Certified Elevator Inspector Exam Prep
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These 10 free CEI questions are organized by exam domain, so you can see how each part of the Certified Elevator Inspector blueprint is tested. Reveal the answer and explanation under each question.

Domain 1: Inside of Car 17% of exam

Question 1

An inspector verifies that an elevator car data plate matches the rated load and equipment information. Which inspection principle is being applied?

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Correct answer: A - Verification of equipment identification and rated capacity

Domain 2: Machine Room 19% of exam

Question 2

During a traction elevator inspection, the governor overspeed switch fails to operate during a required test while the elevator otherwise runs normally. What is the best inspection conclusion?

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Correct answer: A - Document the condition as a code-related deficiency requiring correction

Question 3

An elevator rated at 350 feet per minute records a measured speed of 385 feet per minute during testing. What is the inspector's next consideration?

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Correct answer: A - Whether the measured condition exceeds applicable speed criteria

Domain 3: Top of Car - Electric 8% of exam

Question 4

Visible traveling cable insulation damage is observed on an electric elevator, but conductors are not exposed. What is the proper inspection approach?

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Correct answer: A - Evaluate the condition using applicable electrical requirements and document the determination

Domain 4: Top of Car - Hydraulic 6% of exam

Question 5

A hydraulic elevator inspection reveals oil leakage near the jack while operation remains normal. What should the inspector do?

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Correct answer: A - Determine compliance of the leakage condition using applicable requirements

Domain 5: Elevator Pit 14% of exam

Question 6

Standing water is found in an elevator pit near electrical components. The elevator is operating normally. What is the most appropriate interpretation?

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Correct answer: A - The condition requires evaluation against safety requirements because it may create a hazard

Domain 6: Outside Hoistway 8% of exam

Question 7

A hoistway door does not restrict access when the elevator is not at the landing. What safety concern is being evaluated?

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Correct answer: A - Protection against unintended hoistway access

Domain 7: Firefighter’s Service 10% of exam

Question 8

An elevator fails Phase I firefighter recall testing but operates normally for passengers. What should the inspector conclude?

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Correct answer: A - The firefighter's service function has a deficiency requiring documentation

Domain 8: Escalators (external) 6.5% of exam

Question 9

An escalator inspection finds a missing comb plate tooth at the landing. What hazard is most directly involved?

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Correct answer: A - Passenger entrapment risk at the entrance or exit

Domain 10: Moving walks (external) 5% of exam

Question 10

A moving walk handrail speed does not correspond with belt movement. What inspection concept applies?

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Correct answer: A - Coordinated operation of moving-walk components

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