2024 BASIC CODE ENFORCEMENT \
TECHNICAL ASPECT OF CODE
ENFORCEMENT PART 3 EXAM
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Why inspect a building? - CORRECT-ANSWERSa building permit is actually a
license to build. The permit is based on approved construction documents
which have been reviewed for compliance with the code. Inspections are
necessary to ensure that the permit holder does not deviate from approved
drawings during the course of construction.
What are construction documents? - CORRECT-ANSWERSIn order for the
code official to determine that proposed construction is in compliance with
code requirements, it is necessary that sufficient information be submitted
for review. This information typically consists of drawings and specifications
describing the proposed work. These are the construction documents.
Construction documents is the term that replaces the less descriptive "plans
and specifications" used in earlier codes.
What are some typical architectural symbol and abbreviations? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSWhen you review construction documents to determine if a
proposed building conforms to the building code, you will be reading
architectural symbols which are pictorial representations of construction
materials. Properly identifying the materials being represented is essential to
determine construction materials being proposed for use
Why is plan review record necessary? - CORRECT-ANSWERSSome type of
plan review checklist should be used when conducting a plan review to make
certain that a compete review is accomplished and a record of the review is
on file. In short, a plan review record provides a systematic approach to
reviewing plans. It ensures that each set of plans is reviewed in a thorough
and orderly manner. Also, by using the form, there is a permanent record of
each review and any corrections that were noted.
What code requirements must generally be checked during building plan
review? - CORRECT-ANSWERSA plan reviewer has to review many aspects of
the design of a building or structure to determine compliance with the
, building code. A plan reviewer must review requirement for: Administration,
Building Planning, Fire Protection, Occupant Needs, Building Envelope,
Structural Systems, Structural Materials, Nonstructural Materials, Building
Mechanical Services, and Special Devices and Conditions.
What are the various types of inspections? - CORRECT-ANSWERSTypically,
there are three types of inspections handled by building departments. The
first type, called inspections, are routine visits to a construction site to check
for code compliance during specific phases of construction as part of the
permit process. If violations are discovered, corrective action must be taken
and the site must be reinspected after the corrections are made.
Compliant inspections are the second type. These result when complaints
about code or zoning matters are initiated by someone outside of the
building department. Code officials check the compliant, gather information
in the field and made a recommendation. They may make no
recommendations for action; they may indicate it is outside their jurisdiction;
or they can send notice to the violator. If a notice is sent, a follow-up
inspection is conducted, and in cases of noncompliance, court action is
initiated.
Survey and periodic inspections are the third type. survey inspections may
include all existing buildings in a block or neighborhood. Periodic inspections,
in contrast, focus on specific types of buildings such as schools, apartments
or commercial buildings that a community may want to monitor. Periodic
inspections are made at regular intervals.
What is typical sequence of inspections during the course of construction? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSThe typical sequence of inspections during the course of
construction is:
Called Inspections
Footing Inspections
Foundation Inspections
Concrete Slab-on Grade Inspections
Framing Inspections
Final Inspection
Called Inspections - The Building Permit signifies that the plans have been
approved and construction may begin.
When a permit is issued, the building department staff, typically the Permit
Technician, informs the applicant that specific inspections are required. The
applicant must notify the building department to arrange for inspections.
These are known as "called" inspections. For the purposes of this book we
will focus on the construction of a single-family dwelling unit and the five
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