BC Owner Builder Exam Questions
and Answers
Order of inspections - ANSWER>>1: forms, basement and crawlspace
2: Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer,
sump, water service
3: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas
4: framing inspection
5: insulation and vapour barrier
6: rainscreen/exterior finishs, drywall
7: building envelop inspection
8: final inspection
Which is not an acceptable method for determining the correct grading for a
trench? - ANSWER>>An experienced excavator says it's ok
At what depth is shoring required? - ANSWER>>1.2m/4ft
Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection? -
ANSWER>>Design and construction that prevents water from ever entering
What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada? - ANSWER>>CSA safety
certification
What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result? - ANSWER>>Higher grit
with get a smoother finish
,What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs? - ANSWER>>The vertical height of
any flight of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or
landing? - ANSWER>>3ft
What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings? -
ANSWER>>25mm/1 inch
End dam use - ANSWER>>Stop water from coming in
When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible? -
ANSWER>>Group inspectors together when possible and call when work is
complete
When is an HRV required? - ANSWER>>Almost always
What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process? - ANSWER>>Single
detached home under a single title. Single dwelling attached to pre-existing
building older than 10 years. Single dwelling attached to a new non-residential
building.
Who issues permits for a gas fireplace? - ANSWER>>Safety Authority (call
Technical Safe BC)
Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit? - ANSWER>>Yes, up to
200A
What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation? -
ANSWER>>Spray-on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation? - ANSWER>>After damp-
proofing
, What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof membrane
foundation? - ANSWER>>Use an approved primer before installing
What are gas meter installation requirements? - ANSWER>>The distance from the
gas vent to the roof must be greater than the overhang of the roof, nothing can
be with in 1m either side or 4.5m above a gas meter
When do you need to install a handrail or have fall protection? - ANSWER>>10ft,
4ft if no fall protection
How high does a construction fence around a site need to be? - ANSWER>>6ft
When installing the footer, it was dug down 2in. deeper than what the elevation
should be. What needs to happen? - ANSWER>>Install the footing form at proper
elevation and fill with extra concrete
When installing flashing for a roof valley how much do the asphalt shingles need
to overlap? - ANSWER>>6in.
What would cause a blister on a flat roof? - ANSWER>>Moisture trapped under
roof
Water is backing up in a skylight, what do you do to fix it? - ANSWER>>Clear
drainage
What needs to be done first when starting to install asphalt shingles on a roof? -
ANSWER>>Install eve protection
What kind of fastener can you use in a wood that has been treated with
chromated copper arsenate? - ANSWER>>Lumber manufacturer approved
fastener
and Answers
Order of inspections - ANSWER>>1: forms, basement and crawlspace
2: Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer,
sump, water service
3: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas
4: framing inspection
5: insulation and vapour barrier
6: rainscreen/exterior finishs, drywall
7: building envelop inspection
8: final inspection
Which is not an acceptable method for determining the correct grading for a
trench? - ANSWER>>An experienced excavator says it's ok
At what depth is shoring required? - ANSWER>>1.2m/4ft
Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection? -
ANSWER>>Design and construction that prevents water from ever entering
What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada? - ANSWER>>CSA safety
certification
What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result? - ANSWER>>Higher grit
with get a smoother finish
,What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs? - ANSWER>>The vertical height of
any flight of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or
landing? - ANSWER>>3ft
What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings? -
ANSWER>>25mm/1 inch
End dam use - ANSWER>>Stop water from coming in
When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible? -
ANSWER>>Group inspectors together when possible and call when work is
complete
When is an HRV required? - ANSWER>>Almost always
What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process? - ANSWER>>Single
detached home under a single title. Single dwelling attached to pre-existing
building older than 10 years. Single dwelling attached to a new non-residential
building.
Who issues permits for a gas fireplace? - ANSWER>>Safety Authority (call
Technical Safe BC)
Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit? - ANSWER>>Yes, up to
200A
What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation? -
ANSWER>>Spray-on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation? - ANSWER>>After damp-
proofing
, What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof membrane
foundation? - ANSWER>>Use an approved primer before installing
What are gas meter installation requirements? - ANSWER>>The distance from the
gas vent to the roof must be greater than the overhang of the roof, nothing can
be with in 1m either side or 4.5m above a gas meter
When do you need to install a handrail or have fall protection? - ANSWER>>10ft,
4ft if no fall protection
How high does a construction fence around a site need to be? - ANSWER>>6ft
When installing the footer, it was dug down 2in. deeper than what the elevation
should be. What needs to happen? - ANSWER>>Install the footing form at proper
elevation and fill with extra concrete
When installing flashing for a roof valley how much do the asphalt shingles need
to overlap? - ANSWER>>6in.
What would cause a blister on a flat roof? - ANSWER>>Moisture trapped under
roof
Water is backing up in a skylight, what do you do to fix it? - ANSWER>>Clear
drainage
What needs to be done first when starting to install asphalt shingles on a roof? -
ANSWER>>Install eve protection
What kind of fastener can you use in a wood that has been treated with
chromated copper arsenate? - ANSWER>>Lumber manufacturer approved
fastener
