1
Q
which two sections of ibc should one reference to determine the need for fire separation between occupancies?
A
- section 508 | mixed use + occupancy
- table 508.4 | required separation of occupancies
2
Q
what is the maximum height of a service counter?
A
36”
3
Q
what is the maximum height for a typical ada counter?
A
34”
4
Q
what is the max accessible height to the reflective surface of a mirror?
A
40”
5
Q
where should occupant sensors (to control lights) be placed?
A
- classrooms / training rooms
- meeting rooms
- break rooms
- enclosed spaces
- open offices
- restrooms
- storage / locker rooms
- rooms with 300 sf or less
6
Q
what is the range of accessible heights for dining / work surfaces?
A
28” - 34”
7
Q
are afci or gfci outlets required in residential kitchens?
A
gfci
8
Q
built-in microwaves require which type of outlet?
A
duplex
9
Q
outlets at countertops must be placed within how many inches above the countertop?
A
20”
10
Q
appliances requiring heat need an outlet of what voltage?
A
240V
11
Q
no more than __________” between outlets at a countertop / work surface?
A
24”
12
Q
what is the clear floor space needed in front of a lavatory?
A
30” x 48”
13
Q
what is the clear floor space needed around a toilet?
A
56” x 60”
14
Q
if one is given an occupant load for a space, how should one calculate plumbing fixture counts?
A
- unless a specific male - female count is given, assume that there is an equal number (even if that number is a decimal).
- calculate the number of female wc fixtures needed, make sure there is a equivalent number of male wc fixtures.
- calculate lav counts for males + females separately.
15
Q
usb receptacles to not require afci unless…
A
they are paired with an outlet of a normal amperage
16
Q
where shall smoke detectors be placed?
A
- in each corridor
- in each room / space
- at least 3’-0” away from any bathroom door (containing a shower or tub)
17
Q
where are residential smoke / heat detectors required to be placed?
A
- in each sleeping room
- on a ceiling or wall directly outside each sleeping room
- at least 3’-0” outside of any bathroom door (containing a shower or tub)
18
Q
wall outlets shall be mounted how far apart, horizontally?
A
6’-0”
19
Q
what is the accessible mounting height of a wall outlet?
A
15” min, to the bottom of the outlet
20
Q
what is the accessible mounting height of a wall switch?
A
15” - 48”, to the centerline of the switch
21
Q
what is the maximum placement of a sprinkler head from a wall?
A
7’-6”
22
Q
what is the maximum spacing between sprinkler heads?
A
15’-0”
23
Q
what is the furthest horizontal dimension a supply pipe can be from a plumbing trench?
A
10’-0” maximum
24
Q
what is the reach range for side and front approaches?
A
15” - 48”
25
what is the height range for an accessible countertop?
28" x 34"
26
what is the alcove maneuvering clearance in a front approach?
x > 24" depth, 36" min width
27
what is the alcove maneuvering clearance in a side approach?
x > 15" depth, 60" min width
28
three-way light switches control light from how many locations?
two
29
light switches should be mounted on which side of a door?
latch side
30
light switches should be mounted how high off of the finish floor?
42" to the switch
31
on walls adjacent to counters, what type of outlet is used to serve built-in appliances (i.e. refrigerators)?
standard height outlet, gfci not required
32
what type of outlet is needed for kitchen heating elements or appliances like cooktops / ovens?
240V
33
what type of outlet is needed for a built-in microwave?
gfci duplex
34
what type of outlet is needed for a countertop microwave?
42" gfci duplex
35
what type of outlet is needed at a kitchen island?
gfci duplex, typically 38"
36
outlets are required at what interval along unbroken sections of wall?
12'-0" intervals
37
what is the maximum distance from any break in a wall to the nearest outlet?
6'-0"
38
what is the difference between a passage set and a lockset?
locksets contain a locking mechanism, passage sets do not
39
what type of door hardware should a double-door conference room have?
lever passage + one dummy set with flushbolts
40
what type of door hardware should a single restroom have?
lever lockset
41
what type of door hardware would be best for private offices that do not require increased security?
lever passage set
42
what type of door hardware should the entry to a suite have?
lever passage set with maglock, closer, and card reader
43
what type of door hardware would be best for a private office with additional secutriy?
lever lockset
44
how many inches per person are used to determine the occupant load in an assembly space with armless, fixed seating?
18"
45
how many inches per person are used to determine occupant load in an assembly space with booth seating?
24" / person
46
to maintain the integrity of a fire-rated assembly, fire doors must be ___________________ and have proper latching devices to contain the possible spread of fire, smoke, and toxic gases.
self-closing
47
what is the minimum clear width between handrails in a sprinklered stair?
44" min
48
what is the minimum clear width between handrails in an unsprinklered stair?
48" min
49
what is the minimum clear width between handrails in a sprinklered stair with an occupant load less than 49?
36" min
50
an electronic data processing facility that functions as a call center would be what type of occupancy?
concentrated business
51
what load factor does concentrated business use?
1 occupant / 50 sf
52
how many inches per person are used to determine occupant load in an assembly space with bench seating?
18" / person
53
what is the iecc wattage per square foot allowance for a retail space?
1.06 w/sf
54
what is the iecc wattage per square foot allowance for an office building?
.79 w/sf
55
what is the iecc wattage per square foot allowance for a hotel / motel?
.75 w/sf
56
what is the appropriate seat height for an office guest chair?
18"
57
what is the advantage of extending a wall 4" past the ceiling?
provides a nice finish at the ceiling seam
58
what is the typical spacing for studs in non-loadbearing commercial partitions?
24" o.c.
59
what is the maneuvering clearance for a pass-through kitchen?
40"
60
what is the maneuvering clearance for a u-shaped kitchen?
60"
61
what is the maximum height for a standard urinal rim?
24" aff
62
how far must a handrail extend at the top of an accessible stair?
12" min
63
how far must a handrail extend at the bottom of an accessible stair?
one tread depth min
64
what is the best substrate for plastic laminate?
mdf
65
what is the best substrate for quartz, solid surface, or stone countertops?
plywood
66
a vertical change in floor finish cannot exceed what height without a sloped transition piece?
1/4"
67
what is territoriality?
the aspect of human behavior that refers to people's need to lay claim to the spaces they occupy
68
what is proxemics?
the theories and observations about how people use space.
ex: the spacing between people, territoriality, organization of space, positioning of people in space
69
what human factor would influence the design of studio workstations?
territoriality
70
assume a 4" distance between the wall and door opening at the hinge. what is the minimum required width of the corridor?
58"
- 4", between wall and door opening
- 36" minimum door
- 18" clear space at pull side
71
which of the following should be included in a furniture schedule?
- keynote number
- description
- size
- manufacturer catalog number
- color
- manufacturer
- keynote number
- description
- manufacturer catalog number
- manufacturer
72
how should one go about defining the maximum ceiling height in a given space?
1. refer to any given building section
2. locate the lowest point of structure
3. subtract all mep + ceiling thicknesses from the lowest structural point
73
list the items that a complete rcp should show:
- any partitions that reach or penetrate the ceiling
- ceiling mounted mep equipment
- ceiling mounted / hung light fixtures
74
what is the simplest, most accurate way to describe finishes in a simple, rectangular room?
standard finish schedule + supplemental elevations
75
which of the following should be added to a door schedule?
- door type
- finish
- hardware group
- threshold type
- thickness
- opposite jamb
- door type
- hardware group
- thickness
76
unless otherwise notes, what type of glazing should be used in the sidelite of a conference room door?
tempered glass
77
what fire rating is required around structural members in type i construction?
2-hour rating
78
what is the most important human factor to consider when designing individual product displays?
proxemics
79
what fire rating should glass entry doors have in a 1-hour rated partition?
1-hour - glazing in partitions must carry the same fire rating as the partition
80
what property should glazing carry if the glazing represents more than 25% of a wall's area?
fire-resistance
81
what is the best way to show finishes for a medium-complexity space?
place all finishes on a schedule - each row referring to a room number on the plan
82
which of the following drawings must be submitted to obtain a building permit?
- egress plan for phase 02
- construction floor plan
- mechanical plan
- sprinkler plan
- built-in furniture
- power plan
- construction floor plan
- mechanical plan
- sprinkler plan
- power plan
83
which plans prepared by the interior designer should illustrate the locations of power and communications outlets?
furniture plan
84
which type of kitchen cabinet should be specified to minimize cost while providing the widest choice of styles?
modular casework
85
in an acoustic wall, what modification could be made to reduce cost?
removal of insulation
86
how would one calculate the efficiency factor?
divide the net assignable area by the gross area
efficiency factor = nsf / gsf
87
how would one determine the amount of space a tenant will pay rent on (given the building load factor)?
88
what is the term for the amount of space a tenant will pay rent on?
rentable area
