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Nevada (C-1) Plumbing & Heating Contractor

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PSI OSHA Selections, 2013
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Apply for the License
Nevada State Contractor‘s Board
2310 Corporate Circle, Suite 200
Henderson, NV  89074
Phone: (702) 486-1100
Exam Provider
PSI Clark County Office
450 N Stephanie St.
Henderson, NV  89014
Phone:  (855) 205-5827
Exam Type
OPEN  BOOK
Exam Content

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Scope of Work

May perform any of the work authorized for the subclassifications of the classification C-1 license, including: the installation of boilers and pipes for hot water and steam, including all related fittings, valves, gauges, pumps, radiators, convectors, tanks and lines for fuel oil, chimneys, flues, insulation and other appurtenances; the fabrication and installation of all systems of sprinklers for protection from fire, including the appurtenances; the insulation of pipes, ducts and related equipment. (see PSI bulletin for an expanded scope)

This exam may also include questions on the following subjects:

  • Reading and interpreting construction codes and regulations
  • Nevada Health Department regulations
  • Appropriate building codes
  • Trade materials, tools, equipment and methods
  • Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Rules
Books Allowed in the Exam
1.
Uniform Plumbing Code, 2018, IAPMO
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2.
Uniform Mechanical Code, 2018, IAPMO
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3.
NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code, 2012, NFPA
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4.
NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2014, NFPA
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5.
NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2019, NFPA
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Books NOT Allowed in the Exam
1.
CFR Title 29, Part 1926 Selections (OSHA), 2013, PSI
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2.
Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings, 2nd Edition, John Siegenthaler
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3.
Solar Water and Pool Heating Manual: Design and Installation & Repair and Maintenance, Florida Solar Energy Center
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4.
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, 8th Edition, 2012, Lee Smith
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5.
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 19th or 20th Edition, Althous, Turnquist, Bowditch, Bracciano
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6.
Modern Welding, 11th Edition, 2013, Althouse, Turnquist, Bowditch
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7.
Facility Piping Systems Handbook, 3rd Edition, Michael Frankel
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