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Key Facts: MS Residential Remodeler Exam

70%

Passing Score

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

50 Q

Official Exam Questions

PSI MS Contractor Bulletin 4/23/2026

150 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 Residential Remodeler PSI trade exam: 50 questions, 70% pass, 150 minutes, fee $120. Open-book MSBOC classification (bulletin 4/23/2026).

Sample MS Residential Remodeler Practice Questions

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1Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M, when must a remodeler generally provide fall protection for a worker on a walking/working surface with an unprotected edge?
A.At 4 feet or more above a lower level
B.At 6 feet or more above a lower level
C.At 10 feet or more above a lower level
D.Only when the roof slope exceeds 4:12
Explanation: OSHA 1926.501 generally requires guardrails, safety nets, or a personal fall arrest system when a construction worker is on a walking/working surface with an unprotected side or edge 6 feet or more above a lower level. Remodel work on roofs, open floor edges, and second-story additions commonly hits this trigger. The 4-foot rule is the general-industry threshold, not the construction standard.
2A non-self-supporting extension ladder reaches a working height of 20 feet on a two-story remodel. Using the OSHA 4:1 setup, how far should the base be placed from the wall?
A.3 feet
B.4 feet
C.5 feet
D.8 feet
Explanation: The 4:1 rule places the base 1 foot out for every 4 feet of working ladder height. 20 ÷ 4 = 5 feet from the wall. A steeper setup can tip backward; a shallower angle lets the base slide out.
3On a supported scaffold platform used for exterior trim replacement, OSHA 1926.451 generally requires fall protection when the platform is more than how far above a lower level?
A.4 feet
B.6 feet
C.10 feet
D.15 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.451(g) requires each employee on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level to be protected from falling, typically by guardrails and/or personal fall arrest depending on scaffold type. Subpart L governs scaffolds and uses a higher trigger than the 6-foot Subpart M walking/working-surface rule.
4When a portable extension ladder is used to reach a second-story landing, how far must the side rails extend above the upper landing surface?
A.1 foot
B.2 feet
C.3 feet
D.5 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. That extension gives a handhold while stepping on and off. If the ladder cannot extend 3 feet, it must be secured at the top and a grasping device provided.
5What are the OSHA 1926.502 construction criteria for a standard top rail on a temporary guardrail at an open second-floor remodel?
A.36 inches high and able to resist 50 pounds
B.42 inches plus or minus 3 inches high and able to resist 200 pounds
C.48 inches high and able to resist 500 pounds
D.30 inches high with no strength requirement if flagged
Explanation: OSHA 1926.502(b) sets the top-rail height at 42 inches plus or minus 3 inches (39 to 45 inches) and requires the system to withstand 200 pounds applied near the top edge. Midrails and toeboards are additional components; a 36-inch rail is the typical finished residential guard height in the IRC, not the OSHA construction guardrail.
6Spoils from a footing excavation for a room addition must be kept at least how far from the excavation edge unless a retaining device is used?
A.6 inches
B.12 inches
C.2 feet
D.5 feet
Explanation: OSHA 1926.651(j)(2) requires excavated materials and equipment that could fall or roll into an excavation to be kept at least 2 feet from the edge, or held by a sufficient retaining device. Spoil piled at the lip overloads the bank and can knock workers into the hole.
7Why does OSHA require GFCI protection (or an assured equipment-grounding conductor program) for temporary 120-volt tools on a remodel site?
A.To prevent motors from overheating
B.To interrupt ground-fault leakage that can electrocute a worker
C.To increase circuit-breaker trip ratings
D.To protect electronic devices from static
Explanation: A GFCI opens the circuit when it senses small leakage current to ground, cutting off shock from cut cords, wet slabs, or defective tools. OSHA 1926.404 requires GFCI protection or an assured grounding program for temporary construction power. It is personnel protection, not equipment-overload protection.
8A competent person examines the soil in a 5-foot-6-inch-deep utility trench for a kitchen addition. Unless the excavation is entirely in stable rock, what does OSHA 1926.652 generally require?
A.Only a hard-hat rule and a spotter
B.A protective system such as sloping, benching, shoring, or a trench shield
C.No cave-in protection because the trench is under 8 feet
D.A confined-space permit instead of cave-in protection
Explanation: OSHA 1926.652 requires an adequate cave-in protective system in excavations 5 feet or deeper unless the excavation is entirely in stable rock. A competent person may allow no system below 5 feet only after finding no cave-in potential. Hard hats and confined-space rules do not replace sloping, shoring, or shielding.
9When toeboards are used on a scaffold or open-floor edge to keep tools from falling on workers below, what is the OSHA 1926.502 minimum vertical height?
A.1-1/2 inches
B.2 inches
C.3-1/2 inches
D.6 inches
Explanation: OSHA 1926.502(j) requires toeboards used as falling-object protection to be at least 3-1/2 inches high, with no more than 1/4 inch clearance at the walking surface. They must also resist a 50-pound force. A short strip of trim will not stop a dropped circular saw or brick.
10A personal fall-arrest anchorage used by one remodeler on a steep roof must be capable of supporting at least how much per attached employee, or be designed with a safety factor of at least two?
A.1,000 pounds
B.2,000 pounds
C.5,000 pounds
D.10,000 pounds
Explanation: OSHA 1926.502(d)(15) requires a PFAS anchorage to support at least 5,000 pounds per employee attached, or to be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete system under a qualified person with a safety factor of at least two. Fascia nails, gutter straps, and unrated vents are not anchors.

About the MS Residential Remodeler Exam

Mississippi Residential Remodeler Contractor Examination is a classification trade examination administered by PSI for the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. The official open-book exam has 50 questions, a 70% passing standard, and 150 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

50 scored questions

Time Limit

150 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

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

MS Residential Remodeler Exam Content Outline

10%

Safety

Remodeling safety

8%

Windows and Doors

Windows and doors

22%

Rough Carpentry

Rough carpentry

12%

Finish Carpentry

Finish carpentry

12%

Associated Trades

Associated trades

10%

Concrete

Residential concrete

10%

Masonry

Residential masonry

16%

Residential Roofing

Residential roofing

How to Pass the MS Residential Remodeler Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 50 questions
  • Time limit: 150 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 Residential Remodeler 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 Residential Remodeler exam?

The official PSI examination has 50 scored questions (plus possible unscored experimental items). Passing is 70% within 150 minutes.

How much does the MS Residential Remodeler 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.