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Certification: Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner

Exam ID: 21
 
  • 60 multiple-choice questions
  • 1½-hour limit
  • Open book
Content Outline: A detailed outline of the subject matter covered by the exam, including the percentage of questions from each content area and task.
01. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND SCOPING PROVISIONS 10%
 

0101. Occupancy Group Accessibility
Determine the occupancy classification and use of buildings and verify application to accessibility code provisions.

3%
 

0102. General Administration
Determine compliance with specific sections of the code related to accessibility including administration of the building code; use proper terms and definitions in applying and enforcing code provisions.

2%
  0103. Accessibility in Existing Buildings
Determine whether existing and/or altered buildings are required to comply with accessibility code provisions. Verify compliance of existing and/or altered building elements with accessibility code provisions.
5%  
02. BUILDING BLOCKS 12%
 

0201. Floor/Ground Surface and Level Changes
Verify compliance of changes in elevation at floor/ground surfaces with accessibility code provisions.

3%
 

0202. Wheelchair Turning Spaces
Verify compliance with required turning space for wheelchairs with accessibility code provisions.

3%  
 

0203. Clearances
Verify compliance of clearances with accessibility code provisions.

3%  
 

0204. Reach ranges and Operable Parts
Verify compliance of reach ranges and operable parts with accessibility code provisions.

3%
03. ACCESSIBLE ROUTES 30%
 

0301. Accessible Entrances
Verify compliance of the number and location of accessible entrances with accessibility code provisions.

5%
 

0302. Means of Egress
Verify compliance of the accessible means of egress to accessibility code provisions.

8%
 

0303. Areas of Refuge
Verify need for and locations of areas of refuge as related to accessible areas and confirm compliance with accessibility code provisions.

4%
 

0304. Doors and Doorways
Verify compliance of doors and doorways with accessibility code provisions for widths, Approaches, opening force, all operable parts, threshold heights and alcoves.

4%  
  0305. Walking Surfaces and Ramps
Verify compliance of walking surfaces and ramps with accessibility code provisions for slopes, handrails, edge protection, and landings.
5%  
  0306. Elevators and Platform Lifts
Identify locations where accessible elevators and platform lifts are required. Where these are required, verify compliance with accessibility code provisions.
4%  
04. GENERAL SITE AND BUILDING ELEMENTS 9%
 

0401. Parking, Passenger Loading Zones and Bus Stops
Verify compliance with accessibility code provisions for number, size, location and signage for parking, passenger loading zones and bus stops.

4%
 

0402. Site Accessibility
Verify compliance of site accessibility with accessibility code provisions.

3%  
 

0403. Windows
Verify that the operable parts of windows comply with accessibility code provisions.

2%  
05. PLUMBING FACILITIES 10%
 

0501. Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers
Verify compliance of drinking fountains and water coolers with accessibility code provisions for clear floor and ground space, approach and operable parts, spout heights and locations, and protruding objects for drinking fountains and water coolers.

3%
 

0502. Plumbing Elements, Rooms and Compartments
Verify compliance of plumbing elements, rooms, and compartments, and related elements with accessibility code provisions.

6%
 

0503. Laundry Equipment
Verify compliance of laundry equipment with accessibility code provisions.

1%
06. COMMUNICATION ELEMENTS 8%
 

0601. Alarms
Verify compliance of alarms with accessibility code provisions.

3%
 

0602. Signs
Verify compliance of signs with accessibility code provisions.

3%
 

0603. Telephones, Assistive Listening Systems and ATMs
Verify compliance of telephones, assistive listening systems, and Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) with accessibility code provisions.

1%  
  0604. Detectable Warnings
Determine that detectable warnings are properly located and installed in accordance with accessibility code provisions.
1%  
07. SPECIAL ROOMS AND SPACES 10%
 

0701. Assembly Areas and Judicial Facilities
Verify compliance of auditoriums, judicial facilities, and other assembly areas with accessibility code provisions.

4%  
 

0702. Service Facilities
Verify compliance of dressing, fitting and locker rooms check-out aisles, service centers, food service line, and queue and waiting lines with accessibility code provisions.

4%  
 

0703. Kitchens
Verify compliance of kitchens for accessibility code provisions for area, size, reach ranges and related elements.

2%  
08. BUILT-IN FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT 3%
 

0801. Seating at Tables, Counters and Work Surfaces
Verify that seating at tables, checkout and service counters and work surfaces complies with accessibility code provisions for area, sizes and quantities.

2%  
 

0802. Storage Elements
Verify that fixed or built-in storage elements comply with accessibility code provisions.

1%  
09. DWELLING AND SLEEPING UNITS 8%
 

0901. Occupancy Requirements
Determine Accessible Unit, Type A Unit and Type B Unit requirements in Occupancy Groups I and R buildings.

2%  
  0902. Accessible Units
Verify that Accessible dwelling units and sleeping units comply with accessibility code provisions.
2%  
 

0903. Type A Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units
Verify that Type A dwelling units and sleeping units comply with accessibility code provisions.

2%  
 

0904. Type B Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units
Verify that Type B dwelling units and sleeping units comply with accessibility code provisions.

2%  

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