Preview Questions Building Inspector | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: Which document should a building inspector refer to when verifying fire safety measures in a building?

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IBC Chapter 7

NFPA 13

AIA Guide

OSHA 1926

Question 2: What is the minimum size of the main electrical service entrance cable for a 200-amp residential system?

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4 AWG

2 AWG

1 AWG

6 AWG

Question 3: How does a building inspector verify waterproofing materials during a site inspection?

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Checking the aesthetic appearance of the waterproofing material without verifying its functionality

Verifying that waterproofing materials are cost-efficient, ignoring performance

Ensuring that waterproofing membranes, sealants, and coatings are properly installed and meet performance standards

Ensuring that waterproofing is only used in high-rise buildings, excluding others

Question 4: When selecting an adhesive for flooring installation, what is the primary factor to consider for concrete floors?

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The cost of the adhesive

The temperature tolerance of the adhesive

The color of the adhesive

The moisture vapor transmission rate of the adhesive

Question 5: How does sustainability play a role in building materials inspection?

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Inspecting that materials meet local environmental regulations and sustainability standards, such as energy efficiency and recyclability

Checking that low-cost materials are used without considering their sustainability impact

Verifying that the materials have aesthetic appeal but do not meet environmental regulations

Ensuring that only imported materials are used without considering sustainability

Question 6: How should an inspector verify "grading" and "slope" during site inspections?

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Inspectors should ensure that the grading and slope meet code requirements to prevent water pooling and foundation damage

Grading and slope are only checked during the design phase and are not relevant for inspections

Grading and slope do not need to be checked unless there is a drainage issue

Inspectors only need to verify slope for aesthetic reasons, not functional ones