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WorksheetsSomething Unit 2
Total questions: 180
Worksheet time: 3hrs 50mins
What is the maximum projection allowed for a footing, buried 600mm below grade, towards a public sidewalk?
300mm
450mm
500mm
600mm
Fences should be installed around the construction or demolition site. What is the minimum height required for the fence?
2.00m
2.40m
3.00m
3.60m
If the distance between the outermost face of the building and the inner edge of the sidewalk is equal to the building height, what is required?
A fence only
A fence and a canopy
A fence, a canopy, and a net
A fence and a temporary walkway
What is the minimum size of a classroom for 30 students and 1 teacher, according to the occupant load factors in Rule 12 of the Building Code?
54.00 sqm
55.80 sqm
138.00 sqm
142.60 sqm
What is the occupant load factor for hotels, according to Rule 12?
2
3
4
5
What is the maximum travel distance to an exit if the building has an automatic fire extinguishing system?
30 meters
45 meters
60 meters
75 meters
What is the occupant load factor for hotels, according to Rule 12?
28.00 sqm/person
18.60 sqm/person
8.40 sqm/person
none of these
What is the minimum height required for doors in the Building Code?
1.80 meters
1.90 meters
2.00 meters
2.10 meters
What is the minimum stair width required if the occupant load is 15?
750mm
900mm
1100mm
1200mm
What is the correct mounting height of handrails, according to the Building Code?
700-800mm
800-900mm
700-900mm
800-1000mm
What is the minimum depth of for elevator pits?
600mm
800mm
850mm
1000mm
What is the maximum number of seats between two aisles?
7 seats
10 seats
14 seats
30 seats
Minimum thickness of a glass panel measuring 2.50 x 2.50 m
8mm
10mm
12mm
15mm
Maximum width of a door leaf
There is no maximum width for a door leaf
800mm
900mm
1200mm
What is the maximum number of seats between a wall and an aisle?
7 seats
10 seats
14 seats
30 seats
Minimum height of a handrail above the
stair thread.
.60 m
.70 m
.80 m
.90 m
Which is considered as a minor construction?
Minor structures 6sqm. or less detached from
other buildings, for private use only.
Open terraces or patios not exceeding 6sqm.
Open terraces or patios not exceeding 30sqm.
Minor structures 20sqm. or less detached from
other buildings, for private use only.
Which is considered as a minor construction?
Garden masonry walls not exceeding 1.0m in
height
Open terraces or patios not exceeding 6sqm.
Garden pools 500mm deep or shallower
Minor structures 20sqm. or less detached from
other buildings, for private use only.
Article 1723 of the Civil Code states that the
engineer or architect who drew up the plans and
specifications is liable for ___ years from
completion of the building should it collapse due
to defects in the plans or the ground.
15
10
5
3
Wood construction with fire-resistant material with one-hour fire-resistive throughout
TYPE 1
TYPE 2
TYPE 3
TYPE 4
▪Masonry and wood construction
▪ One hour fire resistive throughout
▪ Incombustible exterior walls
TYPE 1
TYPE 2
TYPE 3
TYPE 4
Type I construction NOT allowed
Non-fire restricted zones
Fire restrictive zones
Highly fire restrictive zones
Fire zones
BUILDINGS IN MULTIPLE FIRE ZONES Shall be considered as part of the more restrictive zone if more than ___of its total floor area is in
that zone
1/3
1/5
1/4
1/2
Land development or redevelopment schemes for
a new project which has a CDMP (Comprehensive
Development Masterplan) or equivalent
PUD
MIXED OCCUPANCIES
URBAN DESIGN
URBAN PLANNING
Reserved or leased parking slots may also serve
the parking requirements if the said parking building is not more than __ away, if residential
100m
200m
50m
60m
For traffic-generating buildings, the building ingress and the intersection shall be
at least __ apart (measured between the two
nearest curbs)
50m
100m
200m
60m
Interior or rear lots shall have an access road with
a minimum width of 3.00m. Provide a __ wide
chaflan at the intersection with the main RROW.
3.0 m
4.0 m
5.0 m
6.0 m
National roads or public highways: footings
located at least 2.40m below grade may project
__ (maximum) beyond the property line
300 mm
350 mm
200 mm
250 mm
Public sidewalk: Foundations may encroach
__ into the sidewalk if top of foundation is at
least 600mm below grade
450 mm
500 mm
200 mm
250 mm
No door or window shall project beyond the property
line when fully opened or upon opening unless at least __ above the pavement,
2.0 m
2.1 m
2.4 m
3.0 m
Double acting doors shall not be used as exits
when serving a tributary load of more than 100.
Must be provided with a view panel of not less
than __ sq. cm.
1300
1200
1400
1500
Occupant load: Classrooms
1.8sqm
0.65sqm
1.4sqm
2.8sqm
Occupant load: Conference Rooms
1.8sqm
0.65sqm
1.4sqm
2.8sqm
Minimum extended portion of a chimney
above the roof.
600mm
350mm
300mm
200mm
Minimum air space between walls of a
masonry chimney above the roof.
100mm
25mm
45mm
50mm
Minimum live load bearing capacity of a
construction canopy.
600 KGS / SQM
500 KGS / SQM
400 KGS / SQM
300 KGS / SQM
Minimum number of storeys requiring
one (1) or more dry standpipes.
2
3
4
5
Minimum firebox wall thickness
200
250
50
100
Minimum thickness of glass for
jalousies
5.6mm
5.5mm
5.4mm
5.8mm
Unit area per occupant for warehouses
and mechanical equipment room.
24sqm
25sqm
27sqm
28sqm
1. AUDITORIUMS, THEATERS, CHURCHES AND CHAPELS, DANCE FLOORS, REVIEWING STANDS, STADIA
9.30 sq.m
18.60 sq.m
0.65 sq.m
5.60 sq.m
2. GARAGE
1.40 sq.m
9.30 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
18.60 sq.m
3. Kitchen ( COMMERCIAL )
18.60 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
5.60 sq.m
3.25 sq.m
4. Nurseries for Children
2.80 sq.m
28.00 sq.m
3.25 sq.m
9.30 sq.m
5. CLASSROOMS
1.80 sq.m
1.40 sq.m
7.40 sq.m
3.25 sq.m
6. CONFERENCE ROOM
0.65 sq.m
1.40 sq.m
1.80 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
7. HOTELS, APARTMENTS, DORMITORIES
18.60 sq.m
28.00 sq.m
7.40 sq.m
4.60 sq.m
8. CONFERENCE ROOMS, EXHIBIT ROOMS, GYMNASIA
18.60 sq.m
1.40 sq.m
7.40 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
9. SCHOOL SHOPS, VOCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, LABORATORIES
7.40 sq.m
4.80 sq.m
4.70 sq.m
4.60 sq.m
10. STORES-RETAIL SALES ROOMS
( BASEMENT AND GROUND FLOOR )
2.80 sq.m
5.60 sq.m
7.40 sq.m
18.60 sq.m
11. STORES-RETAIL SALES ROOMS
( UPPER FLOORS )
28.00 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
5.60 sq.m
4.60 sq.m
12. PARKING GARAGE
9.30 sq.m
5.60 sq.m
18.60 sq.m
28.00 sq.m
13. DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT
1.40 sq.m
2.80 sq.m
3.25 sq.m
0.65 sq.m
13. AIRCRAFT HANGARS
( NO REPAIR )
28.00 sq.m
36.00 sq.m
40.00 sq.m
46.50 sq.m
14. WAREHOUSE AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
18.60 sq.m
30.00 sq.m
28.00 sq.m
46.50 sq.m
Outermost Levels of Building Projection
Total Open Space With Lot
Any physical change made on a building/structure to increase its value, utility and/or to improve its aesthetic quality.
Alteration
Renovation
Addition
Modification
According to the National Building Code, what is the maximum cost of a traditional family dwelling?
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
Which of the following requires a building permit?
Garden pools 500mm deep or shallower
Repairs of doors, floors, windows, or fences
Repairs of load-bearing partition walls
An open terrace 15sqm in area
This person is tasked with the enforcement of the National Building Code in his or her jurisdiction. He/she issues, denies, suspends, or revokes building permits.
The Secretary of the DPWH
The Building Official
The construction inspector
The barangay captain
Which of the following are exempt from fees?
Public buildings
Single family dwellings made of native materials, costing PHP15,000 or less
Hospitals
Both A and B
According to the Building Code, how many sets of plans and specifications must be submitted when applying for a permit?
3 sets
5 sets
6 sets
7 sets
According to Article 1723 of the Civil Code, who shall be held liable if a building collapses due to defects in the plans?
The architect or the engineer who drew up the plans
The contractor and the construction supervisor
The Building Official who reviewed and approved the plans
Both A and B
Before using or occupying a completed building, this document must be issued first.
Building permit
Certificate of Inspection
Certificate of Compliance
Certificate of Occupancy
The Building Code requires that the owner hire a full-time inspector for the construction. This inspector must be a:
Licensed Architect
Licensed Civil Engineer
Licensed Contractor
Either A or B
This term refers to any new construction which increases the height or area of an existing building.
Addition
Alteration
Renovation
Conversion
This type of construction is four-hour fire-resistive throughout.
Type I
Type II
Type III or IV
Type V
The provisions of the National Building Code apply to all public and private buildings except for:
BP 220 Projects
PD 957 Projects
Projects that only involve non-structural repairs
Projects that only involve alteration and renovation
In which fire zone can Type 3 constructions be built?
Non-restricted zone
Fire restrictive zone
Highly fire restrictive zone
A and B only
A, B and C
Which repair requires a permit?
Repair of a solid wood door that is used as an exit
Repair of a minor beam supporting a secondary balcony
Repair of all drywall partitions in a three-story house
None of these require a permit
Which of the following is not a ground to declare a building as dangerous?
Structural Hazard
Fire Hazard
Unsafe mechanical installation
Aesthetic Deficiency
What is the minimum distance required between roof eaves and rear/side property lines?
500mm
750mm
1000mm
1500mm
Firewalls are not allowed for R1 developments. However, an abutment of up to ___ in height is allowed, provided that above 1.50m, the abutment is made of perforated concrete blocks.
2.00m
2.70m
3.00m
3.20m
For a sloping lot with a 4.00m difference between the highest and lowest points of the lot, where will the established grade line be for building height determination?
The lowest point of the lot
The highest point of the lot
The average between the two points
None of the Above
What is the minimum parking slot size for an articulated truck?
2.50m x 5.00m
3.00 x 9.00m
3.60 x 18.00m
3.60 x 22.00m
If you add the ISA and the USA, what will you get?
TOSL
PSO
MACA
AMBF
If you subtract the ISA from the construction area, what will you get?
TOSL
PSO
USA
BHL
What is the minimum area for habitable rooms, according to the National Building Code?
1.20 sqm
3.00sqm
6.00sqm
12.00sqm
What is the minimum air space provision per person for habitable rooms?
3.00 cubic meters
12.00 cubic meters
14 cubic meters
18 cubic meters
What is the minimum ceiling height required for the seventh floor of an artificially-ventilated building?
1.80m
2.10m
2.40m
2.70m
For forest areas, the NBC requires at least _____ of easement for each side of the waterway.
3.00m
10.00m
20.00m
40.00m
Rowhouses 1-3 storeys high fall under which zoning classification?
R-2
R-3
GI
C-1
What are the allowable firewall configurations for an R2 project?
Allowed on one side of property
Allowed on both sides of the property
Allowed on one side and the rear
Both B and C
For R-4 projects, firewalls may be allowed on both sides of the property. What is the maximum height for these firewalls?
2 Floors high only
3 Floors high only
4 Floors high only
14 meters high only
All of these affect the maximum total gross floor area given by Table 7.1 except for:
Zoning designation of the property
Use or non-use of firewalls for the project
Lot type
Width of the road
When the only road fronting a property is 5 meters wide and the property is zoned as R1, the maximum height allowed for the project is
2 floors only
2.5 floors only
3 floors only
5 floors only
What is the maximum projection allowed for a footing, buried 600mm below grade, towards a public sidewalk?
300mm
450mm
500mm
600mm
Fences should be installed around the construction or demolition site. What is the minimum height required for the fence?
2.00m
2.40m
3.00m
3.60m
If the distance between the outermost face of the building and the inner edge of the sidewalk is equal to the building height, what is required?
A fence only
A fence and a canopy
A fence, a canopy, and a net
A fence and a temporary walkway
What is the minimum size of a classroom for 30 students and 1 teacher, according to the occupant load factors in Rule 12 of the Building Code?
54.00 sqm
55.80 sqm
138.00 sqm
142.60sqm
What is the occupant load factor for hotels, according to Rule 12?
28.00 sqm/person
18.60 sqm/person
8.40 sqm/person
None of these
A floor with an occupant load of 700 shall have at least how many exits?
2
3
4
5
What is the maximum travel distance to an exit if the building has an automatic fire extinguishing system?
30 m
45 m
60 m
75 m
What is the minimum height required for doors in the Building Code?
1.80m
1.90m
2.00m
2.10m
What is the minimum stair width required if the occupant load is 15?
750mm
900mm
1100mm
1200mm
What is the correct mounting height of handrails, according to the Building Code?
700-800 mm
800-900mm
700-900mm
800-1000mm
What is the minimum depth of for elevator pits?
600mm
800mm
850mm
1000mm
What is the maximum number of seats between two aisles?
7 seats
10 seats
14 seats
30 seats
Minimum thickness of a glass panel measuring 2.50 x 2.50 m
8mm
10mm
12mm
15mm
Maximum width of a door leaf
There is no maximum width for a door leaf
800mm
900mm
1200mm
What is the maximum number of seats between a wall and an aisle?
7 seats
10 seats
14 seats
30 seats
Presidential Decree 1096 is popularly known as the (a) of the Philippines
Declaration of Policy of PD 1096
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the State to safeguard life, health, property and public welfare, consistent with the principles of sound environmental management and control;
True
False
What types of buildings/structures are not covered by PD 1096? Choose all that apply.
Economic and
Socialized Housing Projects
traditional indigenous family dwellings
public buildings
commercial buildings
Buildings or structures intended to be used for residential/family dwelling shall observe adequate environmental safeguards.
True
False
Residential dwelling can be constructed along streams or close to bodies of water.
True
False
SECTION 105. Site Requirements
The land or site upon which will be constructed any building or structure, or any ancillary or auxiliary facility thereto, shall require which of the following?
sanitary
beautiful
safe
compliant
A document issued by the Building Official (BO) to an owner/applicant to proceed with the construction, installation, addition, alteration, renovation, conversion, repair, moving, demolition or other work activity of a specific project/building/structure or portions thereof after the accompanying principal plans, specifications and other pertinent documents with the duly notarized application are found satisfactory and substantially conforming with the National Building Code of the Philippines (the Code) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).
(a)
The applicable provisions of the various agency and technical professional codes
that are supplementary to the Building Code, example Philippine Electrical Code, Philippine Structural Code, etc.
Referral Codes
Supplementary Codes
Support Codes
Partner Codes
Who is responsible for carrying out the
provisions of the Building Code in the field as well as the enforcement of orders and decisions?
(a)
Engr. Juan Dela Cruz is a Professional Electrical Engineer and he completed a seminar workshop on PD 1096 and its IRR conducted by the DPWH. Can he appointed as a Building Official?
Yes
No
Which of the following is part of the duty of the Building Official? Choose all that applies.
Undertake annual inspections of all buildings/ structures
Charged with the processing of all permit applications and
certificates.
Oversee the construction of all government building under their jurisdiction.
Primarily responsible for the enforcement of business permits requirements
The Building Official after due notice/s and hearing, can initiate action towards suspension of building permit or certificate of occupancy.
True
False
Only public or government buildings shall be exempt from payment of building
permit fees.
True
False
As used in the Code, the term (a) means a dwelling intended for the use and occupancy by the family of the owner only and constructed of native materials such as bamboo, nipa, logs, or lumber, the total cost of which does not exceed fifteen thousand pesos (P15,000.00).
(a) are those which are herein declared as such or are structurally unsafe or not
provided with safe egress, or which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life, or which in relation to existing use, constitute a hazard to safety or health or public welfare because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, or abandonment; or which otherwise contribute to the pollution of the site or the community to an intolerable degree.
Which of the following conditions or defects that render any building/structure dangerous or ruinous? Choose all that apply.
Improperly used electrical wirings, outlets, devices and/or equipment.
Lack of or improper operation of required ventilating equipment or air-conditioning systems.
A building used for committing
unlawful or immoral acts.
Infestation of insects, vermin or rodents and lack of adequate control for the same.
No person, firm or corporation, including any agency or instrumentality of the government shall construct, any building/structure without first obtaining a construction clearance from the Local Government Unit head assigned in the place where the subject building/structure is located or to be done.
True
False
What type of permit is an Electrical Permit?
Ancillary Permits
Accessory Permits.
Electrical Permit application includes design plans, specifications and other documents prepared, signed and sealed over the printed names of the duly licensed and registered professionals. Who can sign & seal the electrical plans & documents?
(a)
Electrical Documents for the Electrical Permit application must include which of the following? Choose all that applies.
Electrical Layout
Single Line Diagram
Schedule of Loads
Design Analysis
Electrical Regulations:
In Subdivisions, Housing Projects, Commercial and Industrial Buildings, overhead transmission and distribution voltages are required to supply power source including transformers, poles and supporting structures.
True
False
Are hospitals allowed to have a 10-minute transition time to transfer power supply from the instant of interruption of normal
power supply to the emergency supply?
Yes
No
Where is the appropriate installation of dry-type and other transformers with non-flammable insulation?
transformer vault
transformer room
transformer tower
transformer platform
Electrical Room: An adequate space or area shall be provided at load centers where panel boards, breakers, switchgears and other electrical equipment are installed.
True
False
All electrical systems, equipment and installations mentioned in the Building Code shall conform to the provisions of the (a) 1 & 2, as adopted by the Board of Electrical Engineering pursuant to Republic Act 7920.
The enactment of Republic Act No. 9514, has repealed the Presidential Decree No. 1185, otherwise known as the Fire Code of the Philippines,
True
False
(a) is building that is unsafe in case of fire because it will burn easily or because it lacks adequate exits or fire escapes.
Fire Alarms only has audible signal produced by a device or system to warn the occupants of the building or fire fighting elements of the presence or danger of fire to enable them to undertake immediate action to save life and property and to suppress the fire.
True
False
Which government office has the responsibility to administer and enforce the Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008?
(a)
(a) is the use of electrical appliances which draw or consume electrical current beyond the designed capacity of the existing electrical system.
Can a BFP personnel who just passed & are newly registered Electrical Engineer be designated as Fire Safety Enforcers?
Yes
No
Who has the jurisdiction to review, evaluate and assess plans, design calculations
and specifications, and issue the necessary building Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
(FSEC) as a prerequisite for the issuance of Building Permit by the Office of the Building
Official, upon determination that design and specification is in accordance with RA 9514
and its RIRR.
(a)
The Fire Marshall having jurisdiction shall cause the inspection of premises of any industrial,
commercial or business operations, and issue the necessary FSIC, as a prerequisite for
the grant of Business/Mayor’s Permit or Certificate of Annual Inspection from Philippine
Economic Zone Authority (PEZA),
True
False
The (a) shall undertake the necessary evaluation and review of the plans in
accordance with the guidelines issued by the Chief, BFP for this purpose, indicating whether
or not such plans conform to the fire safety and life safety requirements of RA 9514 and its
RIRR.
A ______ shall be issued by the Fire Marshall having jurisdiction as a prerequisite
for the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, Business Permits or Permit to Operate.
Fire Safety
Inspection Certificate
Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
RULE 10. FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
Every building or structure, new or old, designed for human occupancy shall be provided with exits sufficient to permit the fast and safe escape of occupants in case of fire or other emergencies.
True
False
RULE 11. PROHIBITED ACTS
Anyone is allowed to park in the designated fire lanes as long as there is no active fire in the building.
Yes
No
If fire exit stairs are allowed as means of egress then (a) are not allowed as fire escape or means of egress
Fire Alarm System with automatic fire department notification is required for which of the following? Choose all that applies.
Hospitals
Hotels
Malls
Schools
RULE 11. PROHIBITED ACTS
Which of the following electrical related acts is considered a prohibited act? Choose all that applies.
Use of jumper wires
Overloading the electrical system
Use of substandard electrical devices
Failure to install a fire alarm and detection system
