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BC Owner Builder Authorization Actual Exam
Newest 2026-2027 /BC Owner Builder
Authorization Practice Exam /BC Owner Builder
Authorization Preparation With 300 Questions And
Correct Answers With Rationales| Already Graded
A+
When a balcony membrane is used, what is the minimum slope
percentage?
a. 5%
b. 2%
c. 1%
d. Depends on location - ANSWER-b
What is the minimum spacing for a deck (boards)?
a. 2 inch
b. 1/8 inch
c. 2/3 inch
d. 1 inch - ANSWER-b
108.Most efficient insulation for framed walls?
a. Spray Foam Insulation
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b. Loose-Fill Insulation
c. Batt Insulation
d. Reflective Insulation - ANSWER-c
How many jobs can a sole sub-contractor do before they must
be a licensed builder and provide home warranty insurance?
a. Max 1
b. Max 5
c. Max 3
d. Max 2 - ANSWER-d
110.What is the "live load" capacity on a floor?
a. 5kPa
b. 5Pa
c. 2.4Pa
d. 2.4kPa - ANSWER-d
Balconies and Decks must be designed to carry?
a. 1.9 kPa
b. 2.4 Pa
c. 2.4 kPa
d. 1.9 Pa - ANSWER-a
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What must you remember when framing in a direct vent gas fireplace?
a. Leave clearance between the unit and framing
b. Intake Valve must be vertical
c. You should not be installing direct vent gas fireplace
d. Make the seals as air tight as possible - ANSWER-a
What must a principle of a farm corporation do to
receive an HPO permit?
a. Must not sell land for one year
b. Request a rezoning of the property
c. File special resolution not to sell interest in land for 1yr
d. Owner builder cannot work with farming applications - ANSWER-c
Which of the following best describes a chimney flue?
a. An intake for fresh air
b. Exhaust for a wood burning fireplace only
c. Manual vent for greater oxygen exposure
d. Opening for exhaust gases to exit - ANSWER-d
What is the best practice for framing a foundation
a. Square corners first and brace
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b. Cut twice, measure once
c. Hire a professional for all concrete pours
d. Get corners near square and adjust later - ANSWER-a
How should you store a propane cylinders on a job site?
a. On their side
b. Upright and Secured
c. Dry and warm
d. Secured to the kettle - ANSWER-b
What is the most appropriate bridging / blocking for a non-engineered
floor?
a. Cross-bridging at 7' OC max
b. 2 x 4 at 6' OC max
c. Install continuous stiffeners 2' on center
d. Install vertical stiffeners at 2' - ANSWER-a
When do you need to install a handrail or wear fall protection?
a. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 1 m
b. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 6 m
c. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 3 m
d. Never before occupancy - ANSWER-c
BC Owner Builder Authorization Actual Exam
Newest 2026-2027 /BC Owner Builder
Authorization Practice Exam /BC Owner Builder
Authorization Preparation With 300 Questions And
Correct Answers With Rationales| Already Graded
A+
When a balcony membrane is used, what is the minimum slope
percentage?
a. 5%
b. 2%
c. 1%
d. Depends on location - ANSWER-b
What is the minimum spacing for a deck (boards)?
a. 2 inch
b. 1/8 inch
c. 2/3 inch
d. 1 inch - ANSWER-b
108.Most efficient insulation for framed walls?
a. Spray Foam Insulation
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b. Loose-Fill Insulation
c. Batt Insulation
d. Reflective Insulation - ANSWER-c
How many jobs can a sole sub-contractor do before they must
be a licensed builder and provide home warranty insurance?
a. Max 1
b. Max 5
c. Max 3
d. Max 2 - ANSWER-d
110.What is the "live load" capacity on a floor?
a. 5kPa
b. 5Pa
c. 2.4Pa
d. 2.4kPa - ANSWER-d
Balconies and Decks must be designed to carry?
a. 1.9 kPa
b. 2.4 Pa
c. 2.4 kPa
d. 1.9 Pa - ANSWER-a
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What must you remember when framing in a direct vent gas fireplace?
a. Leave clearance between the unit and framing
b. Intake Valve must be vertical
c. You should not be installing direct vent gas fireplace
d. Make the seals as air tight as possible - ANSWER-a
What must a principle of a farm corporation do to
receive an HPO permit?
a. Must not sell land for one year
b. Request a rezoning of the property
c. File special resolution not to sell interest in land for 1yr
d. Owner builder cannot work with farming applications - ANSWER-c
Which of the following best describes a chimney flue?
a. An intake for fresh air
b. Exhaust for a wood burning fireplace only
c. Manual vent for greater oxygen exposure
d. Opening for exhaust gases to exit - ANSWER-d
What is the best practice for framing a foundation
a. Square corners first and brace
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b. Cut twice, measure once
c. Hire a professional for all concrete pours
d. Get corners near square and adjust later - ANSWER-a
How should you store a propane cylinders on a job site?
a. On their side
b. Upright and Secured
c. Dry and warm
d. Secured to the kettle - ANSWER-b
What is the most appropriate bridging / blocking for a non-engineered
floor?
a. Cross-bridging at 7' OC max
b. 2 x 4 at 6' OC max
c. Install continuous stiffeners 2' on center
d. Install vertical stiffeners at 2' - ANSWER-a
When do you need to install a handrail or wear fall protection?
a. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 1 m
b. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 6 m
c. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 3 m
d. Never before occupancy - ANSWER-c
