535.228: SOP, Structural Systems

Question 1

Foundations:
The inspector shall report:

a. Type of foundation
b. Vantage point of inspection
c. Life expectancy of foundation
d. A & B

Answer 1

d. A & B

Question 2

Foundations:

Inspector shall render a written opinion at to the performance of the foundation (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 2

TRUE

Question 3

Foundations:
Types of foundations include:

A. Pier & Beam
B. Slab-on-Grade (post tension)
C. Slab-on-Grade (steel reinforced)
D. ALL OF THE ABOVE

Answer 3

D. ALL OF THE ABOVE

Question 4

Foundations:
The inspector is NOT required to enter a crawl space or any area where headroom is less than ____ or the access opening is less than _____ wide & _____ high.

A. 20”, 20”, 22”
B. 30”, 22”, 30”
C. 18”, 24”, 30”
D. 18”, 24”, 36”

Answer 4

D. 18”, 24”, 36

Question 5

Grading & Drainage
The inspector is NOT required to determine area _______ or the presence of _______.

A. Hydrology, underground water
B. Soil conditions, contamination
C. Sloping, settlement
D. Soil drainage, underground vilolations

Answer 5

A. Hydrology, underground water

Question 6

Foundation:

All lumber used in wood foundation applications shall be pressure preservative treated & dried (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 6

TRUE

[IRC R402.1.2]

Question 7

Roof Structures & Attics:
The inspector shall report:

A. The vantage point from which the attic was inspected.
B. Approximate average depth of attic insulation
C. Evidence of water penetration
D. ALL OF THE ABOVE

Answer 7

D. ALL OF THE ABOVE