement about 'H' posts?
• What is the primary purpose of the CSLB 'Law and Business' portion of the exam?
• End-post and terminal-post installation influences what?
• If corrosion is more of a maintenance concern than strength and rigidity, ___ ornamental fencing may be your best alternative
• Which method is not listed for securing hinges to metal gates?
• Typical fence line posts should be set in undisturbed earth by _______.
• Which installation step reduces the likelihood of post movement?
• How do you verify fence height compliance with code?
• Which sources should you review to determine fence line location and avoid disputes?
• Entry gates usually swing which direction?
• How does chain-link fabric mesh size affect privacy and security?
• Hinges may be secured to metal gates in which of the following ways?
• What is a major benefit of metal ornamental fences?
• Which distance conversion is correct for one mile in feet?
• Double-drive gates are most often used on which type of ground?
• Which of the following is recommended for maximum post security?
• Which of the following gate latches are padlockable?
• What maintenance considerations should you address for wooden fences?
• Standard 9-gauge fabric requires less tension than:
• Which length and tolerance is specified for roll chain link fence material under ASTM standards?
• ____ ornamental fence is most widely used material but requires the most maintenance.
• What is the purpose of setting posts in concrete and adding bracing?
• Which sign indicates potential UV damage in vinyl fencing?
• When an automatic backup warning device is used, it must be normally audible from a distance of how many feet?
• All fittings, latches, rods, and other gate hardware shall be which of the following?
• Which post type is typically driven into the ground?
• Why is it important to review specifications for fence style, height, and gate hardware in plans?
• Which device is used to bend sheet steel into the desired shape?
• Why is drainage and ventilation around posts important for wooden fences?
• Which statement about frost depth and footings is true?
• Present day wrought metal items are usually made of hot rolled, low carbon steel or duct alloys of which two materials?
• Power driven staples aren't permitted on:
• What are common concrete mix considerations for fence footings?
• What are the nails to which cover material directly attached known as?
• What is the consequence of poor compatibility between concrete mix, soil, and posts?
• Which components are commonly included in a takeoff for a chain-link fence?
• Gate openings on chain link fences are measured inside to inside. Which of the following is NOT a correct alternative measurement listed in typical practice?
• What maintenance is required for vinyl fences?
• Which method is best for connecting fabric to wrought iron fences?
• To which side effects of the posts should wire mesh fabric be attached, according to CalTrans?
• Which of the following can be used to set steel posts?
• Which practice best helps ensure posts remain upright and gate frames square during installation?
• Why is proper tensioning of chain-link fabric critical?
• Properly stretched fabric won't ___.
• Which of the following is not used with wood gates?
• What essential safety steps are required when digging footings?
• Which actions are taken before assembling metal pieces that touch?
• The easiest joint to use is the which joint?
• Clearing the fence line consists of which of the following?
• Sheet steel is cut with a ___ and bent into the desired shape with ___?
• There should be no __ where ornamental iron is installed onto or through wood.
• What is the role of end posts versus line posts in chain-link fencing?
• Which of the following posts may be driven?
• What is the best way to remove an existing post?
• If ponding occurs near gate posts, what issue is most likely to result?
• Gate latches must be made of which materials?
• What is the primary function of a gate post in a fence system?
• If a single gate is located at the corner of a fence, it should swing:
• Which components are part of a basic chain-link fence system?
• What is the proper way to install a tap?
• A galvanized surface has been damaged. The contractor wire brushes the surface to remove the cracked coating, and then used spray paint to apply unthinned zinc rich paint to the cleaned areas. The contractor proceeded:
• How is post spacing calculated for a typical wood picket fence?
• What is the purpose of line stakes in laying out a fence?
• Which document would you review to determine required gate hardware for a fence project?
• According to CalTrans specifications, gate latches must be:
• Which statement about the CSLB is true?
• During vinyl fence installation, which practice helps prevent warping or buckling?
• What is a typical consideration for post-hole diameter relative to post size?
• What is the purpose of a 'takeoff' in estimating fencing work from plans?
• In vinyl fencing, which factor most influences long-term stability in wet climates?
• If a job requires 400 linear feet of fabric and 400 feet of top rail, how many pieces are needed if top rail comes in 21-foot lengths?
• Which hardware practice aligns with vinyl installation guidance?
• Which statement best describes the consequences of missing statutory deadlines in mechanics liens?
• On sloped ground, hang gates to swing toward which side if possible?
• Which factors influence material waste allowances in a fencing project?
• Extending footings below the frost depth per local codes accomplishes what?
• When repairing damaged coatings, after galvanizing, welds shall be ground smooth and wire brushed to remove loose or burned zinc coating, after which the cleaned areas shall be prepared and neatly coated with which substance?
• According to CalTrans, all earth, trees, brushes, and other obstructions that interfere with the proper construction of fences:
• The type of bolt which has a coarse thread, a smooth round head and a black rough finish is the:
• How are gate openings measured on chain link fences?