Maryland Restricted Ventilation Journeyman - Books & Courses Rental Package

Maryland Restricted Ventilation Journeyman - Books & Courses Rental Package

If you’re preparing for the Maryland HVACR Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam, this rental package combines trade-focused study support with business-and-law reference materials—so you can sharpen test-day readiness while also building real-world contractor knowledge for Maryland.

This package is designed for students who want structured learning plus access to key code and technical references during their prep window.

What You Get

Pricing

Exam Details

• Exam: Maryland HVACR Journeyman Restricted Ventilation
• Testing provider: PSI (Maryland HVACR licensing exams are administered through PSI)
• Number of questions: 40
• Time allowed: 90 minutes
• Minimum passing score: 70%
• Exam fee (paid to PSI): $50 (fee is for one examination; policies and validity periods are set by PSI and the candidate bulletin)

Commonly tested content areas for the Restricted Ventilation Journeyman exam include:

• Air Distribution Systems: duct definitions/sizing/design, assembly/installation, hangers/supports, materials/shapes, insulation, fire/smoke control, hoods/exhaust, testing/balancing, ventilation requirements, plans/symbols
• Safety: PPE, scaffolds, jobsite protection practices, hazard awareness, and general safety responsibilities

Open Book Test

The Maryland HVACR Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam is an open book examination. Candidates may bring reference books into the testing room, but study guides are not allowed. References may be indexed and may contain highlighted or underlined text, but the materials must not be written in and must not contain loose or attached papers.

Important: The testing room only allows specific references for this exam. Your rental package includes additional learning resources that can help you study, but you should always confirm which exact titles/editions you plan to bring on exam day based on the current PSI candidate information bulletin.

Licensing Steps

1. Confirm eligibility for the Journeyman Restricted exam: Verify your qualifying path (apprentice license time, training hours, approved apprenticeship completion, or other Board-accepted qualification).
2. Apply to sit for the exam through PSI: Submit your exam application and upload required documentation as directed by PSI.
3. Schedule and pass the exam: Follow PSI scheduling procedures and complete the Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam.
4. Apply for your Maryland HVACR license after passing: After you pass, follow the State Board’s instructions to complete the licensing step for your Journeyman Restricted credential.

State Requirements

Maryland HVACR licensing is administered through the Maryland State Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Contractors. For eligibility to take the Journeyman Restricted examination, the candidate bulletin outlines qualifying options that may include:

• Apprentice pathway: Hold a Maryland HVACR Apprentice license for at least three (3) years and complete at least 1,875 hours of HVACR training under the direction and control of a licensed HVACR contractor (or a Master Restricted contractor in the same category).
• Approved apprenticeship completion: Successfully complete an HVACR-related apprentice program approved by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Combination pathway: A combination of time licensed as an apprentice and completion of an HVACR course of study totaling three (3) years (with the course of study approved by PSI).
• Other qualification option: If a candidate does not meet the listed qualifications, the bulletin indicates the applicant may apply to the Board to take the Journeyman Restricted examination by documenting at least three (3) years of qualifying experience.

Because requirements and documentation standards matter, it’s smart to match your work history and training records to the eligibility option that fits your background before you submit anything to PSI.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: International Mechanical Code, 2018
  Used to build code-navigation skills for ventilation and mechanical system requirements during study and review.
• Included Rental Book: Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
  Broad HVACR fundamentals and applied troubleshooting concepts that support trade knowledge development.
• Included Rental Book: Residential Load Calculation – Manual J®, 8th Edition
  Load calculation concepts and terminology that can strengthen system sizing understanding during prep.
• Included Rental Book: NFPA 31: Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, 2011
  Oil-burning installation and safety guidance that can support foundational code-and-safety comprehension for HVAC work.
• Included Rental Book: NFPA 54 – National Fuel Gas Code Handbook, 2012
  Fuel gas safety and installation principles to help reinforce trade safety awareness and related concepts.
• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Construction safety standards used to strengthen exam readiness for jobsite safety responsibilities and compliance topics.
• Included Rental Book: Maryland Contractor Business & Law Reference Materials
  Business and law reference set to support your understanding of contractor responsibilities, documentation, and professional practices in Maryland.

Test Information and Study Materials

• Study to the outline: Focus on air distribution systems first (duct design, installation, balancing, ventilation requirements), then reinforce safety topics (PPE, hazard controls, jobsite procedures).
• Practice code lookups: Open-book exams reward speed and accuracy. Build a routine for quickly finding definitions, requirements, and exceptions in your references.
• Tab and highlight the right way: Use clean, durable indexing. Avoid any writing in your books or adding loose notes that could be prohibited in the testing room.
• Time management: With 90 minutes for 40 questions, your pacing matters—train with timed quizzes and targeted review.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps you prepare with a practical, trade-focused approach that supports consistent progress—without the guesswork. Your included business and trade course is structured to help you:

• Follow an organized study path aligned to ventilation and duct system knowledge areas.
• Build confidence through practice-oriented review and targeted topic reinforcement.
• Improve reference navigation habits that matter in an open-book environment.
• Strengthen jobsite safety awareness and OSHA familiarity that frequently shows up in testing and in real work.
• Connect trade learning with contractor business fundamentals so you’re preparing for more than just exam day.

FAQ

Is the Maryland Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam open book?

Yes. The candidate information bulletin describes the Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam as an open-book exam, with specific rules about what can be brought into the testing room.

Do all the books in this rental package count as exam-room references?

Not necessarily. Open-book exams typically allow only specific reference titles/editions in the testing room. This package includes a strong study library (trade, safety, and business), but you should confirm exactly which references you plan to bring on exam day based on the current PSI candidate bulletin for your exam.

How long do I get access to the course?

You receive 6 months of course access and the package includes both business and trade course content.

What score do I need to pass the Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam?

The candidate bulletin lists a minimum passing score of 70% for the Journeyman Restricted Ventilation exam.

How many questions are on the exam and how long do I have?

The exam is listed as 40 questions with 90 minutes allowed.

What do I pay today?

Your pricing summary shows a Package Price of $1,390, a Refundable Deposit of $700, and a Total Due Today of $2,090.