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1. Why is it important for workers to know the identity of the inspector?
A
To report any violations
B
To show respect and courtesy
C
To avoid being fined
2. What is a good opportunity for the inspector to meet the various players involved with a project?
A
After work hours
B
Preconstruction meetings
C
Lunch breaks
3. Who are special inspectors?
A
Inspectors hired by the government to inspect all buildings
B
Inspectors hired by the owner to inspect special structural and fire-resistant elements of the build
C
Inspectors hired by the contractors to inspect their own work
4. What is the purpose of including the inspector in preconstruction meetings?
A
To clarify the responsibilities of all parties related to inspection
B
To intimidate workers
C
To assign blame in case of accidents
5. What is the inspector's role in achieving safe buildings?
A
An important part of a collaborative effort in the construction process
B
To delay the project
C
To find as many violations as possible
6. What is the best way for the inspector to introduce themselves to workers on a job site?
A
A brief introduction to let people know the purpose of the visit
B
A long speech about their qualifications
C
A friendly chat about the weather
7. What is the benefit of the inspector building a working relationship with special inspectors?
A
To make the job more difficult
B
To ensure all required inspections are completed
C
To have someone to blame in case of accidents
8. What is the inspector's position on the construction team?
A
An outsider looking to find faults
B
A necessary evil
C
An important part of a collaborative effort
9. What is the preferred alternative to workers watching an unknown person wandering around the job site?
A
Calling the police
B
Ignoring the inspector
C
A brief introduction
10. What is the purpose of the inspector's visit to a job site?
A
To socialize with the workers
B
To inspect the construction for code violations
C
To supervise the workers
11. Why is it important for inspectors to greet people at job sites?
A
To set a positive tone and reinforce collaboration.
B
To waste time.
C
To make friends with contractors.
12. What is the primary task of building inspectors?
A
To chat with people on job sites.
B
To make friends with contractors.
C
To verify conformance to code provisions.
13. Why should inspectors maintain a professional demeanor during greetings?
A
To avoid distracting from the inspection.
B
To intimidate people.
C
To show off.
14. What is the importance of an inspector's attitude during inspections?
A
It can intimidate people.
B
It can put people at ease and elicit a favorable response.
C
It can waste time.
15. What should inspectors do when builders ask questions?
A
Encourage questions and be open to suggestions.
B
Intimidate builders.
C
Ignore questions and suggestions.
16. What is the quote by Winston Churchill about attitude?
A
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.
B
Attitude is a big thing that makes a little difference.
C
Attitude doesn't matter.
17. What is the importance of a positive attitude for inspectors?
A
It signals a desire to waste time.
B
It signals a willingness to answer questions and seek solutions.
C
It signals a desire to intimidate people.
18. What is the importance of being a good listener during inspections?
A
It wastes time.
B
It intimidates people.
C
It shows an open mind and can lead to solutions.
19. What is the importance of a friendly greeting during inspections?
A
It intimidates people.
B
It wastes time.
C
It sets a positive tone and reinforces collaboration.
20. What is the importance of an inspector's demeanor during inspections?
A
To maintain professionalism and avoid distractions.
B
To show off.
C
To intimidate people.
21. What type of identification should an inspector always carry?
A
Official photo identification
B
Driver's license
C
Library card
22. What do the I-Codes require building safety department personnel to carry?
A
Identification
B
A clipboard
C
A flashlight
23. Who issues the visible identification for inspectors?
A
The building owner
B
The federal government
C
City, county or state
24. What should an inspector do if asked to produce identification?
A
Produce official photo identification
B
Refuse to show identification
C
Show a library card
25. What is the purpose of inspector identification policies?
A
To make inspectors look official
B
To increase government revenue
C
To ensure public safety and prevent fraud
26. Are inspectors required to wear visible identification?
A
No, never
B
Yes, always
C
It depends on the department's policy
27. What is the main reason for inspectors to carry identification?
A
To prove they are authorized to inspect
B
To show off their picture
C
To get discounts at local businesses
28. What should an inspector do if they forget their official photo identification?
A
Ask the building owner to vouch for them
B
Try to use a library card
C
Retrieve it or reschedule the inspection
29. What happens if an inspector fails to produce identification when asked?
A
Nothing, it's not a big deal
B
They may be denied access or face disciplinary action
C
They get a warning
30. What is the consequence of building safety department personnel not carrying identification?
A
They are in violation of the I-Codes
B
They are more efficient
C
They get a pay raise