NRCA ProCertified Metal Flashings Installer

Which NRCA manual provides the primary standard for architectural sheet-metal flashing design and installation?

• ANRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roof Systems
• BNRCA Roofing Manual: Architectural Metal Flashing
• CSMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards
• DNRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems

Which complementary industry manual is used alongside the NRCA manual for architectural sheet-metal flashing work?

• AASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook
• BSMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual
• CICC International Building Code
• DAISI Cold-Formed Steel Design Manual

What is the minimum recommended weight (oz per sq ft) for copper sheet used in architectural flashing applications per industry standards?

• A12 oz
• B16 oz
• C20 oz
• D24 oz

When specifying aluminum flashing thickness, which gauge designation is commonly used for standard architectural applications?

• A0.019 in (approx. 26 gauge)
• B0.032 in (approx. 20 gauge)
• C0.050 in (approx. 16 gauge)
• D0.125 in (1/8 in plate)

What is the approximate thermal expansion of copper per 100 linear feet per 100°F temperature change?

• A0.7 in
• B1.1 in
• C1.4 in
• D2.2 in

Aluminum sheet expands approximately how much per 100 linear feet per 100°F temperature change?

• A0.9 in
• B1.1 in
• C1.4 in
• D1.8 in

What is the maximum recommended cleat spacing for copper counterflashing to allow for thermal expansion without buckling?

• A6 in on center
• B12 in on center
• C24 in on center
• D36 in on center

Which edge treatment is required on sheet-metal flashings to eliminate sharp edges and increase rigidity?

• AWire edge
• BHemmed edge
• CFlanged edge
• DNotched edge

Which type of seam is used in copper coping and gravel-stop flashing to allow longitudinal thermal movement while maintaining a weathertight joint?

• ASoldered lap joint
• BLoose-lock seam
• CRiveted butt joint
• DCaulked butt joint

An S-lock seam in sheet-metal flashing is primarily used for which purpose?

• ATo permanently solder two sheets together at an end lap
• BTo join adjacent flat-seam sheets and allow limited differential movement
• CTo secure metal to the deck with exposed fasteners
• DTo seal a counterflashing reglet into masonry

Galvanic corrosion between dissimilar metals is a primary concern in flashing installations. Which metal pairing must be avoided because copper corrodes aluminum rapidly?

• ACopper and stainless steel
• BCopper and galvanized steel
• CCopper and aluminum
• DAluminum and galvanized steel

Why must copper flashing not be installed upslope of galvanized steel gutters or trim?

• ACopper expands more than galvanized steel and will buckle the gutter
• BCopper runoff water carries copper ions that accelerate corrosion of the galvanized coati…
• CCopper is heavier and will cause the galvanized steel to deflect
• DCopper flashing is not compatible with gutter systems and must be installed separately

Which metal is the most corrosion-resistant option for flashing in coastal or highly corrosive environments?

• AGalvanized steel
• BAluminum
• CStainless steel (Type 304 or 316)
• DTerne-coated steel

What is the primary difference between soldering and using a sealant for joining copper flashings?

• ASolder creates a rigid, permanent, watertight metallic bond; sealant provides a flexible,…
• BSealant is stronger than solder under shear loads
• CSoldering can only be used on aluminum and galvanized steel
• DSealants are prohibited by NRCA for all flashing applications

After soldering copper flashing with an acid flux, what is the required cleanup procedure?

• AWipe with a dry cloth immediately after the solder cools
• BWash the soldered area with clean water or a neutralizing solution to remove all flux res…
• CApply a protective coating of roofing cement over the soldered joint
• DSand the joint smooth after cooling — no further treatment is needed

Which ANSI/SPRI standard governs perimeter edge metal (gravel stops, drip edges, and copings) wind resistance requirements?

• AANSI/SPRI RP-4
• BANSI/SPRI ES-1
• CANSI/SPRI VF-1
• DASTM E1592

A gravel stop is installed at the perimeter of a low-slope built-up roof. What is its primary function?

• ATo anchor the roof membrane to the structural deck
• BTo retain gravel ballast and provide a finished edge termination for the roofing system
• CTo allow rainwater to drain away from the wall face
• DTo connect the roofing membrane to the coping on the parapet wall

What is the minimum recommended width of an open W-valley (also called a W-metal valley) on a steep-slope asphalt shingle roof per NRCA standards?

• A12 in
• B18 in
• C24 in
• D36 in

What is the function of a kickout diverter flashing at the base of a rake-wall intersection?

• ATo anchor the step flashing to the wall framing
• BTo divert water away from the wall face and into the gutter at the end of a step-flashing…
• CTo cover the gap between the fascia and the first course of shingles
• DTo provide a drip edge at the bottom of a dormer sidewall

In step-and-counter flashing at a sidewall, what is the correct relationship between step flashing and counterflashing?

• AStep flashing laps over counterflashing and is exposed on the face
• BCounterflashing laps down over the top of the step flashing, concealing the step flashing…
• CStep flashing and counterflashing are soldered together to form a single watertight unit
• DCounterflashing is nailed through the step flashing into the wall framing

What OSHA regulation establishes fall protection requirements for roofing work on low-slope roofs?

• A29 CFR 1926.100
• B29 CFR 1926.502
• C29 CFR 1910.28
• D29 CFR 1926.451

On low-slope roofs, OSHA requires fall protection when workers are within how many feet of an unprotected roof edge?

• A4 ft
• B6 ft
• C10 ft
• D15 ft

When handling sheet metal coils and sheets on a rooftop, which material handling practice is critical to prevent worker injury?

• AAlways carry sheets horizontally to maximize visibility
• BCarry sheet metal on edge vertically to reduce wind sail effect and use gloves and edge g…
• CAllow sheets to extend beyond the roof edge to reduce trips needed to the ground
• DStack coils on the ridgeline to minimize walking distance to work areas

Zinc (zinc alloy) architectural flashing is specified for its patina and durability. What is the approximate thermal expansion of zinc per 100 linear feet per 100°F?

• A0.9 in
• B1.1 in
• C1.7 in
• D2.2 in

Which type of flashing is installed through the full thickness of a masonry wall to direct water that has penetrated the wall back to the exterior?

• ACounterflashing
• BStep flashing
• CThrough-wall flashing
• DReglet flashing

What is the purpose of a coping cap on a parapet wall?

• ATo support the weight of the roofing membrane at the parapet
• BTo cap the top of the parapet wall and shed water to both sides, protecting the wall from…
• CTo anchor the counterflashing reglet into the masonry
• DTo provide a structural connection between the roof deck and the parapet wall

In a coping cap installation, how should adjacent coping sections be joined to allow for thermal movement?

• ASoldered lap with a 2 in overlap
• BLoose-lock expansion joint with a minimum 1 in slip allowance
• CRiveted butt joint with backer rod and sealant
• DBolted flange connection with rubber gasket

When installing a reglet-type counterflashing in existing masonry, what is the correct installation method?

• AUse pneumatic nailer to drive the reglet into mortar joints
• BCut a horizontal saw-cut groove into the mortar joint, insert the reglet, and secure with…
• CAdhesive-bond the reglet to the masonry face with polyurethane sealant
• DInstall the reglet between the brick courses before the mortar sets during new constructi…

A scupper is a through-wall opening in a parapet wall designed for what purpose?

• ATo provide ventilation through the parapet for attic air circulation
• BTo drain accumulated water from a low-slope roof through the parapet wall to the exterior…
• CTo anchor the roof membrane base flashing to the parapet wall
• DTo allow electrical conduit to pass through the parapet wall

What minimum height above the finished roof surface should a scupper opening be positioned on a low-slope roof?

• AFlush with the roof surface
• B1/2 in above the roof surface
• C2 in above the roof surface
• D4 in above the roof surface

What is the minimum recommended lap for step flashing under each shingle course on a steep-slope asphalt shingle roof?

• A2 in
• B3 in
• C4 in
• D6 in

When installing a drip edge at the eave of a steep-slope asphalt shingle roof, how should it be positioned relative to the underlayment?

• AOn top of the underlayment at the eave
• BUnder the underlayment at the eave so water from the roof sheds over the drip edge
• CBehind the fascia board, under the deck sheathing
• DOn top of the first course of shingles for maximum exposure

At the rake of a steep-slope asphalt shingle roof, how should the drip edge be installed relative to the underlayment?

• AUnder the underlayment, same as at the eave
• BOn top of the underlayment, with the underlayment lapping under the drip edge
• CThe drip edge is not required at the rake
• DSoldered to the eave drip edge for a continuous perimeter seal

Which galvanized steel sheet specification provides the minimum corrosion protection for standard flashing applications in non-coastal environments?

• AG60 (0.60 oz/sq ft zinc coating)
• BG90 (0.90 oz/sq ft zinc coating)
• CG185 (1.85 oz/sq ft zinc coating)
• DGalvannealed (iron-zinc alloy coating)

What is the maximum recommended unsupported span for a metal coping cap to prevent excessive oil-canning (waviness)?

• A6 in
• B12 in
• C18 in
• D24 in

Which type of solder is recommended for joining copper architectural flashings per NRCA and SMACNA guidelines?

• A50/50 tin-lead solder
• B60/40 tin-lead solder
• C95/5 tin-antimony (lead-free) solder
• DSilver solder (silver brazing alloy)

What pre-tinning step is required before soldering copper sheet-metal joints?

• AGrinding the copper surface with a wire wheel to roughen it
• BApplying flux to the area and heating the copper with the iron until solder flows and wet…
• CCoating the copper with roofing primer before solder application
• DGalvanizing the copper surface to improve solder adhesion

At what minimum height above the roof surface should the base of a counterflashing be positioned on a low-slope roof?

• A1 in
• B2 in
• C4 in
• D6 in

What is the primary function of a cleat in sheet-metal flashing installations?

• ATo mechanically join two sheets at a seam without exposing fasteners through the face of…
• BTo provide a continuous support angle for the metal at the roof edge
• CTo create an expansion gap between adjacent sheet panels
• DTo anchor the metal to the roof deck with exposed screw fasteners

When fabricating a corner in copper flashing, which method provides the strongest, most watertight joint?

• ACutting the copper to a miter and applying sealant
• BLapping and soldering the corner with a notched and bent corner piece
• CUsing a prefabricated plastic corner boot sealed with caulk
• DMechanically fastening a separate L-shaped flashing over the corner

What is the galvanic series, and why is it important for architectural flashing installations?

• AA ranking of metals by hardness used to select the most durable flashing material
• BA ranking of metals by their electrochemical potential that predicts which metal will cor…
• CA color chart specifying the approved paint colors for architectural metal flashings
• DA specification listing the approved thicknesses for each metal used in flashings

Which separation method is acceptable to prevent galvanic corrosion when aluminum flashing must be installed adjacent to copper components?

• APainting the aluminum with metal primer before installation
• BInserting a non-conductive separator (bituminous tape, neoprene, or similar) between the…
• CApplying a bead of polyurethane sealant between the metal surfaces
• DGalvanizing the aluminum surface before installation

For an open W-valley on a steep-slope asphalt shingle roof, the valley shingles should be cut along which type of line as they approach the valley centerline?

• AHorizontal cut parallel to the eave
• BDiagonal cut running parallel to the valley centerline with a chalk line set 3 in from ce…
• CPerpendicular cut straight into the valley at a 90° angle
• DNo cut needed — shingles butt directly against the valley metal

Which NRCA-recommended practice prevents ice dam water from backing under step flashing on a steep-slope roof in cold climates?

• AInstall heavier gauge step flashing (20 oz copper minimum)
• BUse a peel-and-stick self-adhering membrane under the step flashing as an ice-barrier lay…
• CInstall the step flashing without hemmed edges so it lies flat to the wall
• DSolder every course of step flashing to the shingles below

What is the purpose of a conductor head (also called a leader head or collection box) in an architectural drainage system?

• ATo increase the water pressure flowing into the downspout
• BTo collect water from a scupper or gutter and transition it into a downspout, while also…
• CTo filter debris from rainwater before it enters the downspout
• DTo connect two gutter sections at inside corner joints