ICC Testing and Quality Assurance 2

Question 1

Under ICC inspection protocols, what action must an inspector take when construction work is covered before a required inspection is approved?

Accepted Answer

Issue a stop-work order and require the work to be uncovered

Answer

ICC codes require that concealed work be exposed for inspection when it was covered before a required inspection was completed.

Question 2

Which ICC code provision addresses special inspection requirements for high-seismic-risk construction?

Accepted Answer

IBC Chapter 17 Special Inspections and Tests

Answer

IBC Chapter 17 governs special inspections and structural tests, including enhanced requirements for construction in seismic design categories.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Statement of Special Inspections (SSI) required by the IBC?

Accepted Answer

To identify the special inspections and tests required for a specific project

Answer

The SSI identifies the materials, systems, and work requiring special inspection and testing for a given construction project.

Question 4

When testing sprinkler systems per NFPA 13 as referenced by the IFC, what is the minimum hydrostatic test pressure required?

Accepted Answer

150 psi for 2 hours or 50 psi above system working pressure

Answer

NFPA 13 requires hydrostatic testing at 200 psi for 2 hours or 50 psi above the maximum system pressure, whichever is greater.

Question 5

Under the IBC, who is responsible for employing the special inspector for a construction project?

Accepted Answer

The owner or the owner's authorized agent

Answer

IBC Section 1705 places the responsibility for employing approved special inspectors on the owner or the owner's authorized agent.

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