CSI Quality Assurance Requirements 3

Question 1

Which type of specification writing method lists acceptable products by manufacturer name and model number?

Accepted Answer

Proprietary specification

Answer

A proprietary specification names specific manufacturers, products, or systems and is the most restrictive method of specifying.

Question 2

Under CSI principles, what is the purpose of a 'basis-of-design' product specified in construction documents?

Accepted Answer

To define the performance and quality standard that substitutions must match

Answer

A basis-of-design product establishes the performance, quality, and compatibility standard that any proposed substitution must equal or exceed.

Question 3

What is the correct CSI term for the process of verifying that a product or system meets specified requirements through testing, inspection, and documentation?

Accepted Answer

Verification

Answer

Verification is the CSI term for confirming through objective evidence that specified requirements have been fulfilled.

Question 4

A specification section requires 'Special Inspection' per IBC Chapter 17. Who is responsible for employing the special inspector?

Accepted Answer

The owner or owner's representative

Answer

Per IBC Chapter 17, the owner or the registered design professional in responsible charge employs the approved special inspector.

Question 5

Which document type formally records the results of a pre-installation conference and identifies action items?

Accepted Answer

Meeting minutes

Answer

Meeting minutes formally document the proceedings, decisions, and action items of pre-installation conferences and other project meetings.

(CSI) Construction Specifications Institute Certification Practice Test

(CSI) Construction Specifications Institute Certification Practice Test

CSI Quality Assurance Requirements 3