Certification: Spray-applied Fireproofing
Special Inspector
Exam ID: 86
40 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 REQUIREMENTS
20%
0101. Duties and Responsibilities Review approved plan and specifications for special inspection requirements. Comply with special inspection requirements of the enforcing jurisdiction.
7%
0102. Notification of Discrepancies Notify the contractor of deviations from approved plans and specifications. If the deviations are uncorrected, notify the architect or engineer of record and the building official of deviations.
6%
0103. Inspection Reports
Submit progress reports to the architect or engineer of record and the building official, describing tests which were performed and compliance of work. Submit final summary report stating whether work requiring special inspection was in conformance with the approved plans and applicable provisions of the building code.
7%
02.
MATERIALS, PREPARATION, APPLICATION & TESTING
80%
0201. Material Identification
Verify that the proposed materials are of the type specified, are properly stored and have been approved by the registered design professional in charge and the building official.
10%
0202. Substrate Condition
Verify that the substrate has been properly prepared and is free of oil, dirt, scale, loose paint or primer and other materials which may prevent adequate adhesion.
7%
0203. Application and Thickness
Identify the members to be fireproofed and the minimum required coverage and thickness. Verify the condition of the finished application.
28%
0204. Sampling and Testing
Determine the required type and frequency of tests to be performed. Observe the sampling, field testing and fabrication of test specimens.
