How many questions are on the refrigeration operator exam in Quebec?

Refrigeration qualification certificates are not issued by the RBQ: they are issued by the Ministère de l'Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale. According to the Québec.ca sheets consulted on October 18, 2026:

• Refrigeration system, class 1 (SF-1): written multiple-choice exam, 3 hours, between 50 and 60 questions, 60% passing grade;
• Refrigeration system, class 2 (SF-2): written multiple-choice exam, 3 hours, between 35 and 45 questions, 60% passing grade.

The minimum supervised apprenticeship is 4,000 hours for SF-1 and 2,500 hours for SF-2. The fee to register for a qualification exam is $136.00, including a retake (ministry fee schedule in force on January 1, 2026; consulted October 18, 2026).