Nicet Level 1 In Highway Construction 2024 Exam.pdf

On a multi-span bridge reconstruction project, the contractor's schedule states on Friday that they will be tightening/testing bolts for span #1 girders, finishing up tying reinforcing steel followed up with placing concrete for the pier #3 footings, and pile driving at the forward abutment. To effectively staff the project that day, what is the minimum number of construction inspectors required? c) 3 d) 4 - Answer c) 3 a) 1.5 inches b) 2 inches c) 3 inches d) 3.5 inches - Answer b) 2 inches What is a commonly used bolt tension measuring devices? a) torque wrench b) impact wrench c) Skidmore-Wilhelm calibrator d) Windsor probe - Answer c) Skidmore-Wilhelm calibrator Upon inspection of reinforcing steel for a deck repair, it is discovered that a percentage of the existing steel has deteriorated. What percent of section loss requires remediation? a) 10% Subcontractors are involved in the construction of rest areas. Who is legally responsible for ensuring proper payment to workers on the subcontract? Thile preparing a bid, the contractor is responsible for evaluation of core borings as they relate to field conditions. The accuracy of the information in any reports or interpretations regarding the boring logs is best described as what? What typical conditions present on a limited access highway would require the extension of the taper or an increased distance of the advanced warning signs? b) 25% c) 33% d) 50% - Answer a) 10% a) EEOC officer b) prime contractor c) project engineer d) subcontractor - Answer b) prime contractor To properly identify cables, the cable jackets must be marked at approximately 2- foot intervals. Which two pieces of information are required to be marked on the cable jackets? (Choose two). a) name of project b) permitted uses c) voltage rating d) year manufactured - Answer c) voltage rating d) year manufactured a) exactly what should be encountered in the field b) for information only c) required to be incorporated into the contractor's bid d) what should be used to determine quantities by the contractor for the area the core was taken - Answer b) for information only a) alternating traffic b) horizontal and vertical curves a) 10 inches b) 12 inches c) inclement weather d) nighttime operation - Answer b) horizontal and vertical curves How are lights and luminaires controlled? a) loop detectors b) meter cabinet c) photocells d) timer - Answer c) photocells How high should granular backfill of a standard underdrain be placed above the top of the collector pipe? c) 15 inches d) 18 inches - Answer b) 12 inches According to FP-14, if testing is not being performed, what is the minimum waiting period for tensioning after the last concrete has be placed? a) 7 days b) 10 days c) 14 days d) 28 days - Answer b) 10 days