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ICC General Requirements (GR) Exam (Module
47/84) | Latest Verified Questions and Detailed
Answers
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION:
This comprehensive set of multiple-choice questions is designed for the ICC General
Requirements (GR) Exam (Module 47/84), a computer-based, open-book test that
evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of the fundamental codes, protocols, and administrative
duties required for Special Inspections on construction sites. The assessment primarily
focuses on navigational skills and the application of rules from the International Building
Code (IBC), particularly Chapter 17 and the ICC Special Inspection Manual, covering key
topics such as the duties and responsibilities of special inspectors, the Statement of Special
Inspections, escalation procedures and daily reporting, building official authority,
continuous versus periodic inspection requirements, and conflict-of-interest rules, all
administered by the International Code Council.
QUESTION 1
Which chapter of the International Building Code primarily governs special inspections
and tests?
A) Chapter 1
B) Chapter 16
C) Chapter 17
D) Chapter 35
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Chapter 17 of the IBC is titled "Special Inspections and Tests" and
contains the requirements for special inspection programs, duties, and procedures.
QUESTION 2
Who is responsible for preparing the Statement of Special Inspections (SSI)?
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A) The special inspector
B) The building official
C) The registered design professional (RDP) in responsible charge
D) The contractor
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.3 requires the registered design professional in
responsible charge to prepare the Statement of Special Inspections, which identifies the
special inspections and tests needed for the project.
QUESTION 3
The Statement of Special Inspections must be submitted to the building official:
A) After construction is complete
B) At the time of permit application
C) Prior to the start of any special inspection work
D) Along with the certificate of occupancy application
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.3.2 states that the statement of special inspections shall
be submitted as part of the permit application.
QUESTION 4
A special inspector discovers that a welded connection does not conform to the
approved construction documents. The inspector should first report this to:
A) The building official immediately
B) The contractor and the registered design professional
C) The owner's representative only
D) The steel fabricator
CORRECT ANSWER: B
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EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.2.4 requires the special inspector to report
nonconforming items to the contractor and the registered design professional, who
then addresses the issue. If unresolved, the building official is notified.
QUESTION 5
Which type of inspection requires the special inspector to be present at all times during
the work?
A) Periodic inspection
B) Continuous inspection
C) Final inspection
D) Spot-check inspection
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: Continuous inspection means the inspector is present and observes
the work constantly; periodic inspection is done at intervals. The IBC mandates
continuous inspection for certain critical activities like high-strength bolting and
structural welding.
QUESTION 6
A special inspector may approve a design change in the field if it improves safety.
A) True
B) False
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: A special inspector does not have authority to approve design
changes. Only the registered design professional can approve modifications to the
approved construction documents.
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QUESTION 7
The building official may issue a stop-work order when:
A) The special inspector submits a report late
B) Work is being done contrary to the code or approved plans
C) The contractor changes the construction schedule
D) A neighbor complains
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 115 gives the building official authority to stop work that
violates the code or the approved construction documents, or that is dangerous.
QUESTION 8
Continuous special inspection is required for the placement of concrete with a specified
compressive strength greater than:
A) 2,500 psi
B) 4,000 psi
C) 5,000 psi
D) 10,000 psi
CORRECT ANSWER: D
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC Table 1705.3 requires continuous inspection for concrete
placement when the design compressive strength exceeds 10,000 psi, unless periodic
inspection is specifically allowed by the building official.
QUESTION 9
An approved agency performing special inspections must be:
A) Employed by the contractor
B) Independent from the contractor responsible for the work
C) An employee of the building department
ICC General Requirements (GR) Exam (Module
47/84) | Latest Verified Questions and Detailed
Answers
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION:
This comprehensive set of multiple-choice questions is designed for the ICC General
Requirements (GR) Exam (Module 47/84), a computer-based, open-book test that
evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of the fundamental codes, protocols, and administrative
duties required for Special Inspections on construction sites. The assessment primarily
focuses on navigational skills and the application of rules from the International Building
Code (IBC), particularly Chapter 17 and the ICC Special Inspection Manual, covering key
topics such as the duties and responsibilities of special inspectors, the Statement of Special
Inspections, escalation procedures and daily reporting, building official authority,
continuous versus periodic inspection requirements, and conflict-of-interest rules, all
administered by the International Code Council.
QUESTION 1
Which chapter of the International Building Code primarily governs special inspections
and tests?
A) Chapter 1
B) Chapter 16
C) Chapter 17
D) Chapter 35
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Chapter 17 of the IBC is titled "Special Inspections and Tests" and
contains the requirements for special inspection programs, duties, and procedures.
QUESTION 2
Who is responsible for preparing the Statement of Special Inspections (SSI)?
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A) The special inspector
B) The building official
C) The registered design professional (RDP) in responsible charge
D) The contractor
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.3 requires the registered design professional in
responsible charge to prepare the Statement of Special Inspections, which identifies the
special inspections and tests needed for the project.
QUESTION 3
The Statement of Special Inspections must be submitted to the building official:
A) After construction is complete
B) At the time of permit application
C) Prior to the start of any special inspection work
D) Along with the certificate of occupancy application
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.3.2 states that the statement of special inspections shall
be submitted as part of the permit application.
QUESTION 4
A special inspector discovers that a welded connection does not conform to the
approved construction documents. The inspector should first report this to:
A) The building official immediately
B) The contractor and the registered design professional
C) The owner's representative only
D) The steel fabricator
CORRECT ANSWER: B
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EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 1704.2.4 requires the special inspector to report
nonconforming items to the contractor and the registered design professional, who
then addresses the issue. If unresolved, the building official is notified.
QUESTION 5
Which type of inspection requires the special inspector to be present at all times during
the work?
A) Periodic inspection
B) Continuous inspection
C) Final inspection
D) Spot-check inspection
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: Continuous inspection means the inspector is present and observes
the work constantly; periodic inspection is done at intervals. The IBC mandates
continuous inspection for certain critical activities like high-strength bolting and
structural welding.
QUESTION 6
A special inspector may approve a design change in the field if it improves safety.
A) True
B) False
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: A special inspector does not have authority to approve design
changes. Only the registered design professional can approve modifications to the
approved construction documents.
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QUESTION 7
The building official may issue a stop-work order when:
A) The special inspector submits a report late
B) Work is being done contrary to the code or approved plans
C) The contractor changes the construction schedule
D) A neighbor complains
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC 115 gives the building official authority to stop work that
violates the code or the approved construction documents, or that is dangerous.
QUESTION 8
Continuous special inspection is required for the placement of concrete with a specified
compressive strength greater than:
A) 2,500 psi
B) 4,000 psi
C) 5,000 psi
D) 10,000 psi
CORRECT ANSWER: D
EXPERT RATIONALE: IBC Table 1705.3 requires continuous inspection for concrete
placement when the design compressive strength exceeds 10,000 psi, unless periodic
inspection is specifically allowed by the building official.
QUESTION 9
An approved agency performing special inspections must be:
A) Employed by the contractor
B) Independent from the contractor responsible for the work
C) An employee of the building department
