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  1. On structural demolition drawings, what does the abbreviation 'EXG' or 'EXIST.' typically indicate?

    Answer: An existing condition already present on-site

    'EXG' or 'EXIST.' labels elements that are already in place and must be accounted for during demolition planning.

  2. A legend on a demolition drawing shows a solid black fill pattern. This most commonly indicates which condition?

    Answer: Material to be demolished and removed

    A solid black or heavy cross-hatch fill pattern in demolition drawings conventionally marks materials scheduled for removal.

  3. What information is typically found in the title block of a construction or demolition blueprint?

    Answer: Project name, drawing number, scale, date, and designer's seal

    The title block contains key administrative information: project name, drawing number, revision dates, scale, and the engineer or architect's seal.

  4. During selective demolition, blueprints call out 'INFILL' at a door opening. What does this mean for the demolition crew?

    Answer: Demolish the infill already present in the opening

    When blueprints label an opening 'INFILL,' it means a previously blocked or filled opening is to be demolished and opened back up.

  5. A specification section's 'Quality Assurance' article typically requires the demolition contractor to do which of the following?

    Answer: Submit qualifications, certifications, and sometimes a pre-demolition survey

    Quality assurance requirements typically mandate proof of contractor qualifications, certifications, and a pre-demolition survey to document existing conditions.

  6. On a plumbing or mechanical demolition drawing, what does the note 'CAP AND ABANDON' mean?

    Answer: Seal the pipe end at the nearest accessible point and leave it in place

    'Cap and Abandon' means the pipe is sealed at a specified point and left in place rather than fully removed, reducing demolition scope.

  7. Which drawing type in a full set of construction documents would show the demolition contractor the location of existing underground utilities?

    Answer: Civil or site utility plan

    Civil or site utility plans depict the layout of underground systems like water, sewer, gas, and electrical conduit on or near the site.

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