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What is the first offense penalty for engaging in the practice of residential building without a license? - correct answer. Not less than $5,000 and not more than $25, and/or one year in prison. Subsequent violations can extend the prison time to up to 2 years.

What is the penalty for engaging in the practice of residential builders license, resulting in a death? - correct answer. Not less than $5,000 and not more than $25,000 and/or four years in prison

On your individual builder's license application, what should you write as your "business address"? - correct answer. Your personal address

What is the cost for the individual builder's license? - correct answer. $

After receiving your residential builder's license, what are the only trades not covered by your license? - correct answer. Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC

Who is the TESTING company for the State of Michigan? - correct answer. PSI

What is the name of the department that regulates your license? - correct answer. LARA

What are the 2 parts of the Residential Builder Examination? - correct answer. Business and Law examination/Practice and Trade examination

What is a good quick asset ratio? - correct answer. 1 to 1

Under the Carpentry section of the test, what does a "span table" tell us? - correct answer. What species and what grade of lumber a floor joist has to be to span a certain distance

Which is NOT a reason that you need a residential business license? It allows you to be able to file a lein on property It allows you to pull a residential permit It allows you to file a lawsuit if necessary It allows you to work on commercial properties - correct answer. It allows you to work on commercial properties

Where does most fraud occur? - correct answer. In the residential market

As a builder, your license falls under the regulation of: - correct answer. Both rules by the director and board as well as laws of the state of Michigan

What is the make up of the 9 members of the board? - correct answer. 4 residential builders, 2 M + A contractors, and 3 members of the general public

Under the definition of occupational code, what does the word "limitation" refer to? - correct answer. A condition, stricture, restraint or probation attached to a license relative to the scope of practice

Who, upon completion of a hearing, shall assess a penalty or penalties? - correct answer. The Board

If you fail to renew your license or registration on or before the expiration date, how many days do you have to resubmit with the proper payment and late fee? - correct answer. 60 days

When the department is investigating a complaint and finds evidence of a violation, what actions can be brought against the respondent? - correct answer. A cease and desist order, a formal complaint, and/or a citation

How many days after the administrative law hearings examiner hears the report, must a determination of penalties be made by the board? - correct answer. 60 days

What is a compliance conference? - correct answer. A meeting where ONLY the respondent meets with the department to discuss the complaint against them

Which of the following terms means a premise used or intended to be used for a residential purpose and related facilities appurtenant to the premises used or intended to be used as an adjunct of residential occupancy? - correct answer. Residential structure

An employee other than the listed salesperson may make a sale when: - correct answer. It is occasional and incidental to the person's principal employment

The following are reasons that someone would be allowed to operate without a residential business license: - correct answer. - They are an authorized representative of the United States government

• They are the owner of a rental property with reference to the maintenance and alteration of that rental property
• An owner of property with reference to a structure on the property for the owner's own use and occupancy

Beginning the license cycle after December 21, 2007, the department shall issue the license of a residential builder and residential maintenance and alteration contractor for a period of how many years in duration? - correct answer. 3 years

After receiving your initial residential builder's license, how many hours of continuing competency are required within the next 3 years? - correct answer. 21 hours

If a salesperson desires to change employment from one residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor to another: - correct answer. The license shall be forwarded to the department, an application will be made for a transfer, and a new license under the salesperson's new employer will be issued

Regarding workmanship, how long does a client have to file a "verified complaint"? - correct answer. 18 months from the completion of work

If a licensed residential builder or licensed residential maintenance and alteration contractor wishes to change the control or direction of the business, how long do they have to report that change to the department? - correct answer. 10 days

The department shall conduct a review upon notice that a licensee has violated the asbestos abatement contractors licensing act. What are the possible consequences for for this violation? - correct answer. The department may suspend or revoke that person's license and fines may be issued

When the board issues the findings of a verified complaint: - correct answer. - The department shall post on its website any final order of the board and the date it was issued

• The posting shall occur within 30 days after the final order is issued
• The department shall annually post on its website the number of final orders to the board

According to the Administrative Rules, an application for a license shall include: - correct answer. - The residence address of all individuals, partners, officers and/or members, as requested by the department

• The address of the principal place of business in Michigan

Upon final order of license suspension or revocation, the licensee shall surrender the license to the department within how many days of the date of suspension or revocation? - correct answer. 10 days

According to Administrative rules, a licensee shall include the following in all advertising:

• correct answer. - The name on the license
• The license number
• The actual business address as shown on the license

According to purchase and sale agreements, the builder or contractor shall make certain that the written agreements clearly state the terms of the transaction, including: - correct answer. - Specifications and cost

• The type and quality of materials
• The type and amount of work to be done

The department, after investigation, may request a licensee to appear at such _________ as is necessary to determine whether there is cause for complaint which would require a hearing on, or dismissal of, the complaint. - correct answer. Investigative conference

A respondent in a complaint may be represented by: - correct answer. An attorney or his/her own self

What act was created to collect fees for the regulation of certain occupations and professions, and for certain agencies and businesses; to create certain funds; and to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain state agencies and departments? - correct answer. State License Fee Act

What is the "Occupational License For Former Offenders Act"? - correct answer. An act to encourage and contribute to the rehabilitation of former offenders and to assist them in the assumption of the responsibilities of citizenship

According to the "Building Contract Fund", evidence of "intent to defraud" is defined as:

• correct answer. When a contractor, or any subcontractor, appropriates moneys to his/her self for building operations BEFORE the payment by him of all moneys due or so to become due laborers, subcontractors, materialmen or others entitled to payment

According to the Construction Lien Act, what must be supplied by owner, General Contractor, Sub-Contractor, or Supplier within 10 days of being asked for a copy by anyone entitled to a copy? - correct answer. Notice of commencement

The "Claim of Lien" must be filed within how many days of LAST furnishing labor or materials for a project? - correct answer. 90 days

Proceedings to foreclose must take place within ____ of the date that the claim lien was recorded. - correct answer. 1 year

According to the Construction Lien Act, what recommendations are given for your protection? - correct answer. - Never use your assets to complete someone's project

• Get sufficient down payments and/or obtain sufficient progress payments as the job progresses
• Have well defined contracts which include rights and responsibilities of binding parties

Which document lists each subcontractor, supplier and laborer, for whom payment of wages or fringe benefits and withholdings is due but unpaid, with whom the (contractor)(subcontractor) has (contracted)(subcontracted) for performance under the contract with the owner or lessee, and the amounts due to the persons as of the date of the statement? - correct answer. The sworn statement

A claim of lien MUST be completed within how many days of last being on the job site?

• correct answer. 90 days

If after filing a claim of lien, you DO get paid before the lawsuit, what form must you complete? - correct answer. Discharge of construction lien

What is the maximum amount you can collect through a judgment in the small claims division of the district court using the small claims form DC84? - correct answer. $6,

After Mr. Jones receives a sworn statement that he owes ABC framing $40,000, how does Mr. Jones know that ABC framing was ever on the jobsite? - correct answer. The proof of service of notice of furnishing

According to the State Construction Code Act, how often will the state code be updated by the Construction Code Commission? - correct answer. Every 3 years

The Uniform Commercial Code states that a contract for the sale of goods for the price of $1,000.00 or more must be: - correct answer. In writing sufficient to indicate a sale between parties and signed

According to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which of the following is NOT true? The law applies to employers with 15 or more employees Employees are allowed to require a medical exam before making a job offer The first violation results in a $55,000 fine ADA requirements are enforceable only through the U.S. Department of Justice - correct answer. Employees are allowed to require a medical exam before making a job offer

Minimum Wage Law states: - correct answer. - After 40 hours in any one work week, compensation is 1 1/2 times the regular rate

• An employer shall not discriminate based on sex when paying employees for the same work requirement

Who is covered by the Employing Minors Youth Employment Standards Act? - correct answer. Ages 14, 15, 16, and 17

The Family Medical Leave Act states: - correct answer. - Employees may receive unpaid leave for certain reasons

• Employees may receive up to 12 weeks of leave in a 12 month period
• This law pertains to employers with 50 or more employees engaged in commerce or affecting commerce

Which of the following is true in regard to employing minors? - correct answer. - A minor shall not work more than 6 days a week

• Every 5 hours of work requires a 30 minute break

What is a disadvantage of a sole proprietorship? - correct answer. Owner is liable for all debts

What is a disadvantage of a general partnership? - correct answer. Each partner is liable for the business debts of the other partner

What allows an individual to invest in a general partnership but have no input to how the partnership is operated? - correct answer. Limited partnership

What is it called when several business members come together to form a new business entity larger and financially stronger than if they acted alone? - correct answer. Joint Venture

How many days after notification of a complaint does the respondent have to respond? - correct answer. 15 days

Once the investigative unit receives a complaint, who do they verify the legitimacy of the complaint with? - correct answer. The building inspector of the local jurisdiction (city building department)

If the dispute cannot be resolved at the informal conference, where does it go next? - correct answer. The administrative law hearing examiner (also known as hearing officer/presiding officer)

The findings/penalty of the Administrative Law Hearing Examiner are reported to: - correct answer. - The respondent and claiment

• The board
• The investigative unit

In reference of the lien law, what is the FIRST document that has to be filled out to continue the lien process? - correct answer. The notice of commencement

Homes built prior to what year require at least 1 smoke detector? - correct answer. 1974

What STATE law regulates discrimination on the jobsite? - correct answer. The Elliott- Larsen Civil Rights Act

A contract is not required if the job is under: - correct answer. $1,

Within how many days of being on the jobsite must the I9 form be completed? - correct answer. 3 days

What act requires prevailing wages to be paid out? - correct answer. The Davis-Bacon Act

What is the most common type of contract used in residential construction? - correct answer. Lump sum contract

What should you be sure to include in your contracts? - correct answer. - Change orders

• Weather/ground conditions
• Buried debris

What is true in regard to a cost plus/fee contract (Construction Management)? - correct answer. - The total construction costs are unknown to the owner

• The contractor provides a target estimate
• You must have written agreement concerning payment of contractor fees

What type of contract is used when the scope of work is poorly defined and/or to cover emergency repairs and renovations to occupied facilities? - correct answer. Cost plus percentage of cost contract (Time and Materials)

What type of contract requires the owner/architect to compile a list of total quantities as well as the contractor to provide the cost per unit to supply and install? - correct answer. Unit price contract

When having a contract signed, what should you be sure to verify first online or at the assessors office? - correct answer. Legal ownership

When asking a customer for a certain percent of money after a section(s) of a job is completed, it is called: - correct answer. Progress payments

What is it called when, at the end of a job, you walk through with a customer and check off any needed repairs or discuss work to be redone? - correct answer. A final punch list

What are 2 items suggested to avoid in your contracts? - correct answer. Start and completion dates

Kitchen cabinet layouts from the kitchen designer are an example of what? - correct answer. Shop drawings

Change in conditions should be the responsibility of: - correct answer. The owner

What should be included in close out documents? - correct answer. - Owner/operator manuals

• Copies of all warranties
• Check off list from mechanical contractors

With a permit, when should final payment be due? - correct answer. Upon final inspection

In a contract, it is wise to include that care and maintenance of the owner's pet(s) is the responsibility of: - correct answer. The owner only

On new construction sites what are you required to have for everyone onsite? - correct answer. Toilet facilities

In regard to moving personal items, it is best if: - correct answer. - You do not move them

• You give written notice to neighbors if work will include any major vibrations that could cause items to fall

While on the jobsite, when is it important to take pictures and keep photo records? - correct answer. - Before work begins

• After work completion
• At various stages during the work

What things should be included in a log book? - correct answer. - Weather conditions

• What subcontractors are onsite
• Various levels of progress/times

As a general contractor, what must you always have onsite? - correct answer. A competent employee with a first aid card

Who is responsible for temporary power? - correct answer. Whoever is stated in the contract

According to the sample contract on page 27, when is full payment of a change order due? - correct answer. Upon agreement and signing of the change order

What should a quality contract contain? - correct answer. - Name and location of the project

• Drawings and specifications identified as "Project Number"
• Insurance requirements for owner and contractor

In order to protect yourself from potentially costly changes, what should you include in any contract to build a new house? - correct answer. "Per project number, last revised on" then list specific page numbers and revision dates

What is a verbal direction from an architect or designer to change something called? - correct answer. A modification

Ownership of drawings must be: - correct answer. Defined

Who is responsible for corrections to completed work according to the subcontract? - correct answer. The subcontractor responsible for the correction (whoever installed it protects it)

When can the builder substitute materials? - correct answer. Only with the permission of the owner

The cost of moving equipment on and off the jobsite is called: - correct answer. Mobilization costs

Whatever contract you decide to use should be reviewed by: - correct answer. An attorney

Who is responsible for collecting and maintaining safety data sheets on the jobsite? - correct answer. The general contractor

Any code related penalties that are caused for the general contractor are the responsibility of: - correct answer. The subcontractor

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the subcontractor? provide progress reports provide material safety data information as requested provides for toolbox safety talks provides for the protection and safety of persons and property - correct answer. Provides for toolbox safety talks

What are the three methods for alternative dispute resolution? - correct answer. Mediation, arbitration, facilitation

In which method of alternative dispute resolution is the award settlement binding and there is no appeal process? - correct answer. Arbitration

When is substantial completion of work obtained? - correct answer. When the owner can take possession and use the structure for its intended purpose (received a certificate of occupancy)

According to the video "Lead Paint: A Toxic Legacy", what are the possible effects that lead paint can have on children? - correct answer. - Brain damage

• Behavioral problems
• Propensity to violence and aggression

How far back does the data and research show the dangers of lead paint? - correct answer. The early 1900s

According to the video "Don't Spread Lead", if a house was built before what year, you should assume the house has lead paint as a safety precaution? - correct answer. 1978

To protect yourself from lead dust and debris, what should you do? - correct answer. - Wear safety glasses

• Wear disposable coveralls and shoe covers
• Wear a respirator

When working with lead paint: - correct answer. Work wet and clean

Which of the following statements about lead exposure are true? - correct answer. - Lead stays in the blood stream for approximately 30 days

• Lead stays in soft organs for 6 to 8 months

What current techniques are there to identify lead paint? - correct answer. - X-ray fluorescence

• Laboratory analysis
• 3rd party inspections (risk assessment)

What are the controls for lead based paint? - correct answer. - Removal of LBP through safe work practices

• Enclosure/encapsulation

Contractors are not required to be "certified renovators" if they do the following: - correct answer. - Demolition of unoccupied structures

• MIOSHA Part 603 Rules are still applicable

Lead dust breathed in by adults can create disorders, including: - correct answer. Kidney and brain damage

What is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that is caused naturally in the soil but can seep out? - correct answer. Radon

The EPA has set a "Take Action Level" for radon at: - correct answer. 4 PCI/L

Radon is the second leading cause of ________. There are 21,000 related deaths in the U.S. each year. - correct answer. Lung cancer

Up until the ______, asbestos was commonly used in many building materials - correct answer. 1980s

To protect yourself from asbestos during renovations or demolition, what is the most important thing you can do? - correct answer. Have the house surveyed by a qualified asbestos professional

Asbestos containing material (ACM) means any material containing more than _____ asbestos - correct answer. 1%

One who is capable of identifying existing asbestos hazards in the workplace and selecting the appropriate control strategy for asbestos exposure, who has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them is called: - correct answer. The competent person

Common products that might have contained asbestos in the past, and conditions which may release fibers, include: - correct answer. - Steam pipes, boilers and furnace ducts

• Resilient floor tiles
• Soundproofing or decorative material sprayed on walls and ceilings

What type of common household products could possibly contain asbestos? - correct answer. - Hairdryers

• Stove top pads
• Fireproof gloves

Houses built between what years may have asbestos as insulation? - correct answer. 1930 and 1950

According to Silica Standards, if using a hand held power saw indoors for any amount of time, what safety precautions must be taken? - correct answer. Required respiratory protection must be worn at a minimum of APF 10

The Silica Standards for handheld power saws for cutting fiber-cement board (with blade diameter of 8 inches or less) for tasks performed outdoors state: - correct answer. - To use saw equipped with commercially available dust collection system

• You must operate and maintain the tool in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to minimize dust emissions

• The dust collector must provide the air flow recommended by the tool manufacturer, or greater, and have a filter with 99% or greater efficiency

In regard to Silica Standards, what is defined as: a description of the tasks, a description of the engineering controls, a description of the housekeeping measures and a description of the procedures used to restrict access to work areas? - correct answer. The Written Exposure Control Plan

What is the system that provides wage replacement, medical and rehabilitation benefits to workers who are injured on the job? - correct answer. Worker's compensation

A worker must have a wage loss of at least _______ in order to receive any worker's compensation wage loss benefits - correct answer. One week

Who cannot be covered under a workers' compensation policy? - correct answer. - A sole proprietor that operates as an independent contractor

• A sole proprietor with no employees

What should you be sure a subcontractor has before hiring them? - correct answer. - A workers' compensation policy OR

• A workers' compensation exclusion form

Before hiring a subcontractor that has a workers' compensation exclusion form, what additional form should you have them fill out to reduce your liability? - correct answer. A Subcontractor Release and Waiver of Liability Form

Workers' Compensation related to a death shall include _____% of the after tax weekly wage of the employee to be paid to dependents who were wholly dependent upon the employee's earnings. Such payment shall continue for _____ weeks from date of death.

• correct answer. 80% / 500 weeks

Which type of insurance protects the construction project and materials form external forces and has endorsements that can be added to include protection against fire, wind, storms, vandalism and "acts of God." - correct answer. All risk builders insurance

What type of insurance provides added risk protection to an employer who has an employee injured or killed in a related construction accident? This is over and above the worker's compensation insurance. - correct answer. Employer's liability insurance

Who has the obligation to ask for and receive copies of all required insurance policies from the subcontractors insurance provider? - correct answer. The general contractor

What are key ideas to developing a marketing plan essential for a company's growth? - correct answer. - determine your personal strengths and weaknesses and those of your business

• provide a method of establishing trust in the company for both clients and employees

• provide a portion of resources to promote your plan

How can you promote the name of your company with the public? - correct answer. - jobsite signs

• vehicle signage
• brochures and mailers

What type of bond guarantees that the contractor will complete the contracted project for the estimate sum? This bond is usually for 100% of the contract sum. Should the contractor default then the bonding company will provide for completion of the project. - correct answer. Performance bond

How do you establish trust with a client? - correct answer. By doing what you say you will do

How do you establish trust with your employees? - correct answer. - ask for input

• pay them on time
• value their feedback

What are the resources you have to promote your business? - correct answer. Time and money

How do you take time to promote your business? - correct answer. - attend community events

• give out items with the company name
• join associations

In what ways can you monitor previous clients? - correct answer. - call backs

• promotions
• mailers

A good business card should: - correct answer. Be readable for all ages and include a website

A quality company brochure should stress your company's: - correct answer. Professionalism and integrity

A professional presentation folder should include: - correct answer. - pictures of work you have completed

• an eye-catching design
• information about your company

Get involved with public affairs through: - correct answer. - chambers of commerce

• trade shows/seminars
• other community events

_______ is a key element in any business. The use of consultants, trade organizations, and continuing education courses can aid in reaching your intended goals - correct answer. Marketing

Which type of mortar has high compression strength, is very good for below grade use, foundations, sewers, retention walls and maintains strength in severe frost, wind, and soil pressure? - correct answer. Type M

Placement of mortar should be done during temperatures between ____ degrees and ____ degrees Fahrenheit. - correct answer. 70 / 100

With regard to mortar, addition of sand ________ compression strength. - correct answer. Increases

In mortar construction, how many standard bricks are required to cover 1 square foot of wall area? - correct answer. 7

MIOSHA Part 2 deals with the rules related to masonry walls exposed to winds. Which of the following is required? - correct answer. - restricted zones for walls greater than 8 feet (height of wall + 4 feet)

• written certification of employee training
• warning signage

An example of prestressed concrete is: - correct answer. A double T as used in parking garages

Of the 5 types of cement, which is the most commonly used? - correct answer. Type 1 for general use

In coarse aggregate such as pea stone and gravel that ranges in size due to required specifications, what is generally the maximum size? - correct answer. 1 1/2 inches or less

Ready mixed concrete should be totally discharged from the truck within _____ hours of being mixed - correct answer. 1 1/2 hours

This type of footing is used over soil which has poor load bearing capacity and will generally cover the entire foot print of the structure - correct answer. A mat footing

Splices in rebar should not be less than ____ overlaps - correct answer. 12 inches

In concrete, saw cut control joints should be made within ______ hours of placement. - correct answer. 4 - 12 hours

The temperature of concrete should be maintained at ____ degrees for 5 days in cold weather conditions. - correct answer. 50

Space trusses to within + or - ____ - correct answer. 1/4 inch

Lateral bracing (long 2x4 12 footers) are supposed to be located in: - correct answer. The upper 1/3 of the truss area

What is the act to prescribe and regulate working conditions: to prescribe the duties of employers and employees as to places and conditions of employment? - correct answer. Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act 154 of 1974

It is the duty of the employer to: - correct answer. Recognize hazards likely to cause death and/or serious harm

Who shall administer and enforce the provisions of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act? - correct answer. The Department of Labor (LEO)

An employer who willfully or repeatedly violates the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act, may be assessed a civil penalty of not more than $_________ for each violation. - correct answer. $124,

An employer shall develop, maintain, and coordinate with employees an accident prevention program, a copy of which shall be available at the worksite and shall include:

• correct answer. - instruction to each employee who is required to handle or use poisons, toxic materials, caustics, and other harmful substances
• instruction to each employee if known harmful plants, reptiles, animals, or insects are present
• inspections of the construction site, tools, materials, and equipment to assure that unsafe conditions which could create a hazard are eliminated

An employer shall not permit any of the following: - correct answer. - the use of damaged or defective machinery, tools, materials, or equipment that could create a hazard

• the operation of machinery, equipment, and special tools, except by a qualified employee
• knowingly permit an employee to work while under the influence of intoxicating beverages or substances which could impair the employee's ability to perform a task in a safe manner

A supply of ______ shall be available to employees in all places of employment - correct answer. Potable water

The top guardrail must be located at a height of ______ from the walking/working surface - correct answer. 42" +/- 3"

Certification of head protection requires: - correct answer. A class A, B, C helmet

What is a device that makes instantaneous forced-entry fastenings into construction materials through the use of a fastener and an explosive load? - correct answer. Powder-actuated tool

What is a narrow strip of wood or other soft material which has a notch or sharp point on one end and which is used to push material through the point of operation of a cutting tool? - correct answer. Push stick

Air pressure at the discharge end of a portable air gun or hose used for cleaning shall not exceed ____ pounds per square inch (psi) - correct answer. 30

What type of a fire is fueled by wood, cloth, paper, rubber and plastics? - correct answer. Class A fire

Each employee on a walking/working surface with an unprotected side or edge which is 6 feet or more above a lower level shall be protected from falling by the use of either: - correct answer. - guardrail systems

• safety net systems
• a personal fall arrest system

Personal fall arrest systems, when stopping a fall, shall: - correct answer. - limit maximum arresting force on an employee to 1800 LBS when used with a body harness

• be rigged such that an employee can neither free fall more than 6 feet, nor contact any lower level

When mechanical equipment is being used, the warning line shall erected not less than ____ feet from the roof edge which is parallel to the direction of mechanical equipment operation, and not less than ____ feet from the roof edge which is perpendicular to the direction of mechanical equipment operation - correct answer. 6 and 10

Falling object protection shall comply with the following provisions: - correct answer. - toeboards, when used as falling object protection, shall be erected along the edge of the overhead walking/working surface for a distance sufficient to protect employees below

• toeboards shall be a minimum of 3 ½ inches in vertical height from their top edge to the level of the walking/working surface
• toeboards shall be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 50 pounds applied in any downward or outward direction at any point along the toeboard

A ladder shall be provided at all personnel points of access if there is a break in elevation of ___ inches or more and if a ramp, runway, sloped embankment, stairway, or personnel hoist is not provided - correct answer. 19

A job-built ladder shall not be more than ___ feet in length - correct answer. 24

Heavy-duty scaffold means a scaffold that is designed and constructed to carry a working load of not more than ____ pounds per square foot - correct answer. 75

A scaffold and its components shall be capable of supporting, without failure, not less than ___ times the maximum intended load - correct answer. 4

A guardrail shall be installed on any open side or end of a scaffold work platform that is ___ or more feet above the floor or ground - correct answer. 10

Pump jack brackets, braces, and accessories shall be fabricated from metal plates and angles. Each bracket shall have ___ positive gripping mechanisms to prevent any failure or slippage - correct answer. 2

A ladder jack scaffold shall be used only for light duty on type I manufactured ladders at heights not more than ___ feet from the ground or floor level - correct answer. 20

What is a coarse grained soil that does not possess cohesion but derives its strength from internal friction? - correct answer. Granular soil

When should an ongoing inspection of an excavation or trench shall be made by a qualified person? - correct answer. After every rainstorm or other hazard-producing occurrence

What is a clay-type soil that has an unconfined strength of less than 1.0 ton per square foot? - correct answer. Soft clay soil

According to MIOSHA Injury and Illness Reporting, when are you required to report an injury or illness? - correct answer. When you have more than 10 employees or when specifically requested by MIOSHA

Which are purposes of accounting? - correct answer. - reduce overhead

• comply with state and federal laws
• provide information for insurance companies

What is a benefit to using a business credit card? - correct answer. Great way to track purchases and monthly statements are provided

There are two basis for accounting, what are they? - correct answer. Cash and accrual

What is the amount of assets remaining after all liabilities are paid off? (The true ownership value) - correct answer. Equity

Assets minus all liabilities equals what? - correct answer. Net worth

These are called the books of ORIGINAL entry and include as much information as possible recorded with each transaction: - correct answer. Journals

These are called the books of FINAL entry and include a summary of information from the journals: - correct answer. General Ledger

Financial ratios that are calculated for comparison purposes and are used to make business decisions are called: - correct answer. Financial statement analysis

What is considered a good current ratio? - correct answer. 2 to 1

The IRS Form ____ is used to indicate any payment made to a subcontractor (not employee) for the previous year. It is given by a general contractor or business owner and must be given to the subcontractor no later than January 31 of the following year. - correct answer. 1099

Shingles and siding are sold by the square, a square equals: - correct answer. 100 square feet

To determine the unknown length of a triangle, use the formula: - correct answer. a^

• b^2 = c^

To estimate gable siding, use the formula: - correct answer. 1/2 base x height

The greater the pitch, the ______ the rafter has to be - correct answer. Longer

What formula can be used to determine length of a rafter if the slope and run are known? - correct answer. a^2 + b^2 = c^

The formula for estimating concrete into cubic yards is: - correct answer. (L X W X T) / 27

A driveway 60 feet long by 20 feet wide and 6 inches thick will need how many cubic yards of concrete? - correct answer. 23 cubic yards

When measuring for concrete: - correct answer. Take your calculation to the next full yard

When measuring concrete for basement walls, be sure: - correct answer. To not calculate the corners twice

Change inches to decimal points by dividing the inches by: - correct answer. 12

The formula for board feet when calculating in FEET is: - correct answer. (W X T X L) /

The formula for board feet when calculating in INCHES is: - correct answer. (W X T X L)/

16" O.C. Spacing Length of wall in Feet x 12 inches / 16 + 1 is the formula for calculating: - correct answer. Stud count

When estimating for drywall for a room, be sure to: - correct answer. Figure for the walls AND ceiling

When calculating ground slope, what will be the difference in elevation from the base of the house compared to 50 ft from the house with an 8% slope? - correct answer. 4 feet

Elevations above sea level are part of the: - correct answer. Site plan

What shows the proposed and existing elevations and helps you identify if you need to cut or fill? - correct answer. Leader lines

Part of the site plan that determines the lot line on large acreage properties are: - correct answer. Metes and bounds

If there is a basement, the finished floor must be ___ above the flood stage - correct answer. 1 foot

Every city that has a river, stream, lake in it will have a - correct answer. FEMA flood map

On the site plan, what does AB represent? - correct answer. As built

Where the land is graded to form a shallow ditch so that storm water drains in the direction the builder wants it to it is called a: - correct answer. Swale

How wide is the rear easement on the north side of the property on the referenced site plan? - correct answer. 18 feet

On the site plan, what does HP represent? - correct answer. High point

Where is the approach located on the site plan? - correct answer. The city's property

A standard set of regulations that govern the procedures and details of construction is called a: - correct answer. Building code

What type of house is built before there is a buyer? - correct answer. A speculative house

The official survey, deed, abstract of title, and the contract of sale are all considered: - correct answer. Legal documents

A standard house plan that can be adapted to fit many different lots is called a: - correct answer. Stock plan

Act 230 requires you to have an architect when: - correct answer. The home has over 3500 square feet of habitable space

What consists of lines, dimensions, symbols and notes? - correct answer. An architectural drawing

A bypassing sliding door is also known as: - correct answer. A glide by door

What shows the building lot with boundaries, contours, existing roads, utilities, and other details such as existing trees and nearby buildings? - correct answer. A site plan and a plot plan

These view show the front, back, right side and left side of the house and allows you to see the height and width of objects: - correct answer. Elevation views

Where would you find the stool and apron in a house? - correct answer. The window

What identifies the materials and finishes to be used for floors, walls and ceilings for each room including hallways? - correct answer. A room-finish schedule

A measure of smoke created when a material is burning is known as: - correct answer. Smoke density

A signed proposal to do work and/or supply a material for a specified price is called a(n): - correct answer. Bid

Plumbing, heating and electrical work are considered part of: - correct answer. Mechanicals

An easy way to keep track of a project that shows how long each task will take and when each task will start and end is known as: - correct answer. A bar chart

Making sure the workplace is free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm are employer responsibilities under what regulations? - correct answer. OSHA

On residential jobsites, what type of fire extinguisher is necessary? - correct answer. Class A, B, and C

What is a poisonous element that was used for many years to protect certain types of wood products against attack by wood-destroying insects? - correct answer. Arsenic

What is the most serious heat-related health problem in which the body can no longer regulate its core temperature and sweating STOPS? - correct answer. Heat stroke

Do not use hoses longer than ____ feet - correct answer. 100

What is defined as a chemical reaction that occurs when water combines with cement and generates heat as the concrete cures? - correct answer. Hydration

What type of Portland Cement is used for most general construction purposes due to it being economical with a long setting time? - correct answer. Type 1

What type of cement expands when mixed with water, hardens within minutes, and is used to plug holes and cracks in foundations? - correct answer. Hydraulic cement

In what type of weather should you make sure concrete is covered for at least several days after placement? - correct answer. Hot weather

In regard to concrete cover for reinforcing steel, rebar in footings needs ___ of concrete coverage - correct answer. 3 inches

What can measure horizontal angles and vertical angles and can be used to determine if a post or wall is plumb? - correct answer. A transit

A board fastened horizontally to stakes placed to the outside of where the corners of the building will be located is called a: - correct answer. Batter board

What is defined as a measure of how well the soil can support the weight of a house? - correct answer. Bearing capacity

The measurement of the ability of water to flow through the soil is known as: - correct answer. Porosity

What is the additional excavation needed to provide clearance for work called? - correct answer. Overdig

What locks the foundation walls to the footing to prevent moisture from seeping between the walls and footing? - correct answer. A keyway

What occurs where fresh concrete is poured on top of or next to concrete that has already begun to cure and is more likely to leak/is weaker than the surrounding wall? - correct answer. A cold joint

In cases where brick or stone veneer is used for the outside finish over wood-frame, the foundation must include a _______ , a supporting ledge or an offset about 5" wide - correct answer. Masonary ledge

What is defined as a wall notch needed for basement beams or girders? - correct answer. A beam pocket

Now required by code for all foundation walls, what do you call the steps that must be taken to protect them from moisture? - correct answer. Dampproofing

How soon can you backfill concrete block walls after they have been waterproofed? - correct answer. Minimum of 48 hours

Generally, columns in a 12" thick wall will be spaced no more than ____ OC (on center)

• correct answer. 72 inches

A vertical mortar joint is called a _________ - correct answer. Head joint

When the air temperature is 80 degrees or higher, when must mortar be used? - correct answer. Within 2 1/2 hours

What is defined as the process of spreading mortar or cement plaster over the block wall? - correct answer. Parging

What consists of flat, horizontal areas of concrete that are usually 5" or less in thickness? - correct answer. Concrete flatwork

Also called a ground-support slab, this is a slab that is used in areas where the ground freezes fairly deep during winter: - correct answer. Independent slab

Any fill should be compacted in lifts no more than ___ deep - correct answer. 6 inches

Driveways that have a grade of more than what percent should not be covered with gravel because the gravel will generally wash away? - correct answer. 7%

A surface that is ______ too early will not be durable - correct answer. Troweled

What produces boards of greater width than other cutting methods, however the boards are more likely to shrink or warp? - correct answer. Flat-sawn lumber

What is a general indication of the quality and strength of a piece of lumber? - correct answer. Grade

In regard to lumber, a general description of any variation from a flat surface, including bow, crook and cup is known as: - correct answer. Warp

The best way to prevent fungi attack is to: - correct answer. Keep wood dry

What insects cut a 1/2" diameter hole into bare or untreated wood then build their nests by boring a tunnel parallel to the surface of the wood? - correct answer. Carpenter bees

_________ is made from wood strands bonded with adhesive under heat and pressure

• correct answer. Orientated-strand board (OSB)

What are the advantages to engineered lumber? - correct answer. - it uses wood that might otherwise be wasted

• its performance is highly predictable
• it is available in a wide variety of dimensions

Laminated-veneer lumber (LVL) is defined as: - correct answer. A family of lumber products made with wood veneer as the basic element

What is a length of engineered wood stock that has the same depth as the I-joists? - correct answer. Rim board

What is defined as a closely spaced series of wedge-shaped cuts made in the mating surfaces of lumber? - correct answer. A finger joint

In what type of framing do the studs run from the sill plate to the top plate of the second floor and the first floor joists also rest on this sill? - correct answer. Balloon framing

In standard platform-frame construction, wall studs are commonly spaced ____ apart measured from the center of one stud to the center of the next - correct answer. 16 inches

What consists of 3 1/2" thick expanded polystyrene foam insulation between sheets of exterior plywood or oriented-strand board? - correct answer. Structural insulated panels (SIPs)

A dead load is: - correct answer. The total weight of the building

What is the most common mistake made when installing joist hangers? - correct answer. To use too few nails

What is a large principal horizontal member uses to support floor joists? - correct answer. A girder

Steel posts, sometimes called Lally columns must be at least ____ in diameter and protected against rust, such as with rust-resistant paint - correct answer. 3 inches

What is a method of bracing between joists? - correct answer. Bridging

What is defined as a supporting member that projects into space and is itself supported at only one end? - correct answer. A cantilever

What is a benefit to glue-nailing? - correct answer. - fewer nails are required

• results in a very strong and stiff floor system

What is a wood beam placed at the top of an opening that supports structural loads above the opening? - correct answer. A header

________ is usually applied vertically, using perimeter nailing with no additional blocking - correct answer. Sheathing

If two legs of a triangle measure 3' and 4', they form a 90 degree angle if the diagonal between the ends measures exactly ____ - correct answer. 5'

What is defined as a piece of framing lumber that represents the wall from the top of the subfloor to the bottom of the ceiling joist? - correct answer. A story pole

What is one of the main purposes of the double plate? - correct answer. To tie the walls together at the top

Sometimes called a bulkhead, ______, is a lowered portion of the ceiling that sometimes includes lighting - correct answer. Soffit

A soffit is usually about ____ deeper than the cabinets, so that molding may be installed at the cabinet top - correct answer. 2"

Which of the following is NOT a type of rafter? backing block rafter hip rafter valley rafter jack rafter - correct answer. backing block rafter

Where should lateral (horizontal) bracing be located? - correct answer. In the upper 1/3 of the roof

What does a partition clip do? - correct answer. - prevents the chords from moving from side to side

• allows the bottom chord to flex upward slightly when the truss is loaded

What is a horizontal framing member that prevents opposing rafter pairs from spreading apart? - correct answer. A collar tie

A board that is nailed to the ends of the rafter tails and serves as a mounting surface for gutters is known as: - correct answer. Fascia

When reading the performance rating stamp on panel sheathing, the number on the LEFT (in front of the slash) represents: - correct answer. The maximum spacing, in inches, of supports when the panel is used for roof sheathing

According to building codes, every bedroom must have at least one window (or exterior door) that is suitable for emergency escape, also known as ______ - correct answer. An egress

A vertical or horizontal piece that holds a pane of glass is called: - correct answer. A muntin

A standard interior door jamb is _____ wide - correct answer. 4 9/16"

Molding with a T-shaped profile is attached to the edge of one of the French doors, this provides a stop against which the other door closes. What is another term for this? - correct answer. An astragal stop

What type of tool would you use for stripping all the shingles off of a roof? - correct answer. A flat shovel with notches/tear off shovel

The amount of the shingle that shows after installation is called: - correct answer. Exposure

Metal used for flashing must be corrosion resistant and can be galvanized steel (at least 26 gauge), _____ thick aluminum, 16 oz copper, or lead-coated copper - correct answer. 0.024"

In order to hold the roof underlayment in place, you may use what type of fasteners? - correct answer. Nails, staples, or button caps

What is the shape of ridge caps? - correct answer. 9 x 12 rectangle

A ________ results in double coverage of shingles throughout the length of the valley - correct answer. Closed valley

Shakes are available in what length(s)? - correct answer. 16", 18", 22"

Wood shingles are manufactured in lengths of: - correct answer. 22", 18", and 16"

In regard to siding, what is used to seal the joints where the siding meets a horizontal surface? - correct answer. Metal flashing

Housewrap should not be used beneath what type of siding? - correct answer. Stucco

Also known as refractory brick, what is usually pale yellow or buff in color and used specifically for lining fireplaces and other heating units? - correct answer. Firebrick