ICC Building Inspection 2

Question 1

During a framing inspection, which of the following would NOT typically be verified by the inspector?

Accepted Answer

Quality of paint applied to exposed framing

Answer

Proper spacing of structural members

Answer

Adequate fire blocking installation

Answer

Correct header sizes above openings

Question 2

Under the IRC, floor joists must be doubled under which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

Non-bearing partitions running perpendicular to the joists

Answer

Windows only

Answer

Parallel non-bearing partitions only

Answer

All interior walls regardless of direction

Question 3

What is the minimum bearing length required for rafters and ceiling joists at their point of support, per the IRC?

Accepted Answer

1.5 inches

Answer

1 inch

Answer

2 inches

Answer

3 inches

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of fireblocking in wood-frame construction?

Accepted Answer

Prevent the spread of fire through concealed spaces in walls and floors

Answer

Enhance the thermal insulation value of wall cavities

Answer

Provide additional structural support at floor levels

Answer

Reduce sound transmission between floors

Question 5

An inspector discovers that a contractor installed a beam that does not match the approved construction drawings. What is the inspector's appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Issue a notice of violation and stop work until the discrepancy is formally resolved

Answer

Allow work to continue since similar materials can be substituted

Answer

Contact the structural engineer to obtain verbal approval

Answer

Accept the substitution if the inspector personally believes it is equivalent

Question 6

What is the minimum required clearance between the bottom of wood floor joists and the ground surface in a crawl space, per the IRC?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

Answer

6 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

24 inches

Question 7

During a foundation inspection, an inspector observes honeycombing in a poured concrete wall. What is the most likely cause of this defect?

Accepted Answer

Inadequate consolidation (vibration) that left voids where aggregate clustered

Answer

Excess water added to the concrete mix

Answer

Using aggregate that is too small for the application

Answer

Pouring concrete during cold weather conditions