B3/61 Contractor Trade Practice Exam

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• When installing strip wood flooring, what is the recommended minimum staggered distance of the butted joints from those of the preceding row?
• What factor is most important when deciding the depth of a footing?
• Which value represents the minimum pitch for asphalt roof systems expressed as a fraction per 12 horizontal?
• Which insulation material is not recommended to separate polystyrene and built-up roofing?
• Ten-foot long planks used on scaffolding should not extend over the edges of the support by more than how many inches?
• ASTM C1029 specifies requirements for which material?
• How is reverse board and batten siding attached?
• Curing in concrete continues until the relative humidity in the concrete drops below what percent?
• Materials used for sprayed foamed-in-place roof insulation on type III and IV buildings shall comply with which ASTM standard?
• Ends of bottom bearing joists are normally laterally restrained by which method?
• What is the minimum footing width of a 2-story light-frame construction building with a soil bearing capacity of 2000 PSF?
• When installing vinyl siding, how much overlap should you allow for thermal expansion?
• What can be the result when concrete is allowed to drop freely (or drop over 5 feet) over reinforcing bar and ties?
• Where is a roof most likely to develop leaks?
• Which window sizing designation is listed first in the sizing sequence?
• Weep screed height above paved surfaces should be at least how many inches?
• If siding is peeled away and the wood appears dark brown and crumbly, what is the probable cause?
• What is the area in square feet of a 52 ft by 44 ft rectangle?
• How far into the roof deck should roofing nails penetrate at minimum?
• The starting point for parquet flooring layout is best chosen as which option?
• When joists are toe-nailed to the sill, ____ nails are required
• What is the required underlayment for laminated countertops?
• What is the correct term for the horizontal member of a truss at its top and bottom?
• For sandy gravel soils, what is the maximum foundation pressure allowed?
• What is the maximum distance a cement plasterer's scaffolding platform can be from the face of the wall without additional fall protection?
• What thickness is specified for the gypsum board used in shower ceilings with water-resistant properties?
• Type X drywall achieves fire resistance primarily due to which feature?
• According to code, what is the minimum bolt size used to attach foundation plates or sills to the foundation?
• When framing a 5 ft by 5 ft opening in a wood joist floor for a stairwell, which framing method is required?
• Which statement correctly describes the purpose of dampening subgrade or wood forms before placing concrete?
• What is the minimum vertical size of the attachment flange of a weep screed installed on the foundation wall before attaching exterior lath?
• Which of the following is the correct self-tapping screw size to attach steel sheathing to a metal structure?
• Which gypsum board is recommended as a base for interior veneer plaster finish?
• Unfaced insulation installed in wall cavities will do all of the following except:
• Wall ties should be placed how far from the edge of a masonry unit?
• When should the finish flooring be installed?
• What is the maximum allowable pressure for a latch on an emergency egress door?
• In an occupied trench, how much water may accumulate?
• According to OSHA, how much accumulated water is allowed to accumulate in an excavation before workers must stop?
• When cutting out the sole plate in a door opening, at which point in construction is this typically performed?
• What is the minimum size of a bed joint in a masonry wall at the foundation?
• What is the maximum allowable spacing between fire blocking in a concealed wall?
• Which feature describes Type X drywall?
• According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, how big does the landing need to be at the bottom of a ramp?
• The minimum clear height above and below a mezzanine floor area shall be what height?
• A masonry wall showing signs of high alkalinity should be painted with which type of paint?
• Valley flashing in roof assemblies typically requires a minimum metal gauge of
• In insulation, the 'R' value is a measure of what property?
• What is the maximum exposure for 24 inch No. 2 preservative-treated taper sawn wood shakes on a slope of 4:12 or steeper?
• What is the minimum distance a ladder should extend above the roof?
• In trenches, a ladder must be provided when the depth reaches 4 feet, and the maximum lateral distance to reach the ladder shall not exceed ______ feet.
• In steel stud construction, holes are allowed to be spaced no closer than which distance along the stud?
• For a monolithic slab-on-ground, which reinforcement arrangement is permitted in the middle third of the footing?
• Which standard is referenced for cement board installation in the material?
• Which backfill material can be used outside a foundation WITHOUT being compacted?
• According to OSHA what is not required when welding?
• According to code, windows intended for use as an emergency escape route must have a finished sill height not more than _______ inches above the finished floor.
• In masonry, what is the term for a brick course that projects beyond the face of the previous course?
• Footings below undisturbed ground surface must extend at least how many inches?
• What tool is used to remove grout for tile repair?
• When a roof meets a parapet wall, how many inches must the parapet extend above the roof line?
• For a 28-foot ladder, how far from the base of the building should the bottom be placed?
• When is it appropriate to wipe recently applied stain?
• According to code, what is the minimum required width of every exit door servicing an occupant load of 10 or more?
• Exterior doors are more efficient if they are?
• In masonry walls, the maximum mortar thickness allowed besides the starter course is
• What type of gypsum board is used on a curved wall?
• Which admixture is used to slow the setting of concrete?
• How much overlap should planks on scaffolding have that are not immovable?
• For a 28-foot ladder, what is the correct base distance from the building?
• Concerning exterior sheathing, how far above grade should it extend?
• According to OSHA standards, compressed air shall not be used for cleaning purposes except when?
• When should concrete curing procedures start?
• In solid masonry construction, wire wall ties must be embedded at least how many inches?
• What is the minimum slope required for metal shingles?
• According to OSHA, ladders (or steps) are required in all trenches or ditches at ______ feet or more in depth for an adequate means of exit.
• Oxygen bottles in storage shall be separated from combustible materials by a minimum of ______ feet.
• The maximum slope for a compliant ramp is commonly specified as?
• Which of the following is not true about lightweight concrete?
• An engineered structural wood product finished on 4 sides is known as?
• Brick veneer is best described as
• What is the best action when staining wood to ensure proper result?
• OSHA requires a ladder or means of egress for trenches at depth of 4 feet; what is the maximum horizontal distance to travel to reach the ladder?
• When installing vinyl siding vertically, what is the maximum vertical spacing between fasteners?
• What is the minimum bearing required for wood floor joists resting on masonry?
• Which pair correctly reflects the code requirement for minimum stair tread depth and maximum riser height?
• The right amount of moisture for soil to reach the greatest density is called the _________.
• How should a drip edge be installed at the eave?
• In fiber cement siding, which thickness is the minimum?
• What is the minimum egress door height in inches from the top of the threshold to the bottom of the stop?
• Which header is required for a stairwell opening 5x5?
• A window with vertical-moving panels is which type of window?
• When excavating, what problem does water in the trench create?
• Plain concrete used in basement walls and foundations shall have a minimum compressive strength of how many psi?
• A concrete slab should be bull floated as soon as possible after
• The frost line is 24 inches below the surface. Which describes the required depth of a footing?
• How much clearance should be left between the ends of vinyl siding panels and the adjacent trim?
• 10 feet long planks used on scaffolding should not extend over the edges of the support more than:
• Steel wall framing track shall have a minimum flange width of ____?
• PSF stands for which phrase in structural design?
• When framing a door with metal studs, the rough opening width should exceed the door width by how much?
• Which statement about lightweight concrete is true?
• The minimum gage metal used for valley flashing is:
• Asphalt shingles are being installed on a roof with 5/8 inch sheathing, the nails shall:
• When using a mason's line to build a wall, how far should the string be from the wall?
• The slope ratio of a handicap accessible ramp shall be a maximum of _______
• A superplasticizer admixture used to increase the workability of concrete has a short-lived time window of how many minutes?
• What is the minimum required thickness of a structural concrete wall?
• According to Code, foundation plates or sills shall be anchored to the foundation with bolts spaced not more than _____ inches apart?
• What is the appropriate gap between gypsum board and a tub surround?
• What is a common standard interior doorway height?
• Which option lists the maximum wall area per veneer tie?
• Which power tool requires a constant pressure switch EXCEPT?
• Which floor joist size, when exceeded, requires solid blocking?
• Which gauge is considered standard for exterior flashing?
• What is the maximum notch percent allowed in a non-load bearing stud to avoid compromising structural integrity?
• If a ladder reaches 24 feet high, what is the minimum distance from the wall for the base?
• What is the best tool to trim drywall around an electrical outlet?
• When installing unfaced batt insulation, how is it secured?
• What is the minimum width for a sidewalk around a construction site?
• According to the guidelines for vibrating concrete, when you vibrate concrete, does it become fluid and flowable/consolidated?
• Notches on the ends of joists shall not exceed what percent of the joist depth?
• Which of the following defines a confined space?
• What are the actual dimensions of a standard 2 x 4 after surfacing?
• A bank on an excavation site has a 3 to 1 slope; how many inches per foot will the bank rise?
• In framing, the space provided for a door, door jamb, and space for adjustment is known as the __________.
• For cracks between tile and tub in a tub surround, which repair is appropriate?
• On an airless paint sprayer, what is responsible for the pattern of the paint?
• Which code reference is associated with the 36-inch spacing requirement for metal ties in masonry cavity walls?
• What is the standard head and bed joint thickness in masonry construction?
• For open valleys, valley lining of two plies of mineral-surfaced roll roofing complying with ASTM D 3909 or ASTM D 6380 shall be permitted. the bottom layer shall be _______ and the top layer a minimum of ______ wide.
• What is the smallest sized screw that can be used to attach 1/2 inch gypsum board to load bearing steel studs?
• What is the proper way to attach base shoe molding on a hardwood floor?
• What is the minimum footing width of a one-story light frame construction building?
• What is the maximum percent of a non-load bearing stud that can be notched without compromising its structural integrity?
• What percentage of a wall stud can be notched in a wood framed bearing wall in light construction?
• Concrete and masonry foundation walls shall be waterproofed _______.
• For solid masonry units, what is the minimum embedment depth for a wire wall tie embedded in mortar?
• For laminated countertops, which underlayment is acceptable?
• Which connection should be used when an I-joist and a beam meet?
• What is the maximum slope of a footing trench before stepping is required?
• In drywall finishing, which tool is commonly used to finish surfaces before painting and wall covering?
• How high above a paved surface must the weep screed be installed?
• Concrete spread footing projections shall be at least _______ and shall not exceed the thickness of the footings
• What clearance is needed between the bottom of the roof sheathing and the insulation for a cornice vent?
• The maximum depth of a notch in the end of a floor joist is ____ of the depth of the joist
• If a floor joist is 12 inches deep, the maximum notch depth is
• What underlayment is required for asphalt shingles on roofs with slopes of 4:12 or greater?
• What minimum distance is required to separate oxygen cylinders from combustibles?
• What is the minimum overlap of a vapor barrier in an unvented crawl space?
• What is the correct method of building a masonry wall?
• What size screw should used to attach steel sheathing to a metal structure?
• Where does the vapor barrier go in an attic that has 2 layers of batt insulation?
• What distance from the edge of a roof can materials and equipment be placed if no guardrails are present?
• When a built-up roof meets exterior walls, how much higher should the exterior wall extend above the roof at the intersection?
• What is the minimum clear opening height above the handrail and below the head in a stairwell?
• The rough opening for a door framed with metal studs should be wider than the door by what distance?
• Which deck material would not be appropriate for an asphalt shingle roof?
• What is the minimum thickness of exterior wood siding?
• According to the Code, notches allowed in the top or bottom of joists shall not exceed what fraction of the depth of the joist?
• The vapor barrier of insulation should be installed?
• You are finishing a concrete surface; defects such as crazing, dusting, and spalling are caused by which condition?
• A building with square corners has outside measurements of 12 feet by 16 feet. What is the diagonal measurement?
• At what stage of the construction would the builder cut out the sole plate in a door opening?
• What is the first step when applying specialty building materials?
• Which material is least likely to have a predictable load-bearing capacity for foundations?
• Maximum hole size in a steel stud is
• When using wide square edge boards for board and batten siding, which nail arrangement is correct for the batten strips?
• The slump loss of concrete is usually due to which factor?
• Within an accessible route of travel for required exits, the ramp slope shall not be steeper than which?
• Which product is best used to thin an oil-based paint?
• Which code references are cited for the minimum footing width calculation?
• According to code, asphalt shingles installed on roof with a slope of 4:12 or greater require an underlayment of:
• Dampening of the subgrade or the wood concrete forms prior to placement of concrete wall should be done to
• For vertical Hardboard panel siding installation, the nail must penetrate framing a minimum of how many inches?
• Which is the best method to compact sand and gravel?
• Which condition would cause crazing (superficial cracking) on the surface of concrete?
• What is the mil rating of a vapor barrier that must be installed under concrete slab?
• In window sizing, which designation appears first?
• Which of the following is not required when welding?
• A concrete slab-on-ground cast monolithically with the footing shall be permitted to locate which reinforcement arrangement in the middle third of the footing as an alternative to placement at the top and bottom?
• To paint a masonry wall with high alkalinity, which painting option should be used?
• Which statement best describes the primary benefit of using fiber reinforced plastic or zinc-coated reinforcing bars?
• Which table is used to determine the maximum header span for a 2-2x10 header in a building with a given snow load?
• What is the minimum elevation difference between the street gutter and the building foundation height?
• When installing vinyl siding vertically, what is the maximum horizontal spacing between fasteners?
• In a masonry cavity wall, what is the maximum horizontal distance between metal ties?
• Which class of asphalt shingles would have the best fire rating?
• OSHA's rule for trench safety requires stored materials to be kept at least how far from the trench?
• What is the approved method of attaching the base layer of built-up roofing material?
• What is the minimum pitch for a concrete roof system?
• How would you remove a nail from a piece of panel board?
• According to the code, under which condition are footings required to be stepped?
• The maximum depth of a notch in the top or bottom of a floor joist is ______ of the depth of the joist.
• Which veneer plywood grade indicates the lowest quality?
• The maximum notch depth is how many fractions of the joist depth?
• When installing drywall on a ceiling, you should:
• Which of the following is the correct minimum embedment depth for wire wall ties in solid masonry units?
• What is the maximum vertical distance allowed between headers when building multi-wythe masonry walls?
• Which factor is the primary determinant of proper soil compaction?
• How much clearance is required for wood framing where a masonry chimney passes through a roof opening?
• When hanging drywall on studs that are 24 inches on center, what is the required spacing for screws along the stud?
• When installing 3 tab asphalt strip shingles in severe climates, on a roof slope of 5/12 the approved ice protection membrane should extend from the roof eave to a minimum of ____ inches inside the exterior wall (this applies to roofs 4/12 and greater)
• What is the actual size of a 2 x 4 surfaced dry piece of framing lumber?
• What is the minimum depth of a hearth in front of a masonry fireplace?
• Which option accurately states the maximum spacing for foundation bolts securing plates or sills?
• What is the load bearing value (PSF) of sandy gravel?
• The embedded depth requirement for wire wall ties in solid masonry units is at least how many inches?
• What is the smallest screw size to attach 1/2 inch gypsum board to load-bearing steel studs, among typical fasteners?
• For roofs 4/12 and greater with 3-tab shingles in severe climates, the ice protection extension must be at least how many inches?
• Floating and troweling concrete too early in the curing process can cause which of the following?
• On a tub surround, if grout cracks out between the tile and the tub, what repair is recommended?
• What is the elevation of the height intermediate landing of the stairs in a two-story house with lap siding?
• A weep screed shall be placed a minimum of how many inches above the earth?
• If the frost line is 24 inches below the surface, which statement about footing depth is correct?
• Which ADA landing size is required at the bottom of a ramp?
• What is the minimum slope on which asphalt strip shingles may be installed?
• Perimeter fastening for tile roofing areas from either side of hips or ridges and edges of eaves and gable rakes includes which of the following?
• What is the minimum reinforcing bar requirement for a slab-on-ground with turned down footings?
• According to code, what is the minimum required width of a footing in soil rated at 2000 PSF for a single-story building with 8 inch thick masonry walls?
• What is the minimum concrete psi requirement for basement walls or slabs not exposed to weather?
• How much can be notched from a load bearing stud without compromising it's structural integrity?
• Which letter represents the highest fire-resistance rating for shingles?
• Which mortar type may be used to lay glass block?
• Which type of hydrated lime is best to use with Portland cement for mortar?
• Which value represents the minimum vertical size of the weep screed flange?
• The wood framing member that supports a header over a door is called a
• End-notching of a joist is limited to what fraction of the joist depth?
• Which combination of materials is used to create mortar?
• The minimum width of at least one exterior egress door servicing a residence is often required to be how many inches?
• Which door type offers the best fire protection?
• What is the minimum distance allowed between holes in steel studs?
• For untreated wood siding, what is the minimum distance it must be kept above grade?
• Which of the following is the typical minimum mezzanine clearance height?
• Which of the following describes the typical rough opening width difference for metal-stud door framing?
• Which insulation material is not recommended to separate polystyrene and built-up roofing?
• Which type of lime is best to use with Portland cement for mortar?
• Emergency egress lighting shall provide lighting for a duration of __________ minutes.
• When installing a door frame in rough framing, you should install it how?
• In site grading, slope is expressed as a percent. Which term best describes this measurement?
• The top edge height range of the top rails of a guardrail system around scaffolding placed into service in 2001 shall be within what range?
• Refer to a typical single-family dwelling staircase. What is the minimum tread run for stairs (non-spiral) with an occupant load of less than 10?
• What term is used for the metal installed to prevent water from seeping into a house?
• What is the purpose of ventilating a confined space?
• For a trench measuring 5 feet wide by 60 feet long with a slope from 0 to 8 feet, the excavation volume is in which range?
• For a 10-foot scaffold plank, what is the maximum overhang beyond the end support?
• What type of gypsum board is recommended for use as a base for an interior veneer plaster finish?
• When positioning reinforcing steel in a concrete wall, what is used to maintain its position?
• Which sequence is used when finishing highly porous surfaces?
• 5/8 inch wood sheathing installed on a steel framed roof requires what type and size of screws?
• All of the following roofing material can be re-used except:
• Which component in a fire alarm system is most associated with receiving inputs and may supply power to detectors?
• What is the reason for bull floating a newly placed concrete slab?
• In areas of high wind, what is the maximum spacing for nailing underlayment?
• When siding is removed and the wood is dark brown and crumbly, which condition is indicated?
• For a rectangular subfloor measuring 52 feet by 44 feet, how many full sheets of plywood are required?
• When installing vinyl siding horizontally, fasteners shall not exceed which spacing?
• What thickness is the standard water-resistant gypsum board used in showers?
• Asphalt shingles installed in warmer climates with a slope of 4 in 12 or more should have a minimum underlayment or:
• Which of the following is a common interior door height?
• What is the purpose of the paper backing on a batt of insulation?
• Perimeter fastening for tile roofing requires not less than how many inches of tile courses?
• Which of the following represents the correct clearance of a string line from a cinder block wall?
• Which sequence is recommended when building a masonry wall?
• Which of the following is a valid door width for an exit serving 10+ occupants?
• Which tool is most appropriate for trimming drywall around an electrical box in a wall?
• What is the most important factor in determining the \"R\" value of blown in insulation?
• A rectangular shape having 2 sides cut into the edge of a board is a _____
• For vinyl siding, what is the recommended overlap to accommodate thermal expansion?
• For a joist that is 10 inches deep, what is the maximum notch depth allowed (in inches)?
• What is the standard size of an interior door?
• Which code establishes the minimum guard height for commercial decks?
• Doors shall swing in the direction of egress travel where serving an occupancy load of ______ or more
• In a single family dwelling sleeping rooms, the minimum net clear opening width of windows for emergency egress is how many inches?
• What is the maximum spacing between ceiling joists for a shower ceiling using 1/2 inch water-resistant gypsum board?
• Ten-foot scaffold planks should not extend over the edge of the support by more than how many inches?
• Under what condition are footings required to be stepped?
• The 'Total Run' of a stairway is
• On concrete delivery time, how long do you have before concrete should be poured?
• Vibration of concrete is described as making it which of the following?
• Which situation would require the use of a retarding admixture?
• In conventional light frame construction on soil with a load bearing value of 2,000 psf for a one story building with 8 inch hollow concrete masonry walls, what is the minimum thickness of the spread footing?
• A scaffold plank 9 feet long can extend over it's end support a maximum distance of:
• What is the maximum aggregate size for shotcrete?
• Which gypsum board type is used on curved walls?
• For a 2x6 stud (width 5.5 inches), the maximum notch depth in a wood framed bearing wall is approximately how many inches?
• Tracks for structural steel framing have a minimum flange width of how many inches?
• In reference to dirt work, what is meant by the term 'lift'?
• Which is a weather barrier located on exterior walls?
• Which option correctly states the rough opening width difference for a door framed with metal studs?
• What is the result of vibration of the concrete material?
• What is the minimum bearing for wood floor joists on masonry?
• At the eave, the drip edge should be installed beneath which component?
• The time window for a superplasticizer to increase workability is
• Exterior gypsum sheathing fasteners should be spaced apart by how many inches?
• A wall tie supporting veneer shall not support more than how many square feet of wall area?
• The minimum overlap of vertical joints of felt or paper, which is applied to exterior walls, as a weather resistant barrier, is _________ inches.
• What should be added to Portland cement to create mortar?
• According to the code, an escape window in a bedroom shall have a minimum clear opening width of
• How large of a hole can be drilled into a steel stud?
• On house wrap how far do you lap the edges and ends?
• Two 2x12 headers can span a maximum of how many feet?
• Which of the following is the correct required ladder extension above the roof edge?
• Roofing nails should penetrate into the roof deck at least how much?
• In drywall construction, resilient channels are used to accomplish what?
• What size landing is required at the top and bottom of a ramp?
• Where is the proper starting point for laying parquet flooring in a room?
• Three types of masonry ties are
• What is the minimum guardrail height for a restaurant deck (or any commercial building) above the finished deck height?
• In veneer construction, wall ties shall be spaced no greater than which spacing?
• According to code, what is the maximum diameter of a hole that may be bored in a 2 by 10 joist?
• When reroofing over an existing asphalt roof what is used as the started course?
• In veneer masonry construction, the maximum wall area that a single wall tie can support is which of the following?
• What is the sill height limit for emergency escape windows in inches?
• In a wall assembly with brick exterior and sheetrock interior, where should the vapor barrier be installed?
• What is the frame around a door called?
• Which type of admixture is used to offset the accelerating effect of hot weather on the setting of concrete?
• What is the maximum load bearing soil capacity of a sandy soil classification?
• What is the standard gauge of exterior flashing?
• If you are using a mason's line to build a wall, how far should the string be from the wall?
• The maximum slope for a horizontal drain and vent combination is _____ per 12 in.
• How far can you dig below the bottom edge of the safety box in a trench?
• A footing is set with a bench mark elevation of 100.00 ft and a back sight rod reading of 4.70 ft; if the bottom of the footing is at elevation 94.00 ft, what is the rod reading for the bottom of the footing?
• What is the minimum distance that end joints shall be offset in double top plates?
• For brick ties, what is the standard gauge used?
• The ground adjacent to the foundation shall be sloped away at not less than 5 percent for a minimum of ______ feet.
• The type of door that requires that the frame be installed before the drywall is a:
• What is not allowed to be applied to planks used for scaffolding?
• An exterior house wrap will do all of the following except:
• All materials that are considered permissible for use as underlayment for hardwood flooring except for
• On graded sites, the top of any exterior foundation shall extend above the elevation of which feature at discharge?
• Which of the following is a typical requirement for stair construction in low-occupancy single-family homes?
• What screws are used to attach steel studs to the top and bottom steel track?
• Which of the following shall not be assumed to have a presumptive load bearing capacity for foundations?
• A lot shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls for a minimum of how many feet?
• If the blueprint does not disclose an exterior doors rough opening, the standard practice would be to frame the width ____ oversize
• Which step should follow screeding in a typical finishing sequence?
• What is the maximum slope of a footing trench before steeping is required?
• Which safety device on a manually guided powered concrete trowel permits quick shutdown by the operator?
• According to OSHA, all floor and bench mounted abrasive grinders with cup type wheels used for external grinding must be provided with all of the following safety devices EXCEPT:
• According to OSHA, what type of guard is required for a power saw?
• At what height must an employee wear a safety harness?
• Which is the standard depth of the base kitchen cabinet?
• What is the minimum gauge for sheet metal veneer wall ties?
• In wood floor framing, which is the lowest member that anchors to the foundation wall?
• CMU stands for
• Foundation plates or sills resting on concrete or masonry foundations shall be attached with
• Dampening of the subgrade or the wood concrete forms prior to the placement of concrete will have which effect?
• What is the correct placement of anchors for a metal track in steel frame construction to any substrate whether it be concrete or wood?
• Which should be used for drywall finishing in preparation for painting and wall covering?
• The maximum slope for a ramp within an accessible route of travel for required exits is no steeper than which ratio?
• Shower finished surface height above drain inlet must be at least how many inches?
• Which gauge is considered standard for exterior flashing?
• What is the minimum clear height of the dwelling egress door from the top of the threshold to the bottom of the stop?
• The seam overlap requirement for a vapor barrier in an unvented crawl space is at least how many inches?
• In a soil report describing sandy-gravel soil, the soil bearing value is most likely which value?
• how do you increase the compaction of sandy soil?
• What size landing is required at the top and bottom of a ramp?
• What is the minimum diameter of bolts used to anchor a roof structure to a masonry wall?
• In a 36-foot-wide building with a snow load of 30 psf, what is the maximum span a header of 2-2x10s can support, if the dead load includes a roof, ceiling, and one clear-span floor?
• When workers are required to enter a trench, shoring is required if the trench is what minimum depth?
• In veneer construction, wall ties for veneer shall be spaced no greater than which dimensions?
• Which of the following is the correct thickness for insulation in an interior floor assembly?
• In solid masonry construction, wire wall ties must be embedded to a minimum of how many inches?
• Which screw head is specified for attaching steel studs to the top and bottom tracks?
• Notching a load-bearing stud: what is the maximum allowed percentage?
• On steep roofs, what is the minimum drip edge extension back over the roof deck in inches?
• Which height triggers the use of a safety harness for workers on elevated surfaces?
• A lot shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls for a minimum distance of how many feet?
• What is the gauge of an average brick tie?
• OSHA requires 2 guards ( top & bottom) on which of the following saws ?
• What is the minimum size for a mortar joint for a concrete block on a foundation?
• What is the frame around a door called?
• On steep roofs, the drip edge should extend back over the roof deck by how many inches?
• Underlayment for clay roof tile shall comply with the following standard?
• Excessive slump loss during concrete pumping is an indicator of?
• Which gypsum board type is defined by its fire resistance?
• During trenching and excavating, what is the minimum clear unobstructed distance from the trench edge to the dirt or spoil pile?
• Which test measures concrete consistency?
• For insulation installations, the paper backing primarily serves to form which of the following?
• To increase mortar bonding, what should be added?
• Which component is used to protect the outside corners of gypsum board?
• What is required for the header when framing a stairwell opening that is 5 feet wide by 5 feet long
• To get air bubbles out of already laid concrete it is best to ______.
• Resilient channels in drywall are used primarily to achieve what?
• In emergency egress requirements for sleeping rooms, the minimum net clear opening width is at least how many inches?
• What is added to concrete to reduce water requirements by up to 30%?
• Which of the following is not required when submitting shop drawings for fire protection systems?
• The minimum depth of footings below the undisturbed ground surface shall be
• For soils classified as sandy gravel, foundation pressure shall not exceed how many PSF?
• What is the maximum bedjoint thickness between masonry units?
• When wide square edge boards are being used for board and batten siding, how should the batten strips be nailed?
• When exterior insulation board is used, how far below the grade must it extend?
• The minimum depth of a footing shall extend ... A -
• What is the maximum span for a single-member header used with floor openings?
• In an airless paint sprayer, which component controls the spray pattern?
• If you are using untreated wood siding, how far from the earth should it be?
• Which type of door has stiles, rails, and raised panels?
• Exterior insulation board must extend below grade by how many inches?
• Which fastening method is required to secure foundation plates or sills to a concrete or masonry foundation?
• What is the maximum ceiling-joist spacing for a shower area finished with tile on 5/8 inch gypsum board?
• What is the minimum width of a footing for light-frame construction?
• Which statement correctly defines the total run of a stairway?
• OSHA safety plan: If a company has 10 or more employees, what is required?
• what should be done to a concrete mix to increase ease of a pour?
• How should highly porous surfaces be finished?
• Which is most important when rescuing someone from a permit-required confined space?
• When installing poly underlayment, the edge overlap should be how much?
• In conventional light frame construction on soil with a load bearing value of 2,000 psf for a one-story building with 8 inch hollow concrete masonry walls, what is the minimum thickness of the spread footing?
• In MOST construction sites, water is allowed to be added to the concrete as long as?
• For a commercial deck, what is the minimum guardrail height above the finished floor?
• What is the maximum mortar thickness allowed in a masonry wall besides the starter course?
• To minimize moisture movement in a wall assembly, the vapor barrier should be placed on which side?
• If exterior door rough opening is not disclosed, standard practice is to frame the door width oversize by how many inches?
• Which statement describes the recommended first step when introducing specialty materials into a project?
• What is the maximum distance that a header made of two 2x12s can span across an opening with a clear span floor, roof and ceiling above it?
• Which of the following grades of veneer plywood designates the highest quality?
• In a two-story house with lap siding, the height intermediate landing is 61 1/2 inches. Which option lists this value as a possible measurement?
• What is the minimum size screw for attaching gypsum board to steel studs
• What is the material used to make vinyl flooring?
• What is the purpose of solid blocking in floor framing?
• What is the required edge overlap for poly underlayment under a concrete slab?
• How close can the string line be to the cinder block wall you are building?
• Which of the following is a typical method to restrain ends of bottom bearing joists laterally?
• What is the maximum spacing of ceiling joists in a shower area when using 5/8 inch water-resistant gypsum board with tile installed using adhesive?
• Using a superplasticizer admixture to increase the workability of concrete has a short-lived time of how many minutes?
• Exterior doors are more energy efficient if they are constructed with
• When framing a 5 ft by 5 ft opening in a wood joist floor intended for a stairwell, which framing method is required?
• For tracks in structural steel framing, the minimum flange width is which measurement?
• Which code reference is mentioned in connection with fire rating for roofing materials?
• What is the minimum pitch for an asphalt roof system?
• Which dimension is expressed first when referencing windows?
• What is the standard depth of an upper kitchen wall cabinet?
• The spacing requirement for metal ties in a masonry cavity wall corresponds to which code reference?
• What is the horizontal span or length of a stairway called?
• Notches on the ends of joists shall not exceed what percent of the joist depth?
• Where does the vapor barrier go in an attic that has 2 layers of batt insulation?
• why are cabinets scribed to the wall?
• In an area where empty drums that held flammable or hazardous product are being welded or cut, which practice is not allowed?
• Which wood species is most resistant to termite attack?
• Where are rain gutters attached?
• Which description most accurately defines an engineered structural wood product finished on all four sides?
• On scaffolding, what is the minimum width that platforms or walkways can be before fall protection is required?
• What is the correct statement regarding unprotected sill plates on a foundation?
• Weep screeds shall be a minimum of _____ corrosion resistant weep screed or plastic weep screed.
• What is the minimum width of a load bearing CMU wall with filled cells?
• Where the roof and exterior walls come together, how much higher should the exterior wall be than the roof on a built up roof ?
• A bank on an excavation site has a 3 to 1 slope; how many inches per foot will the bank rise?
• What is the minimum required width of a sidewalk around a construction site?
• The paper backing on an insulation batt is intended to form which barrier?
• What is the minimum guardrail height above the finished deck height for a restaurant deck or any commercial building?
• What is the maximum temperature allowed from a constant heat source behind drywall?
• Which system component receives inputs from automatic and manual fire alarm devices and may be capable of supplying power to detection devices and transponders or off-premises transmitters?
• For a 2x4 stud (width 3.5 inches), the maximum notch depth is approximately how many inches?
• In concrete masonry, which of the following increases compressive strength?
• The top and bottom horizontal member of a truss is called?
• Which of the following shall not be assumed to have a presumptive load bearing capacity for foundations?
• While trenching and excavating, OSHA requires that materials stored near the trench or excavation be at least ______ of the trench or excavation.
• Which of the following can be used as backfill outside a foundation WITHOUT being compacted
• When framing openings in floors with a header and trimmer joists, what maximum header joist span is allowed with a single member header?
• Which statement describes overworking concrete?
• What is used to fasten cement board to a wood-framed subfloor?
• Which test is used to determine the workability of fresh concrete?
• How should a drip edge be applied at the rake?
• Which statement about vibrating concrete is NOT true?
• In a double wythe masonry wall with a 2-inch cavity, what is the required spacing of reinforcing metal ties?
• What is the maximum allowable pressure for a latch on an emergency egress door?
• Weep screeds shall be a minimum of ______ corrosion resistant weep screed or plastic weep screed.
• Which occupancy load triggers the requirement for doors to swing in the direction of egress travel?
• In a masonry cavity wall, what is the maximum horizontal distance between metal ties?
• Which material will be least likely to chalk when painting an exterior wall?
• Solid blocking is required for floor joist that exceed what nominal size?
• Oxygen bottles in storage shall be separated from combustibles by at least how many feet?
• In masonry, the minimum bed joint size at the foundation is commonly...
• Which option is used to maintain the position of reinforcing steel in a concrete wall?
• According to code, what is the minimum compressive strength (psi) for plain concrete used in basement walls and foundations?
• What is the result of vibrating the concrete material?
• A stairway with a handrail on one side only shall develop a minimum width of _______.
• What is the thickest insulation panel that is allowed in an interior floor assembly?
• What are the minimum tread depth and maximum riser height for a staircase according to code?
• The component that processes inputs and may power detectors in a fire alarm system is called
• Brick veneer _______.
• The correct house wrap lap for edges and ends is?
• What percentage of a joist's depth is allowed for notches?
• For solid masonry, what is the minimum embedment depth for wire wall ties?
• Which slope is required for asphalt strip shingles?
• Which screw size is specified for 5/8 inch wood sheathing on a steel framed roof?
• What is the recommended method to achieve maximum compaction of soil?
• What is the minimum mortar joint size for concrete block on a foundation?
• Sprayed fire resistant materials are identified by which property related to rating?
• If you are using a mason's line to build a wall, how far should the string be from the wall?
• Two guards ( top & bottom) on which of the following saws?
• In stair design, the total run is best described as the sum of the
• What is the minimum thickness of fiber cement panel siding?
• For shotcrete, the maximum aggregate size is 3/4 inch. Which metric size corresponds to this?
• The _____ is the lowest member of a wood floor construction and attaches to the foundation wall using anchor bolts.
• The diagonal length of a rectangle measuring 12 ft by 16 ft is 20 ft.
• When installing brown cellulose insulation in an attic, how many inches of insulation are needed to have a R38 if the R factor is 3.1 per inch?
• For a sandy-gravel soil, what is the soils load bearing value?
• When creating a stairwell opening in a wood joist floor, which framing arrangement is typically required?
• For anchors placement for metal track in steel frame construction, how far from the end should anchors be placed at 24 inches on center?
• What type of connection should be used when an I-joist and a beam meet?
• Which diameter bolt is specified for anchoring foundation plates to the foundation?
• Which bolt diameter is the minimum for anchoring a roof structure to a masonry wall?
• What is the maximum notch at the end of a joist as a fraction of its depth?
• What is the ideal size of head and bed joints in masonry construction?
• Which option lists the minimum embedment depth for wire wall ties in solid masonry units?
• Scaffold planks must extend past end supports at least how many inches?
• According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, how big does the landing need to be at the bottom of the ramp?
• What is the maximum slope on a finish grade?
• Dropping concrete more than five feet onto reinforcing bars commonly causes what problem?
• According to the code, the minimum width of at least one egress (exterior) door servicing a residence is _____ inches
• An extension ladder is leaned against a vertical wall with the top contact point 20 feet above grade. What is the minimum distance the base must be from the wall?
• Optimum moisture content of the soil is the amount of moisture at which:
• A kind of molding installed on the vertical wall used to accept aluminum soffit panels is which channel?
• What is the minimum thickness of a concrete slab that is supported directly on the ground?
• Which option correctly identifies the value 2-2/3 (2.67) as the maximum wall area per veneer tie?
• What is the maximum vertical spacing for fireblocking?
• What is the minimum platform width on scaffolding before fall protection must be used?
• What is the primary purpose of using fiber reinforced plastic or zinc-coated reinforcing bars in construction?
• When floor joists are supported by masonry walls, the joists shall have a minimum bearing distance on each end of ____ inches
• The open-valley valley lining standards apply to which of the following?
• Which phrase best describes the required footing depth relative to the frost line given a 24 inch frost line?
• What is the minimum safe distance to place a portable heat source from a tarp?
• In multi-wythe masonry walls, the maximum distance between headers is 24 inches.
• In framing the space provided for a door, door jamb and space for adjustment is known as the __________.
• What is the minimum size screw for attaching gypsum board to steel studs
• If sandy gravel has a load bearing value of 3,000 psf, which value is higher?
• If snow load increases from 20 psf to 30 psf, what happens to the allowable header span?
• Which dimension is typically stated first when describing a window's size?
• OSHA requires a constant-pressure switch on most power tools; which tool is exempt from this requirement?
• As the temperature of the concrete mix increases, what is the effect on the concrete mix?
• Which molding is used to finish an interior surface at a right angle to the wall?
• Which material is not permissible as underlayment for hardwood floors?
• The classification of type 'X' gypsum board refers to the panel's:
• What is the minimum width of metal flashing required for a valley with asphalt shingles?
• Foundation walls should be waterproofed along which extent?
• What is the maximum bedjoint thickness between masonry units?
• The required depth for footings when following frost line guidelines is to extend
• Scaffold planks should extend past their end supports a MINIMUM of ________ inch(es).
• A residence hallway is 35 inches wide; the hallway is?
• Which power tool requires specific training of operators before they are allowed to operate it?
• What is the minimum guardrail height required on a residential deck?
• What should be added to concrete to make it pump easier?
• Underlayment for clay roof tile shall comply with which standard?
• Which of the following is a 'soft wood'?
• According to OSHA, powered concrete trowels that are manually guided shall be equipped with which safety feature?
• What is the minimum distance in feet to place a portable heat source from a plastic or canvas tarp?
• What is the minimum slope for a roof with a coal-tar built-up roof?
• What is the ideal size of head and bed joints in masonry construction?
• When installing vinyl siding vertically, what is the maximum vertical spacing between fasteners?
• When installing vinyl siding vertically, what is the maximum horizontal spacing between fasteners?
• When a protective bar 1-1/2 inches wide is installed at a height above the floor, the glazing does not need to be safety glazed. What is that height range?
• Which statement best describes the role of frost depth in footing design?
• In an exterior wall, brick on the outside, sheetrock on the inside, and insulation in between, where should the vapor barrier be placed?
• Which of the following defines a rabbet?
• Glass block installation may use which mortar type?
• What is the minimum gauge of sheet metal veneer wall ties?
• Which is the highest fireproof rating for shingles?
• An untreated wood girder beam that sits in a concrete foundation wall pocket exposed to weather must have a minimum air space of how much?
• What is the maximum amount of water allowed to accumulate in an occupied trench?
• What is the maximum vertical spacing for fire blocking?
• What is the maximum mortar thickness allowed in a masonry wall besides the starter course?
• Collar ties must be spaced not more than _____ on center
• Where gypsum board panels meet at outside corners, these corners should be protected with:
• What type of fastener should be used to attach steel studs to runners?
• Which statement describes a type of masonry tie?
• The proper compaction of soil is best achieved by:
• Which material is least likely to chalk when painted on an exterior wall?
• A concrete slab should be bull floated as soon as possible after which operation?
• Which of the following is not typical of ice protection for asphalt shingle roof?
• The molding used to finish an inside surface at a 90-degree angle is a?
• Particle board as underlayment is typically used for which application?
• What is the minimum thickness of a footing for a single-story frame residence?
• Nails used for installing Hardboard panel siding vertically must accommodate the sheathing and penetrate the framing a minimum of how much?
• The standard depth of the base kitchen cabinet is how many inches?
• Which of the following is not a suitable decking substrate for an asphalt shingle roof?
• When can the moisture curing process of concrete begin?
• In areas with high winds, the maximum nail spacing for underlayment is?
• Which of the following is not a function of exterior house wrap?
• What is the minimum footing width on solid rock?
• Where should a drip edge be placed at the rake relative to the underlayment?
• What is the maximum spacing of ceiling joists in a shower with 1/2 inch water-resistance gypsum board with tile attached using adhesive?
• For occupancies rated over 10, what is the maximum width of a single leaf door?