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S-3 Limited Heating, Cooling and Piping Contractor (2023-05-01)

The holder of this license may perform the installation, repair, replacement, maintenance or alteration of any apparatus of piping, appliances, devices or accessories for heating systems, boilers, including apparatus and piping for the generation or conveyance of steam and associated pumping equipment and oil burner installation and servicing (excluding sheet metal work, air conditioning and refrigeration systems). This license also covers the installation of hot, chilled and condenser water, as well as steam piping in air conditioning systems. The requirements to qualify for this license examination shall be two (2) years as a properly licensed journeyperson or equivalent experience and training.

60 Questions
70% Minimum Passing Score
2 Hours

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination.  The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available.  For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed.

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    NFPA 54: National Fuel and Gas Code 2012 Edition

    Publication Year: 2012

    $150.00

    2012 NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code provides revised, industry accepted guidance for the safe installation and operation of gas piping systems, appliances, equipment, and accessories.

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    NFPA 56: Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems 2017

    $150.00

    Without proper safety protocols in place, charging or evacuating flammable gas piping systems can be a dangerous endeavor. NFPA 56: Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systemsprovides a valuable foundation for making safety-related decisions while developing procedures for these activities.

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    NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2014

    Publication Year: 2014

    $150.00

    Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code provides minimum safety requirements for all liquefied petroleum gas (propane) installations, from small cylinders installed at residences to large bulk storage facilities that can exceed 100,000 gallons. The code includes minimum requirements for safe handling during LP gas transfer, including operator qualifications, maximum filling quantity in containers, and pre-transfer inspections to ensure containers are fit for continued service.

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    International Mechanical Code 2021

    $100.00

    Establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC was developed with broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials, methods and design.

    Important changes in the edition include:

    Clothes dryer exhaust terminals required to be at least 3 feet from any opening into a building.
    Polyurethane spray-applied foam on the exterior of ducts in attics and crawl spaces required to meet specific smoke and flame index limits.
    Fire and smoke dampers must be provided with approved access for inspection and maintenance.
    Refrigerant tables updated to include new refrigerants.
    Addition of condensate termination identification markings and discharge restrictions.
    Approved factory-built combination intake/exhaust terminations permitted, relaxing separation requirement.
    30% reduction in minimum mechanical ventilation for whole-house balanced ventilation systems.
    Continuous operation requirement for manicure and pedicure station exhaust systems.
    Grease duct horizontal cleanout required within 3 feet of a horizontal discharge fan.

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    International Mechanical Code Turbo Tabs 2021

    $15.63

    Flip through the 2021 IMC and find frequently used sections fast! You'll be surprised how easy it is to find what you are looking for. These tabs were created by industry experts who carefully identified the most referenced sections in the code.

    Loose Leaf Tabs Contain: Full-page inserts tabs that have the key code sections printed on them in an easy-to-read format.

    Soft Cover Tabs Contain: Clear plastic, self-adhesive tabs that have the key sections of the code printed on them in an easy-to-read format.

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    Residential Oil Burners

    Publication Year: 2007
    3rd Edition

    $194.65

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    NFPA 54: National Fuel and Gas Code Handbook 2012 Edition

    Publication Year: 2012

    $150.00

    Fully updated and featuring new full-color photos, NFPA®'s 2012 National Fuel Gas Code Handbook explains technical NFPA 54 rules and fuel gas safety concepts -- so you're prepared to answer questions from employees and owners; and verify fuel gas piping, appliance, and venting jobs are in compliance.The only complete guide to the 2012 NFPA 54 Code, the Handbook is written by industry authorities including Franklin Switzer, Jr., President of S-afe, Inc., NFPA Senior Engineer Denise Beach, Paul Cabot of the American Gas Association, and John Roberts from Rimkus Consulting Group.

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    NFPA 31: Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment 2011

    2011 Edition

    $149.00

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    Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 21st Edition

    21st Edition

    $170.00

    Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is the HVACR standard for a new generation of learner. It correlates to HVAC Excellence and PAHRA accreditation requirements to ensure complete coverage that prepares students for career success. This edition has an improved instructional design, improved assessments, enhanced content on fundamentals, such as electrical theory and troubleshooting, and new digital assets that help students master knowledge, hands-on applications, and diagnostic skills. The revision also helps prepare students for employment and careers with new lab activities and features. Prepare your students for careers with new learning materials based upon the original HVACR industry standard.
    Follow-the-Heat™ Animations provide 63 short animations that introduce foundational concepts using simple, easily understood graphics and narrations.
    Troubleshooting Activities create an interactive experience designed to develop and promote troubleshooting techniques and logical diagnostic skills.
    New chapter on Electrical Troubleshooting, and expanded electrical coverage in the text and lab manual provide excellent coverage of essential information.
    Soft Skills for HVACR features emphasize the importance of workplace skills.
    Service Call Troubleshooting features present on-the-job service call situations.
    Full-color Lab Manual includes 35 new lab activities – including activities focusing on basic electrical skills and sheet metal construction.

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    Steam Plant Operation 10th Edition

    $100.00

    For more than 80 yearsm, Steam Plant Operation has been an unmatched source of information on steam power plants, including design, operation, and maintenance. The Tenth Edition emphasizes the importance of devising a comprehensive energy plan utilizing all economical sources of energy, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewable energy sources. This trusted classic discusses the important role that steam plays in our power production and identifies the associated risks an potential problems of other energy sources. you will find concise explanation of key concepts., from fundamentals through designa nd operation. For energy students, Steam Plant Operation provides a solid introduction to steam power plant technology. 

    This practical guide includes common power plant calculations, such as plant heat rate, boiler efficiency, pump performance, and combustion processes, and explains the systems necessary to control plant emissions. Numerous illustrations and clear presentation of the material will prove invaluable for those preparing for an operator's license exam. Examples throughout show real-world application of the topics discussed. 

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    Code of Federal Regulations, 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) 2024

    Publication Year: 2024

    $32.00

    The OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Regulations book offers convenient access to vital safety guidance for both employers and employees, aiding in the prompt identification of potential hazards on any job site. Its user-friendly design features a two-color layout, simplifying navigation and comprehension of regulations. It encompasses all 1926 regulations, along with 1903 regulations on inspections, citations, and penalties, as well as 1904 regulations concerning record keeping and reporting of occupational injuries and illnesses. Additionally, select 1910 regulations relevant to construction industries are included. The book highlights regulation changes between releases and provides easy-to-access OSHA interpretations, aiding in clarity and reference. Essential documents such as OSHA Form 300 and the Cancer Policy are incorporated. In-Cite Referencing to applicable 1910 regulations is provided for further context. Lastly, the book outlines the Most Frequently Cited Standards preceding relevant Subparts, enhancing its utility as a comprehensive safety resource.

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    Code of Federal Regulations, 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) 2023

    $29.50

    All Federal Construction Regulations (29 CFR 1926) are included in this “perfect bound” book in an easy-to-read, two-color layout.

    All 29 CFR 1926 regulations for construction industry are included along with the following items:

    29 CFR 1903 regulations covering inspections, citations, and penalties
    29 CFR 1904 regulations covering recording and reporting occupational injuries and illnesses
    OSHA keyword dictionary
    Easy to find OSHA interpretations

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    Modern Hydronic Heating & Cooling for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings 4th Edition

    4th Edition

    $250.00

    From simple applications to multi-load and multi-temperature systems, this one-of-a-kind, comprehensive text prepares readers to use the latest hydronics to create systems that deliver the ultimate in comfort, reliability and energy efficiency. Abundantly illustrated with product and installation photos and hundreds of detailed, full-color schematics, MODERN HYDRONIC HEATING, Fourth Edition, transforms engineering-level design information into practical applications useful for technical students and heating professionals alike. The revised edition features the latest design and installation techniques for residential and light commercial hydronic systems, including use of renewable energy heat sources such as air-to-water and geothermal heat pumps, hydraulic separation, variable speed circulators, distribution efficiency, heat exchangers, buffer tanks, heat metering, hydronic cooling, system balancing and proper system documentation. Anyone involved in the heating trade will benefit from this preeminent resource of the North American heating industry, which is equally well-suited for formal education courses, self-study or on-the-job reference.