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LESSON 1: NATIONAL BUILDING CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES Flashcards

1
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“They are the ones responsible for carrying out the provision of the National Building Code in the field. They are also responsible in the annual inspections of all buildings and keep an up-to-date record of their status
A) Civil Engineer
B) The Secretary
C) Building Officials
D) Architects”

A

C) Building Officials

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“It is a type of construction where buildings shall be of wood construction with protective fire-resistant materials and one-hour-fire-resistive throughout: Except, that permanent non-bearing partitions may use fire-retardant treated wood within the framing assembly.
A) TYPE I
B) TYPE II
C) TYPE III
D) TYPE IV”

A

B) TYPE II

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“In chapter 2, what section states that the secretary shall formulate necessary rules and regulations and adopt design and construction standards.
a. Section 203
b. Section 210
c. Section 211
d. Section 202”

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C) Section 211

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“3.00 cubic meters with 1.00 square meter of floor area per person
a. School rooms
b. Habitable rooms
c. Kitchen
d. Workshops, factories and offices
“

A

A) School Rooms

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“Which of the following is the primary objective of the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines?
A) To ensure the efficient operation of water systems in commercial buildings
B) To promote proper hygiene, sanitation, and public health in all plumbing installations
C) To regulate water pressure in residential buildings
D) To reduce the cost of plumbing materials and installation”

A

B) To promote proper hygiene, sanitation, and public health in all plumbing installations

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“The National Plumbing Code of the Philippines mandates the use of cleanouts in plumbing systems. The purpose of a cleanout is to:
A) Provide an access point for inspecting or clearing obstructions in pipes
B) Control water pressure in the system
C) Connect the drainage system to stormwater
D) Support the pipe structure”

A

A) Provide an access point for inspecting or clearing obstructions in pipes

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“Which of the following documents must be submitted to the local building official for approval before starting construction under the NBCP?
A) Business permit
B) Architectural and structural plans
C) Environmental clearance certificate
D) Fire safety inspection certificate”

A

B) Architectural and structural plans

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“Which government agency is primarily responsible for enforcing the provisions of the National Building Code?
A) Department of Health (DOH)
B) Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
C) National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
D) National Building Code Authority (NBCA)”

A

B) Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)

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“What is the minimum air space requirements of school rooms?
A) 12.00 cubic meters of air space
per person
B) 14.00 cubic meters of air space per person.
C) 3.00 cubic meters with 1.00 square meter of floor
area per person
D) 11.00 cubic meters of air space per person.”

A

“C) 3.00 cubic meters with 1.00 square meter of floor
area per person”

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10
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“What is the minimum sizes of kitchens rooms and their least horizontal dimensions?
A) 1.20 square meters with a least dimension of
0.90 meter.
B) 6.00 square meters with a least
dimension of 2.00 meters.
C) 3.0 square meters with a least dimension of 1.50
meters
D) 5.0 square meters with a least dimension of 2.50
meters”

A

“C) 3.0 square meters with a least dimension of 1.50
meters”

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11
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“The NBCP states that firewalls are required between units in row houses. What is the minimum height of a firewall above the roofline?
A) 0.20 meters
B) 0.30 meters
C) 0.50 meters
D) 1.00 meter”

A

C) 0.50 meters

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12
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“What is the minimum live load requirement per square meter for corridors and balconies, according to the NBCP?
A) 100 kg
B) 200 kg
C) 250 kg
D) 300 kg”

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D) 300 kg

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13
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“What is the main purpose of the National Building Code?
A) To regulate architectural designs
B) To ensure safety, orderliness, and well-being in building construction
C) To provide landscape guidelines
D) To manage commercial property transactions”

A

B) To ensure safety, orderliness, and well-being in building construction

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14
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“Under the National Building Code, which document must be submitted before any major building renovation can begin?
A) Environmental Impact Assessment
B) Floor Plan
C) Building permit
D) Engineering safety certificate”

A

C) Building permit

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15
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“They are the ones that formulate necessary rules and regulations and adopt design and construction standards and criteria for buildings
and other structures.
a.) President
b.) Vice President
c.) Secretary
d.) Treasurer
“

A

C) Secretary

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16
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“In what number of days shall a Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued by Building Officials after final inspection and
submittal of a Certificate of Completion.
a.) 20
b.) 30
c.) 40
d.) 50
“

A

B) 30

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17
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“Known as Civil Engineering Law is by the board of Civil Engineering pursuant to Republic Act No. what? a.) 644 b). 444 c.) 544
d.) 744”

A

C) 544

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18
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“How many sections are in the Chapter 12 of National Building Code? a.) 12 b). 13 c.) 14
d.) 15”

A

D) 15

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19
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“In Chapter 12: General Design and Construction Requirements, what section specifies guidelines in Fire-Extinguishing Systems?

A.) Section 1209
B.) Section 1210
C.) Section 1211
D.) Section 1212”

A

D.) Section 1212

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20
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“Under Fire-Extinguishing Systems, the standpipes must be capable of delivering a minimum of _______ liters of water.

A.) 200 L
B.) 500 L
C.) 900 L
D.) 750 L”

A

C.) 900 L

21
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“Stages must have ventilators made of incombustible materials, covering at least 5% of the stage
floor area, designed to operate effectively under various conditions.
a.) Ventilators
b.) Stage Exits
c.) Signage and Maintenance
d.) Gridiron Requirements
“

A

d. Ventilators

22
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“At least two exits are required from the stage, ensuring safe egress during emergencies
a.) Ventilators
b.) Stage Exits
c.) Signage and Maintenance
d.) Gridiron Requirements
“

A

b. Stage Exits

23
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“What is the minimum size of rooms for human habitation?
A. 6 sq.m with at least dimension of 2 meters
B. 8 sq. m with at least dimension of 2 meters
C. 10 sq. m with at least dimension of 2 meters
D. 8 sq. m with at least dimension of 3 meters”

A

A. 6 sq.m with at least dimension of 2 meters

24
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“It is also known as the Civil Engineering Law?
A. Republic Act No. 3931
B. Republic Act No. 544
C. Republic Act No. 445
D. Republic Act No. 344”

A

B. Republic Act No. 544

25
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“At what point does roof drains shall be installed at the roof and shall be adequate in size to discharge all tributary waters?

A. low points
B. high points
C. mid points
D. upper points
“

A

A. low points

26
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“How many exit shall be required for stands within a building when there are more than 300 occupants within a stand and for open air stands with seats without backrests where a stand or section of a stand accommodates more than 1000 occupants?

A. three exits
B. two exit
C. four exit
D. only one exit
“

A

A. three exits

27
Q

“It must generally have metal frames, except for specific occupancy groups.
A. Skylights
B. Veneer
C. Roof Trusses
D. Stairs”

A

A. Skylights

28
Q

“These are required for balconies, landings, or porches that exceed 750 millimeters in height above the ground.
A. Penthouses
B. Railings
C. Roof Covering
D. Glasses
“

A

B. Railings

29
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“A type of construction that shall be fire-resistive.
A. Type I
B. Type III
C. Type IV
D. Type V”

A

D. Type V

30
Q

“It mandates that proposed buildings must comply with regulations concerning the quality, characteristics, and properties of materials,
along with the methods of design, construction, occupancy, and classification.
A. Building Permit
B. General Requirements
C. Design Requirements
D. Fire-Resistive Requirements”

A

B. General Requirements

31
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“The administration and enforcement of the provisions of the code and this IRR, including the imposition of penalties for administrative violations thereof,
is hereby vested by Secretary.
A. Section 203
B. Section 201
C. Section 204
D. Section 202
“

A

B. Section 201

32
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“This type of buildings shall be masonry and wood construction and exterior walls shall be of incombustible fire-resistive construction.

A. Type III
B. Type II
C. Type V
D. Type I
“

A

A. Type III

33
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“What is the minimum required compressive strength (𝑓’𝑚) for load-bearing concrete hollow block (CHB) masonry under NSCP?

A) 3.5 MPa
B) 5.0 MPa
C) 7.0 MPa
D) 10.0 MPa”

A

C) 7.0 MPa

34
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“According to NSCP, what is the maximum spacing for vertical reinforcement in a load-bearing wall made of concrete hollow blocks?

A) 600 mm
B) 800 mm
C) 1200 mm
D) 1500 mm”

A

C) 1200 mm

35
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“All on-site work done in the site preparation, excavation, foundation, assembly of all the components and installation of utilities.
A. Demolition
B. Construction
C. Renovation
D. Modification
“

A
36
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“The transfer of buildings/structures or portions thereof from original location or position to another, either within the same lot or to a different one.
A. Moving
B. Transportation
C. Construction
D. Switching

”

A

A. Moving

37
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”
How many doorways are required for exit regulations
A.1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
“

A

B. 2

38
Q

“What is the minimum ceiling height of Projection rooms in Construction Standards?

A. 2.40 meters
B. 7.00 square meters
C. 3.50 square meters
D. 5.50 meters “

A

A. 2.40 meters

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“Works in buildings involving changes in the materials used, partitioning, location, and equipment but does not increase the building height or floor area.
A. Alteration
B. Modification
C. Conversion
D. Renovation”

A

A. Alteration

40
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“What is not a qualification for Building officials?
A. A Filipino citizen and of good moral character
B. A duly registered architect or civil engineer
C. Has at least 1 year of professional experience inbuilding, design, and construction
D. Completed a seminar workshop on PD 1096 and its IRR conducted by the DPWH
“

A

C. Has at least 1 year of professional experience inbuilding, design, and construction

41
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“This type of construction where buildings shall be made of wood construction.
A. Type I
B. Type II
C. Type III
D. Type IV”

A

A. Type I

42
Q

“These are non-structural decorative or protective facing attached to the building’s exterior or interior.
A. Walls
B. Veneer
C. Footings
D. Foundations”

A

B. Veneer

43
Q

“According to the National Building Code, what is a key requirement for electrical systems in buildings?
A. Use of the most expensive components
B. Compliance with safety standards to prevent hazards
C. Installation by the building owner
D. Frequent changes in the wiring system”

A

B. Compliance with safety standards to prevent hazards

44
Q

“The National Building Code includes provisions for energy efficiency. Which of the following is recommended?
A. Using non-renewable energy sources
B. Implementing energy-efficient designs and materials
C. Increasing energy consumption
D. Ignoring energy regulations”

A

“B. Implementing energy-efficient designs and materials
“

45
Q

“The National Building Code of the Philippines is also known as:
A. Presidential Decree No. 856
B. Presidential Decree No. 1096
C. Republic Act No. 6541
D. Republic Act No. 9163”

A

B. Presidential Decree No. 1096

46
Q

“The National Building Code of the Philippines was established to address issues related to:
A. Building stability, accessibility, fire safety, and overall structural integrity
B. Transportation systems and public infrastructure
C. Environmental conservation only
D. Architectural styles and aesthetic consistency”

A

A. Building stability, accessibility, fire safety, and overall structural integrity

47
Q

“Which of the following serves as the guide for many engineers in the practice of their profession, outlining standards and regulations to ensure safety and compliance in construction?
a. Occupational Health and Safety Code
b. Environmental Protection Code
c. Building Code
d. Electrical Code
“

A

c. Building Code

48
Q

“In Chapter 4, Types of Construction, Section 401, what type of buildings shall be of steel, iron, concrete, or masonry construction, with walls, ceilings, and permanent partitions made of incombustible, fire-resistive construction? Except, that permanent non-bearing partitions of one-hour fire-resistive construction may use fire-retardant treated wood within the framing assembly.
a. Type 1
b. Type 2
c. Type 3
d. Type 4”

A

a. Type 4

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