ICC BOLTING ACTUAL EXAM NEWEST ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS, Exams of Structural Design and Architecture

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ICC BOLTING ACTUAL EXAM NEWEST ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!
According to the IBC, the "blank" is to hire the special inspector. -CORRECT ANSWER-owner
or owners agent. 2009 IBC Section 1704.1
According to the IBC, the "blank" is the responsible for the approval of a person's
qualifications to act as a special inspector. -CORRECT ANSWER-code official. 2009 IBC,
Section 1704.1
According to the IBC, discrepancy corrections are made known to the building official by: -
CORRECT ANSWER-final report. 2009 IBC, Section1704.1.2
When is the code official to be made aware of a discrepancy found during a special
inspection? -CORRECT ANSWER-If it is not corrected by the contractor. 2009 IBC, Section
1704.1.2
According to the Model Program for Special Inspection, the special inspector is to document
work that is nonconforming: -CORRECT ANSWER-In a written report - Section II B 4 - Model
Programs
According to the Model Program for Special Inspection, the special inspector is to prepare
written report of inspection: -CORRECT ANSWER-After each inspection visit - Section II B 5 -
Model Programs
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According to the IBC, the "blank" is to hire the special inspector. - CORRECT ANSWER-owner or owners agent. 2009 IBC Section 1704. According to the IBC, the "blank" is the responsible for the approval of a person's qualifications to act as a special inspector. - CORRECT ANSWER-code official. 2009 IBC, Section 1704. According to the IBC, discrepancy corrections are made known to the building official by: - CORRECT ANSWER-final report. 2009 IBC, Section1704.1. When is the code official to be made aware of a discrepancy found during a special inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER-If it is not corrected by the contractor. 2009 IBC, Section 1704.1. According to the Model Program for Special Inspection, the special inspector is to document work that is nonconforming: - CORRECT ANSWER-In a written report - Section II B 4 - Model Programs According to the Model Program for Special Inspection, the special inspector is to prepare written report of inspection: - CORRECT ANSWER-After each inspection visit - Section II B 5 - Model Programs

According to the Model Program for Special Inspection, which of the following items does not need to be included in each inspection report? - CORRECT ANSWER-Description of discussions with the contractor - Section B 5 - Model Programs According to the Specification for Structural Joints using high strength bolts, the nominal diameter of standard bolt holes shall be how much larger than the nominal bolt diameter? - CORRECT ANSWER-1/16 inch - Specification for Structural Joints Table 3. Discrepancies in the work shall be brought to the immediate attention of the "blank" for corrective action. - CORRECT ANSWER-the contractor - 2009 IBC, Section 1704.1.2. The special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to the "blank" and to the "blank"? - CORRECT ANSWER-Building Official and Registered Design professional The special inspector shall provide continuos inspection of: - CORRECT ANSWER-Single-pass fillet welds greater than 5/16 inch in size - 2099 IBC, Table 1704.3, Item 5. The special inspections required by this code are not required where the work is done on the premise of a? - CORRECT ANSWER-Approved fabricator - 2009 IBC, Section 1704.2. The special inspection of the steel fabrication process shall not be required where the fabricator does not perform any? - CORRECT ANSWER-heating operations - 2009 IBC, Section 1704.3, Exceptions # 1 According to the Specifications for Structural Steel Buildings, ASTM Standard "blank" is to be used for the material test for steel sheets. - CORRECT ANSWER-A568 - Section A31, Specifications for Structural Steel Buildings According to the Specifications for Structural Steel Buildings, the "blank" conducts the material tests for identification of the structural steel. - CORRECT ANSWER-Fabricator or Testing Laboratory - Section A31, Specifications for Structural Steel Buildings.

Steel furnished for structural load-carrying purposes shall be properly : - CORRECT ANSWER- Identified - 2009 IBC, Section 2203. Steel that is not readily identifiable as to grade by marking and test records shall be: - CORRECT ANSWER-tested - 2009 IBC, Section 2203. Where materials or assemblies are required by this code to be labeled, such material and assemblies shall be labeled by: - CORRECT ANSWER-An approved agency - 2009 IBC, Section

Inspection of the steel frame for compliance with the approved construction documents should verify: - CORRECT ANSWER-Member location, Bracing, and Stiffening - 2009 IBC, Section 1704.3.2. Continuous inspection of bolt pre-tensioning is required when using: - CORRECT ANSWER- The calibrated wrench method - 2009 IBC, Section 1704.3.3.3. Where required by the code, the building owner shall employ a registered design professional to perform: - CORRECT ANSWER-Structural Observation - 2009 IBC, Section

According to the Specification for Structural Joints, how does the special inspector verify the bolts, nuts, and washers meet the requirements of A325 or A490 specifications? - CORRECT ANSWER-Manufacturer certification - Section 2.1 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, how are the high-strength bolts, nuts, and washers to be stored at the job site? - CORRECT ANSWER-In a protected shelter in closed containers - Section 2.2 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, how does the special inspector determine the type of high-strength bolts that are to be used for a project or particular bolt joints? - CORRECT ANSWER-The engineer of record's project drawings - Secton 2.3.1 - Specification for Structural Joints

According to the Specification for Structural Joints, what is the minimum high-strength bolt extension from the outer face of the nut after installation? - CORRECT ANSWER-flush - Section 2.3.2 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, for snug tightened joints, washers are required only for which of the following conditions? - CORRECT ANSWER-When a slotted hole occurs in the outer ply of the joint and/or when the outer face of a joint has a slope greater than 1:20 - Section 6.1 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, for pretensioned and slip critical joints, which of the following conditions require washers in the high-strength bolted connection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Calibrated wrench pretensioning, Oversized or slotted hole in the outer ply of the connection, or Twist-off type tension control bolt. - Section 6.2 - Specification for Structural Joints. According to the Specification for Structural Joints, where compressible washer type direct tension indicators are used, the "blank" is responsible for providing detailed installation instructions? - CORRECT ANSWER-compressible washer manufacturer - Section 2.6 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, where twist-off tension control bolts are used, what field inspection is of primary importance for joint strength? - CORRECT ANSWER- bolt length - Section 2.7.2 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, it is important that all connected plies within the grip of a high-strength bolt be steel: - CORRECT ANSWER-Because compressible material would preclude the development of adequate bolt tension - Section 3.1 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, the raying surfaces of a joint must be "blank" for proper installation of a pretensioned high-strength bolt? - CORRECT ANSWER- coated, uncoated, or galvanized - Section 3.2.1 - Specification for Structural Joints

According to the Specification for Structural Joints, a direct tension indicator looks like: - CORRECT ANSWER-A washer with arch-like protrusions on the bearing surface. - Section 8.2.4 and associated commentary - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, when bolts are installed by the direct- tension indicator, they are verified for the correct tension by: - CORRECT ANSWER-Measuring the gap between the direct tension indicator and the bolt head. - Section 8.2.4 and associated commentary - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, the inspection task that is common to all of the allowable methods of pretensioning high-strength bolts is: - CORRECT ANSWER- Checking the condition of the bolt and the washer from storage, Checking the markings on the bolts and washers, and Observing the required pre-installation testing for bolt tension. - Section 9 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, what is not included in the inspection for the snug tight method of installation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Clamping force from the bolt. - Section 9.1 - Specification for Structural Joints According to the Specification for Structural Joints, what additional inspection is required for slip-critical joints? - CORRECT ANSWER-Checking the condition of faying surfaces - Sections 3.2.2 and 9.3 - Specification for Structural Joints What is the ASTM standard for high-strength bolts? - CORRECT ANSWER-A325 and A490 - Glossary and Section 2.3.1 - Specification for Structural Joints What is the ASTM Standard for high-strength nuts? - CORRECT ANSWER-A563 - Section 2.4.

  • Specification for Structural Joints What is the ASTM Standard for high-strength washers? - CORRECT ANSWER-F436 - Section 2.5 - Specification for Structural Joints

What is the ASTM Standard for compressible washer-type direct tension indicators? - CORRECT ANSWER-F959 - Section 2.6.1 - Specification for Structural Joints ASTM A490 and galvanized ASTM A325 bolts: - CORRECT ANSWER-Shall not be reused - Section 2.3.3 - Specification for Structural Joints Only as many fastener components as are anticipated to be installed during the work shift shall be taken from: - CORRECT ANSWER-Protected storage - Section 2.2 - Specification for Structural Joints When approved by the engineer of record, short-slotted holes are permitted "blank" of snug-tightened joints. - CORRECT ANSWER-in any or all plies - Section 3.3.3 - Specification for Structural Joints (true or false) Fastener components that accumulate rust or dirt may be incorporated into the work if they are requalified. - CORRECT ANSWER-True - Section 2.2 - Specification for Structural Joints Manufacturer certification documents for all fastener components used in the fastener assemblies shall be available to the "blank" prior to the assembly or erection of structural steel. - CORRECT ANSWER-Engineer of Record and the Inspector - Section 2.1 - Specification for Structural Joints When approved by the engineer of record, black "blank" high-strength bolts are permitted to be reused. - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM A325 - Section 2.3.3 - Specification for Structural Joints Heavy-Hex nuts shall meet the requirements of: - CORRECT ANSWER-A563 - Section 2.4.1 - Specification for Structural Joints Flat circular washers shall meet the requirements of: - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM F436 - Section 2.5 - Specification for Structural Joints

According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, what party is to review the fabricators shop and erection drawings? - CORRECT ANSWER-Owner's representatives for design and construction - Section 4.4 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, the "BLANK" must be approved before the fabrication of the structural steel begins. - CORRECT ANSWER- shop and erection drawings - Section 4.4.1 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, "BLANK" is the tolerance on the length of a floor beam that is less than 30 feet long. - CORRECT ANSWER- 1/16 inch - Section 6.4.1 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice "BLANK" of the steel surface is required prior to shop painting. - CORRECT ANSWER-Wire Brushing - Section 6.5.2 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, the permitted method of applying shop paint is: - CORRECT ANSWER-Brushing, Rolling, or spraying - Section 6.5.3 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, the "BLANK" is responsible for the temporary vertical and lateral supports necessary for the erection of the building framework. - CORRECT ANSWER-Steel erection contractor - Section 7.10.3 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges Which section of the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges includes the permitted tolerances for detailed erection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Section 7.13 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, "BLANK" are allowed in moderate amounts for correction of errors during steel framing erection. -

CORRECT ANSWER-drift pins, grinding, and reaming. - Section 7.14 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, what types of openings for other trades are allowed to be cut in the structural steel? - CORRECT ANSWER- Only those openings shown on the contract document drawings and specifications. - Section 7.15 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the AISC Steel Construction Manual, what should be done if grouting is delayed on a base plate supported by leveling nuts until after steel erection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Use steel shims to support the base plate. Page 14-7, Part 14, AISC Steel Construction Manual According to the AISC Steel Construction Manual, the recommended maximum size of anchor rod hole in a base plate for a 1 inch diameter anchor rod is "BLANK" inches. - CORRECT ANSWER- 1 - 13/16 inches - Table 14-2, Part 14, AISC Steel Construction Manual According to the AISC Steel Construction Manual, the minimum washer thickness for a base plate anchor rod 1 inch diameter is "BLANK" inches. - CORRECT ANSWER-⅜ inch - Table 14-2, Part 14, AISC Steel Construction Manual According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, who is responsible for the accurate location and strength of the foundation piers for the base plates? - CORRECT ANSWER-owners designated representative for construction - Section 7.3 - Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, who is responsible for the correct setting of the anchor rods for the base plates? - CORRECT ANSWER-owners designated representative for construction - Section 7.5.1 - owners designated representative for construction What is the flange thickness of W14x730 - CORRECT ANSWER- 4 - 15/16 inch - AISC 1-20 Table 1 - 1

Steel bearing plates over 2 inches but not over 4 inches in thickness are permitted to be straightened by: - CORRECT ANSWER-pressing - AISC 16.1-147, M2 8 1 Top surfaces of bearing plates need not be milled when "BLANK" are provided between the column and the bearing plate. - CORRECT ANSWER-complete joint penetration groove welds

  • AISC 16.1-147, M2 Section 8 3 Regardless of the type of splice used, lack of contact bearing of column compression joints and base plates is permitted provided the gap does not exceed "BLANK" inches? - CORRECT ANSWER-1/16 inch - AISC 16.1-149, M4 Section 4 Column bases shall be set level and to correct elevation with full bearing on: - CORRECT ANSWER-concrete or masonry - AISC 16.1-148, M4 Erection 1 According to the IBC, which of the following cases are exceptions to where special inspections are required? - CORRECT ANSWER-Building components where a design professional is not required, Group U occupancies that are accessory to residential occupancy, or Work of a minor Nature According to the IBC, which is the first party the special inspector is to notify regarding a discrepancy found during special inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Contractor Which of the following reference documents has report forms? - CORRECT ANSWER-Model Programs for Special Inspection At completion of fabrication "BLANK" shall submit a certificate of compliance to the building official - CORRECT ANSWER-The approved fabricator The special inspector shall perform an inspection of "BLANK" to verify compliance with the details shown on the approved construction documents, such as bracing, stiffening, member locations, and proper applications of joint details at each location. - CORRECT ANSWER-The steel frame

The special inspector need not be continuously present during the welding of: - CORRECT ANSWER-Single-pass fillet welds not exceeding 5/16 inch in size According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, the "BLANK" identifies each primary structural steel member, so it is placed in the correct location in the building - CORRECT ANSWER-Fabricator According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, ASTM Standard "BLANK" is to be used for the material tests to determine the type of structural steel consisting of hot-rolled structural shapes. - CORRECT ANSWER-A According to the Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, which party performs material tests of the structural steel for verification of material properties? - CORRECT ANSWER-Steel supplier According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, "BLANK would not apply to a sample for hot-rolled steel shapes. - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM A Identification markings for structural steel shall conform to "BLANK" standards specified in the approved construction documents. - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM Identification markings for high-strength bolts, nuts, and washers shall conform to "BLANK" standards specified in the approved construction documents. - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM Compressible-washer-type direct tension indicators shall meet the requirements of: - CORRECT ANSWER-ASTM According to the Specification for Structural Joints, which of the following is the definition of a "Faying Surface"? - CORRECT ANSWER-The plane of contact between two plies of a joint According to the Specification for Structural Joints, the "BLANK" is an allowed method for installing pretensioned bolted joints. - CORRECT ANSWER-Calibrated wrench method

Thermally cut surfaces shall be ground smooth for: - CORRECT ANSWER-Cyclically loaded joints Fastener components that accumulate rust or dirt shall be incorporated into the work unless they are: - CORRECT ANSWER-prequalified Fully inserted finger shims between the faying surfaces of load-transmitting elements of bolted joints: - CORRECT ANSWER-Are not considered a long slotted element of the joint Washers "BLANK" required in snug-tightened joints, except as required in Section 6.1.1 and 6.1.2 of the Specification for Structural Joints - CORRECT ANSWER-are not When a slotted hole occur in "BLANK", an ASTM F436 washer or a 5/16 inch thick common plate washer shall be used to cover the hole. - CORRECT ANSWER-an outer ply A tension calibrator shall be used where bolts are to be installed in: - CORRECT ANSWER- Pretensioned joints The accuracy of the tension calibrator shall be confirmed through calibration: - CORRECT ANSWER-at least annually A representative sample of not fewer than "BLANK" fasteners assemblies of each combination of diameter, length, and grade of bolt used in the work shall be checked at the site of installation to verify that the pretensioning method develops a pretension that is equal to or greater "BLANK" times than specified. - CORRECT ANSWER-three and 1. The snug-tightened condition is the tightness that is attained with a few impacts of an impact wrench or: - CORRECT ANSWER-The full effort of an ironworker using an ordinary spud wrench The minimum bolt pretension for a 1 ⅛ inch ASTM A325 HSB bolt is: - CORRECT ANSWER- 80 kips

Given: bolt length is more than 4 diameters but less than 8 diameters. One face of material is normal to the bolt axis; the other is sloped not more than 1:20. What is the required nut rotation? - CORRECT ANSWER-⅔ turn The pre-installation verification procedures specified in "BLANK" shall be performed daily for the calibration of the installation wrench. Torque values determined from tables or from "BLANK" that claim to relate torque to "BLANK" shall not be used. - CORRECT ANSWER- Section 7; equations; pretension When the turn of the nut pretensioning method is used for installation, the inspection shall be in accordance with which section of the Specification for Structural Joints? - CORRECT ANSWER-9.2. When the calibrated wrench pretensioning method is used for installation, the inspection shall be in accordance with which section of the Specification for Structural Joints? - CORRECT ANSWER-9.2. According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, the type of drawings commonly used to verify the location of structural members and their connections are: - CORRECT ANSWER-Fabricators' shop and erection drawings According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. what fabrication process is to be used on column ends for a compression joint that depends on contact bearing for transfer of load? - CORRECT ANSWER-milled ends According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, the document which includes the required dimensional tolerances for structural steel is the: - CORRECT ANSWER-Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges According to the Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, the special inspector can check an individual structural steel member to see that it is the proper one for a certain location in the building by viewing the: - CORRECT ANSWER-Fabricators marking on the member which matches the location of that member on the shop drawings