Quality Assurance & Compliance Flashcards
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Which of the following is an example of a 'latent defect' that a CAPS quality inspection might uncover?
Answer: A structurally compromised wall stud hidden behind drywall in a grab bar installation area
A latent defect is a hidden flaw not visible on the surface, such as structural damage behind walls, which can affect the safety and durability of modifications.
A homeowner wants to add a bedroom and bathroom addition that will be used by an aging parent. Which code applies if the home is in a jurisdiction that adopted the ICC's International Residential Code (IRC)?
Answer: The IRC for construction standards, which may reference accessibility provisions
The IRC governs single-family residential construction; the ADA does not apply to private residences, but local codes may incorporate accessibility provisions.
What is the recommended clear floor space beside a toilet to allow for a parallel transfer by a wheelchair user?
Answer: 60 inches
A minimum 60-inch clear floor space alongside the toilet is required to allow a wheelchair user to perform a parallel transfer safely.
During a compliance review, a CAPS specialist finds that a contractor used 1-1/4 inch diameter pipe for grab bars. What is the compliance issue?
Answer: The diameter is within the acceptable 1-1/4 to 2-inch range and is compliant
ADA and ANSI A117.1 standards allow grab bar gripping surfaces with a circular cross-section between 1-1/4 and 2 inches in diameter.
Which of the following best supports documentation practices for a CAPS project to ensure compliance accountability?
Answer: Maintaining before-and-after photographs, signed approvals, permit records, and product specifications
Comprehensive project files—including photos, signed documents, permits, and specs—create an audit trail that demonstrates compliance and protects all parties.
A CAPS specialist is reviewing a completed roll-in shower. The shower seat provided is a folding wall-mounted type. What measurement compliance must be verified for the seat?
Answer: Seat must be at least 24 inches deep and 15 to 16 inches high
ANSI A117.1 requires shower seats to be at least 24 inches long and mounted between 15 and 16 inches above the shower floor.
What is the role of a third-party inspector in an aging-in-place modification project?
Answer: To provide an independent verification that work meets code and quality standards
A third-party inspector provides independent, unbiased verification that modifications comply with applicable codes and quality standards, adding credibility to the project.