RHFAC Test Questions with Revised
Answers
What should be included in the Rating Summary?
A. Innovative features that enhance meaningful access.
B. Features that present safety issues.
C. Elements that receive lowest scores.
D. All of the above. - Answer-D
Where should tactile direction indicators(TDI) be used?
A. At top of stairs.
B. Pedestrian and vehicular routes are flush.
C. Large open spaces.
D. All of the above. - Answer-C
Which of the following is essential for a person who is deaf and relies on signing?
A. Acoustic.
B. Hearing loops
C. Lighting.
D. All of the above. - Answer-C
What is the best example of going beyond code minimums to provide meaningful
access/innovation to Interior Circulation?
A. Provide colour-contrast between floor surfaces and walls.
B. Provide elevator, escalator and stairs in the same area with good signage, including
blade signage where helpful.
C. Provide assisted listening system at reception counter.
D. Provide handrails on both sides of stairs. - Answer-B
Which of the following statements is MOST TRUE regarding RHFAC Rating Survey?
A. All elements in the Vehicular Access category must be rated.
B. Parking does not need to be included in the rating, if the participating organization is
not in control of the parking area/facility.
C. Vehicular Access includes parking, passenger drop-off zone, public transit and
exterior ramps.
D. Illumination is not included in the Vehicular Access category; rather it is in only
included in Interior Services and Environment category, as Illumination Considerations
element. - Answer-B
, Which statement is LEAST TRUE regarding construction drawings?
A. Specifications are precise descriptions of products, materials, standards, equipment,
services, construction systems, construction methods and processes, and
workmanship.
B. A Schedule is a list or table which contains detailed information about construction
elements that typically include: doors and door hardware, Site lists, and lists of
accessories, furniture and room finishes.
C. A Title Block is contained on drawings on engineering or architectural Sites that
typically include but not limited to: Site name and address/location, Site number, date,
and drawing title.
D. A Material Board is contained on drawings typically providing a list of vendors
supplying any materials, along with specifications of all materials required. - Answer-D
Which statement is MOST TRUE about adapting to the environment?
A. People with low vision use colour-contrast to distinguish between features, such as
doors and walls.
B. People who are blind all benefit from assisted listening devices to help clarify
conversations at reception counters and in assembly halls.
C. People who are hard of hearing are often distracted from reading lips by high glare
on signage.
D. People with mobility impairments require well-illuminated signage in situations where
signage is mounted higher than expected. - Answer-A
Which of the following statements is LEAST ACCURATE when applying Universal
Design?
A. There are 7 principles of Universal Design.
B. An example of "Principle 2: Flexible in Use" is a levered handset and pull style
cupboard/closet hardware.
C. An example of "Principle 5: Tolerance for Error" is wider staircases, offset faucets on
showers/tubs, and the use of contrasting colour to highlight hazards.
D. An example of "Principle 6: Low Physical Effort" is Wayfinding with a combination of
sensory features and colour. - Answer-D
What is the minimum rating score required to achieve an RHFAC certification level?
A. 40%
B. 60%
C. 80%
D. 100% - Answer-B
Which certification level would this Site receive based on the following information? Site
has a rating score of 78% and meets the Mandatory Gold Certification Requirements.
Answers
What should be included in the Rating Summary?
A. Innovative features that enhance meaningful access.
B. Features that present safety issues.
C. Elements that receive lowest scores.
D. All of the above. - Answer-D
Where should tactile direction indicators(TDI) be used?
A. At top of stairs.
B. Pedestrian and vehicular routes are flush.
C. Large open spaces.
D. All of the above. - Answer-C
Which of the following is essential for a person who is deaf and relies on signing?
A. Acoustic.
B. Hearing loops
C. Lighting.
D. All of the above. - Answer-C
What is the best example of going beyond code minimums to provide meaningful
access/innovation to Interior Circulation?
A. Provide colour-contrast between floor surfaces and walls.
B. Provide elevator, escalator and stairs in the same area with good signage, including
blade signage where helpful.
C. Provide assisted listening system at reception counter.
D. Provide handrails on both sides of stairs. - Answer-B
Which of the following statements is MOST TRUE regarding RHFAC Rating Survey?
A. All elements in the Vehicular Access category must be rated.
B. Parking does not need to be included in the rating, if the participating organization is
not in control of the parking area/facility.
C. Vehicular Access includes parking, passenger drop-off zone, public transit and
exterior ramps.
D. Illumination is not included in the Vehicular Access category; rather it is in only
included in Interior Services and Environment category, as Illumination Considerations
element. - Answer-B
, Which statement is LEAST TRUE regarding construction drawings?
A. Specifications are precise descriptions of products, materials, standards, equipment,
services, construction systems, construction methods and processes, and
workmanship.
B. A Schedule is a list or table which contains detailed information about construction
elements that typically include: doors and door hardware, Site lists, and lists of
accessories, furniture and room finishes.
C. A Title Block is contained on drawings on engineering or architectural Sites that
typically include but not limited to: Site name and address/location, Site number, date,
and drawing title.
D. A Material Board is contained on drawings typically providing a list of vendors
supplying any materials, along with specifications of all materials required. - Answer-D
Which statement is MOST TRUE about adapting to the environment?
A. People with low vision use colour-contrast to distinguish between features, such as
doors and walls.
B. People who are blind all benefit from assisted listening devices to help clarify
conversations at reception counters and in assembly halls.
C. People who are hard of hearing are often distracted from reading lips by high glare
on signage.
D. People with mobility impairments require well-illuminated signage in situations where
signage is mounted higher than expected. - Answer-A
Which of the following statements is LEAST ACCURATE when applying Universal
Design?
A. There are 7 principles of Universal Design.
B. An example of "Principle 2: Flexible in Use" is a levered handset and pull style
cupboard/closet hardware.
C. An example of "Principle 5: Tolerance for Error" is wider staircases, offset faucets on
showers/tubs, and the use of contrasting colour to highlight hazards.
D. An example of "Principle 6: Low Physical Effort" is Wayfinding with a combination of
sensory features and colour. - Answer-D
What is the minimum rating score required to achieve an RHFAC certification level?
A. 40%
B. 60%
C. 80%
D. 100% - Answer-B
Which certification level would this Site receive based on the following information? Site
has a rating score of 78% and meets the Mandatory Gold Certification Requirements.
