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  1. Under IBC Chapter 33, what is the minimum height requirement for a debris chute opening at the point of loading to prevent worker injury?

    Answer: 4 feet above the working surface

    IBC Chapter 33 requires debris chute openings to be at least 4 feet above the working surface to reduce fall risk.

  2. Which ANSI/ASSE standard specifically addresses fall protection requirements for demolition contractors?

    Answer: ANSI A10.6

    ANSI A10.6 is the safety standard for demolition operations and covers fall protection requirements specific to demolition contractors.

  3. According to NFPA 241, a fire watch must be maintained for how long after hot work is completed in a demolition zone?

    Answer: 1 hour

    NFPA 241 requires a minimum 1-hour fire watch after hot work to detect smoldering fires that may ignite delayed combustion.

  4. When demolishing a load-bearing masonry wall, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.854 requires that floors be shored if the span exceeds what dimension?

    Answer: 15 feet

    OSHA 1926.854 requires floor shoring when unsupported span exceeds 15 feet during masonry wall removal to prevent progressive collapse.

  5. The IBC defines a 'dangerous building' for demolition purposes primarily based on which criterion?

    Answer: Structural elements unable to support intended loads

    IBC classifies a building as dangerous when its structural members can no longer safely support the loads they were designed to carry.

  6. Which building code section governs the demolition of structures adjacent to public rights-of-way and requires protective sidewalk sheds?

    Answer: IBC Section 3306

    IBC Section 3306 specifically addresses protection of pedestrians in public rights-of-way and mandates sidewalk shed requirements.

  7. Under ASTM E2026, the seismic hazard level that triggers mandatory pre-demolition structural assessment is categorized as:

    Answer: Seismic Design Category D or higher

    ASTM E2026 guidelines require enhanced pre-demolition assessment when a site falls in Seismic Design Category D or higher due to elevated ground motion risks.

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