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The maximum distance from the face for outrigger scaffolds shall be per OSHA
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3''
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The best method to use to estimate earthwork is to
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divide into sections
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Egress doors shall swing in the direction of the egress travel with an occupant load of what?
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50 or more people
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What is the minimum room width in a kitchen?
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7 feet
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When is installing a tile roof, the fasteners must penetrate the roof deck a minimum of
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.75 inch
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What is mortar mainly composed of
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Portland Cement
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Piles shall not be installed in soils
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That could cause pile heave
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Material stored inside buildings under construction shall not be placed within how many feet of an exterior wall
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10 feet
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Concrete shall be maintained above what temperature for at least seven days
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50 degrees
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What is the minimum net opening height for a window in a sleeping area?
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24''
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Eye protection near dangerous working conditions
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is required at the employer's cost
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What is the bearing depth of long span steel joist
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5''
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What type of mortar is used for interior non load bearing partitions where high strength is not needed?
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Type K
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On a blueprint, lines that terminate with arrows are
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Dimension lines
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Slot dozing has what advantage
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it helps transfer more soil
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The maximum notch in the top or bottom of a joist shall be
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1/6 of the joist depth
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A built-up girder should have how many inches clearance between the end of the girder and the masonry in a masonry pocket?
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1/2''
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What will increase the productivity of a self loading scraper in muddy soil?
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A dozer pushing on the push blocks at the rear of the bowl
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The advantage of nuclear compaction testing is
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You do not have to remove the soil from the site
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Drip edge shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of
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12''
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Rafter ties shall be a maximum of how many inches on center
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48''
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Warm weather is the best time to repair asphalt shingles because
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Asphalt shingles are more pliable as they are warmed
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Holes bored in the top or bottom of joists shall not be within how many inches of the edge
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5''
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Slopes for permanent fill shall not be steeper than
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1:2
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When placing shotcrete, the maximum size of reinforcement shall be
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No. 5 bars
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Bed Joints should be between
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1/4 inch and 3/4 inch thick
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No more than how many gallons of flammable liquids shall be stored in a room outside of an approved storage cabinet?
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25 gallons
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The minimum compressive strength for a CMU is
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1,000 psi
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Guards shall form a protective barrier not less than how many inches high?
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42''
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The proper spacing of nails along the edge of roof sheating is
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6''
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Which page of the blueprint shows the external views of the structure
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Elevation Page
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What is the minimum headroom clearance that must be maintained in a stairway
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80''
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A veneer will not
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support loads
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When you need concrete to set quickly, what type of concrete should be used to produce early strength
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Type III
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What is the maximum diameter of a hole in a joist
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1/3 of the joist depth
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Safety nets shall extend how far beyond the edge of the work surface
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8'
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What is the main reason for steel reinforcement in a concrete member?
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To resist tensile forces
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When using 9 gage ties in a composite wall, what is the proper separation of ties?
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One for every 2 2/3 sq ft
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How much do concrete tiles weigh per square?
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900 lbs
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Whenever materials are dropped to any point lying outside the exterior walls of the building, an enclosed chute of wood, or equivalent material, shall be used if the distance is more than how many feet?
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20 feet
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What do contour lines show?
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they connect points of the same elevation
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What is the hardest part of the graders work
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finish blading
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The trench excavation is made below the surface of the ground, the depth is greater than width, but the width of a trench is not greater than how many feet?
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15 feet
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The minimum and maximum spacing allowed for wood shingles is
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1/4'' - 3/8''
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Clay roof tiles shall be installed on roofs with a minimum slope of
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2 1/2:12
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When fastening exterior metal veneer, the spacing of the fastenings or ties shall not exceed
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24 inches
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What is the recommended air pressure setting when sandblasting brick with a 1/4'' nozzle
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60-120 lbs
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What is the advantage of two core block CMU vs a three core block design
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lighter, reduced heat conductor and more space for conduit
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To repair an asphalt shingle (couple of different ways to do this)
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Install metal beneath the shingle and nail the metal into a bed of plastic cement
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In constructing a stack bond pattern block wall, what additional step is required that is NOT needed with a common bond wall?
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Joint reinforcement must be added every second course
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What gage of metal flashing shall be corrosion resistant with a thickness of not less than .19 inches?
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26 gage
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Steel joist girders may be secured by welding or by use of
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Two 3/4'' bolts
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What is the clearance for girders entering a masonry pocket
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1/2''
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1/2'' gypsum sheathing has a maximum wall stud spacing of
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24''
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The building code allows you to cut what size notch at the end of 2x10
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2 1/2''
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Concrete pours of how high can be consolidated by rodding or vibration
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12''
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When applying two coats of stucco over lath, the total thickness shall be a minimum of
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7/8''
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How many bundles of shingles are there in a square of 3 tab shingles
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3
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When the fireplace opening is LESS THAN six sq. ft., the hearth extensions shall be
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16 inches in the front, 8 inches sides
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What is the minimum number of urinals and toilets seats for 200 employees
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4
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How tall is a kitchen base cabinet
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34 1/2''
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Weep holes shall have a maximum spacing of
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27''
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When lumber dries, it tends to shrink
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More in width than length
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The minimum thickness of a masonry bearing wall for a building with more than one story is
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8''
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What is the minimum size of cold formed steel studs used for light framing
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1 5/8''x 3 1/2''
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What is the advantage of an U blade over an Semi-U blade
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Holds more material
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When using a vibrator on concrete, it should not be kept in one location more than
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10 to 15 seconds
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Which CMU has the least pounds per cubic foot of concrete
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Pumice
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What is the minimum difference between work levels without protected sides or edges that require a fall protection system?
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6'
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Which ASTM code covers sampling of fresh concrete
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ASTM C 172
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What is the recommend procedure for installing roll roofing
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Install when temperature is above 45 degrees, if below 45 degrees, cut into shorter lengths and let it warm in the sun
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What is the drip edge attached to
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The roof deck
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concrete construction joints in elevated floors shall be located at what point in slabs, beams and girders
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Within the middle third of the the span
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What is the minimum distance untreated siding should be above grade
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6''
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What chemical reaction takes place when Portland cement is hardening
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Hydration
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An out of order tag will be identified by a
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White tag, white letters on a black background
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Oxygen deficiency can reasonably be expected to exist in excavations in landfill areas. The atmospheres in the excavation shall be test before employees enter excavations with a depth greater than
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4'
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Welded wire mesh for masonry should be lapped to what minimum distance
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One Full wire gird spacing plus 2 inches
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How much concrete cover is required for rebar located in a beam
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1 1/2''
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Scaffolding platform shall not deflect more than how much of the span when loaded
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1/60
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What the horizontal length of a stairway called
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Total Run
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The minimum overlap for roof drip edge is
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2''
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There shall be at least one metal tie for each
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4 1/2 sq ft of wall area
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The roof slope factor for a 5/12 roof is
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1.083
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What is the effect of adding to much water to a concrete mix
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Higher slump and lower strength
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When placing shotcrete, the maximum size aggregate to be used is
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3/4''
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Standard Glass blocks shall be how thick
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3 7/8''
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Sliding Glass door thresholds shall not exceed what height
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.75 inch
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Weep holes shall not be less than what diameter
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3/16''
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What is the minimum ceiling height in a kitchen
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7 feet
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When nailing down asphalt shingles
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Always drive the nail straight
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What is the easiest method for compaction?
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puddling
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When laying block, what distance should be maintained from the mason's line
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1/16''
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High early strength concrete shall be maintained above what temperature and kept moist for how long
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50 degrees and 3 days
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A safety belt lanyard shall be a minimum of 1/2 inch nylon and a maximum length to provide a for fall of
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No greater than 6 feet
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Immediately after a steel joist is placed, the erector should
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Weld one side to each end
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Employees at the edge of an excavation shall be protected from falling by guardrail, fences, or barricades when the excavations are not readily seen because of plant growth or other visual barrier when the depth of the excavation is
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6' or more
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What is the normal range of speed for dozing
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1.5 to 4 MPH
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What is the minimum distance batter boards can be placed from the point of excavation
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4'
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Guards shall form a protective barrier not less than how many inches high
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42''
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Approximately how many pounds of nails are required per square for asphalt shingles
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2 1/2 lbs
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Handrails shall have a minimum and maximum diameter
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1.25''-2''
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What is the minimum thickness of galvanized metal roofing
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.013
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What is the correct procedure to replace a broken roof slate
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Insert a new slate underneath the two overlying courses
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When a piece of lumber is cut along the natural age ring it is called
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Ring Shake
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What is the minimum moisture content of lumber?
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19%
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Mat, Raft, or floating foundations are specified when
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The allowable bearing capacity of the soil is very low to great depths
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The height of a parapet wall shall not be less than how many inches above the point where the roof surface and the wall intersect?
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30 inches
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Steel joist girders are not
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Bridged
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What tool is used to cut brick when the cut edge will be hidden by the mortar?
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Brick Hammer
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What is the stone to protect against moisture on sills?
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Limestone
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A welder is lowered through a small opening on a lifeline. How is he protected?
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An attendant with a pre-planned rescue shall be stationed outside to observe the welder and be capable of putting the rescue operations in effect
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Which of the following is the most economical wood use for formwork?
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Kiln-dried pine
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The proper method used to unload steel bar joist when possible is
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By the Bundle
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Modified bitumen membrane roofs shall have a minimum slope of
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1/4:12
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When a gas cylinders are frozen how are the valves and protect caps loosened?
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Use warm water to thaw cylinders loose
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The minimum net area of ventilation openings for under-floor ventilation shall not be less than
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1 sq ft for each 150 sq ft
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On what type of safety glass may manufacturers use a removable paper label on?
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tempered spandrel glass
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Where footings will bear on compacted fill, reports should include which of the following
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specifications for materials to be used as compacted fill
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The maximum unlatching force permitted for panic and fire door exit hardware shall be?
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15 lbs
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Door installations call for installing the door stop
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lock side first
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The top edge height of a guardrail system shall be
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42'', plus or minus 3''
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What is the minimum allowable slope for a coal-tar built up roof?
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1/8:12
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What is the minimum width of a sidewalk around a construction site?
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4'
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When installing plywood soffit, nails should be installed how far apart?
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6'' apart
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Lumber piles shall not exceed how many feet in height when handled manually?
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16'
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Unreinforced parapet walls shall be at least 8 inches thick and their height shall not exceed
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Three times their thickness
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What is the most common cavity size of a two wythe wall?
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2''
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Artificial light equal to ten foot candles shall be provided over the area of the room at a height of how many inches above the floor level?
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30''
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Clay roof tile shall comply with?
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ASTM C1167
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The standard height of an interior door is
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6'8''
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The minimum thickness of a concrete floor slab shall not be less than
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3.5''
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The maximum compressed air pressure that should be used for cleaning purposes is
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30 psi
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The bolts used to anchor a roof diaphragm shall be embedded and extend how far into the masonry?
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15''
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What is the best dozer to use for landscaping?
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light utility dozer
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Unused mortar should be discarded after
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2 1/2 hours
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Can fly ash be introduced into a concrete mix specifying a minimum cement content?
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Yes, if called for by the specifier
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When a special wrench is required to open a fuel gas cylinder, you shall
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Leave the wrench in position on the stem for emergency shut-off
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In non-bearing walls and partitions, studs shall be spaced not more than
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28''
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Containers used for storing flammable waste shall be equipped with
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Covers
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In which joist is camber optional?
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Open web joist
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What is the nominal size of a standard block?
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8'' x 8'' 16''
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When steel joists bear on and are supported by a steel girder, the joist
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Must be placed at top chord panel points
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Standard glass blocks shall be how thick?
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3 7/8''
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Trimmer and header joists shall be doubled where the span of the header exceeds what length?
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4 Feet
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A third stair stringer should be installed when stairs exceed what width?
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2' 6''
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Wall ties in a brick masonry cavity wall should be placed what distance from either edge of the masonry unit?
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5/8''
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Smoke Control systems shall have
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Stand by power
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If the layout for a rectangular building is square, then which is true?
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The diagonals are equal
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What is added to mortar for strength?
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Cement
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Ladders placed against a wall should be sloped so that the horizontal distance from the toe of the ladder to the wall is what working length of the ladder?
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1/4
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What is the proper location of welder wire mesh in a concrete slab?
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2'' below the slab surface, in the upper third of the slab
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When using roll roofing the strip should be nailed so that it overhands the edge by a minimum of
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1/4''
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Blocks are position in a wall
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Wide Flange up
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What is the major cause of a leaky vent pipe?
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improper shingling around the flashing
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When framing roof rafters, the ridge board shall be a minimum thickness of
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1''
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The clearance between the scaffolds and insulated power lines with less than 330 volts shall be
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3'
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What is the minimum size egress window on a ground floor?
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5 sq. ft.
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The term subgrade identifies
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The surface elevations prior to placing any surface material
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Waterproofing shall be applied from the bottom of the wall to not less than how many inches above the maximum elevation of the ground water table?
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12''
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A strength test is not required for a pour of less than
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50 cubic yards
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What type of lime is used in mortar?
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Type S Hydrated
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Room heaters are considered to be temporary heating devices, and as such, they should have a minimum side clearance, rear clearance, and chimney clearances of how many inches?
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12'' side, 12'' rear and 18'' chimney clearance
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Camber in open web shortspan steel joist is
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optional
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What is the maximum weight of steel joists bridging that can be hoisted?
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1,000 lbs
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What is added to concrete to control durability?
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Water
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When a hoist tower is located inside a building it shall be
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Enclosed on all 4 sides of the entire height
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What is the difference between fine and coarse aggregate?
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The coarse stone will not pass through a 1/4'' sieve
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How much does concrete weight per cubic foot?
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150lbs
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How deep is a kitchen base cabinet?
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24''
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What percentage of a brick must be solid for it to be considered solid?
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75%
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What is the actual size of a modular brick?
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4'' x 2 2/3'' x 8''
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What type of brick is used in areas exposed to freezing, but not wet conditions?
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MW
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What is the proper slope away from the foundation?
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6'' in the first 10'
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A standard glass block mortar joint is how thick?
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1/4''
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What type of soil classifications is given to sand?
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Type C
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What is the minimum width for open valley used for asphalt roofing?
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18''
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A standard concrete strength test is required for each 150 cubic yards of concrete, or each
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5,000 sq ft poured
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A well-point system is the best method for dewatering in
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Sandy Soils
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Concrete basement wall must be a minimum of how many inches thick?
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7.5''
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What size sphere shall not be able to pass through stair balusters?
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4''
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Compacted Fill less than 12'' in depth must be compacted to what percentage?
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90%
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How wide should the rough opening be for a 32'' door?
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34 1/2''
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The advantage to using an angle blade over a straight blade is to
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sidecast materials
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Ice dam membrane shall
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extend from the eaves to a point at least 24'' inside the the exterior wall line of the the building
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The life expectancy of a properly installed aggregate surface BUR system is
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20 years
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What is the minimum size of cold formed steel studs used for light framing
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1 5/8'' x 3 1/2''
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The minimum nominal thickness of masonry shear walls shall be
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12''
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Most structural steel is ASTM
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A-36
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The most significant property of hardened mortar
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bond strength
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Foundation walls that are being damp proofed should be parged how many inches above the finish grade?
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6''
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Continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only when maximum plan dimensions exceed
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50 feet
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The amount of water required for a given soil reach maximum density is known as the
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Optimum moisture content
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When framing roofing rafters, the ridge board shall be a minimum thickness of
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1''
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How many nails are used for nailing wood shakes or shingles
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2
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The underlayment should lap
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2'' on the edge and 2'' at the ends
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The minimum diameter of pipe columns shall be
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4''
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The purpose of form liners is to provide
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specials textures
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What is the sole purpose for installing welded wire mesh in concrete slab?
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to prevent cracks
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How close can a hole be bored from the edge of a floor joist?
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2''
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The minimum thickness of a masonry bearing wall for a building with only one story is
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6''
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When using roll roofing the strip should be nailed so that it overhangs the edge by a minimum of
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1/4''
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The minimum thickness of aluminum valley lining is
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.024 inches
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Chimneys shall extend at least 2 feet higher than any portion of the building within
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10'
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Wood joists shall not have less than how many inches of bearing on masonry?
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6''
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When does a covered walkway around a construction site need to be lit?
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At All Times
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What is used to hold foundation wall forms together?
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snap ties
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What is the maximum diameter of a hole in a joist?
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1/3 of the joist depth
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How many nails are required for a 3 tab asphalt shingle?
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4
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What is added to concrete to slow set up?
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Retarding Admixture
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If the exposure of the 3 tab fiberglass is five inches, the head lap would normally be
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2''
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The maximum delivery time for ready mix concrete is
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90 minutes or 300 revolutions of the mixer drum
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What type of facing tile is used when a high degree of mechanical perfection is required?
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FTX unglazed
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When sandblasting what size nozzle should be used?
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1/4''
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When placing shotcrete, the maximum size aggregate to be used is
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3/4''
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When installing 3 tab shingles, no nails should be placed within how many inches of a valley?
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6''
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What is used to anchor masonry brick veneer to the structure?
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corrugated metal ties
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Concrete with a minimum compressive strength of how many psi would be used for driveways, curbs, walks, patios, porches, carport and garage slabs?
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3,500 psi
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Holes bored in the top or bottom of joists shall not be within how many inches of the edge?
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5''
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Which masonry joint provides the best moisture protection
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tooled
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The slope from a foundation wall shall not be less than
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5%
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What is the maximum temperature to which you can heat type III asphalt?
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475 degrees F
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What is the best shape of aggregate to use when pumping concrete?
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Rounded
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Chimneys shall be constructed of masonry and be at least how many inches thick?
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4''
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Pneumatic tired earth moving equipment whose maximum speed exceeds what speed shall be equipped with fenders?
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15 mph
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Rigging for equipment handling shall be inspected prior to use on each shift and as necessary during its use to ensure it is safe. Defective rigging equipment shall be
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Removed from service
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What should be added to concrete in cold weather?
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calcium chloride
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The minimum depth of footings below the undisturbed ground surface shall be
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12''
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Immediately after a steel joist is placed, the erector should
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Weld one side on each end
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In built up roofs, cant strips shall extend how many inches up the vertical surface?
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5''
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How long should the screws be to fasten 3/4'' thick cabinets to studs covered with 1/2'' drywall?
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2 1/4''
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How wide should the valley flashing be for a clay tile roof?
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36''
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The minimum thickness of membrane used to waterproof floors is
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6-mil
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When a jack rafter is faced nailed to a hip, how many 16d common nails are used?
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2
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The owner or architect shall employ a special inspector to
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inspect bolts and connections
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Metal decks are attached how often to the joist?
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Every 36''
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Electric Hand tools shall be either grounder or
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double insulated
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When welding longspans joists to steel supports, the welds shall be
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1/4'' fillet welds, 2'' long
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The tag ends of joists are placed
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As indicated by the joist placement plan
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At no time shall there be more than how many floors or how many feet, whichever is less, of unfinished bolting or welding above the foundation or uppermost permanently secured floor?
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Four Floors, 48 feet
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In non-bearing partitions a wood stud may be notched what percentage of its width?
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40%
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What type of joint is used when concrete placement is interrupted?
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Construction Joint
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Gutter splash blocks should be at least how long?
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3' long
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Pneumatic tools must have a safety mechanism that will not allow firing of more than how many psi?
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100 psi
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With masonry, what unit of measure is used in modular grid system?
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4''
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A kickout
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Is the accidental release or failure of a cross beam
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Structural plain concrete may not be used for
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columns and footings on piles
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Gypsum Fastener spacing is
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4 inches on center
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Continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only when maximum plan dimensions exceed
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50 feet
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The sides of footings are molded by boards referred to as
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Haunch boards
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Exposure to impulsive or impact noise should not exceed how many decibels peak sound pressure level?
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140 Decibels
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In masonry work, what tool is used to make long horizontal joints?
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Sled runner jointer
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One square of shingles will cover how many sq. ft. and weight how much?
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100 sq ft and 235 lbs
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The maximum fastener spacing for horizontally installed vinyl siding is?
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16''
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To identify a roof leak
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look for shingles that are worn, curled, or damaged
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The minimum slope for a mineral surfaced roll roofing is
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1/12
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What type of mortar is best suited for use below grade
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Type M
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What type of product is used as a base for tile and shower stalls?
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Backerboard
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At the time concrete is placed, rebar shall be free from
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Mud, oil and other coatings
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What type of forms are used to place concrete by extrusion?
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Slips- forms
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What is the recommended lap for 6'' beveled lap siding?
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1''
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Every landing shall have a minimum dimension measured in the direction of travel equal to the width of the stairway. Where the stairway is a straight run, this measurement need not exceed how many inches?
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48''
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Double top plates should be offset how much?
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48''
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As asphalt emulsion is applied to a bitumen roof with a slope of 4:12. How many gallons of material will be used to cover one square?
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3 Gallons
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In no case shall the edge of a bored hole be nearer than what distance to the edge of the stud
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5/8''
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Subfloor plywood underlayment spacing is
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1/8'' on ends and sides
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Covers for holes in floors and roofs shall be able to support
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Twice the weight that may be imposed on them
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What are the characteristics of a #5 bar?
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.625'' diameter, .31% area and 1.043 lbx. per LF
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What is the minimum length of lap in a lapped splice for reinforcing bars?
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12''
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Horizontal members that carry the heaviest load of attached horizontal members are called
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Girders
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Emergency escape and rescue openings shall have the bottom of the clear opening not greater than how many inches, measured from the floor?
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44 inches
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How deep is a kitchen wall cabinet?
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12''
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The proper installation of drip edge call for it to be installed
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Under the underlayment at the eaves, but over the underlayment at the rake
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What is the minimum stair riser height?
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4''
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A standard mortar joint in block construction is how wide?
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3/8''
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Excavated or other materials shall be effectively stored and retained at least how many feet or more from the edge of the excavation?
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2 Feet
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When laying brick and all the vertical joints align, this is a
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Stacked Bond
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What is the location of the attachment point of a body harness?
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In the center of the back, near shoulder level
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The easiest type of rock to rip is
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Sedimentary
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How thick are terrazzo toppings typically?
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1/2''
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What is the widest board recommended for solid roof sheathing?
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6''
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Metal decks are attached how often to the joist?
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Every 36''
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Thin Unit Glass Blocks shall be
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3 1/8'' thick
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The first board of tongue and groove flooring should be installed how many inches from the frame wall and which side of the board should face the wall?
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1/2'', groove
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Adjacent property owners must be notified by the person planning to do excavation work how many days prior to the start date of the excavation?
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10 days
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Stumps and roots shall be removed from the soil to a depth of at least
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12''
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A standard block mortar joint is how thick?
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1/4''
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Stumps and roots shall be removed from soil to a depth of at least
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12
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The usual safety factor for now form ties is
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2:1
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What is the maximum vertical rise of a flight of stairs between floor levels or landings
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12 feet
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Before making a pass, what should the dozer be aligned with?
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Blade dump area
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What is correct way to repair an asphalt shingle?
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Caulk an area with tar and sprinkle granules on it
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What is widest board recommended for solid roof sheathing?
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6''
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In code shall the design live load of a construction walkway for pedestrians be less than how many pounds per sq ft?
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150lbs
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When laying bricks, the leads are
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The corners
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What type of mortar joint is recommended in areas exposed to heavy rain and high winds?
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Concave
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What is the minimum tread depth?
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11''
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What is minimum width for open valleys used for asphalt roofing?
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18''
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What is the door hinge size for a 1 3/8'' interior door?
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3 1/2'' x 3 1/2''
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Wood shingles shall be installed on roofs with a minimum slope of
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3:12
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If you are working a job that has silt or clay soil that has become saturated and compaction is an issue, what should you do?
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Haul it away and replace it with dry soil
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How many pounds of asphalt bitumen is required per square between felts with application tolerance of plus or minus 15%?
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25 lbs
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When is installing three tab shingles, no nails should be placed within how many inches of a valley?
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6''
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What tool measures horizontal angles only?
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Builders or dumpy level
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Load factor =
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Bank volume divide by bank volume + swell factor
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The maximum height of grout lifts is usually
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5'
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The minimum thickness of metal siding shall not be less than
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0.149 inch thick
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When installing insulation, how should the vapor barrier be installed?
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To the warm side of the house
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OSHA requires masonry walls taller than how many feet to be braced
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8'
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What are the masonry exterior non-load bearing walls not wholly supported at each story?
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Curtain Walls
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How do you calculate cubic feet?
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Length in feet x width in feet x thickness in feet
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What is an area of Refuge?
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When persons unable to use stairways can remain temporarily to wait for assistance during evacuation.
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Concrete used in footings shall be what psi at 28 days
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2,500
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Stairs shall be installed at angles to the horizontal of between what degrees?
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30 and 50
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What is the correct way to test a safety net used for fall protection?
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Drop test with a 400lb bag from the highest walking surface
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Per 100 sq ft, using a 3/8'' mortar joint, you will need how many brick and how many cubic feet of mortar?
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655 brick and 5.8 cubic feet of mortar
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What is the formula for figuring the slope of a roof?
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Rise divided by run
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What is the problem with excavation in narrow spaces?
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You cannot use water necessary for wetting
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In built up roofs, cant strips shall extend how many inches up the vertical surface?
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5''
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What diameter bar is used to make a 3/8'' concave mortar joint?
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5/8''
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What is the actual size of a modular brick?
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4'' x 2 2/3'' x 8''
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Metal decks are attached how often to the joist
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Every 36''
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Weep Screeds shall be placed a minimum how many inches above the earth?
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4''
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What is the proper spacing of wood shingles when installed on non-continuous 1x4 sheathing?
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Boards are spaced on center a distance equal to single exposure
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A stair stringer must have how many inches remaining after it has been notched?
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3 1/2''
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Safety belt lanyards shall be
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A minimum of 1/2'' nylon
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Weld wire mesh should be placed how many inches below the top of the slab?
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1 1/2''
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The main support under a wood deck is called a
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Girder
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What is the maximum variation of stirrup location in a floor slab?
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1'' +
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What is the minimum thickness of particle board underlayment?
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1/4''
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Weld Wire mesh should be placed how many inches below the top of the slab?
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1 1/2''
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A sweep indicates that the bar joist
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Are not level
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What is the weight of an 8x8x16 CMU made of sand and gravel?
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40lbs
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You do not install batter boards until
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The grading corners have been established
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In the open web joist designation of "18K7", what part of the joist does the 7 indicate?
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Chord Section
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In exterior walls, a load bearing wood stud may be notched what percentage of its width
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25%
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Concrete basement wall must be a minimum of how many inches thick?
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7.5''
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Can rebar have rust on it as concrete is placed?
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Yes
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What shall the clearance between fireplace and masonry and wood be?
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2''
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What is the max vertical rise of a flight of stairs between floor levels or landings?
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12 feet
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How many pounds of asphalt bitumen is required per square between felts with an application of plus or minus 15%
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25 lbs
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Covered walkways shall have a minimum clear height of
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8'
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Metal decks are attached how often to the joist
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Every 36''
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