Question 1

A form of Green construction that is becoming more popular is a called ICF. What is the description of ICF construction?

Accepted Answer

A form of Green construction that is becoming more popular is a called ICF which stands for Insulating Concrete Forms. The Forms have a concrete core which is wrapped in foam/insulation.

Question 2

In a straight run staircase most building codes limit the vertical rise between landings to ___ feet in height.

Accepted Answer

In a straight run staircase most building codes limit the vertical rise between landings to 12 feet in height.

Question 3

What is the meaning of the term Occupant Load in the building code?

Accepted Answer

Occupancy load refers to the number of people permitted in a building at one time based on the building's floor space and function.

Question 4

What is the minimum length of a side grab bar next to a water closet?

Accepted Answer

The ADA recommends the minimum length of a side grab bar next to a water closet is 42 inches.

Question 5

In accessible design a designer may have to work with the phone company for a public telephone so needs to be aware of the requirements. What is the minimum measurement of clear floor space that must be provided for a public telephone?

Accepted Answer

The minimum measurement of clear floor space that must be provided for a public telephone is 30 x 48 inches.

Question 6

Which room cannot be used as an exit to pass through unless the occupancy load has the minimal number of occupants?

Accepted Answer

A kitchen cannot be used as an exit to pass through.
Kitchens, store rooms, restrooms, closets, bedrooms, and other spaces subject to locking are not allowed as part of exits.

Question 7

What is the organization that tests furniture cushions/upholstery for Cigarette Ignition?

Accepted Answer

National Fire Protection Association

Question 8

What is the Steiner Tunnel Test?

Accepted Answer

It tests the flame spread rating on finishes on walls and ceilings.
American Society for Testing and Materials: ASTM E84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, is one of the most common fire testing standards.

Question 9

Which of the following is the description of the Crocking Resistance Test?

Accepted Answer

Tests Color transfer from fabrics through rubbing.

Question 10

Building codes will state certain doors have a fire rating. What is the agency that provides that rating?

Accepted Answer

UL UL10B

Question 11

What is the recommended grab bar height to meet ADA standards when mounted in a horizontal position?

Accepted Answer

Grab bars should be mounted 33 inches to 36 inches above the floor when installed horizontally.

Question 12

In ADA requirements a door must have a clear width of ______?

Accepted Answer

In ADA requirements a door must have a clear width of 32 inches?

Question 13

What type of bathroom sink is best for barrier free design?

Accepted Answer

The Wall hung sink with shroud is the best type of sink for someone in a wheelchair. The shroud protects the legs from any burns from the hot water pipes and the wall hung sink allows the person in the wheelchair to get close to the sink.

Question 14

According to the Universal and International Building Codes, which of the following is defined as a continuous and unobstructed path of vertical and horizontal egress travel from any point in a building or structure to a public way?

Accepted Answer

The means of egress is defined as a continuous and unobstructed path of vertical and horizontal egress travel from any point in a building or structure to a public way.

Question 15

The distance that a person must travel from the most remote point of a room to the nearest exit is called?

Accepted Answer

The distance that a person must travel from the most remote point of a room to the nearest exit is called the travel distance. It is part of the exit access and is measured with the unobstructed path of natural egress travel.

Question 16

Which of the following light sources used in wall washing is the least cost efficient to operate?

Accepted Answer

Incandescent lights cost more to operate even though Halogen makes a close 2nd.

Question 17

You are designing a commercial bathroom with three stalls of wall-mounted toilets. According to the latest ADA standards, at least one of the stalls must have a minimum depth of __ inches of inside clearance.

Accepted Answer

Commercial ADA-compliant toilet stalls with wall-mounted toilets must have a clearance depth of at least 56 inches. For stalls with floor-mounted toilers, the minimum inside depth is 59 inches, and the minimum inside stall width for both types of toilets is 60 inches.

Question 18

Emergency lighting is required in commercial buildings at exit stairs, doors and corridors along with other place where occupancy load will determine code requirements. The usual minimum lighting level at the floor level is ______.

Accepted Answer

The usual minimum lighting level at the floor level is one foot candle. Illuminated exit signs are also required in commercial buildings.

Question 19

A type of coating either on glass or over transparent plastic film suspending in the sealed space of insulating glass, transmits the visible light yet reflecting the radiant heat. This type of glass is referred to as?

Accepted Answer

Low-emissivity (low-e) A type of coating either on glass or over transparent plastic film suspending in the sealed space of insulating glass, transmits the visible light yet reflecting the radiant heat.

Question 20

The barrier-free unobstructed wall space on the handle side of a door should be:

Accepted Answer

American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires at least 18 inches of clear wall space on the pull side of a door.
A person using a wheelchair or crutches needs this space to get close enough to open the door.

Quiz 1: Interior Design