A SI does not need basic knowledge of - Correct Answer - structural design
What is not required of the SI prior to arriving on site - Correct Answer - Meet with contractor
Which of the following circumstances warrants contacting the contractor immediately: - Correct
Answer - the concrete temperature is over 90 degrees F
Who is responsible for reviewing and approving special inspection reports? - Correct Answer -
the Building Official (BO)
The reports of a technical finding are approved by... - Correct Answer - the Building Official (BO)
The statement of special inspections is prepared by the ____ and approved by the ___. -
Correct Answer - RDP; BO
Which of the following is used to approve a building material not listed in the IBC - Correct
Answer - a technical evaluation
Who performs structural observations? - Correct Answer - RDP
When should the SI immediately notify the contractor? - Correct Answer - When the rebar is not
tied correctly
A preconstruction meeting is generally conducted by the - Correct Answer - RDP
Which of the following does not need to be put in a special inspection report? - Correct Answer -
time of inspection
The contractor signs a statement of - Correct Answer - responsibility
Who signs the special inspection agreement? - Correct Answer - Owner, Special Inspector, and
the Contractor
Who hires the contractor? - Correct Answer - The owner
When can inspections of fabricators be waived? - Correct Answer - When approved by the BO
Who is allowed to hire the special inspector? - Correct Answer - RDP and Owner
Who administers the special inspection program? - Correct Answer - the Building Department