CCS Quality Control & Inspection 2

Question 1

Which document establishes the minimum acceptable quality level (AQL) for a specific material or product on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

Project specification

Answer

Project specifications define the required quality standards, including AQLs, for materials and workmanship.

Question 2

A Special Inspector discovers a structural weld that does not conform to AWS D1.1 during construction. What is the FIRST action the inspector should take?

Accepted Answer

Issue a nonconformance report to the contractor

Answer

The first step is to document the deficiency with a nonconformance report so the contractor is formally notified.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a mock-up in construction quality control?

Accepted Answer

To establish a benchmark for workmanship and appearance

Answer

Mock-ups create an approved reference standard against which installed work is compared throughout the project.

Question 4

Under the IBC, which party is responsible for engaging the Special Inspector?

Accepted Answer

Owner or the registered design professional in responsible charge

Answer

IBC Section 1705 places the responsibility for employing Special Inspectors on the owner or the design professional in responsible charge.

Question 5

Which type of testing involves evaluating a material sample destructively to verify compliance with specification requirements?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance testing

Answer

Acceptance testing often involves destructive methods (e.g., concrete cylinder breaks) to confirm material properties meet specifications.

(CCS) Certified Construction Specifier Practice Test

(CCS) Certified Construction Specifier Practice Test

CCS Quality Control & Inspection 2