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If workers are required to enter a trench over 1.2 m (4 ft) deep, the safe point of entry and exit must be located: a) within 8 m (25 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. b) within 5 m (16 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. c) within 7 m (23 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. d) within 10 m (32 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. - Correct Answer a If workers are required to enter a trench over 1.2 m (4 ft) deep, the safe point of entry and exit must be located: a) within 5 m (16 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. b) within 7 m (23 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. c) within 8 m (25 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. d) within 10 m (32 ft) of the workers and the excavation must be safely supported or sloped to the entry and exit location. - Correct Answer c What is the design and construction that prevents water from ever entering? a) Principle of driving rain deterrent b) Principle of driving rain deflection c) Principle of rainwater deterrent d) Principle of rainwater deflection - Correct Answer d The higher grit number is equivalent to: a) a finer abrasive, which creates smoother surface finishes. b) a finer abrasive, which creates a rougher surface finish. c) arougher abrasive, which creates smoother surface finishes. d) a rougher abrasive, which creates a rougher surface finish. - Correct Answer a The vertical height of any flight of stairs shall not exceed a) 4.5 m or 15 ft b) 3.7 mor 12 ft c)3.5 mor 11.5 ft d) 2.8 m or 9 ft - Correct Answer b Extend the ladder atleast above the landing platform or the point of support. a) 1.5 m (5 ft) b) 2 m (6.3 ft) c) 1 m (3 ft) d) .5 m (1.5 ft) - Correct Answer c a) 12 inches. b) 6 inches. c) 2 inches. d) 5 inches. - Correct Answer b The moisture trapped within the membranes will form bubbles on the surface of the flat roof. As moisture builds up on the roof, the bubbles will eventually grow and pop, forming a blister. The moisture is formed by a) excessive heat and poor attic ventilation. b) excessive cold and poor attic ventilation. c) excessive heat and excessive attic ventilation. d) excessive cold and excessive attic ventilation. - Correct Answer a If any condensation forms on the inside of your skylight, the weep holes allow the water to drain out of your home. The condensation can end up dripping into yourhome instead if a) too many holes are present. b) these holes are not properly caulked. c) these holes are blocked by debris. d) the holes are installed on the downward slope - Correct Answer c The weep holes in skylights allow the a) air exchange b) water to drain out of your home c) condensation to get trapped d) caulking to adhere the skylight tightly to the mount - Correct Answer b The depth of a concrete slab control joint should be equal to a) one eighth of the thickness of the slab. b) one half of the thickness of the slab. c) twice the thickness of the slab. d) one fourth of the thickness of the slab. - Correct Answer d To ensure that the foundation of your home isn't a major source of heat loss, you should install rigid insulation before pouring concrete. T or F? - Correct Answer T For the nailing pattern on the staircase header, use BC code section 9 (I looked this up here chrome- extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://free.bcpublications.ca/ci vix/document/id/public/bcbc2018/bcbc_2018dbp9n and | cant find any info on it at all outside of the above note from the cheat sheet). answer: T - Correct Answer T Notice of project does not need to be submitted to WorkSafeBC prior to building. T or F - Correct Answer F With bifold doors, most adjustments involve positions of a) king and jack stud b) the pivot pins at the top and bottom near the side where the door meets the door frame. c) the hinge location at the far left or right, where the door meets the frame - Correct Answer b As an owner builder, you may not offer to sell or sell the new home during construction or until at least one year after your home is first occupied, unless HPO approved. T or F - Correct Answer T To square a 12 x 9 room the diagonal should be a)5 b) 50 c) 15 d) 25 - Correct Answer c What is the difference between option third party home insurance and mandatory licensed builder home insurance? a. There is no difference b. Optional is 5 years, licensed builder is 10 years c. Optional only covers labour and materials d. Optional only covers water egress - Correct Answer a What is 1 inch equivalent to? a. 25.4mm b. 25.4cm c. 1.5mm d. 1.5cm - Correct Answer a What is 1 foot equivalent to? a. 0.4500m b. 0.3048m c. 0.2540m d. 25.4cm - Correct Answer b What is equivalent to 1 meter? a. 1000mm b. 25.4in c. 4ft d. 1000cm - Correct Answer a Why is clay tile roof not a good option for the west coast? a. Susceptible to leaks b. Expensive to source materials c. Heavy tiles are dangerous in an earthquake d. Difficult to find expert trades - Correct Answer c When a balcony membrane is used, what is the minimum slope percentage? a. 5% b. 2% c.1% d. Depends on location - Correct Answer b What is the minimum spacing for a deck (boards)? a. 2 inch b. 1/8 inch c. 2/3 inch d. 1 inch - Correct Answer b 108.Most efficient insulation for framed walls? a. Spray Foam Insulation b. Loose-Fill Insulation What must a principle of a farm corporation do to receive an HPO permit? a. Must not sell land for one year b. Request a rezoning of the property c. File special resolution not to sell interest in land for tyr d. Owner builder cannot work with farming applications - Correct Answer c Which of the following best describes a chimney flue? a. An intake for fresh air b. Exhaust for a wood burning fireplace only c. Manual vent for greater oxygen exposure d. Opening for exhaust gases to exit - Correct Answer d What is the best practice for framing a foundation a. Square corners first and brace b. Cut twice, measure once c. Hire a professional for all concrete pours d. Get corners near square and adjust later - Correct Answer a How should you store a propane cylinders on a job site? a. On their side b. Upright and Secured c. Dry and warm d. Secured to the kettle - Correct Answer b What is the most appropriate bridging / blocking for a non-engineered floor? a. Cross-bridging at 7’ OC max b. 2 x 4 at 6' OC max c. Install continuous stiffeners 2' on center d. Install vertical stiffeners at 2' - Correct Answer a When do you need to install a handrail or wear fall protection? a. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 1m b. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 6 m c. When a worker has the potential to fall from a height of 3 m d. Never before occupancy - Correct Answer c When are sprinklers required in a SFD a. Only required if local bylaws require them b. > 10 minutes' fire response time c. > 200M from hydrant d. Within a fire hazard zone - Correct Answer a When are sprinklers required in a SFD a. Only required if local bylaws require them b. > 10 minutes’ fire response time c. > 200M from hydrant d. Within a fire hazard zone - Correct Answer a Which of the following is not a property of WRB (Tyek) a. Vapour Proof b. Roll On c. Not Vapour Proof d. High insulation value - Correct Answer c How do you square up a wall when framing? Which of the following best describes the third law of thermodynamics? a. Energy is conserved b. Heat flows from an area of high heat to low heat c. Electricity follows the path of least resistance d. Heat flows from an area of low heat to high heat - Correct Answer b For different grades, what is the minimum run for step footings? a. 36" b. 24" 6.36 d. 24' - Correct Answer b Nail pattern for a vertical and horizontal application of panel-type sheating? a. 12" on edge; 16" elsewhere b. 6" throughout c. 6" on edge; 12" elsewhere d. Other - Correct Answer c What is the maximum perm rating allowed for an exterior wall assembly? a. 102ng (2.1) b. 60ng (1.05) c. 100ng (1.75) d. 80ng (1.4) - Correct Answer b What best describes the principle of rainwater deflection? a. Building design that allows wall assemblies to dry b. Cover from rain and protect from sun c. Leave no opening larger than 1mm d. Design and construction that prevents water from entering - Correct Answer d What are some traits of Radon? a. Hot and noticeable odor b. Natural and safe c. Radioactive and odorless d. Other - Correct Answer c Where do you vent Radon gas? a. You don't vent it b. Through the wall or roof c. Into the basement d. Other - Correct Answer b Who calls for inspection a. Permit holder b. Home owner c. Electrician d. Sub-Contractor - Correct Answer a The assessed value of your home goes up 300% with no improvements, what do you do? a. Call BC Assessment b. Sell your home fast c. Report to local municipality d. Do nothing as it has no effect on market value - Correct Answer a c. Under no circumstances can this occur d. Other - Correct Answer c What effect does a 600 CFM fan have on energy efficiency? a. Extra condensation b. Loss of heat being vented c. Reduces humidity causing dryer heat d. Other - Correct Answer b Who is permitted to take out a building permit? a. Permit holder b. Licensed construction sub-trade c. Plumbing contractor d. Other - Correct Answer a How is friction fit insulation correctly installed? a. Into 1/3 of the cavity b. Into 2/3 of the wall cavity c. Tight enough to prevent convection d. Sufficiently so it is barely fitted and will not move - Correct Answer c Why shouldn't both concrete and wood be used together when framing? a. They expand and contract differently b. Causes chemical reaction between materials c. It's difficult to fasten together d. Other - Correct Answer c What is true of metal roofing material? a. Itis easy and safe to handle b. It is durable and can last up to 40 years c. Not to be used in cold climates d. Other - Correct Answer b What needs to be done when installing a metal roof? a. A metal drip edge must be installed b. Horizontal metal flashing must be installed around its edges c. Can only be installed by a certified metal roof installer d. Requires the structure be metal framed - Correct Answer a How must roofing be installed around a mortar chimney? a. Step flashing, then install roofing material followed by counter flashing b. Step flashing, then counter flashing followed by installing roofing material c. Install roofing material and step flashing alternately followed by counter flashing d. Other - Correct Answer c When are footings required? a. Under foundation walls b. Under wood frame construction c. Under load bearing element d. Under concrete frame construction - Correct Answer c Which of the following is the best method to install a sink? a. Use proportionate template from the manufacturer b. Rough out dimensions c. Place sink in place and cut around it What slope of roof can clay cladding go on? a. 1:3 b. 1:4 en2 d. 1:8 - Correct Answer c What is not proper roofing material? a. Bitumen and granule material b. Foam c. Roll Roofing d. Strapping - Correct Answer b After building your second house how long do you have to wait to build your third house? a. 18 months b. 5 years c. 3 years d. No wait - Correct Answer c What effect does an increase slope have on the volume and flow of drainage? a. Flow and volume increase b. Slope has no influence on volume and flow c. Flow increases and volume decreases d. Volume increases and flow decreases - Correct Answer a Reflective insulation is designed for which? a. Convection heat b. Moisture control c. Radiant heat d. Conductive heat - Correct Answer c Which of the following is a critical step to ensure proper curing of concrete in cold weather? a. Place polyethylene sheet under and place concrete on top b. Place polyethylene sheet under, pour water, place concrete on top c. Place a layer of dry burlap on the freshly poured concrete and spray it with water d. Place blanket sheets on finished concrete to protect from freezing temperatures - Correct Answer d When do you do a foot inspection? a. After footings are framed and steel installed but before concrete b. After pouring concrete c. After back fill d. Other - Correct Answer a What is the waiting period between 3rd and 4th home owner builder applications? a. 1 year b. 18 months c. 5 years d. 10 years - Correct Answer c Best way to prevent heat loss for slab on grade construction? a. Insulate under the slab 
