CAPS Quality Assurance & Compliance 2

Question 1

Which federal law requires that newly constructed multifamily housing with four or more units be designed to meet specific accessibility standards?

Accepted Answer

The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988

Answer

The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 mandates accessibility design requirements for new multifamily construction with four or more units.

Question 2

During a post-installation walkthrough for grab bar installation, the CAPS specialist discovers the bars were mounted into drywall without blocking. What is the FIRST corrective action?

Accepted Answer

Document the deficiency and schedule immediate re-installation with proper backing

Answer

Grab bars mounted without proper blocking or backing fail load requirements and must be documented and re-installed correctly before the project is accepted.

Question 3

Which organization publishes the A117.1 standard that is most commonly referenced for accessible and usable buildings and facilities?

Accepted Answer

ANSI (American National Standards Institute)

Answer

ANSI A117.1 is the American National Standard for accessible and usable buildings and facilities, widely adopted into building codes.

Question 4

A client's remodel requires a permit, but the contractor suggests skipping it to save time. As a CAPS specialist, what should you advise?

Accepted Answer

Always obtain required permits to ensure code compliance and protect the client

Answer

Required permits must always be obtained to ensure the work meets code, protect the homeowner's insurance, and avoid legal liability.

Question 5

When verifying the quality of a zero-threshold shower installation, which measurement is most critical to check?

Accepted Answer

The slope of the shower floor toward the drain

Answer

Proper floor slope (typically 1/4 inch per foot toward the drain) prevents water from flowing out of the shower and causing a fall hazard.

(CAPS) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Practice Test

(CAPS) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Practice Test

CAPS Quality Assurance & Compliance 2