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Key Facts: MS Remodeling Exam

70%

Passing Score

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

60 Q

Official Exam Questions

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

135 minutes

Time Allowed

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

$120

PSI Exam Fee

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

Open book

Exam Format

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

MS Remodeling PSI trade exam: 60 questions, 70% pass, 135 minutes, fee $120. Open-book MSBOC classification (bulletin 4/23/2026).

Sample MS Remodeling Practice Questions

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1On a Mississippi remodeling job covered by OSHA construction rules, at what height above a lower level must employees on an unprotected walking/working surface be protected by a guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system?
A.4 feet
B.6 feet
C.10 feet
D.15 feet
Explanation: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(1) requires fall protection at 6 feet on construction walking/working surfaces with an unprotected side or edge. Remodeling work is construction, so the 6-foot trigger applies rather than the 4-foot general-industry rule. Guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest are the conventional systems.
2What is the required top-edge height of a construction guardrail system under OSHA 1926.502?
A.36 inches plus or minus 3 inches
B.39 inches exactly
C.42 inches plus or minus 3 inches
D.48 inches plus or minus 2 inches
Explanation: OSHA 1926.502(b)(1) sets the top rail at 42 inches plus or minus 3 inches above the walking/working surface, so 39 to 45 inches is acceptable. A midrail is required about halfway between the top rail and the surface. The system must also resist a 200-pound load applied near the top edge.
3At what height above a lower level must each employee on a scaffold be protected from falling under OSHA 1926.451?
A.More than 4 feet
B.More than 6 feet
C.More than 10 feet
D.More than 15 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.451(g)(1) requires fall protection for each employee on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level. That scaffold-specific trigger is higher than the 6-foot Subpart M rule for unprotected edges. Typical protection is a guardrail system, a personal fall arrest system, or both, depending on scaffold type.
4When a portable extension ladder is used to reach an upper landing, how far must the side rails extend above that landing?
A.1 foot
B.2 feet
C.3 feet
D.4 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.1053(b)(1) requires portable-ladder side rails to extend at least 3 feet above the upper landing used for access. The extra rail length gives a worker a handhold while stepping on or off. If the ladder cannot extend 3 feet, it must be secured at the top and a grasping device provided.
5A non-self-supporting extension ladder reaches 20 feet up the wall to the top support. About how far from the wall should the base be set?
A.3 feet
B.4 feet
C.5 feet
D.8 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.1053(b)(5)(i) requires the horizontal distance from the top support to the foot to be about one-quarter of the working length—the 4-to-1 rule. For a 20-foot working length, the base is about 5 feet out. That angle (about 75 degrees) resists both kick-out at the base and tip-back at the top.
6A remodeler cuts a 24-inch by 24-inch HVAC chase opening in an existing second-floor deck. Until the chase is framed and guarded, what does OSHA require of the temporary hole cover?
A.It may be a marked sheet of 1/2-inch drywall laid over the hole
B.It must support at least twice the weight of employees, equipment, and materials that may be imposed, be secured against displacement, and be color-coded or marked "HOLE" or "COVER"
C.It must support the weight of one worker and may be left unsecured if it overlaps 2 inches
D.It is not required if a spotter is posted in another room
Explanation: OSHA 1926.502(i) requires floor and roof hole covers to support at least twice the imposed load of workers, equipment, and materials, to be secured against accidental displacement, and to be color-coded or marked HOLE or COVER. Drywall and other non-structural sheets do not meet the strength rule. A spotter is not a substitute for a cover or a guardrail.
7A remodeler is excavating for a new spread footing beside an existing house. At what depth must employees in the excavation be protected by a sloping, benching, shoring, or shielding system, unless the excavation is entirely in stable rock?
A.2 feet
B.4 feet
C.5 feet, unless a competent person finds no indication of a potential cave-in in a shallower excavation
D.10 feet only
Explanation: OSHA 1926.652(a)(1) requires a protective system in excavations except in stable rock or when the excavation is less than 5 feet deep and a competent person finds no cave-in potential. Spoil and equipment must also be kept at least 2 feet from the edge under 1926.651(j)(2). Depth alone does not replace competent-person inspection.
8What is the accepted OSHA method of protecting employees using 120-volt, 15- and 20-amp temporary receptacle outlets on a remodeling site?
A.Standard household breakers only
B.Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), or an assured equipment grounding conductor program
C.Two-prong adapters on all cords
D.Ungrounded extension cords shorter than 25 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.404(b)(1) requires GFCI protection for 120-volt, 15- and 20-amp receptacle outlets on construction sites, or a written assured equipment grounding conductor program. Water, cut cords, and damaged tools make ground faults common during remodel work. Ordinary overcurrent devices do not trip fast enough to prevent shock.
9Under OSHA 1926.1052, when must a stairway used during construction be equipped with a stair rail or handrail system?
A.Only after final occupancy
B.When the stairway has four or more risers or rises more than 30 inches, whichever is less
C.Only when the stairway has eight or more risers
D.Only on exterior stairs
Explanation: OSHA 1926.1052(c)(1) requires a stair rail or handrail when a stairway has four or more risers or rises more than 30 inches, whichever is less. Temporary job-built stairs on remodels must meet this as soon as they are used. Uniform risers and treads are also required within each flight.
10A crew will cut existing brick and grind concrete indoors during a structural remodel. Which OSHA control approach is required to limit respirable crystalline silica exposure?
A.Paper dust masks are always sufficient if worn for the first hour
B.Follow 29 CFR 1926.1153, including Table 1 specified exposure-control methods such as wet cutting or a shrouded tool with a HEPA vacuum, or otherwise assess and control exposure
C.Open all windows and continue dry cutting with no further controls
D.Silica rules apply only to new commercial high-rise work
Explanation: OSHA 1926.1153 covers cutting, grinding, and drilling of concrete, brick, block, and mortar on remodeling sites. Table 1 lists specified methods such as water delivery at the cut or a shrouded tool exhausted to a HEPA vacuum; those methods can be used in lieu of exposure monitoring when fully implemented. Ordinary nuisance-dust masks and ventilation alone do not satisfy the standard.

About the MS Remodeling Exam

Mississippi Remodeling Contractor Examination is a classification trade examination administered by PSI for the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. The official open-book exam has 60 questions, a 70% passing standard, and 135 minutes allowed. PSI examination fee is $120 per portion (bulletin updated 4/23/2026). This English-language MCQ bank is a study aid for the official content outline; it is not an official PSI form, does not replace the required Law and Business Management exam, and is not a substitute for MSBOC application review or the official open-book examination.

Questions

60 scored questions

Time Limit

135 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$120 (PSI Services LLC (for Mississippi State Board of Contractors))

MS Remodeling Exam Content Outline

10%

Safety

Remodeling safety

5%

Windows and Doors

Windows and doors

18%

Rough Carpentry

Structural remodeling carpentry

18%

Finish Carpentry

Finish carpentry

5%

Siding

Siding

3%

Drywall

Drywall

12%

Concrete

Concrete in remodeling

12%

Masonry

Masonry in remodeling

17%

Roofing - Residential and Commercial

Roof coverings

How to Pass the MS Remodeling Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 60 questions
  • Time limit: 135 minutes
  • Exam fee: $120

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MS Remodeling Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study only the approved references listed for this classification in the current PSI Mississippi Contractor bulletin (updated 4/23/2026)
2Practice open-book navigation with permanent tabs and indexes before test day
3Drill OSHA 29 CFR 1926 topics that appear across nearly every trade outline
4Confirm MSBOC classification scope and eligibility at msboc.us before scheduling with PSI
5All applicants must also pass Law and Business Management unless it is waived

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the MS Remodeling exam?

The official PSI examination has 60 scored questions (plus possible unscored experimental items). Passing is 70% within 135 minutes.

How much does the MS Remodeling exam cost?

PSI lists $120 per examination portion (Candidate Information Bulletin updated 4/23/2026). MSBOC application fees are separate: $400 commercial or $50 residential. Additional classifications are $100 each.

Is the Mississippi contractor exam open book?

Yes. PSI administers MSBOC classification exams as open book. Only bulletin-listed approved references are allowed; temporary tabs such as Post-it notes are prohibited.

Do I still need the Law and Business Management exam?

Yes. MSBOC requires the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam (50 questions, 70%, 2 hours) of all applicants. Reciprocity may waive a trade exam in some cases but does not waive Law and Business.