AMCQ

Question 1

What are the goals of the AMCQ

Answer 1

• Increase the quality of roofing work and ensure compliance with proven quality standards.
• Offer the most comprehensive warranty in the industry.
• Support the profession of a master roofer and promote its know-how.

Question 2

What are the 4 determining factors?

Answer 2

For a cover to offer performance and durability, four essential elements must be met:
1. A concept adapted to the conditions of the project.
2. Quality materials.
3. A neat installation.
4. Proper maintenance.

Question 3

Name the 8 divisions of the “Devis Couverture”

Answer 3

1. Multilayers
2. Modified bitumen
3. Hot liquid rubber
4. Thermoplastics
5. Asphalt shingles
6. Craft Blankets
7. EPDM
8. Air/vapor barrier for walls.

Question 4

Each division contains what?

Answer 4

• General requirements
• Estimate
• Details

Question 5

Name the different types of membranes.

Answer 5

Bitumen-based:
- Multilayers
- Modified bitumen
- Hot applied rubber bitumen

Polymer-based:
- Thermosetting (EPDM)
- Thermoplastics (PVC, TPO, EP)

Question 6

What does it help protect from?

Answer 6

Helps protect from ultra-violet radiation

Question 7

What is EPDM?

Answer 7

Ethylene, Propylene, Diene, Monomer
(EPDM Roofing System )

It is a synthetic rubber. River stone with smooth edges so it won’t pierce the membrane.

Question 8

Explain the insulation they use.

Answer 8

• Plastic foams:
  Polystyrenes
  Polyisocyanurates
  Phenolics ( we don’t use this anymore )
• Fibrous:
  Glass fibers
  Mineral fibers

Question 9

Name the different types of adhesives.

Answer 9

• Oxide asphalt
• Elastomeric asphalt
• Cold adhesive

Question 10

What are the maximum dimensions of a basin?

Answer 10

• Max. Area: 10000 sqft
• Max. Length: 100 ft

Question 11

What are the typical slopes?

Answer 11

• 2% minimum. ( 1/4 ft )
• However, 1% is tolerated, except it must be 2% around roof drains
• Mechanical fixations for membranes must but 1:12

Question 12

Describe ‘flashing membranes’

Answer 12

• Minimum height to raised walls: 300mm (400 recommended) above the finished surface.
• Minimum parapet height: 200mm, unless drip edge seals.

Question 13

Describe the climate conditions.

Answer 13

-18 C for asphalt systems
- 10 C for modified bitumen membranes

Question 14

What is a green roof?

Answer 14

A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane.

Question 15

Benefits?

Answer 15

Reduces urban island heat effect
Reduces stormwater runoff
Makes roof surfaces cooler

Question 16

What is forward-looking infra-red ( FLIR ) photography?

Answer 16

Forward-looking infrared (FLIR) cameras use a thermographic camera that senses infrared radiation.