UBC Building Inspector 2
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UBC Building Inspector Test # 2
UBC BUILDING INSPECTOR TEST NO. 2 CLOSED BOOK
1.
Steel plates of exterior walls and floor framing of a single-family dwelling shall be feet on center. anchored with bolts having a maximum spacing of a. b. c. d.
2.
5.
only on the 2 outer feet of each end only on the 3 outer feet of each end only on the 4 outer feet of each end anywhere along it length
Windows in single-family dwelling sleeping rooms which are required for emergency escape or rescue shall have a minimum net area of square feet. a. b.
4.
5 6
In conventional light-frame construction , when is it necessary to notch 2" x 1O" x 12 feet long floor joists to provide spacer pipes or conduits, these notches may be made - - - a. b. c. d.
3.
3 4
3.4 5.5
c.
5.7
d.
6
Number 7 reinforcing bars in concrete cast against and permanently exposed to earth shall have a concrete cover of at least inches.
a.
2
b.
2-1/2
c.
3
d.
3-1/4
The maximum diameter of holes bored in wood floor joists shall be _ _ _ __ the depth of the depth of the joist.
a. b.
1/3 1/4
c.
1/5
d.
1/6
6.
Material installed to restrict air within open spaces of concealed areas of building components is defined as _ _ _ _ __ a. b c. d.
7.
The minimum under floor clearance from the bottom of untreated wood girders to exposed ground shall be inches. a. b.
c. d.
8.
b. c. d.
1 2
3 4
18x24 22 x 30 24 x 28 24 x 30
The mixing of mortar shall be for a period of a. b. c. d.
11 .
12 18 30
Where an attic access opening is required in a single-family dwelling, the minimum size of the opening shall be _ __ _ _ a. b. c. d.
10.
6
Every building used for human occupancy shall have at least _ _ _ _ _ exits.
a.
9.
draft stop fire block membrane stop fire penetration stop
~------~
not more than 3 minutes not less than 1O minutes not less than 3 minutes, no more than 1O minutes 15 to 20 minutes or until desired work ability is achieved.
In conventional light-frame construction when floor joists are supported on wood foundation plates, the joists shall a have a minimum bearing distance on each end of inches.
a. b.
c. d.
1/2
2 3 3 1/2
12.
When any room of a dwelling is finished and intended for use as habitable living space and the ceiling is firred down, the prescribed minimum ceiling height is required in of the area.
a. b.
c. d. 13.
Gypsum wall board used in single layer fire-rated assembly may have joints which are left untreated when the joists _ _ __ _ a. b. c. d.
14.
15.
16.
1/3 1/2 2/3 3/4
occur on the wood-framing members occur over noncombustible framing members are in a room that is protected by a automatic sprinkler system are offset by at least 24 inches with joists on the opposite face of the wall
In areas which are subject to decay damage, untreated fir plywood siding on the exterior of the building shall have a minimum clearance to the ground of - - -inches.
a.
2
b.
4
c.
6
d.
8
When rafter ties are required, they shall be spaced at a maximum of on center.
a.
2
b.
4
c.
6
d.
8
feet
Stumps and roots shall be removed from the area to be occupied by a building to a inches below the ground. minimum depth of
a.
6
b. c. d.
8 12 18
17.
When joists are toenailed to the seal, _____nails are required. a. b. c. d.
18
A room containing a water closet must be separated from a kitchen by a
a b. c. d. 19.
1
11
6 6 6' 8" 7' 7' 6"
In single-family dwellings in sleeping rooms, the minimum clear openable height of windows which are required for emergency exit, escape, or rescue shall be - - inches. a. b.
c. d. 22.
prohibited 20-minute rated 3/4-hour rated 1-hour rated
For a nonsloping ceiling, the minimum ceiling height of kitchens, halls, bathrooms, and toilet compartments in dwelling and apartment units is _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
21.
corridor vestibule tight-fitting door self-closing door
Windows between private garages and sleeping rooms shall be _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
20.
3-8d 4-8d 2-16d 3-16d
20 24 28 30
Grout mixed at the job site shall not be used more than _ _ __ after the initial mixing, water has been added to the dry ingredients. a. b.
c. d.
1 1/2 2 2-1/2
23.
Nails c;1nd screws used for fastening gypsum wall board to supports shall be spaced at least inch from the edges and ends of the wall board. a. b. c. d.
24.
A door installed between a private garage and the dwelling unit shall be at least
a b. c. d.
25.
c. d.
12 24 36 48
Which of the following types of construction are classified as noncombustible according to the Uniform Building Code? a. b. c. d.
27.
3/4-hour rated 1- hour rated 1-3/8 solid wood, self-closing 1-3/4 solid wood, self-closing
In a conventional wood-framed construction, in bearing and exterior walls and joists inches. and double top plates shall be offset at least a. b.
26.
1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4
Type I only Types I and II only Types I, II, and Ill Type I, II, Ill, and IV
Eight-foot nominal wood studs are used in the exterior frame wall if a two-story single-family residence, the exterior frame walls shall have fire-block installed a. b. c. d.
between floors only between the second story and attic space only between floors and the second story and attic space at mid-height of each story between floors and between the second story and the attic space
28.
Asphalt strip shingles which are 39 inches wide require ____ fasteners per each strip.
a. b.
c. d. 29.
Before work can recommenced on a project for which the build in~ permit has expired and the project has been abandoned for two years, _ _ _ __
A b. c. d. 30.
b. c. d.
20 24 28 30
The set of approved plans which is returned to the applicant during construction of the building shall be retained _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
32.
a partial fee must be paid a new permit must be secured the applicant must wait one year the original permit must be renewed
In single-family dwelling sleeping rooms, a minimum net clear opening width of a window which is required for emergency escape or rescue shall be - - - -inches.
a.
31.
2 3 4 6
by the owner by the builder on the job site by the architect or engineer of record
In a conventional light-frame construction, trimmer and header joists shall be doubled when the span of the header exceeds feet.
a. b
c. d.
3 4 6 8
33.
Utility grade studs may be used for wall framing provide _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
34
35.
36.
Exterior walls containing an unprotected opening in a single-family dwelling of Type VN-5N construction are required to be at least feet from the side property line.
a.
3
b.
4
c.
5
d.
8
In general, for other than private stairways within dwelling units or individual units of a Group R-1 occupancy, the maximum rise of every step is inches.
7
a. b.
7-1/2
c.
8
d.
8-1/2
When two exits are required, the maximum length of a dead-end corridor is
a. b. c. d. 37.
they are not spaced more than 24 inches on center they do not support more than a roof and ceiling the length does not exceed 10 feet in extetior walls the length does not exceed 10 feet in load-bearing walls
0 feet, dead-end corridor are not permitted 10 feet 20 feet 25 feet
Refer to Figure# 744 provided with this exam. Given the single-family dwelling in Figure# 744 has two bedrooms off a central corridor on the second story, the entire third floor loft is a sleeping area with direct access by the stairs to the sleeping area . There are no other sleeping areas within the dwelling. The minimum number of smoke detector required is _ _
a.
3
b.
4 5 6
c. d
38.
The minimum width of a stairway in a single-family dwelling shall be _ __ inches. a. b. c.
d. 39.
Normal Portland cement concrete Type I cement which is placed in the field shall be maintained above 50 degrees Fahrenheit and in a moist condition days unless accelerated curing is used. a. b. c. d.
40.
b. c. d.
7 14 28
75 150 250 350
In concrete construction, a small amount of rust or mill scale is - - - - a. b. c. d.
42.
3
In other than Groups E or H, Divisions 6 or? occupancy, the maximum travel distance in a sprinklered building from any point to an exterior exit door is feet.
a.
41 .
30 32 36 44
not acceptable acceptable only on reinforcing steel larger than #6 acceptable on any reinforcing steel provided it is oils acceptable on any metal reinforcement except prestressing tendons
Windows in single-family dwelling sleeping rooms which are required for emergency escape or rescue shall have a maximum finished seal height above the floor of - - - -- inches
a. b.
c. d.
36 40 44 48
43.
In a daycare building, the maximum spacing of intermediate rail and guardrail shall be less than inches. a.
b. c. d.
44.
Douglas or hem fir plaster columns which support permanent structures and are exposed to water splash shall be support on concrete piers or metal pedestals projecting at least inches above the concrete floor. a. b. c. d.
45.
4 6
a. b.
3/8 1/2
c.
5/8 3/4
In general, water closets in occupancies shall be provided with the minimum clear space of inches in front of the stool.
a. b. c. d.
47.
1 2
In general, the greatest riser height in any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than inch.
d. 46.
4 5 6 9
22 24 28 30
Foundation supporting wood-framing shall extend above the adjacent grade at least - - - inches. a. b. c. d.
4 6
8 12
48.
Which of the following is considered to be a habitable space? a b. c. d.
49.
A lot survey may be required for the following official to _ _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
50.
c. d.
1/2 the joist depth 1-1/2 3 4
Unless specifically approved, equipment constructed of ----.--- shall not be used to handle or put masonry grout. a. b. c. d.
53.
Living room Dining room Bedroom Kitchen
Unless tied together in a approved manner, floor joist framing from the opposite side of a wood stud partition shall be lapped a minimum of inches a. b.
52.
issue the Certificate of Occupancy settle disputes between neighboring property owners determine the required set back from adjacent structures verify that the structures is located in accordance with the approved plans
Which of the following dwelling unit habitable rooms may be provides with a artificial light as its only source of light. a. b. c. d.
51.
Kitchen Hallway Bathroom Laundry Room
steel copper plastic aluminum
Galvanized sheet metal flashing and counter flashing used for weather protection of opening shall have a minimum thickness of gauge.
a.
20
b.
22 26 28
c. d.
54.
Construction joint in concrete floors shall be located within the _____of spans of slabs, beams, and girders. a. b. c. d.
55.
56.
In other than dwelling units, the surface of the toilet room floors shall have a smooth hard nonabsorbent surface which extends upward onto the walls at least - - -- - inches
a.
3
b. c. d.
5
7
3 3-1/2
4 4-1/2
The minimum concrete cover of# 4 reinforcing bars when forms are used for exterior inches walls in contact with the ground is
a. b. c. d. 58.
6
The minimum thickness of unreinforced concrete floor slabs which are supported directly on the ground shall be inches.
a.. b. c. d. 57.
end third middle third end fourth middle fourth
1-1/2
2 2-1/ 3
2
In conventional light-frame construction, when 2" x 1O" nominal size floor joists spanning 12' is not 3' from the end support, the notch shall not exceed a depth of approximately inches, calculated allowable notch base on actual finished joist ·dimensions of 1-1/2 x 9-1/2 inches.
a.
1
b.
1-1/2 2 2-1/2
c. d.
59.
Wood shingles are limited to _ _ _ _ per individual shingles.
a. b. c. d. 60
In conventional light-frame construction, joist framing from opposite sides of a girder shall be lapped at least inches. a. b. c. d.
61 .
6'-6" 6'-6" 6'-10" 7'-0"
The minimum height of required exit doors is _ _ __ _ a. b. c. d.
64.
9 10-5/8 11 11-3/8
The minimum head room clearance of stairways, other than spiral stairways, is a. b. c. d.
63.
3 4 twice the joist depth 1/2 the joist depth or tied together
The run of interior stairways, other than private stairways, shall not be less than - - - inches. a. b. c. d.
62.
2 3 4 an unlimited number of nails
6'-0" 6'-8" 6'-10" 7'-0"
According to the Uniform Building Code, the thickness of initial bed joint for construction on a masonry wall on a concrete footing shall be inch. a. b. c. d.
a minimum of 1/2 a minimum of 1/4" and a maximum of 1 3/8" plus or minus an 1/8" for solid clay masonry units 3/8 plus or minus an 1/8 for hollow concrete masonry units
' 65.
In grouted masonry, grouting is generally required to be done in a continuous pour and lifts not exceeding feet. a. b.
c. d. 66.
Which of the following would require the need to install smoke detectors in an existing single-family dwelling? a. b. c. d.
67.
68.
69.
4 5 6 8
A 2,500 reroof job A $900 kitchen alteration A $1 ,200 bathroom alteration Residing the entire outside of the house with vinyl Siding
The end of hem-fir wood girder entering concrete wall shall be provide with a minimum of inch air space on the top and side ends.
a.
1/2
b. c. d.
1
1-1/2 2
Enclosed usable space under the first story of a Group R, Division I, building shall have the self-closing and tight-fitting solid wood door at least inches in thickness.
a. b.
1-1/4
c.
1-3/8
d.
1-3/4
1-1/8
In public toilet rooms, a hard nonabsorbent surface shall be provided on all warts within two feet of the water closet to a minimum height of feet.
a. b.
c. d.
3 4 5 6
70.
71
72.
Attic access opening need not be provided when the maximum vertical clear height of the access is less than inches.
30 36
d.
42
In a conventional wood-framed construction, ends of headers shall have a bearing inches. length of at least a. b.
1-1/2 2
c.
3
d.
4
The top of handrails shall be placed not less than _ _ __ inches, nor more than _ _ _ _ inches above the nosing of stairway threads. a. b.
c. d.
73.
30/34 32/36 34/36 34/38
Walls of a shower shall have a smooth hard nonabsorbent surface to a minimum inches above the drain inlet. height of
a. b.
c. d. 74.
24
a. b. c.
60 70 72 84
When depositing structural concrete, concrete that has partially hardened
a. b. c. d.
may be remixed may not be retempered twice shall not be redeposited in the structure may be used in structural slabs on grade
75.
Stairways serving an individual dwelling unit shall have handrails when they have - - - or more risers.
a.
2
b.
3
c.
4 5
d. 76.
At least one exterior door in every occupied building shall be capable of opening to provide a clear width of exit of at least inches.
a.
22
b.
30 32
c. d. 77.
In wood-framed construction, which of the following is required at opening between the attic space and chimney chase for factory-built chimneys. a. b. c. d.
78.
b. c. d.
3 4
5 6
Where handrails are required, the ends of handrails on a stairway must be returned or have round terminations on all uses and occupancies. a. b. c. d.
80.
Fire blocking Draft stopping Membrane penetration fire stopping No special protection is required
The maximum width of a single-leaf of a door is _____ inches.
a.
79.
36
Under all circumstances Except in Group R3 dwelling Except for handrails installed on private stairways Except for handrails installed on stairways having less than four risers
Holes bored in wood floor joist shall not be closer than _____ inch(es) to the top and bottom of the joist.
a.
c.
1/2 1 1-1/2
d.
2
b.
81.
Immediately before placing fresh concrete against previously placed hardened concrete, the surface of hardened concrete must be _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
82.
According to the Uniform Building Code requirement for masonry work, the joint inch. thickness between masonry units shall not be greater than a. b.
c. d.
83.
c. d.
85.
1/4 3/8 5/8 1
All openings in walls forming a three-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation shall be protection by a fire assembly having a fire protection rating of hour(s). a. b.
84.
dried wetted roughened coated with epoxy
1
1-1/2 2 3
In reinforced concrete masonry, mortar may project into the grout spaces a maximum of inch. a. b.
1/4 1/2
c. d.
3/4
1
Who shall be notified when a project is ready for inspection? a. b. c. d.
Owner The contractor Building Official The architect or engineer of record
86.
A masonry wall exposed to weather and reinforcing bars, except joint reinforcement, shall be completely embedded in mortar, grout, and protected by a minimum cover including the masonry unit of inches a. b.
3/4 1-1/2
c.
2 3
d. 87.
The minimum under floor clearance from the bottom of untreated joists to the ground is inches.
a.
6
b.
12 18 24
c. d. 88.
Plywood which is used as an exterior wall covering shall have a minimum thickness of inch. a. b. c. d.
89.
3/8 1/2
In general, the minimum tread run for stairways in a single-family dwelling with an occupant load of less than 10 shall be inches. a.
b.
c. d. 90.
1/8 1/4
8 9 10 11
In determining the minimum height of a residential masonry chimney above a roof, the top flue liner shall extend at least inches above any part of the roof within 10 feet of the chimney.
a. b. c. d.
12 18 24 36
91.
At the conclusion of the inspection responsibilities, a special inspector shall submit a final report to _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
92.
Foundation plates or seals shall be bolted to concrete or masonry foundation walls with bolts embedded at least inches into the concrete masonry. a. b. c.
d. 93.
2 4 6 12
The minimum clearance of combustible materials from masonry fireplace walls shall be inches. a. b.
c. d. 95.
5 6 7 10
An eight-inch-wide wood fireplace mantel may be adjacent to a fireplace opening if it is located at least inches from the opening. a. b. c. d.
94.
the owner Building Official engineer or architect of record Engineer or architect of record, the Building Official, and the designated .Persons
1 2 3 4
In general, footing and fot,Jndations for bearing walls shall extend a. b. c. d.
below the frost line 12" above grade 12" below grade 18" below undisturbed ground or surface
----
96.
97.
When a masonry fireplace opening has dimensions of 42" x i4", the hearth extension shall extend at least inches in front of the opening .
a.
16
b. c. d.
20
The Uniform Building Code rates types of construction in accordance with buildings. a. b. c. d.
98.
6 12
18 30
A restaurant with an occupant load of 65 is classified as a Group _ _ __ occupancy.
a. b.
100.
Floor area Intended use Occupant load Fire-resistive capability
A required parapet 30" in height may have a combustible face extending _ _ __ inches up from its base. a. b. c. d.
99.
24 28
A-2.1 A-3
c.
E
d.
M
In general, the minimum ceiling height of habitable rooms except a kitchen in dwelling units is - - - - -
a. b.
c. d.
6'-8" 7'-0" 7'-6" 8'-0"
OPEN BOOK
101 .
Given a core room wall is required to be protected with one-hour fire-restrictive construction, a fixed opening is located with a 24-inch arc of the door in the wall. The glazing shall be _ _ __ _ _ _ a. b. c. d.
102.
103.
Wood boards siding which are installed horizontally shall be fastened at a maximum - - - inches on center. a.
8
b. c. d.
16 24 32
All building foundations shall be level or stepped with the slope of the ground surface is steeper than _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
104.
1in5 1in8 1 in 10 1 in 12
Which of the following is not classified as a Group M occupancy. a. b. c. d.
105.
3/4-hour tested, assembly only safety glazing installed in all four-edge frame 1/4-inch thick-wired glass install in a steel frame 314-hour safety glazed assembly
Drugstore Shopping center Factory outlet Automobile showroom
Masonry and stone veneer on wood-framed construction which does not exceed five inches in thickness must be anchored to which of the following. a. b. c. d.
3" x 3", 2" x 6", 2" x 4", 2" x 2",
spaced spaced spaced spaced
24" on center 24" on center 24" on center 12" on center
106.
For a stairway in a six-story building under construction, a standpipe shall be provided when the progress of construction is not more than _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
107.
The Building Code defines a grout lift as _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
108.
a.
12 15 16 18
The maximum allowable travel distance to an exit which may be permitted in an unsprinklered office building when the last 100' are with a one-hour fire-resistant feet. corridor is a. b. c. d.
110.
the grout space the horizontal grouted element an increment of grout height the outer portion of the hollow masonry unit used
When a specific design is not provided, the minimum width of a footing required for a stud bearing wall which support two floors is inches. b. c. d.
109.
35 feet 50 feet two stories three stories in height above the lowest level of the fire department access
150 200 250 300
In a building with a retail store in the front and the store owner's residence in the back, the wall between the store and the residence shall be at the minimum a. b. c. d.
non rated a one-hour occupancy separation one-hour-rated from the store side only one-hour-rated from the residence side only
111 . Smoke and heat vents shall provide an effective venting area, with no dimension of less than feet excluding ribs or gutters.
a.
2
b.
3 4 6
c. d. 112.
Textile wall coverings which have not been tested in accordance with the Uniform Building Code standard # A-2 shall _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
113.
The smoke control system with an atrium shall operate automatically upon actuation of the - - - - a. b. c. d.
114.
mechanical exhaust system mechanical system duct detectors automatic sprinkler system within the atrium automatic fire alarm system
Area approved plastic materials which are a part of a light diffusing system in nonsprinklered building shall not exceed 30 percent of the aggregate area of the ceiling when they are used in _ __ a. b. c. d.
115.
have a Class I flame-spread be protected by automatic sprinklers have a Class I flame-spread and protected by automatic sprinklers not be used within a Group A occupancy
Skylights required means of egress rated floor-ceiling systems fuel dispensing island canopies
Structural members supporting a four-hour horizontal occupancy separation shall be protected by hour(s) fire-resistive construction.
a. b. c.
3/4 1 2
d.
4
116.
What is the maximum spacing in the field of 6d wall board nails for installation of a 5/8" type x gypsum board in a one-hour fire-resistive wall assembly when the wood framing is space at 24" on center.
a. b. c. d. 117.
Protection of the usable space under the first floor is not required in building use for
a. b. c. d. 118.
one layer of Type 15 one layer of Type 30 two layers of Type 15 two layers of Type 30
An exterior wall of cinder concrete masonry units having an equivalent thickness of 4" has a maximum hour(s) fire-resistive rating . a.
b.
c. d. 120.
two-family dwelling home appliance warehouse production of body building equipment display and sale of noncombustible merchandise
What is the minimum underlayment which is required for installation of wood shakes, regardless of the climate zone. a. b. c. d.
119.
4" 7" 8" 12"
1 2 3 4
Automatic closing devices shall be provided for protection of opening on fire assemblies which are required to have a hour( s) fire-resistive rating. a.
b.
c. d.
1 2 3 4
121.
When not following an approved manufacturer's instructions and assuming that the correct type of asphalt is used, the maximum slope for a gravel-surface built-up roof is a. b. c. d.
122.
An exterior wall of lightweight reinforced concrete 3.6" thick would have a fire-resistive rating of hour(s).
a.
123.
b.
1 2
c. d.
4
approved by the architect the initial framing is erected the roof decking is installed weather protection is provided
All openings in a two-hour fire-resistive area separation wall shall be protection by a fire assembly having a minimum of hour(s) fire-protection rating.
a. b.
c. d.
125.
3
Gypsum wall board is permitted to be installed when _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
124.
1/2 in 12 1 in 12 2 in 12 3 in 12
3/4 1
1-1/2 2
The minimum clear height above and below mezzanine floor construction shall be
a. b.
c. d.
6'-8" 7' 7'-6" 8'
126.
Asphalt shingle roofing applied in a severe climate to a roof sloped at 3 in 12 requires what type of underlayment. a. b. c. d.
127.
1 2 3 4
Water-resistive gypsum board shall not be used in which of the following locations: a. b. c. d.
130.
dancing and dining dining by more than 30 occupants the consumption of alcoholic beverages food preparation within the dining area
When spring hinges are used for door closing purposes on an BO"high door where protected openings are required such as between a garage and a dwelling, the door spring hinges. required at least a. b. c. d.
129.
one ply of Type 15 felt two plies of Type 15 felt one-ply of Type 30 felt two plies of Type 30 felt
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in rooms used for _ _ _ __ when the floor area of such rooms exceeds 5,000 square feet. a. b. c. d.
128.
Not less than Not less than Not less than Not less than
In any shower wall Over walls without a vapor retarder In areas subject to continuos high humidity Over ceiling framing not exceeding 12" on center
Fiber board wall sheeting shall be installed with nails or staples spaced on the edges at a maximum of inches on center.
a.
3
b.
4
c.
5
d.
6
131.
A building used for the production of alcoholic beverages shall be classified as a _ _ _ occupancy. a. b. c. d.
132.
b.
36
d.
42
Plastic veneer attached to an exterior wall is limited to _ _ __ feet in height above grade.
1 25 30 50
A medical office storage enclosures for nonflammable supply cylinders used for medical gas systems shall be separated from the rest of the building by not less than _ _ _ hour(s) fire-resistive. a. b.
135.
24 30
c.
a. b. c. d. 134.
B F, Division 1 H, Division 2 H, Division 3
When required, approved exterior vertical flame barriers to limit vertical fire spread inches high measured vertically at exterior walls shall be a minimum of above the top of the lowest openings.
a.
133.
Group Group Group Group
1 2
c.
3
d.
4
Given a 1/2" thick gypsum wall board is used for ceiling panels, the wall board is fastened with nails and then adhesive. The maximum allowable spacing for nails inches on center. used in the field of this wall board is
a. b.
7 8
c.
16
d.
24
136.
In a wood-frame roof construction where a rafter is cut and terminates at a header, the header shall be doubled when the span if the header exceeds _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
137.
a.
1 2
c.
3 4
Basement apartments shall have a minimum of two exits when the calculated occupant load exceeds _ _ _ __
7 8
9 10
The depth of footing above reinforcement on piles shall be a minimum of ---inches.
a.
6
b.
12 18 24
c. d.
141.
smoke barriers area separation walls horizontal exits walls occupant separation walls
b.
a. b. c. d.
140.
8
Interior gypsum plaster which is applied over metal lath shall be done in at least - - - coats.
d. 139.
6
Fire dampers are required to be installed at all the following duct penetrations, except through _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
138.
2 4
In a retail store, panic hardware on exits door is- - - - a. b. c. d.
not required required for occupant loads of 50 or more required for occupant loads of 100 or more required on all but the main exits doors
142.
When the average daily air temperature is 18 degrees during masonry construction, the masonry shall be maintained above freezing by approved methods for a least
a. b.
c. d. 143.
C.
d.
145.
1 in 12 2 in 12 2-1 / 2 in 12 3 in 12 when two layer of Type 15 felt underlayment are installed shingle fashion
Nails for asphalt roofing shall be long enough to penetrate into the sheeting _ _ __ inch( es) or thought the thickness of the sheeting, whichever is less. a. b.
1/2 3/4
c.
1
d.
1-1/4
Glazing adjacent to a door is considered to be hazardous _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
146.
12 24 48
Self-sealing asphalt shingles with double coverage may be installed on slopes as low as _ _ a. b.
144.
6
if it exceeds 9 square feet in area if such glazing is not laminated glass when any edge of the glazing is within 60" arc of the qoor and any position in the glass is greater than 24" above the walking surface when any exposed edge of the glazing is within 24" arc of the door when closed and the bottom edge of the glazing is less than 60" above the walking surface.
Unless otherwise approved by the Building Official, the minimum slope of roofs on which wood shakes may be installed is _ _ _ _ __ a. b.
3 in 12
c.
4 in 12
d.
5in12
3-1/2 in 12
147.
Given a Type Ill one-hour shoe manufacturing facility is required to have two-hour exterior wall construction, exterior walls penetrate concealed floor assemblies. What is the required fire-resistive rating for the exterior wall passing through the concealed spaces. a. b. c. d.
148.
149.
The maximum spacing of nails for attachment of exterior wire fabric lath to wood supports is inches on center. a.
5
b.
6
c.
7
d.
8
When a masonry chimney penetrates a combustible floor, the chimney shall not change in size or shape for inches above or below penetration.
a. b. c. d.
150.
One hour Two hours No rating required, fire stopping only No rating required, draft stopping only
4 6 8 10
No combustible material shall be placed within _____ inches of fireplace opening. a.
2
b. c.
6 12
d.
18
UBC BUILDING INSPECTOR TEST NO. 2 CLOSED BOOK
1.
Steel plates of exterior walls and floor framing of a single-family dwelling shall be feet on center. anchored with bolts having a maximum spacing of a. b. c. d.
2.
5.
only on the 2 outer feet of each end only on the 3 outer feet of each end only on the 4 outer feet of each end anywhere along it length
Windows in single-family dwelling sleeping rooms which are required for emergency escape or rescue shall have a minimum net area of square feet. a. b.
4.
5 6
In conventional light-frame construction , when is it necessary to notch 2" x 1O" x 12 feet long floor joists to provide spacer pipes or conduits, these notches may be made - - - a. b. c. d.
3.
3 4
3.4 5.5
c.
5.7
d.
6
Number 7 reinforcing bars in concrete cast against and permanently exposed to earth shall have a concrete cover of at least inches.
a.
2
b.
2-1/2
c.
3
d.
3-1/4
The maximum diameter of holes bored in wood floor joists shall be _ _ _ __ the depth of the depth of the joist.
a. b.
1/3 1/4
c.
1/5
d.
1/6
6.
Material installed to restrict air within open spaces of concealed areas of building components is defined as _ _ _ _ __ a. b c. d.
7.
The minimum under floor clearance from the bottom of untreated wood girders to exposed ground shall be inches. a. b.
c. d.
8.
b. c. d.
1 2
3 4
18x24 22 x 30 24 x 28 24 x 30
The mixing of mortar shall be for a period of a. b. c. d.
11 .
12 18 30
Where an attic access opening is required in a single-family dwelling, the minimum size of the opening shall be _ __ _ _ a. b. c. d.
10.
6
Every building used for human occupancy shall have at least _ _ _ _ _ exits.
a.
9.
draft stop fire block membrane stop fire penetration stop
~------~
not more than 3 minutes not less than 1O minutes not less than 3 minutes, no more than 1O minutes 15 to 20 minutes or until desired work ability is achieved.
In conventional light-frame construction when floor joists are supported on wood foundation plates, the joists shall a have a minimum bearing distance on each end of inches.
a. b.
c. d.
1/2
2 3 3 1/2
12.
When any room of a dwelling is finished and intended for use as habitable living space and the ceiling is firred down, the prescribed minimum ceiling height is required in of the area.
a. b.
c. d. 13.
Gypsum wall board used in single layer fire-rated assembly may have joints which are left untreated when the joists _ _ __ _ a. b. c. d.
14.
15.
16.
1/3 1/2 2/3 3/4
occur on the wood-framing members occur over noncombustible framing members are in a room that is protected by a automatic sprinkler system are offset by at least 24 inches with joists on the opposite face of the wall
In areas which are subject to decay damage, untreated fir plywood siding on the exterior of the building shall have a minimum clearance to the ground of - - -inches.
a.
2
b.
4
c.
6
d.
8
When rafter ties are required, they shall be spaced at a maximum of on center.
a.
2
b.
4
c.
6
d.
8
feet
Stumps and roots shall be removed from the area to be occupied by a building to a inches below the ground. minimum depth of
a.
6
b. c. d.
8 12 18
17.
When joists are toenailed to the seal, _____nails are required. a. b. c. d.
18
A room containing a water closet must be separated from a kitchen by a
a b. c. d. 19.
1
11
6 6 6' 8" 7' 7' 6"
In single-family dwellings in sleeping rooms, the minimum clear openable height of windows which are required for emergency exit, escape, or rescue shall be - - inches. a. b.
c. d. 22.
prohibited 20-minute rated 3/4-hour rated 1-hour rated
For a nonsloping ceiling, the minimum ceiling height of kitchens, halls, bathrooms, and toilet compartments in dwelling and apartment units is _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
21.
corridor vestibule tight-fitting door self-closing door
Windows between private garages and sleeping rooms shall be _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
20.
3-8d 4-8d 2-16d 3-16d
20 24 28 30
Grout mixed at the job site shall not be used more than _ _ __ after the initial mixing, water has been added to the dry ingredients. a. b.
c. d.
1 1/2 2 2-1/2
23.
Nails c;1nd screws used for fastening gypsum wall board to supports shall be spaced at least inch from the edges and ends of the wall board. a. b. c. d.
24.
A door installed between a private garage and the dwelling unit shall be at least
a b. c. d.
25.
c. d.
12 24 36 48
Which of the following types of construction are classified as noncombustible according to the Uniform Building Code? a. b. c. d.
27.
3/4-hour rated 1- hour rated 1-3/8 solid wood, self-closing 1-3/4 solid wood, self-closing
In a conventional wood-framed construction, in bearing and exterior walls and joists inches. and double top plates shall be offset at least a. b.
26.
1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4
Type I only Types I and II only Types I, II, and Ill Type I, II, Ill, and IV
Eight-foot nominal wood studs are used in the exterior frame wall if a two-story single-family residence, the exterior frame walls shall have fire-block installed a. b. c. d.
between floors only between the second story and attic space only between floors and the second story and attic space at mid-height of each story between floors and between the second story and the attic space
28.
Asphalt strip shingles which are 39 inches wide require ____ fasteners per each strip.
a. b.
c. d. 29.
Before work can recommenced on a project for which the build in~ permit has expired and the project has been abandoned for two years, _ _ _ __
A b. c. d. 30.
b. c. d.
20 24 28 30
The set of approved plans which is returned to the applicant during construction of the building shall be retained _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
32.
a partial fee must be paid a new permit must be secured the applicant must wait one year the original permit must be renewed
In single-family dwelling sleeping rooms, a minimum net clear opening width of a window which is required for emergency escape or rescue shall be - - - -inches.
a.
31.
2 3 4 6
by the owner by the builder on the job site by the architect or engineer of record
In a conventional light-frame construction, trimmer and header joists shall be doubled when the span of the header exceeds feet.
a. b
c. d.
3 4 6 8
33.
Utility grade studs may be used for wall framing provide _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
34
35.
36.
Exterior walls containing an unprotected opening in a single-family dwelling of Type VN-5N construction are required to be at least feet from the side property line.
a.
3
b.
4
c.
5
d.
8
In general, for other than private stairways within dwelling units or individual units of a Group R-1 occupancy, the maximum rise of every step is inches.
7
a. b.
7-1/2
c.
8
d.
8-1/2
When two exits are required, the maximum length of a dead-end corridor is
a. b. c. d. 37.
they are not spaced more than 24 inches on center they do not support more than a roof and ceiling the length does not exceed 10 feet in extetior walls the length does not exceed 10 feet in load-bearing walls
0 feet, dead-end corridor are not permitted 10 feet 20 feet 25 feet
Refer to Figure# 744 provided with this exam. Given the single-family dwelling in Figure# 744 has two bedrooms off a central corridor on the second story, the entire third floor loft is a sleeping area with direct access by the stairs to the sleeping area . There are no other sleeping areas within the dwelling. The minimum number of smoke detector required is _ _
a.
3
b.
4 5 6
c. d
38.
The minimum width of a stairway in a single-family dwelling shall be _ __ inches. a. b. c.
d. 39.
Normal Portland cement concrete Type I cement which is placed in the field shall be maintained above 50 degrees Fahrenheit and in a moist condition days unless accelerated curing is used. a. b. c. d.
40.
b. c. d.
7 14 28
75 150 250 350
In concrete construction, a small amount of rust or mill scale is - - - - a. b. c. d.
42.
3
In other than Groups E or H, Divisions 6 or? occupancy, the maximum travel distance in a sprinklered building from any point to an exterior exit door is feet.
a.
41 .
30 32 36 44
not acceptable acceptable only on reinforcing steel larger than #6 acceptable on any reinforcing steel provided it is oils acceptable on any metal reinforcement except prestressing tendons
Windows in single-family dwelling sleeping rooms which are required for emergency escape or rescue shall have a maximum finished seal height above the floor of - - - -- inches
a. b.
c. d.
36 40 44 48
43.
In a daycare building, the maximum spacing of intermediate rail and guardrail shall be less than inches. a.
b. c. d.
44.
Douglas or hem fir plaster columns which support permanent structures and are exposed to water splash shall be support on concrete piers or metal pedestals projecting at least inches above the concrete floor. a. b. c. d.
45.
4 6
a. b.
3/8 1/2
c.
5/8 3/4
In general, water closets in occupancies shall be provided with the minimum clear space of inches in front of the stool.
a. b. c. d.
47.
1 2
In general, the greatest riser height in any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than inch.
d. 46.
4 5 6 9
22 24 28 30
Foundation supporting wood-framing shall extend above the adjacent grade at least - - - inches. a. b. c. d.
4 6
8 12
48.
Which of the following is considered to be a habitable space? a b. c. d.
49.
A lot survey may be required for the following official to _ _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
50.
c. d.
1/2 the joist depth 1-1/2 3 4
Unless specifically approved, equipment constructed of ----.--- shall not be used to handle or put masonry grout. a. b. c. d.
53.
Living room Dining room Bedroom Kitchen
Unless tied together in a approved manner, floor joist framing from the opposite side of a wood stud partition shall be lapped a minimum of inches a. b.
52.
issue the Certificate of Occupancy settle disputes between neighboring property owners determine the required set back from adjacent structures verify that the structures is located in accordance with the approved plans
Which of the following dwelling unit habitable rooms may be provides with a artificial light as its only source of light. a. b. c. d.
51.
Kitchen Hallway Bathroom Laundry Room
steel copper plastic aluminum
Galvanized sheet metal flashing and counter flashing used for weather protection of opening shall have a minimum thickness of gauge.
a.
20
b.
22 26 28
c. d.
54.
Construction joint in concrete floors shall be located within the _____of spans of slabs, beams, and girders. a. b. c. d.
55.
56.
In other than dwelling units, the surface of the toilet room floors shall have a smooth hard nonabsorbent surface which extends upward onto the walls at least - - -- - inches
a.
3
b. c. d.
5
7
3 3-1/2
4 4-1/2
The minimum concrete cover of# 4 reinforcing bars when forms are used for exterior inches walls in contact with the ground is
a. b. c. d. 58.
6
The minimum thickness of unreinforced concrete floor slabs which are supported directly on the ground shall be inches.
a.. b. c. d. 57.
end third middle third end fourth middle fourth
1-1/2
2 2-1/ 3
2
In conventional light-frame construction, when 2" x 1O" nominal size floor joists spanning 12' is not 3' from the end support, the notch shall not exceed a depth of approximately inches, calculated allowable notch base on actual finished joist ·dimensions of 1-1/2 x 9-1/2 inches.
a.
1
b.
1-1/2 2 2-1/2
c. d.
59.
Wood shingles are limited to _ _ _ _ per individual shingles.
a. b. c. d. 60
In conventional light-frame construction, joist framing from opposite sides of a girder shall be lapped at least inches. a. b. c. d.
61 .
6'-6" 6'-6" 6'-10" 7'-0"
The minimum height of required exit doors is _ _ __ _ a. b. c. d.
64.
9 10-5/8 11 11-3/8
The minimum head room clearance of stairways, other than spiral stairways, is a. b. c. d.
63.
3 4 twice the joist depth 1/2 the joist depth or tied together
The run of interior stairways, other than private stairways, shall not be less than - - - inches. a. b. c. d.
62.
2 3 4 an unlimited number of nails
6'-0" 6'-8" 6'-10" 7'-0"
According to the Uniform Building Code, the thickness of initial bed joint for construction on a masonry wall on a concrete footing shall be inch. a. b. c. d.
a minimum of 1/2 a minimum of 1/4" and a maximum of 1 3/8" plus or minus an 1/8" for solid clay masonry units 3/8 plus or minus an 1/8 for hollow concrete masonry units
' 65.
In grouted masonry, grouting is generally required to be done in a continuous pour and lifts not exceeding feet. a. b.
c. d. 66.
Which of the following would require the need to install smoke detectors in an existing single-family dwelling? a. b. c. d.
67.
68.
69.
4 5 6 8
A 2,500 reroof job A $900 kitchen alteration A $1 ,200 bathroom alteration Residing the entire outside of the house with vinyl Siding
The end of hem-fir wood girder entering concrete wall shall be provide with a minimum of inch air space on the top and side ends.
a.
1/2
b. c. d.
1
1-1/2 2
Enclosed usable space under the first story of a Group R, Division I, building shall have the self-closing and tight-fitting solid wood door at least inches in thickness.
a. b.
1-1/4
c.
1-3/8
d.
1-3/4
1-1/8
In public toilet rooms, a hard nonabsorbent surface shall be provided on all warts within two feet of the water closet to a minimum height of feet.
a. b.
c. d.
3 4 5 6
70.
71
72.
Attic access opening need not be provided when the maximum vertical clear height of the access is less than inches.
30 36
d.
42
In a conventional wood-framed construction, ends of headers shall have a bearing inches. length of at least a. b.
1-1/2 2
c.
3
d.
4
The top of handrails shall be placed not less than _ _ __ inches, nor more than _ _ _ _ inches above the nosing of stairway threads. a. b.
c. d.
73.
30/34 32/36 34/36 34/38
Walls of a shower shall have a smooth hard nonabsorbent surface to a minimum inches above the drain inlet. height of
a. b.
c. d. 74.
24
a. b. c.
60 70 72 84
When depositing structural concrete, concrete that has partially hardened
a. b. c. d.
may be remixed may not be retempered twice shall not be redeposited in the structure may be used in structural slabs on grade
75.
Stairways serving an individual dwelling unit shall have handrails when they have - - - or more risers.
a.
2
b.
3
c.
4 5
d. 76.
At least one exterior door in every occupied building shall be capable of opening to provide a clear width of exit of at least inches.
a.
22
b.
30 32
c. d. 77.
In wood-framed construction, which of the following is required at opening between the attic space and chimney chase for factory-built chimneys. a. b. c. d.
78.
b. c. d.
3 4
5 6
Where handrails are required, the ends of handrails on a stairway must be returned or have round terminations on all uses and occupancies. a. b. c. d.
80.
Fire blocking Draft stopping Membrane penetration fire stopping No special protection is required
The maximum width of a single-leaf of a door is _____ inches.
a.
79.
36
Under all circumstances Except in Group R3 dwelling Except for handrails installed on private stairways Except for handrails installed on stairways having less than four risers
Holes bored in wood floor joist shall not be closer than _____ inch(es) to the top and bottom of the joist.
a.
c.
1/2 1 1-1/2
d.
2
b.
81.
Immediately before placing fresh concrete against previously placed hardened concrete, the surface of hardened concrete must be _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
82.
According to the Uniform Building Code requirement for masonry work, the joint inch. thickness between masonry units shall not be greater than a. b.
c. d.
83.
c. d.
85.
1/4 3/8 5/8 1
All openings in walls forming a three-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation shall be protection by a fire assembly having a fire protection rating of hour(s). a. b.
84.
dried wetted roughened coated with epoxy
1
1-1/2 2 3
In reinforced concrete masonry, mortar may project into the grout spaces a maximum of inch. a. b.
1/4 1/2
c. d.
3/4
1
Who shall be notified when a project is ready for inspection? a. b. c. d.
Owner The contractor Building Official The architect or engineer of record
86.
A masonry wall exposed to weather and reinforcing bars, except joint reinforcement, shall be completely embedded in mortar, grout, and protected by a minimum cover including the masonry unit of inches a. b.
3/4 1-1/2
c.
2 3
d. 87.
The minimum under floor clearance from the bottom of untreated joists to the ground is inches.
a.
6
b.
12 18 24
c. d. 88.
Plywood which is used as an exterior wall covering shall have a minimum thickness of inch. a. b. c. d.
89.
3/8 1/2
In general, the minimum tread run for stairways in a single-family dwelling with an occupant load of less than 10 shall be inches. a.
b.
c. d. 90.
1/8 1/4
8 9 10 11
In determining the minimum height of a residential masonry chimney above a roof, the top flue liner shall extend at least inches above any part of the roof within 10 feet of the chimney.
a. b. c. d.
12 18 24 36
91.
At the conclusion of the inspection responsibilities, a special inspector shall submit a final report to _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
92.
Foundation plates or seals shall be bolted to concrete or masonry foundation walls with bolts embedded at least inches into the concrete masonry. a. b. c.
d. 93.
2 4 6 12
The minimum clearance of combustible materials from masonry fireplace walls shall be inches. a. b.
c. d. 95.
5 6 7 10
An eight-inch-wide wood fireplace mantel may be adjacent to a fireplace opening if it is located at least inches from the opening. a. b. c. d.
94.
the owner Building Official engineer or architect of record Engineer or architect of record, the Building Official, and the designated .Persons
1 2 3 4
In general, footing and fot,Jndations for bearing walls shall extend a. b. c. d.
below the frost line 12" above grade 12" below grade 18" below undisturbed ground or surface
----
96.
97.
When a masonry fireplace opening has dimensions of 42" x i4", the hearth extension shall extend at least inches in front of the opening .
a.
16
b. c. d.
20
The Uniform Building Code rates types of construction in accordance with buildings. a. b. c. d.
98.
6 12
18 30
A restaurant with an occupant load of 65 is classified as a Group _ _ __ occupancy.
a. b.
100.
Floor area Intended use Occupant load Fire-resistive capability
A required parapet 30" in height may have a combustible face extending _ _ __ inches up from its base. a. b. c. d.
99.
24 28
A-2.1 A-3
c.
E
d.
M
In general, the minimum ceiling height of habitable rooms except a kitchen in dwelling units is - - - - -
a. b.
c. d.
6'-8" 7'-0" 7'-6" 8'-0"
OPEN BOOK
101 .
Given a core room wall is required to be protected with one-hour fire-restrictive construction, a fixed opening is located with a 24-inch arc of the door in the wall. The glazing shall be _ _ __ _ _ _ a. b. c. d.
102.
103.
Wood boards siding which are installed horizontally shall be fastened at a maximum - - - inches on center. a.
8
b. c. d.
16 24 32
All building foundations shall be level or stepped with the slope of the ground surface is steeper than _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
104.
1in5 1in8 1 in 10 1 in 12
Which of the following is not classified as a Group M occupancy. a. b. c. d.
105.
3/4-hour tested, assembly only safety glazing installed in all four-edge frame 1/4-inch thick-wired glass install in a steel frame 314-hour safety glazed assembly
Drugstore Shopping center Factory outlet Automobile showroom
Masonry and stone veneer on wood-framed construction which does not exceed five inches in thickness must be anchored to which of the following. a. b. c. d.
3" x 3", 2" x 6", 2" x 4", 2" x 2",
spaced spaced spaced spaced
24" on center 24" on center 24" on center 12" on center
106.
For a stairway in a six-story building under construction, a standpipe shall be provided when the progress of construction is not more than _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
107.
The Building Code defines a grout lift as _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
108.
a.
12 15 16 18
The maximum allowable travel distance to an exit which may be permitted in an unsprinklered office building when the last 100' are with a one-hour fire-resistant feet. corridor is a. b. c. d.
110.
the grout space the horizontal grouted element an increment of grout height the outer portion of the hollow masonry unit used
When a specific design is not provided, the minimum width of a footing required for a stud bearing wall which support two floors is inches. b. c. d.
109.
35 feet 50 feet two stories three stories in height above the lowest level of the fire department access
150 200 250 300
In a building with a retail store in the front and the store owner's residence in the back, the wall between the store and the residence shall be at the minimum a. b. c. d.
non rated a one-hour occupancy separation one-hour-rated from the store side only one-hour-rated from the residence side only
111 . Smoke and heat vents shall provide an effective venting area, with no dimension of less than feet excluding ribs or gutters.
a.
2
b.
3 4 6
c. d. 112.
Textile wall coverings which have not been tested in accordance with the Uniform Building Code standard # A-2 shall _ _ _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
113.
The smoke control system with an atrium shall operate automatically upon actuation of the - - - - a. b. c. d.
114.
mechanical exhaust system mechanical system duct detectors automatic sprinkler system within the atrium automatic fire alarm system
Area approved plastic materials which are a part of a light diffusing system in nonsprinklered building shall not exceed 30 percent of the aggregate area of the ceiling when they are used in _ __ a. b. c. d.
115.
have a Class I flame-spread be protected by automatic sprinklers have a Class I flame-spread and protected by automatic sprinklers not be used within a Group A occupancy
Skylights required means of egress rated floor-ceiling systems fuel dispensing island canopies
Structural members supporting a four-hour horizontal occupancy separation shall be protected by hour(s) fire-resistive construction.
a. b. c.
3/4 1 2
d.
4
116.
What is the maximum spacing in the field of 6d wall board nails for installation of a 5/8" type x gypsum board in a one-hour fire-resistive wall assembly when the wood framing is space at 24" on center.
a. b. c. d. 117.
Protection of the usable space under the first floor is not required in building use for
a. b. c. d. 118.
one layer of Type 15 one layer of Type 30 two layers of Type 15 two layers of Type 30
An exterior wall of cinder concrete masonry units having an equivalent thickness of 4" has a maximum hour(s) fire-resistive rating . a.
b.
c. d. 120.
two-family dwelling home appliance warehouse production of body building equipment display and sale of noncombustible merchandise
What is the minimum underlayment which is required for installation of wood shakes, regardless of the climate zone. a. b. c. d.
119.
4" 7" 8" 12"
1 2 3 4
Automatic closing devices shall be provided for protection of opening on fire assemblies which are required to have a hour( s) fire-resistive rating. a.
b.
c. d.
1 2 3 4
121.
When not following an approved manufacturer's instructions and assuming that the correct type of asphalt is used, the maximum slope for a gravel-surface built-up roof is a. b. c. d.
122.
An exterior wall of lightweight reinforced concrete 3.6" thick would have a fire-resistive rating of hour(s).
a.
123.
b.
1 2
c. d.
4
approved by the architect the initial framing is erected the roof decking is installed weather protection is provided
All openings in a two-hour fire-resistive area separation wall shall be protection by a fire assembly having a minimum of hour(s) fire-protection rating.
a. b.
c. d.
125.
3
Gypsum wall board is permitted to be installed when _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
124.
1/2 in 12 1 in 12 2 in 12 3 in 12
3/4 1
1-1/2 2
The minimum clear height above and below mezzanine floor construction shall be
a. b.
c. d.
6'-8" 7' 7'-6" 8'
126.
Asphalt shingle roofing applied in a severe climate to a roof sloped at 3 in 12 requires what type of underlayment. a. b. c. d.
127.
1 2 3 4
Water-resistive gypsum board shall not be used in which of the following locations: a. b. c. d.
130.
dancing and dining dining by more than 30 occupants the consumption of alcoholic beverages food preparation within the dining area
When spring hinges are used for door closing purposes on an BO"high door where protected openings are required such as between a garage and a dwelling, the door spring hinges. required at least a. b. c. d.
129.
one ply of Type 15 felt two plies of Type 15 felt one-ply of Type 30 felt two plies of Type 30 felt
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in rooms used for _ _ _ __ when the floor area of such rooms exceeds 5,000 square feet. a. b. c. d.
128.
Not less than Not less than Not less than Not less than
In any shower wall Over walls without a vapor retarder In areas subject to continuos high humidity Over ceiling framing not exceeding 12" on center
Fiber board wall sheeting shall be installed with nails or staples spaced on the edges at a maximum of inches on center.
a.
3
b.
4
c.
5
d.
6
131.
A building used for the production of alcoholic beverages shall be classified as a _ _ _ occupancy. a. b. c. d.
132.
b.
36
d.
42
Plastic veneer attached to an exterior wall is limited to _ _ __ feet in height above grade.
1 25 30 50
A medical office storage enclosures for nonflammable supply cylinders used for medical gas systems shall be separated from the rest of the building by not less than _ _ _ hour(s) fire-resistive. a. b.
135.
24 30
c.
a. b. c. d. 134.
B F, Division 1 H, Division 2 H, Division 3
When required, approved exterior vertical flame barriers to limit vertical fire spread inches high measured vertically at exterior walls shall be a minimum of above the top of the lowest openings.
a.
133.
Group Group Group Group
1 2
c.
3
d.
4
Given a 1/2" thick gypsum wall board is used for ceiling panels, the wall board is fastened with nails and then adhesive. The maximum allowable spacing for nails inches on center. used in the field of this wall board is
a. b.
7 8
c.
16
d.
24
136.
In a wood-frame roof construction where a rafter is cut and terminates at a header, the header shall be doubled when the span if the header exceeds _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
137.
a.
1 2
c.
3 4
Basement apartments shall have a minimum of two exits when the calculated occupant load exceeds _ _ _ __
7 8
9 10
The depth of footing above reinforcement on piles shall be a minimum of ---inches.
a.
6
b.
12 18 24
c. d.
141.
smoke barriers area separation walls horizontal exits walls occupant separation walls
b.
a. b. c. d.
140.
8
Interior gypsum plaster which is applied over metal lath shall be done in at least - - - coats.
d. 139.
6
Fire dampers are required to be installed at all the following duct penetrations, except through _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
138.
2 4
In a retail store, panic hardware on exits door is- - - - a. b. c. d.
not required required for occupant loads of 50 or more required for occupant loads of 100 or more required on all but the main exits doors
142.
When the average daily air temperature is 18 degrees during masonry construction, the masonry shall be maintained above freezing by approved methods for a least
a. b.
c. d. 143.
C.
d.
145.
1 in 12 2 in 12 2-1 / 2 in 12 3 in 12 when two layer of Type 15 felt underlayment are installed shingle fashion
Nails for asphalt roofing shall be long enough to penetrate into the sheeting _ _ __ inch( es) or thought the thickness of the sheeting, whichever is less. a. b.
1/2 3/4
c.
1
d.
1-1/4
Glazing adjacent to a door is considered to be hazardous _ _ __ a. b. c. d.
146.
12 24 48
Self-sealing asphalt shingles with double coverage may be installed on slopes as low as _ _ a. b.
144.
6
if it exceeds 9 square feet in area if such glazing is not laminated glass when any edge of the glazing is within 60" arc of the qoor and any position in the glass is greater than 24" above the walking surface when any exposed edge of the glazing is within 24" arc of the door when closed and the bottom edge of the glazing is less than 60" above the walking surface.
Unless otherwise approved by the Building Official, the minimum slope of roofs on which wood shakes may be installed is _ _ _ _ __ a. b.
3 in 12
c.
4 in 12
d.
5in12
3-1/2 in 12
147.
Given a Type Ill one-hour shoe manufacturing facility is required to have two-hour exterior wall construction, exterior walls penetrate concealed floor assemblies. What is the required fire-resistive rating for the exterior wall passing through the concealed spaces. a. b. c. d.
148.
149.
The maximum spacing of nails for attachment of exterior wire fabric lath to wood supports is inches on center. a.
5
b.
6
c.
7
d.
8
When a masonry chimney penetrates a combustible floor, the chimney shall not change in size or shape for inches above or below penetration.
a. b. c. d.
150.
One hour Two hours No rating required, fire stopping only No rating required, draft stopping only
4 6 8 10
No combustible material shall be placed within _____ inches of fireplace opening. a.
2
b. c.
6 12
d.
18
