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Which of the following is included in a company's general overhead costs? Performance Bonds Withholding Taxes Costs for equipment purchase and rentals The company's administrative expenses - correct answer The company's administrative expenses What is the purpose of ventilating unconditioned spaces? To control moisture Dehumidification Control oxygen levels Temperature Control - correct answer To control moisture Oxygen Cylinders shall be stored: Separate from fuel gas cylinders a minimum of 10 ft Separate from fuel gas cylinders a minimum of 20 ft In a centrally located air tight closet In a storage locker - correct answer Separate from fuel gas cylinders a minimum of 20 ft What size diameter anchor bolts should open web joists have at each end? 1 1/2" 2 1/2" 3 1/2" 4 1/2" - correct answer 2 1/2" When should duplex nails be used?
When building concrete forms When framing walls When constructing cabinets When applying shingles - correct answer When building concrete forms Where would the contractor find details of wall penetrations that are to be constructed as a part of the project? Technical specifications Supplemental conditions General conditions Bid request documents - correct answer Technical specifications Trades that typically have the most stringent and specialized coordination requirements for project closeout are : Concrete and masonry Mechanical and electrical Drywall and painting site work and concrete - correct answer Mechanical and electrical When forming waffle slabs in a multistory building which of the following should be used? Gang forms Pan forms Panel forms Earth forms - correct answer Pan Forms Fiberglass insulation batts are being installed in an attic. Where should the vapor barrier barrier be installed? Around both of the layers Between the layers of insulation Over the insulation
The amount remaining to be billed on a project The value of work that has been rejected by the owner A percentage of the progress payment withheld by the owner - correct answer A percentage of the progress payment withheld by the owner The space between the insulation and the roof sheathing of a sloped ceiling shall be a minimum of how much? No space 1/2 inch 1 inch 1 1/2 inch - correct answer 1 in Whenever polyethylene is used under a slab as a moisture barrier, its joints should overlap a minimum of how many inches 2 4 6 8 - correct answer 6 Roughly how much construction waste would be generated during the new construction of 25000 square foot office space? 10000 pounds 25000 pounds 50000 pounds 100000 pounds - correct answer 100000 pounds The EPA requires a contractor to create a storm water pollution plan when which of the following is true? When a project disturbs one or more acres When a project disturbs two or more acres When the project will have runoff entering public water systems
When the project is publicly funded - correct answer When a project disturbs one or more acres The most common cause of injuries at a construction site is which of the following? Falling objects Improper use of hand tools Falls Exposure to hazardous chemicals - correct answer Falls A business must meet the requirements of the fair labor standards act when there are more than how many employees? one two three four - correct answer One What must exist between a contractor and the union when union labor is employed Labor burden agreement Union affiliation agreement labor agreement apprentice program agreement - correct answer labor agreement Egress doors must open to the direction of travel when the occupant load is more than 24 persons 40 persons 50 persons 75 persons - correct answer 50 persons Wallboard inspections must be made when? Before the joints are taped
36 inches - correct answer 36 inches The owner will require documentation that provides information as to how the project was actually constructed. Which of the following is provided by the contractors for this purpose? As built drawings Certificate of substantial completion Unconditional lien release Project logs - correct answer As built drawings Who has the authority to change or adjust a shoring method of an excavation? An employee The contractor A competent person The engineer - correct answer The engineer Which of the following is done by the post-tensioning contractor prior to pouring concrete? The cables are pulled tight A jack is connected to the post tensioning cables The form pocket is grouted The tendons are encased in high density polyethylene sheathing with a PT coating - correct answer The tendons are encased in high-density polyethylene sheathing with a PT coating When installing 1/2" gypsum parallel to the framing members on the ceiling what is the maximum spacing of the framing members? 12 inches oc 16 inches oc 18 inches oc 24 inches oc - correct answer 24 inches oc
What is the diameter of #5 rebar? 5/8 inch 3/4 inch 5/16 inch 5/12 inch - correct answer 5/8 inch What is the minimum length of time required for wood flooring to be stored in the building to allow for climate acclimation? None is required 2 to 3 days 4 to 5 days At least 7 days - correct answer 4 to 5 days Which type of masonry joint finish is the most effective at preventing damage from freezing? Extruded Flush Concave Raked - correct answer Concave When constructing a light weight curtain wall, what shall be between the building insulation and the external panels? Air gap Steel mullions Moisture barrier Vapor retarders - correct answer Air gap Which one of the following has the greatest impact on determining how to safely manage traffic control at a job site? The building codes Site layout
105 feet - correct answer 72.05 feet If an employee has 8 employees which of the following is required by OSHA when the business is moved into a new facility? That the employer orally review all emergency procedures That the employer provide written emergency procedures That an alarm system be installed in all facilities That two of the employees be responsible for overseeing the facility evacuation procedures - correct answer That the employer orally review all emergency procedures What effect will freezing temperatures have while curing concrete? A longer time is needed A shorter time is needed Freezing temperatures have no effect The concrete will not set - correct answer A longer time is needed According to OSHA, who has the responsibility to insure compliance to the standards and determine what safety equipment is required? The employee The employer The site safety representative The project superintendent - correct answer The employer When may compressed air be used to clean dust from equipment Only when the pressure is reduced to 50 psi maximum and personal protective equipment is on place Only when the pressure is reduced to 30 psi or less and personal protective equipment is provided Never Only when the pressure is reduced to less than 45 psi - correct answer Only when the pressure is reduced to 30 psi or less and personal protective equipment is provided
Which of the following documents are primarily used by the contractor and architect to monitor quality? Construction drawings Contract addenda Meeting Minutes Submittals, shop drawings, and samples - correct answer Submittals, shop drawings, and samples In order to protect the owner and contractor from lien filings, what document is provided by a subcontractor in exchange for final payment? Partial lien release Unconditional lien release Conditional lien release Notice of completion - correct answer unconditional lien release What does a lien waiver release the owner from? Paying the contractor for extra services Paying twice for services or materials The right to claim a lien Needing to file a notice of commencement - correct answer paying twice for services or materials A renovation project is to begin on a pre-1978 housing project. It will require that more than 2 square feet of painting surface be removed and disturbed. What should the contractor do prior to beginning? -Distribute an EPA pamphlet entitled "Protect your family from lead in your home" to the property owner or adult occupant -Submit a lead abatement notice to the EPA within 5 days of starting the project -Notify the owner and tenants of the project start Inform the local health department of the project schedule - correct answer Distribute an EPA pamphlet entitled " Protect your family from lead in your home" to the property owner or adult occupant
The level of ground water Shear strength of a cohesive soil Soil compaction value maximum excavation depth - correct answer Soil compaction value Which one of the following is considered project overhead? Equipment rental Advertising Cost Material Delivery charges Temporary job site office - correct answer Temporary job site office When unloading trusses what should a builder do Lift with chokers Break the banding Unload as close as possible to the building site Lift trusses by the band straps - correct answer Unload as close as possible to the building site Which one of the following is not appropriate eye protection for employees who wear spectacles with corrective lenses? Corrective lenses worn inside goggles Spectacles with lenses that are corrective and protective Corrective spectacles only Protective goggles worn over corrective spectacles - correct answer Corrective spectacles only When an internal combustion engine is used indoors what must be done? The engine must be propane powered The exhaust gases must be vented outside It must be an OSHA approved system
It is not allowed to do this - correct answer The exhaust gases must be vented outside Which of the following is true regarding elevator floor control buttons -They must be arranged in a standard telephone pattern -They must be located 48 inches above the finished floor maximum -They must be located 52 inches above the finished floor maximum -They must be located 16 inches above the floor minimum and to the right of the door opening - correct answer They must be arranged in a standard telephone pattern if an incident results in the death of a worker, what is the maximum amount of time it must be reported to OSHA? 4 hrs 8 hrs 24 hrs 72 hrs - correct answer 8 hrs What is the maximum installation interval that foundation plates or sills should be installed? 6 ft 8 ft 10 ft 12 ft - correct answer 6 ft What is the most effective method to move material a short distance downgrade? Wheeled loading Tracked excavation Slot dozing Loader bucket - correct answer Slot dozing
2:1 - correct answer 1 1/2: A deck is required to have a guard rail when? -When the steps to the deck have more than two risers -When the deck is more than 24 inches above grade -When the deck is more than 30 inches above grade -All decks are required to have guard rails - correct answer When the deck is more than 30 inches above grade A job requiring excavating initially calculated to allow for a 10% swell factor for the soil. However during excavation it was found that the soil had a 25% actual swell factor. What effect will this have on the overall project? -There is no effect -This will require more hauling and decrease in efficiency -This will require less hauling and increase in efficiency -The contract will need to be modified with a scope change - correct answer This will require more hauling and decrease in efficiency A non-sliding egress door of a group R-3 occupancy building shall have a maximum threshold height of? 3/8 inch 1/2 inch 5/8 inch 3/4 inch - correct answer 1/2 inch Personal all arrest systems and guardrails shall be installed or provided when walkways and platforms are a minimum of how wide? 12 in 18 in 24 in 36 in - correct answer 18 in
A parking lot with 30 spaces shall have a minimum of how many handicapped spaces? 1 2 3 4 - correct answer 2 Which formula describes a balance sheet? -Assets=liabilities+owners equity -Assets = liabilities-owners equity -Assets+owners equity = liabilities -Assets + liabilities = owners equity - correct answer Assets = liabilities + owners equity For a worker in a trench what is the maximum lateral distance from a means of egress? 10 ft 15 ft 25 ft 50 ft - correct answer 25 ft Which of the following is not required to be provided by an employer on a job site? Defibrillator First Aid Kits Access to emergency care Personal Protective Equipment - correct answer Defibrillator Which of the following documents is required from the contractor before a final release of money? Partial release of lien Affidavit of payment
10-20% - correct answer 30-36% If a hotel is constructed with 20 sleeping rooms what is the minimum number of visible fire alarm notification devices? 2 5 7 9 - correct answer 2 What minimum thickness of compacted granular material is to be used as the base of a concrete curb? 4 in 6 in 8 in 10 in - correct answer 6 in A ceiling joist end may be notched a maximum of how much? 1/8 the joist depth 1/4 the joist depth 1/3 the joist depth 1/6 the joist depth - correct answer 1/ A contractor should select subcontractors based on the subcontractors -Proximity to the jobsite -Level of insurance -Costs in the proposal -Ability to provide the most value to the project - correct answer Ability to add the most value to the project The effect of vibratory action on a concrete mix does which of the following? -It requires more water and cement
-It allows more fly ash to be used so the concrete becomes a better mix for architectural concrete finishes -It permits the use of a stiffer mixture containing larger portions of course aggregate -It causes the concrete to stiffen quicker and reduces the time needed to finish - correct answer It permits the use of a stiffer mixture containing larger portions of course aggregate 36 cubic yards of earth are removed from a hole and now occupies 45 cubic yards. What is the percent of swell for this dirt? 5% 10% 20% 25% - correct answer 25% If a contract cannot be interpreted which of the following is true? It is not binding It is interpreted against the party who wrote it It is interpreted against the owner It is interpreted against the contractor - correct answer It is interpreted against the party who wrote it Provisions of construction documents should show any requirements for special reporting and documenting of construction activities for archaeological sensitive areas of a job site. Which provisions should show this information? -General conditions -Topographic surveys -Supplementary conditions -Shop drawings - correct answer Supplementary conditions Which of the following is true regarding the elevator call buttons located in a lobby? They shall be placed between elevator doors They shall be raised or flush
