ABAA CERTIFIED AIR BARRIER
SPECIALIST | QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS |
2026 UPDATE | 100% CORRECT!!
Describe the physics of heat movement. - ANSWERS-Heat moves from
hot to cold through conduction, convection, and radiation.
Describe the physics of air movement. - ANSWERS-Due to wind, stack
effect, and mechanical systems, air pressures will eternally work to
equalize pressures.
Describe the physics of moisture movement. - ANSWERS--In the form
of liquid, moisture moves due to gravity or capillary flow.
-In the form of vapor, moisture will move from high vapor pressure to
low vapor pressure. It will also move along air movement pathways.
How does insulation affect the movement of heat, air, and moisture? -
ANSWERS-Insulation slows down the movement of air, which also
slows the movement of heat.
How does an air barrier affect the flow of heat, air, and moisture? -
ANSWERS-An air barrier can limit the movement of air through a
building assembly, thus slowing the movement of heat and moisture.
, Define air barrier materials. - ANSWERS-The "big pieces" of an air
barrier assembly. This can be the fluid-applied or sheet-applied goods.
Define air barrier accessories. - ANSWERS-Transition membrane,
sealants, flashings, and expansion joints are all examples of the
accessories of an air barrier assembly.
What is the purpose of the ABAA Site Quality Assurance Program
(QAP)? - ANSWERS-As a risk management program, it aims to build
better-built buildings.
List the key requirements in the ABAA Site Quality Assurance
Program. - ANSWERS-Research and Development
Standards and Specifications
Material Evaluations
Contractor Accreditation
Installer Training
Installer Certification
Documentation
Site Audits
Data Tracking
Continual Improvement
Third Party Warranty (Optional)
What obligations does a manufacturer have when they have an ABAA
evaluated air barrier material? - ANSWERS--Agrees not to change the
material properties of an evaluated material.
SPECIALIST | QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS |
2026 UPDATE | 100% CORRECT!!
Describe the physics of heat movement. - ANSWERS-Heat moves from
hot to cold through conduction, convection, and radiation.
Describe the physics of air movement. - ANSWERS-Due to wind, stack
effect, and mechanical systems, air pressures will eternally work to
equalize pressures.
Describe the physics of moisture movement. - ANSWERS--In the form
of liquid, moisture moves due to gravity or capillary flow.
-In the form of vapor, moisture will move from high vapor pressure to
low vapor pressure. It will also move along air movement pathways.
How does insulation affect the movement of heat, air, and moisture? -
ANSWERS-Insulation slows down the movement of air, which also
slows the movement of heat.
How does an air barrier affect the flow of heat, air, and moisture? -
ANSWERS-An air barrier can limit the movement of air through a
building assembly, thus slowing the movement of heat and moisture.
, Define air barrier materials. - ANSWERS-The "big pieces" of an air
barrier assembly. This can be the fluid-applied or sheet-applied goods.
Define air barrier accessories. - ANSWERS-Transition membrane,
sealants, flashings, and expansion joints are all examples of the
accessories of an air barrier assembly.
What is the purpose of the ABAA Site Quality Assurance Program
(QAP)? - ANSWERS-As a risk management program, it aims to build
better-built buildings.
List the key requirements in the ABAA Site Quality Assurance
Program. - ANSWERS-Research and Development
Standards and Specifications
Material Evaluations
Contractor Accreditation
Installer Training
Installer Certification
Documentation
Site Audits
Data Tracking
Continual Improvement
Third Party Warranty (Optional)
What obligations does a manufacturer have when they have an ABAA
evaluated air barrier material? - ANSWERS--Agrees not to change the
material properties of an evaluated material.
