TEXAS ACCESSIBILITY INSPECTOR
CERTIFICATION EXAM ACTUAL 2026
VERIFIED QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
COMPREHENSIVE & RATIONALE|INSTANT
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1. During a Texas accessibility inspection, which federal standard is
primarily used as the technical reference for accessibility in
facilities subject to the Americans with Disabilities Act?
A. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
B. ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010)
C. International Residential Code (IRC)
D. National Electrical Code (NEC)
Answer: B. ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010)
Rationale: The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design establish the
enforceable technical requirements for accessibility in public
accommodations, commercial facilities, and government facilities.
Inspectors use these standards extensively when evaluating compliance.
2. Which slope represents the maximum allowable running slope for
an accessible ramp?
A. 1:10
B. 1:8
C. 1:12
D. 1:20
Answer: C. 1:12
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,Rationale: A maximum running slope of 1:12 means one inch of vertical
rise for every twelve inches of horizontal run. Steeper ramps become
difficult and potentially unsafe for wheelchair users.
3. A walking surface with a running slope steeper than 1:20 is
generally classified as:
A. A sidewalk
B. A route
C. A ramp
D. A landing
Answer: C. A ramp
Rationale: Any accessible route exceeding a 1:20 running slope must
satisfy ramp requirements including handrails, landings, edge
protection, and maximum slope limitations.
4. What is the minimum clear width required for an accessible route
under normal conditions?
A. 30 inches
B. 32 inches
C. 36 inches
D. 42 inches
Answer: C. 36 inches
Rationale: The minimum continuous clear width for an accessible route
is 36 inches, allowing wheelchair users to travel safely through the
facility.
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, 5. An accessible parking space serving automobiles must generally
have a minimum width of:
A. 84 inches
B. 96 inches
C. 102 inches
D. 108 inches
Answer: B. 96 inches
Rationale: Standard accessible parking spaces require a minimum
width of 96 inches, accompanied by an adjacent access aisle meeting
applicable dimensional requirements.
6. Van-accessible parking spaces generally require a minimum
vertical clearance of:
A. 80 inches
B. 90 inches
C. 98 inches
D. 108 inches
Answer: C. 98 inches
Rationale: Van-accessible spaces and their associated routes must
provide at least 98 inches of vertical clearance to accommodate high-
roof accessible vans.
7. Which parking space marking identifies a van-accessible parking
space?
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, A. Blue stripe only
B. Wheelchair symbol only
C. "Van Accessible" designation
D. Yellow curb
Answer: C. "Van Accessible" designation
Rationale: Federal standards require signage identifying van-accessible
spaces with the words "Van Accessible" in addition to the International
Symbol of Accessibility.
8. The maximum cross slope permitted for accessible walking
surfaces is:
A. 1:20
B. 1:12
C. 1:48
D. 1:30
Answer: C. 1:48
Rationale: Cross slopes greater than 1:48 create instability for
wheelchair users and increase the effort required for travel.
9. Which dimension is required for a standard wheelchair turning
circle?
A. 48 inches
B. 54 inches
C. 60 inches
D. 72 inches
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CERTIFICATION EXAM ACTUAL 2026
VERIFIED QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
COMPREHENSIVE & RATIONALE|INSTANT
DOWNLOAD
1. During a Texas accessibility inspection, which federal standard is
primarily used as the technical reference for accessibility in
facilities subject to the Americans with Disabilities Act?
A. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
B. ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010)
C. International Residential Code (IRC)
D. National Electrical Code (NEC)
Answer: B. ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010)
Rationale: The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design establish the
enforceable technical requirements for accessibility in public
accommodations, commercial facilities, and government facilities.
Inspectors use these standards extensively when evaluating compliance.
2. Which slope represents the maximum allowable running slope for
an accessible ramp?
A. 1:10
B. 1:8
C. 1:12
D. 1:20
Answer: C. 1:12
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,Rationale: A maximum running slope of 1:12 means one inch of vertical
rise for every twelve inches of horizontal run. Steeper ramps become
difficult and potentially unsafe for wheelchair users.
3. A walking surface with a running slope steeper than 1:20 is
generally classified as:
A. A sidewalk
B. A route
C. A ramp
D. A landing
Answer: C. A ramp
Rationale: Any accessible route exceeding a 1:20 running slope must
satisfy ramp requirements including handrails, landings, edge
protection, and maximum slope limitations.
4. What is the minimum clear width required for an accessible route
under normal conditions?
A. 30 inches
B. 32 inches
C. 36 inches
D. 42 inches
Answer: C. 36 inches
Rationale: The minimum continuous clear width for an accessible route
is 36 inches, allowing wheelchair users to travel safely through the
facility.
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, 5. An accessible parking space serving automobiles must generally
have a minimum width of:
A. 84 inches
B. 96 inches
C. 102 inches
D. 108 inches
Answer: B. 96 inches
Rationale: Standard accessible parking spaces require a minimum
width of 96 inches, accompanied by an adjacent access aisle meeting
applicable dimensional requirements.
6. Van-accessible parking spaces generally require a minimum
vertical clearance of:
A. 80 inches
B. 90 inches
C. 98 inches
D. 108 inches
Answer: C. 98 inches
Rationale: Van-accessible spaces and their associated routes must
provide at least 98 inches of vertical clearance to accommodate high-
roof accessible vans.
7. Which parking space marking identifies a van-accessible parking
space?
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, A. Blue stripe only
B. Wheelchair symbol only
C. "Van Accessible" designation
D. Yellow curb
Answer: C. "Van Accessible" designation
Rationale: Federal standards require signage identifying van-accessible
spaces with the words "Van Accessible" in addition to the International
Symbol of Accessibility.
8. The maximum cross slope permitted for accessible walking
surfaces is:
A. 1:20
B. 1:12
C. 1:48
D. 1:30
Answer: C. 1:48
Rationale: Cross slopes greater than 1:48 create instability for
wheelchair users and increase the effort required for travel.
9. Which dimension is required for a standard wheelchair turning
circle?
A. 48 inches
B. 54 inches
C. 60 inches
D. 72 inches
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