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RHFAC Test Exam
Which statement is LEAST TRUE regarding construction drawings?
A. Specifications are precise descriptions of products, materials, standards, equipment, services, construction systems, construction methods and processes, and workmanship. B. A Schedule is a list or table which contains detailed information about construction elements that typically include: doors and door hardware, Site lists, and lists of accessories, furniture and room finishes. C. A Title Block is contained on drawings on engineering or architectural Sites that typically include but not limited to: Site name and address/location, Site number, date, and drawing title. D. A Material Board is contained on drawings typically providing a list of vendors supplying any materials, along with specifications of all materials required. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔ ️ D Which statement is MOST TRUE about adapting to the environment?
A. People with low vision use colour-contrast to distinguish between features, such as doors and walls. B. People who are blind all benefit from assisted listening devices to help clarify conversations at reception counters and in assembly halls. C. People who are hard of hearing are often distracted from reading lips by high glare on signage. D. People with mobility impairments require well-illuminated signage in situations where signage is mounted higher than expected. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ A
Which of the following statements is LEAST ACCURATE when applying Universal Design?
A. There are 7 principles of Universal Design. B. An example of "Principle 2: Flexible in Use" is a levered handset and pull style cupboard/closet hardware.
A. Five-storey multi-unit residential building with accessible or adaptable suites, all common building amenities located on the accessible floor. No elevators to access upper levels. B. Two-storey multi-unit residential building with bachelor and 1-bedroom unit options available. Accessible or adaptable units available for bachelor size units only. C. Five-storey multi-unit residential building with accessible suites on the ground floor only. Elevator provides access to all other floors. D. Two-storey multi-unit residential building with accessible or adaptable suites on the accessible floor. No elevators to access to second level where the shared laundry room is located. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ C
Which of the following must be provided in the Scope of Rating?
A. A brief explanation on why a Site has not met the Mandatory Certification Requirements, if this is the case. B. The exact square footage of the Site. C. The number of accessible washrooms available at the Site.
D. The name of the Organization Primary Contact. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔ ️ A
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
A. RHFAC Professionals must provide a comment when a feature in the Rating Survey is marked as "not applicable". B. An RHFAC Rating consists of an on-site visit or drawing review, and submission of the rating on the RHFAC Registry. C. A Site cannot be rated if it does not meet the Mandatory Certification Requirement. D. The Scorecard provides a breakdown of the scores received in the RHFAC Rating Survey, whereas the Rating Summary provides a high-level summary identifying the key areas of success and improvement. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ C Which of the following elements would NOT be included as part of a rating for this Site? The Site is a 800 square feet tenanted space located on the ground floor of a three-storey shopping mall. There are 4 building entrances to the mall
Which certification level would this Site receive based on the following information? Site has a rating score of 82% and does not meet both Mandatory Certification Requirements.
A. RHF Accessibility Certified Platinum. B. RHF Accessibility Certified Gold. C. RHF Accessibility Certified. D. Not Certified." - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ D
Which of the following has NO impact on determining if a Site can achieve RHF Accessibility Certified Gold?
A. Site has received the maximum score on all features required in order to meet the Mandatory Gold Certification Requirements (MGCR). B. Site has a Rating Score of 80%+ C. Site meets the Mandatory Certification Requirements (MCR)
D. Site meets Mandatory Gold Certification Requirements (MGCR) - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ A
Which of the following does NOT meet the Mandatory Certification Requirement (MCR)?
A. A two-storey community centre with its fitness centre, pool, lounges and change rooms on the ground floor. The second floor has additional change rooms and lounges. B. A two-story office building with no elevator to access the second floor, where the main boardroom and lunch room are located. C. The primary entrance to a five-storey office building can only be accessed by stairs. A public accessible entrance is available on the side of the building. D. A two-storey building has no elevator. An accessible entrance is available to access both each storey from exterior. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ B Which of the following statements is incorrect?
B. Client can order a label for their Site. C. Client can apply for a re-rating of the Site. D. Client will receive a Scorecard. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ B
What should be included in the Rating Summary?
A. Innovative features that enhance meaningful access. B. Features that present safety issues. C. Elements that receive lowest scores. D. All of the above. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ D Where should tactile direction indicators (TDI) be used? A. At top of stairs. B. Pedestrian and vehicular routes are flush. C. Large open spaces. D. All of the above. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ C
Which of the following is essential for a person who is deaf and relies on signing?
A. Acoustic. B. Hearing loops C. Lighting. D. All of the above. - Correct Answer ✔️ ✔️ C
What is the best example of going beyond code minimums to provide meaningful access/innovation to Interior Circulation?
A. Provide colour-contrast between floor surfaces and walls. B. Provide elevator, escalator and stairs in the same area with good signage, including blade signage where helpful. C. Provide assisted listening system at reception counter. D. Provide handrails on both sides of stairs. - Correct Answer ✔ ️ ✔️ B
