2024 VA HIC License Exam Prep

2024 VA HIC License Exam Prep Protruding objects may not protrude more than ___ inches into the path of travel. - ANS 4" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 15 In new buildings, thresholds at doorways should be no higher than ______. - ANS 1/2" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 30 In a Type A unit, if measuring to the highest part of the rim or highest part of the counter, what is the maximum height of the sink front above the floor? - ANS 34" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 149 The height of handrails shall be ____ minimum and ____ maximum vertically above stair nosings, ramp and walking surfaces. - ANS 34" minimum, 38" maximum ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 62 A hallway more than 24 inches long must have a clear width of ____. - ANS 36" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 19 Enter and proceed" is presented as a _____ on the raised touchable surface on a function key." - ANS Circle ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 107 Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require: - ANS Tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 18 In existing buildings and facilities, the clear width of a walking surface shall be permitted to be reduced to ____ minimum for a length of 24 inches maximum. - ANS 32 inches ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 19 The clear width of an exterior accessible route located within seating areas shall be ___ minimum. - ANS 36 inches ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 19 The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than: - ANS 1:20 ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 19 What components shall not be part of an accessible route? - ANS Revolving doors & Turnstiles ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 19 The maximum height of existing elevator call buttons shall be permitted to be located ___ above the floor. - ANS 54" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 40 The maximum knee clearance shall be permitted to extend ____ under an element that is 9" above the floor. - ANS 25" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 13 The brightness of the elevator car landing sill, threshold, platform and controls are to be no less than _____ foot candles. - ANS 5 ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 51 What is the least diameter of grab bars with circular cross sections? - ANS 1-1/4" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 87 All hardware such as handles, locks, or any other operable parts shall be ____ minimum above the floor. - ANS 34" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 32 In new construction, what is the maximum slope of a ramp? - ANS 0.05 ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 33 In existing buildings and facilities, the turning space shall be a circular space with a ___ minimum diameter. - ANS 60-inch ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 10 What is the minimum diameter of a circular turnaround area in a new building? - ANS 60" ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 10 Doorways shall have a clear opening width of 32 inches minimum. Projections into the clear opening width between 34 inches and 80 inches above the floor shall not exceed: - ANS 4 inches ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2017 Page 25 What is the first step to placing a bifold door? - ANS Install the top track first Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 616 Glulams are sometimes manufactured with a slight upward curve known as ____? - ANS Camber Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 361 When using a splash block to direct water from a down spout, how long should it be to carry away water from the foundation? - ANS 3' Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 653 How many bundles are usually in a square of 3-tab shingles? - ANS 3 Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 637 What would be mixed into a concrete mixture to control the wear resistance and stability of concrete? - ANS Water Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 223 What is the typical height of a regular base kitchen cabinet? - ANS 34-1/2" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 784 A roll roofing strip should have at least how many inches overlapping at the eave? - ANS 1/4" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 629 Of the species commonly used in house construction, the heartwood of bald cypress, redwood, and various cedars is highest in _______ resistance. - ANS Decay Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 329 Before concrete is placed, what is commonly used to secure the sides of foundation wall forms to prevent spreading? - ANS Snap ties Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 265 On a blueprint, what do lines that end with arrows represent? - ANS Dimension lines Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 45 Which of the following is not a required material when mixing a concrete batch? - ANS Calcium chloride Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 218 What should be placed with every second course when you are building a stack bond pattern block wall? - ANS Joint reinforcement Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 276-277 What do air-entraining admixtures improve within a concrete mixture? - ANS Workability Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 221 What type of mortar is recommended for masonry below grade? - ANS M Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 694 House wraps do which of the following? - ANS Allow water vapor to pass through Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 661 Which type of mortar has average strength for most general masonry work above grade? - ANS Type N Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 278 Simple slope or benched slope excavations deeper than ___' must be designed by a registered engineer. - ANS 20 Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 82 What is the term for the board that is nailed to the ends of rafter tails? - ANS Fascia Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 552 Stair headroom is measured from the ceiling directly above which point? - ANS Edge of nosing Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 730 Anchor bolts should be spaced no more than __' apart and no more than __" from the ends of any plate section or wall corner. Each bolt must extend at least __" into the concrete. - ANS 6, 12, 7 Carpentry and Building Construction - Pages 268-269 What are used to provide special textures or patterns on concrete surfaces? - ANS Form liners Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 67 When placing a floor slab, what is the maximum permissible variation in the placement of stirrups? - ANS +/- 1" Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 101 According to ASTM C94/C94M, how long after the initial introduction of the mixing water to the cement and aggregates must the discharge of the concrete be completed? - ANS 1 ½ hours Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 24 Unless special conditions are involved, what is the maximum delivery time for ready mixed concrete? - ANS 90 minutes Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 38 What is the minimum length between lap splices on reinforcing steel? - ANS 12" Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 105 What is an effect of diluting cement paste? - ANS Increases cement paste porosity Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 17 What is a prominent characteristic of air-entrained concrete? - ANS Increased workability Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 20 What are the two types of foundations? - ANS Shallow bearing and deep Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 45 What device is used by form watchers to check elevation, camber, and plumb of concrete forms? - ANS Tell tales Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 76 A #5 bar has three specific characteristics. Which of the following is NOT one of them? - ANS 0.20 in.² area Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 94 How does a higher water to cementitious materal affect concrete? - ANS Decreases durability Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 17 What does the main reinforcement wall footing perpendicular to the length of the wall provide? - ANS Bending strength Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 47 In pounds per cubic feet, how much does concrete weigh? - ANS 150 Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 70 Which aggregate is recommended when pumping concrete? - ANS Rounded Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 176 What type of foundation is uneconomical when the allowable bearing capacity of the soil is very low to great depths? - ANS Pile Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 48 Which of the following is not a reason to use an admixture? - ANS Increase permeability Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 19 What is directly affected by the surface and subsurface conditions of the building site? - ANS Foundation Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 43 Which of the following characteristics do control tests NOT measure? - ANS Lateral pressure Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 10 When depositing concrete from a mixer truck, what additional ingredient do most specifications limit? - ANS Water Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 174 On concrete forms, what is reduced when you pour concrete slower or reduce your rate per hour? - ANS Lateral Pressure Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 74 When setting the compound miter saw to cut crown moldings what is the Miter and Bevel for a 45-degree type of crown molding (Top of crown and bottom of crown)? - ANS Miter angle 35.3 degree (right), 30-degree bevel tilt & Miter angle 35.3-degree (left), 30-degree bevel tilt Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 86 What part doesn't make up the basic stair assembly? - ANS Open Skirt Board Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 152 What is the recommended Underlayment for Plank flooring without tongue and groove? - ANS 11/8" T&G plywood Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 135 The hinge size on a door with a width of 1 3/8" - 1 7/8" thick is ____. - ANS 4 ½" Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 41 For interior doors the 'rule of thumb' for rough opening height should be __ greater than the window height? - ANS 3/8" Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 34 The best species of wood flooring to accommodate resistance to wear, shrinking and swelling, splitting, and provides a smooth surface is ______. - ANS Southern Yellow Pine Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 133 When installing molding around a fireplace any combustible material should be a minimum of __ inches from the fireplace opening. - ANS 12" Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 125 MDF Sheetrock is an increasingly common substitute for solid wood, however it is not a good choice for____? - ANS Installation in bathrooms or showers Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 27 Door Trim in the United State consists of three basic styles except __. - ANS The butted head and plinth Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 54-55 The rough opening size on a passage door is size plus ___ ___. - ANS 2" for height and 2" for width Finish Carpenter's Manual - Page 40 ____ type joint compound will set quick enough to allow for same day finishing. - ANS Powder setting Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 49 When framing a ceiling using metal furring members, what is the maximum span for a single layer panel in 1-span using 25 ga. metal furring channels spaced at 16" o.c.? - ANS 5'9" Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 82 What is a major factor that affects the installation end result of a gypsum board project? - ANS Poor workmanship Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 350 The maximum spacing for nails in wood frame construction for the application of drywall on walls is ___ inches. - ANS 8" inches for nails Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 109 A minimum temperature of ___ should be maintained during gypsum board application. - ANS 50°F Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 103 Standard gypsum wall board should not be used in areas exposed to ___. - ANS Moisture-prone areas Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 3 When you attach 5/8" drywall to wood studs you would use a screw no shorter than _____. - ANS 1-1/4" Type W bugle head Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 39 Which exterior gypsum ceiling board is a weather resistant board designed for use on residential exterior applications with indirect exposure to weather? - ANS USG Sheetrock Brand Exterior Gypsum Ceiling Board Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 8 What is the maximum spacing of framing when using 5/8" thick gypsum board for exterior eave soffits? - ANS 24" o.c. Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 140 Gypsum products should be stored ___ in a shed or outbuilding. - ANS Stacked flat Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 102 What is the maximum spacing of supports for 5/8" gypsum wallboard, installed perpendicular to the supports on the ceiling framing? - ANS 24" Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 73 The exterior corners of sheetrock are protected by a ___. - ANS Corner bead Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 165 What drywall screw should a contractor use for 22-gauge steel studs? - ANS 3/8" Type S pan head Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 38 You should keep the drywall screws ___ from the edges when installing sheetrock. - ANS 3/8" Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 108 Which lightweight, low-cost, utility gypsum panel, is used as a base layer for improving sound control? - ANS 1/4" Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 5 With a furred ceiling, the metal furring channels should be fastened to the bar joists no more than 24" in middle and at right angles to the ____. - ANS Bar joists Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 81 The shortest screw that can be used to install a 5/8" gypsum panel to wood studs is ___. - ANS 1-1/4" Type W bugle head Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 39 To place a resilient channel either a ___ or ___ screw can be used. - ANS 1-1/4" Type W bugle head; 1-1/4" Type S bugle head Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 39 Which type of gypsum panel exceeds the ASTM requirements for Type X gypsum board? - ANS Firecode C Core Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 6 Cover fasteners with multiple thin layers of ____, creating a graduated arc over the fasteners. - ANS Joint compound Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 175 Which is incorrect regarding Airkrete? - ANS A 2X4 framed wall filled with Air Krete insulation passes a 3 hour firestopping test. Insulation Handbook - Page 193 What percentage of moisture that enters the structural cavity comes from air leakage? - ANS 0.9 Insulation Handbook - Page 37 What is it called when insulation is installed to a minimum thickness but not to the minimum weight requirements? - ANS Fluffing Insulation Handbook - Page 79 Which of the following is not another term for an SIP? - ANS Insulating Concrete Forms Insulation Handbook - Page 293 What considerations must be taken when using spray application machine to apply wet spray cellulose? - ANS All of the above. Insulation Handbook - Page 164-165 How must insulation be applied into sidewall cavities? - ANS By pneumatic means. Insulation Handbook - Page 91 Which is not a typical length of batt insulation? - ANS 60" Insulation Handbook - Page 120 Which is incorrect about ceramic coatings? - ANS Depending on color selection, R-values range from R-24 to R-38. Insulation Handbook - Page 287 Which is incorrect regarding vapor retarders? - ANS They stop moisture flow completely. Insulation Handbook - Page 33 Thermal comfort is when the environment surrounding an individual is in a state of ___ : - ANS Equilibrium Insulation Handbook - Page 14 What is the R-value of untreated vermiculite? - ANS 2.3 per inch Insulation Handbook - Page 111 Which type of floors should insulation be installed? - ANS Floors in heated rooms located over unheated areas Insulation Handbook - Page 57 What is the minimum number of bags that would be required for a 2000 SF home to achieve an insulation resistance of R-19. - ANS 37 Insulation Handbook - Page 162 When the air is considered saturated, how much relative humidity would be present? - ANS 1 Insulation Handbook - Page 34 Where would mandated specifications for ventilation guidelines be located? - ANS In locally adopted building codes Insulation Handbook - Page 95 Dense-packing refers to: - ANS A blow-in method of installing cellulose Insulation Handbook - Page 82-83 What density is generally recommended for cellulose insulation in walls? - ANS 3.0 lb/ft3 Insulation Handbook - Page 91 What measures thermal transmittance? - ANS U-Value Insulation Handbook - Page 23 When insulating crawl space, how much extra wall insulation should be installed to extend along the crawl space floor? - ANS 2 ft. Insulation Handbook - Page 143 What does the term BTU stand for? - ANS British Thermal Unit Insulation Handbook - Page 24 Where primary power is interrupted, where must a smoke alarm draw its primary power? - ANS Battery IRC 2018 - Page 76 What is the center-to-center spacing of metal veneer ties around the perimeter of a wall opening measuring 36" H x 48" W? - ANS 36 inches IRC 2018 - Page 376 What is minimum specified compressive strength of concrete basement walls, foundations, and other concrete not exposed to the weather with moderate weathering potential? - ANS 2500 IRC 2018 - Page 90 In what section of the span of a floor joist is it permitted to cut a notch? - ANS The outer third of the span when less than one-sixth the depth of the joist IRC 2018 - Page 141 A comparative measure, expressed as a dimensionless number, derived from visual measurements of the spread of flame versus time for a material tested in accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723 is: - ANS FLAME SPREAD INDEX IRC 2018 - Page 17 What is the presumed load bearing value in pounds per square foot of silty sand? - ANS 2000 IRC 2018 - Page 89 Floor cantilevers in cold-formed steel framing shall not exceed inches. - ANS 24 IRC 2018 - Page 156 The IRC defines a concrete masonry unit as a building unit or block larger in size than inches by 4 inches by 4 inches made of cement and suitable aggregates. - ANS 12 IRC 2018 - Page 20-21 The rough-framed opening for attic access may not be less than inches and shall be located in a hallway or other readily accessible location. - ANS 22X30 IRC 2018 - Page 429 A floor or landing is not required at the top of an interior flight of stairs, provided a door . - ANS does not swing over the stairs IRC 2018 - Page 72 What is the minimum wall thickness in inches for a plain masonry foundation wall with a height of 6 feet with a unbalanced backfill height of 5 feet constructed in sandy gravel soil? - ANS 6 solid or 8 IRC 2018 - Page 112 What is the maximum stud spacing for nominal panel thickness of 7/16 inch wood structural panel wall sheathing used to resist wind pressures? - ANS 24 IRC 2018 - Page 180 What is the minimum thickness of metal flashing? - ANS 0.019" IRC 2018 - Page 437 Wood joists exceeding a nominal must be supported laterally by solid blocking, diagonal bridging (wood or metal), or a continuous 1- inch-by-3-inch strip nailed across the bottom of joists perpendicular to joists at intervals not exceeding 8 feet. Exceptions ignored. - ANS 2 x 12 IRC 2018 - Page 141 Portions of basements that do not contain habitable space or hallways shall have a ceiling height of not less than: - ANS 6 feet, 8 inches IRC 2018 - Page 65 What is the slope allowance for the bottom of a footing? - ANS 1 in 10 IRC 2018 - Page 99 What is the minimum wall thickness in inches for a plain masonry foundation wall with a height of 7 feet with a unbalanced backfill height of 7 feet constructed in soil classification GW? - ANS 12 IRC 2018 - Page 112 Where would a certificate NOT be displayed to indicate the R-values of the dwelling? - ANS Inside of the garage door IRC 2018 - Page 478 What is minimum uniformly distributed live loads for sleeping rooms? - ANS 30 pounds per square foot IRC 2018 - Page 56 The minimum width and depth for concrete and masonry footings for a 3 story plus basement 8-inch solid or fully grouted masonry construction dwelling where the soil load bearing value is 1500 psf is inches. The snow load or live roof load is 30 psf. - ANS 44 x 17 IRC 2018 - Page 94 What is the primary aggregate used in mortar? - ANS Sand Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 188 As a general rule when estimating, 5% of allowance is added for bricks and ______ for mortar. - ANS 10 - 25% Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 105 When abrasive blasting brick, how many pounds of pressure is suggested? - ANS 60 - 100 psf Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 254 ASTM C94 requires that concrete must be delivered and discharged from a truck mixer within ___ hours after the water has been added to the mix. - ANS 1 ½ Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 393 Curing is the process of controlling: - ANS Moisture Loss Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 200 On sills, what type of stone is best to protect against dampness? - ANS Limestone Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 181 Loadbearing tile and nonloadbearing tile are examples of: - ANS Structural clay tile Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 134 In cold weather, what should the curing temperature of normal concrete be for five days? - ANS 50° F Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 440 ______ are used in residential veneer construction to anchor the veneer to frame or masonry backing. - ANS Galvanized steel ties Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 262 What is the purpose of retempering mortar? - ANS To restore the workability of the mortar. Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 190 Which bond tends to be the weakest? - ANS Stacked Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 130 What is used in brick masonry to fill cells of hollow units or spaces between wythes of solid unit masonry? - ANS Grout Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 196 When constructing a block wall, how many courses high is the lead corner usually laid? - ANS 4 to 5 courses Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 270 Which of the following is not a part of a masonry arch? - ANS Radius Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 353 Which specific type of mortar must be used in hurricane winds? - ANS Type M Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 192 Welded wire reinforcement should be lapped at least one full stay spacing plus ____. - ANS 2" Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 396 Which of the following is not a type of masonry mortar? - ANS Type P Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 153 If you have 12 cubic yards of sand, at least how many cubic yards of cement would you need? - ANS 2 cubic yards Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 302 What is the preferred type of CMU for reinforced concrete walls? - ANS Two-core block Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 262 FTX and FTS are types of: - ANS Unglazed facing tile Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 137 Higher molecular weight synthetic resins are generally referred to as ____. - ANS Polymers PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 9 Which joint compound is used for the second and third coats in the drywall finishing process? - ANS Topping compound PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 294 What does a litmus test determine when evaluating plaster for surface preparation? - ANS Alkalinity PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 83 Which type of primers are unique in providing galvanic protection to steel? - ANS Zinc-rich coatings PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 31 When dealing with drywall, which problem occurs when drying time for joint compound is prolonged by cold, damp, or humid conditions? - ANS Excessive shrinkage PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 303 What is the purpose of a solvent? - ANS To dissolve or suspend solid paint constituents and to reduce viscosity PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 10 Which type of additive can adjust coating properties such as film build, sag control, flow, and leveling? - ANS Thixotropes PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 17 Material hazards associated with paint materials include ___. - ANS Toxicity, fire, and explosion PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 194 Before painting drywall, a skim coat of _____ is recommended before priming to assure a smooth, even finish and conceal joints & fasteners. - ANS Joint compound PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 301 What are OSHA's requirements for workers who face fall hazards on the job? - ANS Training to recognize and minimize hazards, how to use and maintain safety systems PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 188 Epoxies, catalyzed urethanes, and other alkali-resistant coatings are most often used to paint which surface? - ANS Concrete PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 246 According to ASTM, what does the Plastic Sheet method test for in concrete? - ANS Moisture PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 55 What are the most common coatings applied to wood? - ANS Oil based & acrylic latex PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 245 Which attributes make up the Munsell System? - ANS Hue, value, chroma PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 231 The room temperature of the work area should be at least _____ while drywall is being hung without adhesive? - ANS 40 F PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 302 Protective coatings perform what function? - ANS Preserve the structural integrity PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 7 Before wallcovering is hung on a new, unpainted drywall, it should be primed with ______. - ANS Latex or acrylic PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 301 What color has the highest light reflectance value? - ANS White PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 227 What is one OSHA load requirement for ladders? - ANS Four times their maximum intended load PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 164 What is the ratio of portland cement to sand when repairing poured concrete? - ANS 1:3 PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 40 The bottom of a siding or soffit panel, or accessory piece, opposite the nail hem, which locks onto the preceding panel is called the: - ANS buttlock Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 1 Where installing a soffit on an open rafter, a soffit panel is to be cut to fit into the slots of the F-channel. How much should be allowed per side for expansion? - ANS 1/4" Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 9 Corrosion resistant, self-tapping type, _______ truss head or pan head length sufficient to penetrate wall thickness of steel stud or 3⁄4 in. into framing or furring should be used with rigid PVC siding. - ANS No. 8 Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 3 Changes in temperature cause vinyl siding and accessories to expand and contract as much as _______ over a 12 foot length. - ANS 1/2" Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 4 When installing inside and outside corner posts for vertical siding, leave a _______ gap between the top of the corner post and soffits or eaves. - ANS 1/4" Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 7 Do not store vinyl siding material in any location or in any manner where the temperature of the siding, soffit or accessories is likely to exceed: - ANS 130 F Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 2 Which of the following is a flat material used on the face of the house, applied between the studs and the siding (or over existing wall surface) to provide an even surface for the installation of the vinyl siding? - ANS backerboard Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 1 When installing fascia, measure the cover required, cut the fascia the proper width, and punch snaplock "ears" every _______along the top of the fascia using a snaplock punch. - ANS 6" Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 10 If installing siding during weather colder than 40°F, increase the minimum clearance to _______ in. between the ends of panels and trim and any receiver such as J-channels and corner poststo allow for additional expansion during warmer weather. - ANS 3/8 in. Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 3 When applied, vinyl siding products must be attached "loosely," leaving approximately a _______ inch space between the vinyl and the fastener head or crown to permit thermal movement. - ANS 1/32 inch Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 4 What color markings would indicate the location of underground Gas lines? - ANS High Visibility Safety Yellow CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 10 What is the requirement for digging or excavating within 2 feet of a marked underground utility line? - ANS All the above CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 10 When may a protective system be eliminated in a trench that is less than five feet in depth? - ANS When an examination of the ground by a competent person is performed CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 103 What is the greatest opening that may be cut in a floor for the disposal of materials? - ANS 25 percent of the aggregate of the total floor area CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 107 What is the support requirement for a retaining wall against which debris will be piled? - ANS They shall not be used unless capable of safely supporting the imposed load CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 108 What are the responsibilities of the qualified person related to employees working in a confined space? - ANS Test the confined space immediately prior to entry CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 12 When constructing an underground tunnel, what procedure is an employer required to do regarding employee entering and leaving? - ANS Maintain a check-in/check-out procedure to ensure head count CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 13 & 14 What are the requirements regarding portable drinking water containers? - ANS All the above CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 16 How many toilets and handwashing facilities are required for 20 employees? - ANS One toilet and one handwashing facility CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 17 How many ladders would be required as a means of exit from a trench that is more than 4 feet in depth and is 100 feet long? - ANS 3 CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 18 How far back from the edge of a trench must materials be kept? - ANS 2 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 19 What is required for a walkway that is more than six feet above a lower level? - ANS Guardrails CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 20 How often and by whom must an inspection of an excavation be performed? - ANS Daily, competent person CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 20 A protective system for a trench that is less than five feet in depth is not required to have a protective system if an inspection is made by whom? - ANS Competent person CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 20 What is the maximum depth that material may be made excavated below the bottom members of a trench? - ANS 2 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 22 The basis of soil classification shall be made based on the results of ___. - ANS The results of at least one visual and at least one manual test CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 24 A method of categorizing soil and rock deposits in decreasing order of stability is known as a ____. - ANS Soil classification system CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 24 There are ___ soil categories based on an analysis of the properties and performance characteristics of the deposits and the environmental conditions of exposure. - ANS Four CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 24 The definition of Type A soil would be _____. - ANS Cohesive soils with an unconfined compressive strength of 1.5 ton per square foot CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 24 To determine the cohesiveness of soil prior to excavation you would perform a ____. - ANS Plasticity Manual Soil Test CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 25 What test may be used to give an estimate of unconfined compressive strength of soil? - ANS Thumb penetration CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 25 The slope to which an excavation face is excavated is known as ____. - ANS An actual slope CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 26 What is the maximum allowable slope of a short-term excavation in Type A soil - ANS 1/2H:1V CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 27 What is required for all employees prior to entering a confined space? - ANS Instruction as to the nature of the hazards involved, the necessary precautions to be taken, and the use of protective and emergency equipment required CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 35 How often must combustible scrap be removed? - ANS At regular intervals CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 36 What is required of a container that contains flammable wastes? - ANS They shall be equipped with covers CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 36 What is the minimum foot candle illumination required for a construction corridor? - ANS 5 foot candles CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 36 What shall be provided for persons exposed to corrosive materials? - ANS Facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 38 How many toilets must be provided for 20 or less construction employees? - ANS 1 CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 39 Where is an employee prohibited from consuming food or beverages? - ANS In a toilet room nor in any area exposed CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 40 Who is responsible for maintenance of employee owned equipment? - ANS The employer CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 41 Lifelines shall be secured above the point of operation to an anchorage capable of supporting a minimum dead weight of _______. - ANS 5,400 pounds CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 44 What is the maximum amount of flammable liquid that can be stored outside of an approved storage cabinet? - ANS 25 gallons CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 50 What is the predominating color for a CAUTION sign? - ANS Yellow CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 52 What is the predominating color for a DANGER sign? - ANS Red CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 52 What is the maximum that materials may be dropped before a chute is required? - ANS 20 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 55 What is the maximum height that a lumber pile may be stacked? - ANS 20 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 55 Material placed inside a building must be kept how far from a hoist way? - ANS 6 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 55 What is the maximum spacing between a work rest and the grinding surface of a bench-mounted abrasive wheel? - ANS 1/8" CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 64 What shall be done prior to using bench-mounted abrasive wheels? - ANS It shall be inspected and ring-tested before mounting to ensure the wheel is free from cracks or defects. CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 64 What is the minimum width of a walkway? - ANS 18 inches CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 68 What is the maximum distance that the front edge of a work platform can be placed from the face of the work? - ANS 14 inches CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 68 How soon may the excavator begin working on excavation or demolition projects? - ANS 48 hours CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 7 What must take place before any excavation or demolition begins? - ANS Notification must be made to the notification center for that area CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 7 What is the penalty for willfully failing to notify the notification center before starting any excavation or demolition? - ANS 10000 CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 7 What is the maximum vertical intervals of rest platforms? - ANS 35-foot CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 73 Guardrails for employees are required when the walking surface is what height above another level? - ANS 10 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 75 What is the minimum pound top rail capacity of a guardrail system? - ANS 200 pounds CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 75 What is the toprail range height of a scaffold placed in service January 2, 2000? - ANS 38-45 inches CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 76 What are the requirements of a toprail in a downward direction? - ANS 100 pounds CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 77 What is the time frame duration that the excavator's notification is valid? - ANS 15 working days CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 8 What determines a "steep" roof in regards to slope? - ANS A slope greater than 4 in 12 (vertical to horizontal) What may be used instead of a guardrail to protect employees on a walking/working surface (horizontal and vertical surface) with an unprotected side or edge which is 6 feet or more above a lower level? - ANS Either A or C CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 88 Safety nets shall be installed no more than _______ below a working surface? - ANS 30 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 92 Covers over holes in any working surface must support at least ______ the weight of employees. - ANS Twice CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 97 How far back from the edge of a roof must roofing materials be kept? - ANS 6 feet CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 97 What is the title of the person who can identify a hazard and order a correction? - ANS Competent person CFR Part 1926 and Related Standards - Page 99 What is the maximum amount of time a single space of concrete should be vibrated? - ANS 15 seconds Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 178 Support columns must be restrained to prevent lateral displacement at the end(s). - ANS bottom IRC 2018 - R407.3 Structural requirements In areas that do not require frost protection, exterior footings must be placed at least inches below the undisturbed ground surface. - ANS 12 IRC 2018 - R403.1.4 Minimum depth What is the most important factor in efficient soil compaction? - ANS Moisture Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 44 What is the thickness of the vapor retarder placed above the base course and the concrete floor slab? - ANS 6-mil IRC 2018 - R506.2.3 Which organization has recommendations for the length of time that formwork should remain in place when the air temperature is above 50? - ANS ACI Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 81-82 Calcium chloride is a type of which concrete admixture? - ANS Accelerating Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 221 What is the minimum depth below grade for a footing? - ANS 12" IRC 2018 - R403.1.4 What unit is the water-cementitious material ratio is usually computed in? - ANS Pounds Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 17 What type of fastener is required in a wood foundation knee wall? - ANS Type 304 or 316 Stainless steel fasteners IRC 2018 - R402.1.1 If you are pumping concrete out of a 5" wide line it is recommended to mix _____ into a 4" slump that has air entrainment. - ANS Fly ash Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 177 Portland cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and water are the four ingredients that make up: - ANS Concrete Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 381 The minimum width and depth for concrete and masonry footings for a 2 story slab on grade light frame construction dwelling where the soil load bearing value is 2000 psf is inches. The snow load or live roof load is 50 psf. - ANS 12 x 6 IRC 2018 - TABLE R403.1(1) MINIMUM WIDTH AND THICKNESS FOR CONCRETE FOOTINGS FOR LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION (inches) What is the advantage of reinforcing concrete with steel? - ANS Resistant to forces that bend and pull Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 229 What would not be removed as part of the site preparation within the foundation walls? - ANS Sandy or loamy soils IRC 2018 - R504.2 - Site preparation What does 3-1/2" represent on a 1/4" scale? - ANS 14' Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 44 What is the maximum allowable span for a 4 × 3 × 1/4 lintel supporting masonry veneer with one story above? - ANS 6′-0″ IRC 2018 - TABLE R703.8.3.1 Which mortar type is suitable for general interior use in nonloadbearing masonry? - ANS Type O Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 192 What is the minimum wall thickness in inches for a plain masonry foundation wall with a height of 9 feet with an unbalanced backfill height of 7 feet constructed in soil class CL? - ANS 12 grout IRC 2018 - Table R404.1.1(1) In a brick masonry cavity wall, what distance from either edge of the masonry unit should the wall ties be placed? - ANS 5/8" Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 245 What temperature is required 24 hours prior to and during finishing interior drywall? - ANS 55°F Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 103 Which of the following statements is NOT true about alkali removers? - ANS They cause lightening of wood fibers when used on wood. PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 48-49 A material, device or construction installed to restrict the movement of air within open spaces of concealed areas of building components such as crawl spaces, floor-ceiling assemblies, roof-ceiling assemblies and attics is: - ANS Draft stop IRC 2018 - SECTION R202 DEFINITIONS What is the maximum span for a header constructed of 2 2X6s southern pine in building 36 feet wide and supporting the roof and ceiling? The ground snow load is 50 psf. - ANS 3 feet 3 inches IRC 2018 - TABLE R602.7(1) Which type of lumber defect is present when there is a longitudinal grain separation through the growth ring? - ANS Ring Shake Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 326 The ends of each joist shall have not less than _ _ inches of bearing on wood or metal. - ANS 1-1/2" IRC 2018 - R502.6 - Bearing What size lap is required for a 6" bevel lap siding? - ANS 1" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 663 Every ______ a control joint should be used when placing gypsum in soffit areas. - ANS 30' apart Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 126 What is the depth of the base of a regular kitchen cabinet? - ANS 24" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 784 What is the maximum stair riser height and minimum tread depth? - ANS 7-3/4" and 10" IRC 2018 - R311.7.5.1 - Risers Handrails adjacent to a wall shall have a space of not less than ___inches between the wall and the handrail. - ANS 1-1/2" IRC 2018 - R311.7.8.3 Within any flight of stairs, the greatest winder tread depth at the walk line shall not exceed the smallest by more than inch(es). - ANS 3/8 IRC 2018 - R311.7.5.2.1 What is the typical height of base cabinets in kitchens, not including the countertop? - ANS 34-1/2" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 784 How far apart should nails be placed when positioning plywood soffit? - ANS 6" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 557 What is the maximum side spacing, in inches, between adjacent wood shakes on exterior wall coverings? - ANS 1/2 inch IRC 2018 - R703.6.1 What must be installed at wall and roof intersections, wherever there is a change in roof slope or direction and around roof openings? - ANS Flashing IRC 2018 - R903.2.1 - Flashing What is the minimum slope required for the use of slate shingles? - ANS 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal IRC 2018 - R905.6.2 Deck slope. What should be installed at the eave of every joist in a cathedral ceiling? - ANS Ventilation baffle Insulation Handbook - Page 140 What is the range of R-values for fiberglass blanket insulation? - ANS 3.04 - 4.3 Insulation Handbook - Page 122 Which method of applying spray-on fiberglass uses a special netting? - ANS Blow-In-Blanket System Insulation Handbook - Page 168 _______ insulation adheres tightly to walls, framing members & construction materials it comes in contact with. - ANS Sprayed in place Insulation Handbook - Page 155 Within crawlspaces required by Section R408.4, where entry is made only for purposes of repairs or maintenance, foam plastics shall be protected against ignition by . - ANS any or all of the above IRC 2018 - R316.5.4 Crawl spaces. Regardless of the kind of respirator needed, what do OSHA regulations require? - ANS All the above PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 200 What is required for an evaporator coil when damage to building components would occur in the event of an overflow? - ANS Secondary Drain or Auxiliary Drain Pan IRC 2018 - M1411.3.1 The top of the ladder should extend above the edge of the roof at least ___. - ANS 3 feet Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 202 Every trap and trapped fixture shall be ______. - ANS Vented IRC 2018 - P3101.2.1 Glazing in walls, enclosures or fences containing or facing hot tubs, spas, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, bathtubs, showers and indoor or outdoor swimming pools where the bottom exposed edge of the glazing is less than inches measured vertically above any standing or walking surface shall be considered a hazardous location. Exceptions ignored. - ANS 60 IRC 2018 - R308.4.5 Glazing and wet surfaces. The minimum horizontal area of the window well used as a emergency escape and rescue is to be square feet, with a minimum horizontal projection and width of 36 inches. - ANS 9 IRC 2018 - R310.2.3 Window wells. The compressive strength of concrete is measured by testing concrete cylinders. Cylinders are tested for the following purposes EXCEPT what? - ANS What does the Slump Test measure? - ANS Consistency of concrete Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 11 Which type of plan shows the location of a proposed structure within its legal boundaries? - ANS Plot plan Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 50 What will make the surface of concrete uniform and skid-resistant? - ANS Broom finish Contractors Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition - Page 186 What part of a foundation wall is determined by the top of the batter board? - ANS Height Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 244 What type of hand tool is acceptable to cut brick if the cut edge is to be hidden? - ANS Brick hammer Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 223 An adjustable truss type brick tie should be no closer than _____ to the edge of the brick. - ANS 5/8" Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 209 On a two wythe wall, when each wythe reacts separately to stress, this is known as ______? - ANS Cavity wall Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 260 Which of the following statements is NOT true about fillers for poured concrete? - ANS It is always necessary to use a filler before applying the finish coats PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 39-40 What is the temperature at which saturation occurs? - ANS Dew-point temperature Insulation Handbook - Page 35 The size of the space needed to install a prefabricated control joint is ___ inches. - ANS 1/2" Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition - Page 170 What is the minimum penetration of a drywall screw into wood? - ANS 5/8" IRC 2018 - R702.3.5.1 In combustible construction where there is usable space both above and below the concealed space of a floor-ceiling assembly, draftstops must be installed so that the area of the concealed space does not exceed ____ square feet - ANS 1000 IRC 2018 - R302.12 Draftstopping. Which of the following is not a purpose of bridging joists? - ANS Increases tensile strength Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 410 Which roof rafters extend diagonally from the top plates to the ridge board along the lines where two roofs intersect? - ANS Valley Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 468 What is the depth of a regular wall cabinet for the kitchen? - ANS 12" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 783 Handrails must be continuous for the full length of the flight, from a point directly the top riser of the flight to a point directly above the lowest riser of the flight. - ANS above IRC 2018 - R311.7.8.4 Continuity. At open risers, openings located more than 30 inches, as measured vertically, to the floor or grade below shall not permit the passage of a -inch-diameter sphere. - ANS 4 IRC 2018 - R311.7.5.1 Risers. When installing wall cabinets, what is the minimum sized head you should use for screws? - ANS #10 Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 796 What is the offset that roll paper endlaps should have? - ANS 6" Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 629 What is the material that goes around the exhaust pipe at the point where it penetrates the roof? - ANS Roof Jack Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 870 Two or more layers of felt cemented together and surfaced with a cap sheet, mineral aggregate, smooth coating or similar surfacing material is: - ANS Built-up roof covering IRC 2018 - SECTION R202 DEFINITIONS Which is incorrect regarding mineral wool? - ANS Mineral wool has an R-value of 4.0 per inch depending on the installed density. Insulation Handbook - Page 105 Insulation shall have a smoke-developed index not to exceed: - ANS 450 degrees IRC 2018 - R302.10.1 - Insulation This type of insulation consists of silica, magnesium dioxide & aluminum dioxides. - ANS Vermiculite Insulation Handbook - Page 111 What type of insulation is made from fibrous materials or foam & is pressed into boards? - ANS Rigid insulation Insulation Handbook - Page 207 When an inspector is looking down a drain, what should they see? - ANS Water Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 870 Where can regulations on scaffolding in construction and demolition operations can be found? - ANS 29 CFR 1926.451 and ANSI Al0.8 PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 172, 173 Once the permit has been issued, how long is it valid? - ANS 180 days. IRC 2018 - Section R105.5 Glazing in an individual fixed or operable panel adjacent to a door is to be considered to be a hazardous location where the bottom exposed edge of the glazing is less than inches above the floor or walking surface and the glazing is within 24 inches of either side of the door in the plane of the door in a closed position. - ANS 60 IRC 2018 - R308.4.2 Glazing adjacent to doors. Where is window flashing required? - ANS Head only Carpentry and Building Construction - Page 660