Which is not an acceptable method for determining the correct grading for a trench? - AN-
SWER An experienced excavator says it's ok
Order of inspections - ANSWER 1: forms, basement and crawlspace
2: Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sump, water
service
3: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas
4: framing inspection
5: insulation and vapour barrier
6: rainscreen/exterior finishs, drywall
7: building envelop inspection
8: final inspection
Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection? - ANSWER Design and
construction that prevents water from ever entering
At what depth is shoring required? - ANSWER 1.2m/4ft
What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result? - ANSWER Higher grit with get a
smoother finish
What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada? - ANSWER CSA safety certifica-
tion
1
,What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs? - ANSWER The vertical height of any flight
of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or landing? -
ANSWER 3ft
What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings? - ANSWER 25mm/1
inch
End dam use - ANSWER Stop water from coming in
When is an HRV required? - ANSWER Almost always
When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible? - ANSWER Group
inspectors together when possible and call when work is complete
What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process? - ANSWER Single detached
home under a single title. Single dwelling attached to pre-existing building older than 10
years. Single dwelling attached to a new non-residential building.
Who issues permits for a gas fireplace? - ANSWER Safety Authority (call Technical Safe
BC)
Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit? - ANSWER Yes, up to 200A
What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation? - ANSWER Spray-
on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation? - ANSWER After damp-proofing
2
, What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof membrane foundation?
- ANSWER Use an approved primer before installing
What are gas meter installation requirements? - ANSWER The distance from the gas vent
to the roof must be greater than the overhang of the roof, nothing can be with in 1m either
side or 4.5m above a gas meter
When do you need to install a handrail or have fall protection? - ANSWER 10ft, 4ft if no
fall protection
How high does a construction fence around a site need to be? - ANSWER 6ft
When installing the footer, it was dug down 2in. deeper than what the elevation should be.
What needs to happen? - ANSWER Install the footing form at proper elevation and fill
with extra concrete
When installing flashing for a roof valley how much do the asphalt shingles need to overlap?
- ANSWER 6in.
Water is backing up in a skylight, what do you do to fix it? - ANSWER Clear drainage
What would cause a blister on a flat roof? - ANSWER Moisture trapped under roof
What needs to be done first when starting to install asphalt shingles on a roof? - ANSWER
Install eve protection
What kind of fastener can you use in a wood that has been treated with chromated copper
arsenate? - ANSWER Lumber manufacturer approved fastener
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SWER An experienced excavator says it's ok
Order of inspections - ANSWER 1: forms, basement and crawlspace
2: Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sump, water
service
3: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas
4: framing inspection
5: insulation and vapour barrier
6: rainscreen/exterior finishs, drywall
7: building envelop inspection
8: final inspection
Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection? - ANSWER Design and
construction that prevents water from ever entering
At what depth is shoring required? - ANSWER 1.2m/4ft
What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result? - ANSWER Higher grit with get a
smoother finish
What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada? - ANSWER CSA safety certifica-
tion
1
,What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs? - ANSWER The vertical height of any flight
of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or landing? -
ANSWER 3ft
What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings? - ANSWER 25mm/1
inch
End dam use - ANSWER Stop water from coming in
When is an HRV required? - ANSWER Almost always
When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible? - ANSWER Group
inspectors together when possible and call when work is complete
What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process? - ANSWER Single detached
home under a single title. Single dwelling attached to pre-existing building older than 10
years. Single dwelling attached to a new non-residential building.
Who issues permits for a gas fireplace? - ANSWER Safety Authority (call Technical Safe
BC)
Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit? - ANSWER Yes, up to 200A
What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation? - ANSWER Spray-
on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation? - ANSWER After damp-proofing
2
, What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof membrane foundation?
- ANSWER Use an approved primer before installing
What are gas meter installation requirements? - ANSWER The distance from the gas vent
to the roof must be greater than the overhang of the roof, nothing can be with in 1m either
side or 4.5m above a gas meter
When do you need to install a handrail or have fall protection? - ANSWER 10ft, 4ft if no
fall protection
How high does a construction fence around a site need to be? - ANSWER 6ft
When installing the footer, it was dug down 2in. deeper than what the elevation should be.
What needs to happen? - ANSWER Install the footing form at proper elevation and fill
with extra concrete
When installing flashing for a roof valley how much do the asphalt shingles need to overlap?
- ANSWER 6in.
Water is backing up in a skylight, what do you do to fix it? - ANSWER Clear drainage
What would cause a blister on a flat roof? - ANSWER Moisture trapped under roof
What needs to be done first when starting to install asphalt shingles on a roof? - ANSWER
Install eve protection
What kind of fastener can you use in a wood that has been treated with chromated copper
arsenate? - ANSWER Lumber manufacturer approved fastener
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