2015 IRC Exam 1 of 4 (1-24)

Question 1

1.  Who shall have authority to render interpretations of the code and adopt policies of a jurisdiction?
(p2 - 104.1)
a.  mayor 
b.  city manager 
c.  building official 
d.  zoning administrator

Answer 1

c. building official

Question 2

2.  A permit is required to \_\_\_\_\_ a structure.
(p3 - 105.1)
a.  enlarge 
b.  demolish 
c.  move 
d.  all of the above

Answer 2

d. all of the above

Question 3

3.  A permit is not required if \_\_\_\_\_\_ 
(p3 - 105.2)
a.  a homeowner does the work 
b.  a new contractor does the work 
c.  making minor repairs and alterations 
d.  making major repairs and alterations

Answer 3

c. making minor repairs and alterations

Question 4

4. When reroofing a structure what is required before starting a project?
   (p3 - 105.3)
   a. notify neighbors
   b. make written application to building official
   c. get a demolition permit
   d. No requirements

Answer 4

b. make written application to building official

Question 5

5.  Who is to be notified when the reroof job is ready for inspection?
(p7 - 109.1) 
a.  owner 
b.  building official 
c.  architect 
d.  engineer

Answer 5

b. building official

Question 6

6. What will occur if work is commenced before a permit is obtained?
   (p7 - 108.6)
   a. additional permit fees will be required
   b. a permit will not be granted
   c. a reduction of the permit fee will be assessed
   d. no action will be taken.

Answer 6

a. additional permit fees will be required

Question 7

7. A board of appeals shall be created to ___
   (p8 - 112.1)
   a. make changes to the code
   b. address problems with inspectors
   c. decide appeals of decisions made by building official
   d. limit the authority of the building official

Answer 7

c. decide appeals of decisions made by building official

Question 8

8.  A \_\_\_\_\_\_ probably would not be a member ofthe board of appeals. 
(p9 - 112.3)
a.  a certified architect 
b.  a certified engineer 
c.  a pilot 
d.  a certified contractor

Answer 8

c. a pilot

Question 9

9.  What species of wood is not naturally resistant to decay?
(p20 definition)  
a.  northern pine 
b.  black locust 
c.  hem-fir 
d.  teak

Answer 9

b. black locust

Question 10

10.  What is the minimum live load requirement for a deck attached to a residential structure?
(Table 301.5)
a.  20 lbs per square foot 
b.  30 lbs per square foot 
c.  40 lbs per square foot 
d.  50 lbs per square foot

Answer 10

c. 40 lbs per square foot

Question 11

11.  In combustible construction fire blocking is required and the material shall be made of\_\_\_\_" nominal lumber. 
(p54 - 302.11.2)
a.  1/2" 
b.  3/4"
c.  1"
d.  2"

Answer 11

d. 2”

Question 12

12.  Draft stopping materials shall not be less than \_\_\_\_\_" or other approved materials. 
(p55 - 302.12.1)
a.  0.25"  sheetrock 
b.  0.50"  plywood 
c.  0.375"  wood structural panel 
d.  2"  nominal wood lumber

Answer 12

c. 0.375” wood structural panel

Question 13

13.  Draft stopping shall be installed in attics and concealed roof spaces of occupant groups other than R-1, R-2, and R-3 so that any horizontal area does not exceed \_\_\_\_\_\_ square feet. 
(p55 - 302.12.1)
a.  1,000 
b.  1,500 
c.  2,000 
d.  3,000

Answer 13

d. 3,000

Question 14

14.  The minimum net glazed area to provide natural light shall not be less than \_\_\_ percent of the floor area of the room served.
(p55 - 303.1)
a.  2 
b.  4 
c.  6 
d.  8

Answer 14

d. 8

Question 15

15.  The maximum distance an escape or rescue window shall be above the floor is \_\_\_\_\_\_ inches. 
(p62 - 310.2.2)
a.  24 
b.  36 
c.  44 
d.  48

Answer 15

c. 44

Question 16

16.  What is the minimum headroom height of a stairway?
(p63 - 311.7.2)
a.  7 ft. 
b.  6 ft. 8 inches 
c.  6 ft. 
d.  8 ft.

Answer 16

b. 6 ft. 8 inches

Question 17

17. The corridor walls of a nightclub have carpet installed as a wall covering. What is the maximum allowable flame spread of this material?
    a. 200
    b. 75
    c. 50
    d. 25

Answer 17

d. 25

Question 18

18. What percentage of structural members shall be tested for sprayed fire-resistant materials on each floor?
    (p50)
    a. 100
    b. 75
    c. 50
    d. 25

Answer 18

d. 25

Question 19

19.  What is the minimum width of a stairway serving an occupant load of 100 people?
(p63 - 311.7)
a.  36 inches 
b.  44 inches 
c.  60 inches 
d.  no requirement

Answer 19

b. 44 inches

Question 20

20.  A handrail shall not be less than \_\_\_\_\_\_ in. measured above the stair tread nosings. 
(p66 - 311.8.3.1)
a.  32 
b.  34 
c.  36 
d.  38

Answer 20

b. 34

Question 21

21.  What is the maximum height a handrail can be above the stair tread nosings?
(p64 - R311.7.8.1)
a.  42. 
b.  38 
c.  36 
d.  32

Answer 21

b. 38

Question 22

22.  A guard shall be installed on a porch where the walking surface is more than \_\_\_\_\_\_ in. above the grade below. 
(p66 - R312.1.1)
a.  30 
b.  24 
c.  16 
d.  12

Answer 22

a. 30

Question 23

23.  Wood siding shall have a clearance of \_\_\_\_\_\_ inches from the ground or grade. 
(p70 - R317.1.5)
a.  2 
b.  4 
c.  6 
d.  8

Answer 23

c. 6

Question 24

24.  The minimum clearance of a foundation where the sill plate is not treated or naturally resistant to decay, and no masonry is used shall be \_\_\_\_\_\_ inches to exposed ground. 
(p70 - R317.1.2)
a.  6 
b.  8 
c.  12 
d.  18

Answer 24

b. 8