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Which test method is used to determine the fire and smoke characteristics of electrical wiring, cables, and non-metallic raceways?
Which test method is used to determine the fire and smoke characteristics of electrical wiring, cables, and non-metallic raceways?
In a plenum, which components of wiring systems are permitted if they exhibit a vertical char of not more than 1.5 m when tested?
In a plenum, which components of wiring systems are permitted if they exhibit a vertical char of not more than 1.5 m when tested?
Which type of wood used in construction must be pressure impregnated with fire-retardant chemicals and have a flame-spread rating not more than 25?
Which type of wood used in construction must be pressure impregnated with fire-retardant chemicals and have a flame-spread rating not more than 25?
What is the minimum thickness required for splice plates used at splices in heavy timber construction?
What is the minimum thickness required for splice plates used at splices in heavy timber construction?
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What is the minimum thickness required for floors in heavy timber construction?
What is the minimum thickness required for floors in heavy timber construction?
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Which of the following materials is NOT permitted in noncombustible construction?
Which of the following materials is NOT permitted in noncombustible construction?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should wood girders and beams in heavy timber construction be connected at adjoining ends?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should wood girders and beams in heavy timber construction be connected at adjoining ends?
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What is the minimum width requirement for roof arches, roof trusses, roof beams, and roof girders in heavy timber construction?
What is the minimum width requirement for roof arches, roof trusses, roof beams, and roof girders in heavy timber construction?
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In heavy timber construction, how should intermediate wood beams used to support a floor be supported?
In heavy timber construction, how should intermediate wood beams used to support a floor be supported?
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What percentage of the exterior cladding on each exterior wall of buildings conforming to certain articles should consist of noncombustible cladding?
What percentage of the exterior cladding on each exterior wall of buildings conforming to certain articles should consist of noncombustible cladding?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, which of the following is true about the classification of an arena-type building used for trade shows and similar exhibition purposes?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, which of the following is true about the classification of an arena-type building used for trade shows and similar exhibition purposes?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what are the requirements for the classification of convalescent homes and children's custodial homes?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what are the requirements for the classification of convalescent homes and children's custodial homes?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the classification of buildings or parts thereof used for the storage of baled combustible fibres?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the classification of buildings or parts thereof used for the storage of baled combustible fibres?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum fire-resistance rating of fire separation between a Group A-3 major occupancy and a Group F-2 major occupancy?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum fire-resistance rating of fire separation between a Group A-3 major occupancy and a Group F-2 major occupancy?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
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Which of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Which of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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In a building required to be of noncombustible construction, what is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed?
In a building required to be of noncombustible construction, what is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed?
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What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where can the information regarding major components of fire protection be found?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where can the information regarding major components of fire protection be found?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should buildings or parts of buildings be classified?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should buildings or parts of buildings be classified?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what should be done with buildings intended for use by more than one major occupancy?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what should be done with buildings intended for use by more than one major occupancy?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where are the defined words found?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where are the defined words found?
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Which one of the following is true about buildings classified as Group F, Division 2 major occupancy?
Which one of the following is true about buildings classified as Group F, Division 2 major occupancy?
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Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
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Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
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Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting foamed plastics in combustible construction?
Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting foamed plastics in combustible construction?
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Which one of the following is true about walk-in coolers or freezers in a building required to be of combustible construction?
Which one of the following is true about walk-in coolers or freezers in a building required to be of combustible construction?
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Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
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The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 1 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 1 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, do not need to be protected for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, do not need to be protected for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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Combustible roofing materials are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roofing materials are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is less than 50 mm thick.
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is less than 50 mm thick.
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Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
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Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
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The minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction is 50 mm.
The minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction is 50 mm.
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Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
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What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in a building?
Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in a building?
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What is the classification of combustible roof covering allowed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the classification of combustible roof covering allowed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Under what conditions are combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Under what conditions are combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
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What is the classification of combustible roofing materials on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the classification of combustible roofing materials on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the purpose of wood blocking within wall assemblies in a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the purpose of wood blocking within wall assemblies in a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which one of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
Which one of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
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What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
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What is the definition of a storage tank?
What is the definition of a storage tank?
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What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
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What is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
What is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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What is the purpose of fire blocks in conformance with Article 3.1.11.5. of the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
What is the purpose of fire blocks in conformance with Article 3.1.11.5. of the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting openings through the concrete deck other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping in a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports?
Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting openings through the concrete deck other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping in a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports?
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