CSL TEST EXAM
CSL TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
The edge, or face of each piece, package, or container of foam plastic insulation shall bear the label of:
ANS >> An approved agency IBC 2603.5
Habitable attics shall be designed with a minimum uniformly distributed live load of_______________
psf. ANS >> 30
Where a single wood top plate is used as an alternative to a double top plate in a structure in SDC B, a
minimum________ galvanized steel splice plate is required for butt joints in straight walls ANS >> 3" x
12" x 0.036"
(IRC R602.3.2)
The depth of a notch located in the top of a wood joist (not on the end or in the middle of the joist) shall
not exceed _________ of the depth? ANS >> 1/6 of the member
(IRC PG130 R502.8.1)
, CSL TEST EXAM
The maximum allowable deflection permitted for 7:12-sloped rafters with no finished ceiling attached to
the rafters is _______________ ANS >> L/180
In a set of blueprints, where would you find the required window sizes? ANS >> Window schedule
Load bearing lumber shall be identified by the grade mark of a lumber grading or inspection agency that
has been approved by an accreditation body that complies with __________? ANS >> DOC PS30
(IRC PG123 R502.1.1)
What is the minimum distance to the property line that an opening in an exterior wall is permitted?
ANS >> 36 inches
When the IBC references different subcontractor codes, Reference to the international mechanical code
is considered reference to: ANS >> The international mechanical code
(IBC pg. V)
Which follow cannot be used for fire blocking? ANS >> 1/2 particle board
(IBC 718.2)
When constructing a two-family home in Groton MA according to the Massachusetts climate and
geographic design criteria, the snow load shall be? ANS >> 60 PSF
(amendment table 301.2(4))
CSL TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
The edge, or face of each piece, package, or container of foam plastic insulation shall bear the label of:
ANS >> An approved agency IBC 2603.5
Habitable attics shall be designed with a minimum uniformly distributed live load of_______________
psf. ANS >> 30
Where a single wood top plate is used as an alternative to a double top plate in a structure in SDC B, a
minimum________ galvanized steel splice plate is required for butt joints in straight walls ANS >> 3" x
12" x 0.036"
(IRC R602.3.2)
The depth of a notch located in the top of a wood joist (not on the end or in the middle of the joist) shall
not exceed _________ of the depth? ANS >> 1/6 of the member
(IRC PG130 R502.8.1)
, CSL TEST EXAM
The maximum allowable deflection permitted for 7:12-sloped rafters with no finished ceiling attached to
the rafters is _______________ ANS >> L/180
In a set of blueprints, where would you find the required window sizes? ANS >> Window schedule
Load bearing lumber shall be identified by the grade mark of a lumber grading or inspection agency that
has been approved by an accreditation body that complies with __________? ANS >> DOC PS30
(IRC PG123 R502.1.1)
What is the minimum distance to the property line that an opening in an exterior wall is permitted?
ANS >> 36 inches
When the IBC references different subcontractor codes, Reference to the international mechanical code
is considered reference to: ANS >> The international mechanical code
(IBC pg. V)
Which follow cannot be used for fire blocking? ANS >> 1/2 particle board
(IBC 718.2)
When constructing a two-family home in Groton MA according to the Massachusetts climate and
geographic design criteria, the snow load shall be? ANS >> 60 PSF
(amendment table 301.2(4))
