B3/61 Contractor Trade Practice Exam

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