Preview Questions Building Inspector | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How should inspectors handle "underground construction" inspections?

Which action should you take?

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Inspectors should only verify underground systems during the final inspection

Inspectors should ensure proper installation of foundations, utilities, and drainage systems below ground to meet compliance standards

Underground construction inspections are unnecessary unless damage occurs

Underground inspections are irrelevant for most residential sites

Question 2: How should an inspector assess "safety barriers" during site inspections?

Which action should you take?

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Safety barriers are irrelevant during site inspections unless an accident occurs

Safety barriers are only checked at the end of construction

Inspectors do not need to verify safety barriers unless there is a complaint

Inspectors ensure that safety barriers are properly installed to protect workers and the public from hazards on the construction site

Question 3: How does a building inspector assess the compliance of concrete for structural use?

Which action should you take?

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Ensuring that concrete is mixed and cured according to specified strength and durability requirements

Verifying only the color of the concrete mix for aesthetic purposes

Testing concrete for moisture content, excluding structural properties

Checking the visual appearance of the concrete surface without testing strength

Question 4: How does the "fire alarm system" impact building code compliance during inspections?

Which action should you take?

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Inspectors ensure that fire alarm systems are installed according to the fire code and functioning to alert occupants in case of an emergency

Inspectors only check fire alarms during the final inspection phase

Fire alarm systems are only relevant if there is a fire risk in the area

Fire alarm checks are unnecessary unless a complaint is filed

Question 5: How does material handling compliance contribute to site safety standards during a building inspection?

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Checking that materials meet cost-effective standards without considering handling procedures

Ensuring that materials are stored and handled safely to prevent hazards such as falls, tipping, or spillage

Ensuring that materials are placed aesthetically without considering safety

Verifying only that materials are stored neatly without ensuring proper safety measures

Question 6: How does electrical safety impact site inspections for compliance with safety standards?

Which action should you take?

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Checking only the color and finish of electrical wiring without regard to safety standards

Ensuring that electrical wiring is aesthetic, regardless of safety concerns

Verifying that electrical systems comply with cost-efficient materials without ensuring safety

Verifying that electrical systems are properly grounded, have overcurrent protection, and meet NEC standards