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Which standard specifies the thermal insulation material 'Phenolic, Faced'?
Which standard specifies the thermal insulation material 'Phenolic, Faced'?
Which type of insulation should be used in areas where it may be subject to mechanical damage?
Which type of insulation should be used in areas where it may be subject to mechanical damage?
Where should loose-fill insulation be used?
Where should loose-fill insulation be used?
What is the maximum supporting slope for loose-fill insulation in an unconfined sloped space?
What is the maximum supporting slope for loose-fill insulation in an unconfined sloped space?
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What should be done to prevent loose-fill insulation from blocking soffit vents?
What should be done to prevent loose-fill insulation from blocking soffit vents?
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What standard should be followed for the installation of spray-applied polyurethane insulation?
What standard should be followed for the installation of spray-applied polyurethane insulation?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where should the insulation be installed?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where should the insulation be installed?
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What is the minimum ratio of total thermal resistance outboard of a material's inner surface to total thermal resistance inboard of that surface, for a ratio between 5,000 and 5,999?
What is the minimum ratio of total thermal resistance outboard of a material's inner surface to total thermal resistance inboard of that surface, for a ratio between 5,000 and 5,999?
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In order for a wall to have an air space vented to the outdoors, what condition must it comply with?
In order for a wall to have an air space vented to the outdoors, what condition must it comply with?
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What is the minimum ratio of total thermal resistance outboard of a material's inner surface to total thermal resistance inboard of that surface, for a ratio between 10,000 and 10,999?
What is the minimum ratio of total thermal resistance outboard of a material's inner surface to total thermal resistance inboard of that surface, for a ratio between 10,000 and 10,999?
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Where should the insulation be installed if the ratio between the total thermal resistance outboard of its innermost impermeable surface and the total thermal resistance inboard of that surface is not less than that required by Table 9.25.5.2?
Where should the insulation be installed if the ratio between the total thermal resistance outboard of its innermost impermeable surface and the total thermal resistance inboard of that surface is not less than that required by Table 9.25.5.2?
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According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where should the insulation be installed if it is outboard of an air space that is vented to the outdoors?
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where should the insulation be installed if it is outboard of an air space that is vented to the outdoors?
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Which of the following is a requirement for the installation of an air barrier below a floor-on-ground?
Which of the following is a requirement for the installation of an air barrier below a floor-on-ground?
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What is the maximum permeance allowed for vapour barriers?
What is the maximum permeance allowed for vapour barriers?
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Which material can be used as a vapour barrier?
Which material can be used as a vapour barrier?
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What is the purpose of installing the vapour barrier close to the warm side of the insulation?
What is the purpose of installing the vapour barrier close to the warm side of the insulation?
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Which of the following materials does not need to comply with the requirements for sheet and panel-type materials in the building envelope?
Which of the following materials does not need to comply with the requirements for sheet and panel-type materials in the building envelope?
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Under what conditions does an assembly not need to comply with the requirements for low permeance materials?
Under what conditions does an assembly not need to comply with the requirements for low permeance materials?
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Which type of assemblies separating conditioned space from unconditioned space or from the ground are required to include an air barrier system?
Which type of assemblies separating conditioned space from unconditioned space or from the ground are required to include an air barrier system?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the air barrier system in wall, floor, attic, or roof spaces according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the air barrier system in wall, floor, attic, or roof spaces according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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Which type of material is required to be used as an air barrier system in the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
Which type of material is required to be used as an air barrier system in the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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Which of the following statements about the continuity of the air barrier system is correct according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
Which of the following statements about the continuity of the air barrier system is correct according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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What should be done to maintain the integrity of the air barrier system when there are penetrations such as doors, windows, electrical wiring, or piping?
What should be done to maintain the integrity of the air barrier system when there are penetrations such as doors, windows, electrical wiring, or piping?
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What should be done to seal clearances between chimneys or gas vents and the surrounding construction according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
What should be done to seal clearances between chimneys or gas vents and the surrounding construction according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
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Which of the following measures are required for walls, ceilings, and floors separating conditioned space from unconditioned space, exterior air, or the ground?
Which of the following measures are required for walls, ceilings, and floors separating conditioned space from unconditioned space, exterior air, or the ground?
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What should be the relative position of materials in walls, ceilings, and floors separating conditioned space from unconditioned space, exterior air, or the ground?
What should be the relative position of materials in walls, ceilings, and floors separating conditioned space from unconditioned space, exterior air, or the ground?
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Which sections should be followed for insulation and sealing of heating and ventilating ducts?
Which sections should be followed for insulation and sealing of heating and ventilating ducts?
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What is the purpose of thermal insulation in walls, ceilings, and floors separating heated space from unheated space, exterior air, or exterior soil?
What is the purpose of thermal insulation in walls, ceilings, and floors separating heated space from unheated space, exterior air, or exterior soil?
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Which insulation material is required for thermal insulation?
Which insulation material is required for thermal insulation?
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What is the scope of Section 9.25?
What is the scope of Section 9.25?
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