ICC REVIEW STUDY GUIDE TEST.
Study Session 1 - CORRECT ANSWER
What do the provisions of the International Building Code apply to? - CORRECT ANSWER The provisions
of the ICC apply to the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or
structure or appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
What is the intended use for the IBC code? - CORRECT ANSWER The ICC is intended to regulate the
broad spectrum of construction activities associated with buildings and structures. General provisions
allow for a comprehensive overview of regulations; however, where more specific circumstances exist,
any applicable specific requirements will take precedence.
What are the four fundamental purposes of the provisions of the IBC - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Safety of
building occupants
2. Safety of fire fighters and emergency responders.
3. Safety and protection of other's property.
4. Safety and protection of own property.
What structures shall comply with the IBC or International Residential Code? - CORRECT ANSWER
Detached one - and two family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (town houses) not more
than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress, and their accessory
structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height.
International Residential Code - CORRECT ANSWER Many residential structures are exempt from the
requirements of the IBC and are regulated by the IRC. Contains prescriptive requirements for the
construction of detached single-family dwellings, detached duplexes, townhouses and all structures
accessory to such buildings.
When do provisions in the appendices not apply? - CORRECT ANSWER They don't apply unless
specifically adopted.
Study Session 1 - CORRECT ANSWER
What do the provisions of the International Building Code apply to? - CORRECT ANSWER The provisions
of the ICC apply to the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or
structure or appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
What is the intended use for the IBC code? - CORRECT ANSWER The ICC is intended to regulate the
broad spectrum of construction activities associated with buildings and structures. General provisions
allow for a comprehensive overview of regulations; however, where more specific circumstances exist,
any applicable specific requirements will take precedence.
What are the four fundamental purposes of the provisions of the IBC - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Safety of
building occupants
2. Safety of fire fighters and emergency responders.
3. Safety and protection of other's property.
4. Safety and protection of own property.
What structures shall comply with the IBC or International Residential Code? - CORRECT ANSWER
Detached one - and two family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (town houses) not more
than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress, and their accessory
structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height.
International Residential Code - CORRECT ANSWER Many residential structures are exempt from the
requirements of the IBC and are regulated by the IRC. Contains prescriptive requirements for the
construction of detached single-family dwellings, detached duplexes, townhouses and all structures
accessory to such buildings.
When do provisions in the appendices not apply? - CORRECT ANSWER They don't apply unless
specifically adopted.
