BC Owner Builder Exam
Questions and Answers
100% Verified Graded A+
1. Order of inspections
Answer> 1; forms, basement and crawlspace
2. Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sump, wate
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
2. Which is not an acceptable method for determining the correct grading for a trench?
Answer> An experienced excavator says it's ok
3. At what depth is shoring required?
Answer> 1.2m/4ft
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,4. Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection?
Answer> Design and construction that prevents water from ever entering
5. What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada?
Answer> CSA safety cer- tification
6. What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result?
Answer> Higher grit with get a smoother finish
7. What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs?
Answer> The vertical height of any flight of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
8. What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or
landing?
Answer> 3ft
9. What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings?
Answer> 25mm/1 inch
10. End dam use
Answer> Stop water from coming in
11. When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible?-
Answer> Group inspectors together when possible and call when work is complete
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, 12. When is an HRV required?
Answer> Almost always
13. What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process?
Answer> Single de- tached 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.
14. Who issues permits for a gas fireplace?
Answer> Safety Authority (call Technical Safe BC)
15. Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit?
Answer> Yes, up to 200A
16. What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation?
Answer> -
Spray-on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
17. When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation?
Answer> After damp-proofing
18. What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof mem- brane
foundation?
Answer> Use an approved primer before installing
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Questions and Answers
100% Verified Graded A+
1. Order of inspections
Answer> 1; forms, basement and crawlspace
2. Plumbing, dampproofing, foundation drainage , sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sump, wate
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
2. Which is not an acceptable method for determining the correct grading for a trench?
Answer> An experienced excavator says it's ok
3. At what depth is shoring required?
Answer> 1.2m/4ft
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,4. Which best describes the principle of rain waterterm-0 deflection?
Answer> Design and construction that prevents water from ever entering
5. What lighting safety certifications are required in Canada?
Answer> CSA safety cer- tification
6. What grit of sandpaper would get the smoothest result?
Answer> Higher grit with get a smoother finish
7. What is the maximum rise in a flight of stairs?
Answer> The vertical height of any flight of stairs should not exceed 3.7m
8. What is the minimum distance that a ladder must extend above a parapet wall or
landing?
Answer> 3ft
9. What heights are end dams to be on windows and door flashings?
Answer> 25mm/1 inch
10. End dam use
Answer> Stop water from coming in
11. When should you call for inspectors to make them efficient as possible?-
Answer> Group inspectors together when possible and call when work is complete
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, 12. When is an HRV required?
Answer> Almost always
13. What can you build under the owner-builder HPO process?
Answer> Single de- tached 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.
14. Who issues permits for a gas fireplace?
Answer> Safety Authority (call Technical Safe BC)
15. Can an owner builder take out their own electrical permit?
Answer> Yes, up to 200A
16. What is the best way to apply asphalt waterproofing on a foundation?
Answer> -
Spray-on or roll on dry foundation with 2in. below grade
17. When is the appropriate time to backfill a foundation?
Answer> After damp-proofing
18. What do you need to do when applying a peel and stick waterproof mem- brane
foundation?
Answer> Use an approved primer before installing
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