International Standards and Regulations Quiz
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Which of the following best describes a standard?

  • A regulation that must be followed by all industries and professions
  • A document that describes recognized or approved procedures, practices, technical requirements, and terminologies (correct)
  • A publication that opens a world of possibilities for Canadian businesses
  • A certificate or seal given to a product or procedure that meets a specific standard
  • What is the role of standards in the design-construction industry?

  • To certify products and materials
  • To serve as regulations for the building code
  • To establish accepted practices, uniform technical requirements, and agreed-upon terminologies (correct)
  • To protect the safety of all Canadians
  • Who develops standards?

  • Manufacturers, suppliers, and testing agencies
  • Architects and professionals in the design-construction industry
  • Experts selected or volunteers who reach a consensus (correct)
  • Authorities having jurisdiction
  • Which organization administers nine different building and site design and construction certifications and programs, including LEED, WELL, TRUE, SITES, and ARC?

    <p>Green Building Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization created the WELL building standards and the WELL practitioner certification system?

    <p>International WELL Building Institute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which residential design standard results in drastically reduced energy consumption by taking advantage of passive design techniques?

    <p>Passive House Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for certifying that a product or service meets a requirement?

    <p>American National Standards Institute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is the largest developer and publisher of international standards?

    <p>International Organization for Standardization (ISO)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization has published the Canadian Practice Manual for BIM?

    <p>Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trade association is mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cement Association of Canada (CAC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization focuses on the standardization of building materials and assemblies?

    <p>Underwriters Laboratories of Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for standardization in all fields except electrical and electronic engineering?

    <p>ISO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization coordinates and oversees voluntary standards development, promotion, and implementation in Canada?

    <p>Standards Council of Canada (SCC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a branded certification system for building design?

    <p>International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization formed the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC)?

    <p>Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for the National Building Code of Canada 2015?

    <p>Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find the Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC) registry?

    <p>National Research Council of Canada website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying standards?

    <p>To improve the safety and quality of construction materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

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