Residential Building Codes and Safety
What kind of building materials are major contributors to silicosis if not properly handled?
Natural and Manufactured Stone Products
The construction industry is responsible for roughly what percentage of global carbon emissions?
40%
This is the drawing used to indicate lighting types, smoke detectors, and light fixture locations in a set of plans.
RCP - Reflected Ceiling Plan
Which of the following would most likely be found in a residential kitchen?
Lavatory Faucet - Effluent Filter - Bidet - Pot Filler
Pot Filler
This is the standard unit of measurement for heat in a residential system.
BTU's
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protection Equipment
Name 3 renewable resource'
Solar
Geothermal
Hydro-electric
A dedicated outlet is typically how many volts?
204 volts
Centerset and widespread are two types of which fixture?
Faucet
Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate fuel for a residential range?
Oil - Electric - Natural Gas - Propane
Oil
Name three pieces of PPE a roofing contractor would need
Long Pants
Hard Hat
Safety Glasses
Water usage for a flush fixture is determined using this unit of measurement.
GPF
Gallons Per Flush
This is an electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overcurrent/overload or short circuit.
Circuit Breaker
A fixture trap prevents what?
The backflow of sewer gases
Typically, where is the most ideal area to place a register (supply) in a room?
under windows, or on exterior walls
A mason is working on parapet wall. What will they most likely need in order to safely complete the job?
Fall Protection
This is a type of natural ventilation that uses air pressure differences due to height to pull air through the building.
Stack Effect
A light fixture installed on the wall rather than on the ceiling.
Sconce
To be considered an ultra low-flush fixture, what is the maximum gpf a water closet can use?
1.6gpf
If a duct cannot be confined to an attic or crawlspace/ basement area, what should the architect do?
design the home to incorporate the ducts within the conditioned space of the house
You are on a job site and notice an unsafe working condition. Who should you notify?
The Prime Contractor
What is an appropriate uses for recaptured grey water?
Flushing Toilets
A "can" or this type of fixture is commonly used to provide unobtrusive, direct lighting into a space.
Recessed Lighting
Urban sites have access to city water and sewers, but rural sites may need to what kind of plumbing system?
Wells and Septic Systems
Range hoods and return registers are examples of this part of an HVAC system?
The Exhaust