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Policies and Procedures Examination Program for Designers

(under the Building Code Act, 1992 and Ontario Building Code)

May 2005 Building and Development Branch

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca

Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Examination Program Policies/Procedures for Designers – May 2005 Page 1 of 13

Policies and Procedures Examination Program for Designers

Table of Contents

1.0 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 2 1.1. SCOPE ............................................................................................................. 2 1.2. ROLE OF THE EXAMINATION PROGRAM.......................................................... 2

Table 1: Types of Practitioners and the Relationship between ..................... 3 Qualification Requirements and the Examination Program ......................... 3

1.3. DATE OF EFFECT ............................................................................................. 3 1.4. UPDATING OF QUALIFICATIONS...................................................................... 3

2.0 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DESIGNERS ...................... 4

Table 2: Technical Examinations for Designers ........................................... 4 2.1 DESIGNERS ..................................................................................................... 5

3.0 ADVANCED STANDING .......................................................................... 6

Table 3: Technical Examinations and Advanced Standing Alternatives....... 7

4.0 CONFIRMATION OF ADVANCED STANDING ................................ 10

5.0 APPLICATION TO WRITE EXAMINATIONS................................... 11

APPENDIX 1 : COURSE DESCRIPTIONS................................................................ 12

Questions related to this document or for further information, contact

Registration Coordinator Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Tel: (416) 585-6666 Fax: (416) 585-7531


1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1. Scope This document outlines the examination program for designers, administered and authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing as referenced in Section 2.17. of the Ontario Building Code (OBC). Policies and Procedures for building practitioner examinations for chief building officials and inspectors, on-site sewage system installers, and Registered Code Agencies can be found on the Building Code website at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca . The Policies and Procedures are subject to revision. Users should check the Building Code website at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for the current edition of these Policies and Procedures and referenced documents. 1.2. Role of the Examination Program Sections 15.11. and 15.12. of the Building Code Act, 1992 (BCA), as amended by the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2002 (Bill 124) require certain building practitioners to have the qualifications set out in the OBC. These qualifications are set out in OBC Sections 2.16. through 2.19., which were added to the OBC through Ontario Regulation 305/03, and amended through Ontario Regulations 145/05 and 146/05. The qualifications for designers are described in Section 2.17. of the amended OBC. The qualifications which designers must have, include:

(1) Successful completion of an examination program administered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and

(2) Registering with the Director of the Building and Development Branch. Any individual is entitled to apply for and take examinations in accordance with these Policies and Procedures. Table 1 outlines the role of the examination program with respect to the qualification of designers.


Table 1: Types of Practitioners and the Relationship between Qualification Requirements and the Examination Program

Type of practitioner Relationship between Qualification Requirements and the Examination Program

Designers To be qualified, designers must be registered with the Director, unless they fall under one of the exemptions set out in OBC Sentences 2.17.4.1.(3) and (4).. Among other things, registration requires the filing of information on certain individuals who have successfully completed the Examination Program – see OBC Clauses 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) and (b). These individuals include:

1. the registrant, or if the registrant is a corporation or partnership, a director, officer, partner or employee of the registered person; and

2. all persons who will review and take responsibility for design activities.

Certain designers are exempt from registration but must be qualified, unless they fall under one of the exemptions set out in Sentence 2.17.5.1.(2). As one condition for qualification, such designers must successfully complete the Examination Program – see OBC Clause 2.17.5.1.(1)(a). Licensed architects and architectural practices are not governed by the Building Code qualification and registration requirements: see Sentences 2.17.2.1.(1) and 2.17.2.2.(1).

1.3. Date of effect Designers are not required to have the qualifications required by Section 2.17 of the OBC until January 1, 2006 1.4. Updating of Qualifications When an examination that is part of this examination program is replaced with a new examination, individuals may be required to update their qualifications through successfully completing new examinations set by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Such examinations may be required, for example, following major changes to the technical or administrative requirements of the OBC. The OBC establishes mechanisms for notifying qualified building practitioners of new examination requirements (e.g., Subsection 2.17.5.2.of the OBC references the updating of qualifications for designers).


2.0 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DESIGNERS This subsection outlines the examination program administered and authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the purposes of Section 2.17. of the OBC. The examination program for designers requires the successful completion of a legal/process examination. A legal/process examination that a designer must successfully complete corresponds to the duties that the designer performs. These are outlined in this section of the document. In addition to a legal/process examination, the examination program requires that some designers, depending on their duties, successfully complete a technical examination that corresponds to their category of qualification. Table 2 lists the technical examinations that correspond with each category of qualification. An overall grade of at least 70% must be obtained in each examination in order to be considered to have successfully completed an examination. As noted in Section 1.2 of this document, a designer, in addition to successfully completing the examination program, must also register with the Director.

Table 2: Technical Examinations for Designers Categories of Qualifications Technical Examinations

House* House – 2003 or Small Buildings – 2003

Small Buildings* Small Buildings – 2003 Large Buildings* Large Buildings – 2003 or

Complex Buildings – 2003 Complex Buildings* Complex Buildings – 2003 Plumbing House* Plumbing House – 2003 or

Plumbing – All Buildings – 2003 Plumbing – All Buildings* Plumbing – All Buildings – 2003 HVAC – House* HVAC – House – 2003 or

Building Services – 2003 Detection, Lighting and Power Detection, Lighting and Power - 2005 or

Building Services – 2003 Building Services* Building Services – 2003 Building Structural* Building Structural – 2003 On-site Sewage Systems* On-site Sewage Inspector – 1997 or

On-site Sewage Supervisor – 1997 Fire Protection* Fire Protection - 2003 *As set out in Column 3 of Table 2.20.2.1 of the OBC.


2.1 Designers 2.1.1. The following individuals are required to successfully complete the Examination Program

as outlined below:

1. A person engaged in the business of providing design activities to the public after December 31, 2005 and who is required to be registered under Sentence 2.17.4.1.(1) of the OBC or, if the person is a corporation or partnership, a director, officer, partner or employee of the person (Clause 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) of the OBC),

2. All persons who will for the purposes of Clause 2.17.4.7.(1)(d) of the OBC review and

take responsibility for design activities provided to the public by a person required to be registered under Sentence 2.17.4.1.(1) of the OBC (Clause 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) of the OBC), and

3. A person who carries out design activities after December 31, 2005, who is not required

under Sentence 2.17.4.1.(1) to be registered but is required to have the qualification set out in Clause 2.17.5.1.(1)(a) of the OBC.

2.1.2. All designers identified in this subsection must successfully complete:

1. Legal/Process Examination: • The examination entitled “General Legal/Process – 2003” or, • The examination titled “Powers and Duties of CBO – 2003” or, • The examination titled “Powers and Duties of RCA – 2003”, or, • The examination titled “Designer Legal/Process – 2005,

And

2. Technical Examination(s)

• The examination applicable to the category or categories of qualifications in Column 3 of Table 2.20.2.1. of the OBC which correspond to the category of registration set out in Column 2 of Table 2.20.2.1. of the OBC for which the application is made, or

• An Advanced Standing Alternative for the technical examination (refer to Section 3 of this document).


3.0 ADVANCED STANDING The examination program administered and authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, pursuant to Section 2.17 of the OBC, recognizes successful completion of certain Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing OBC training courses, which are defined as “Advanced Standing Alternatives”. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing or its authorized delivery agents deliver these courses. Designers that successfully complete these Advanced Standing Alternatives are recognized as having Advanced Standing and would not be required to write the corresponding technical examinations, as referenced in Section 2 of this document, to which the Advanced Standing Alternative relates. Table 3 illustrates the Advanced Standing Alternatives to the technical examinations of the examination program. The course descriptions of the Advanced Standing Alternatives can be found in Appendix 1 of this document as well as on the OBC website (www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca) under “Training”.


Table 3: Technical Examinations and Advanced Standing Alternatives Technical Examination Advanced Standing Alternatives 1,2

House - 2003

Part 9-The House Building Envelope and Part 9-The House Health & Safety or Part 9-The House

and

Part 9 Building - Structural Requirements and Part 9 Building - HVAC & Fire Protection or Part 9 - Technical Requirements or The Ontario Building Code - Part 9

Small Buildings - 2003

Part 9 Building -Structural Requirement and Part 9 Building -HVAC & Fire Protection or Part 9-Technical Requirements or The Ontario Building Code - Part 9

and

Part 3 - Large Building - Class & Construction and Part 3 - Large Building - Health & Safety or Part 3 - Large Building - General Requirements or The Ontario Building Code - Part 3

Large Buildings- 2003

Part 3-Large Building Class & Construct and Part 3-Large Building - Health & Safety or Part 3-Large Building -General Requirements or The Ontario Building Code - Part 3

and Large Building Advanced Standing Examination

Complex Buildings - 2003 n/a

Plumbing House – 2003 3 Water Supply and Waste Disposal and Building Plumbing Inspection or Introduction to Plumbing

Plumbing - All Buildings - 2003 Intermediate Plumbing

HVAC - House - 2003 Part 9-The House Building Envelope,

Part 9-The House Health & Safety and

Part 9- Building - HVAC & Fire Protection

or Part 9-The House and Part 9- Building – HVAC & Fire Protection

Detection, Lighting and Power – 2005 n/a

Building Services - 2003 n/a

Building Structural - 2003 n/a

On-site Sewage Supervisor - 1997 n/a

On-Site Sewage Inspector - 1997 n/a

Table and notes continued on following page


Technical Examination Advanced Standing Alternatives 1,2

Fire Protection - 2003

Part 3-Large Building Class & Construct, Part 3-Large Building - Health & Safety, Part 9- Building -HVAC & Fire Protection and Fire Protection Advanced Standing Examination

or Part 3-Large Building -General Requirements, Part 9- Building -HVAC & Fire Protection and Fire Protection Advanced Standing Examination

Column 1 2 3 4 Notes: 1. Where “and” is located in column 3, Advanced Standing Alternatives from both columns 2 and 4 must be completed. Where “or” is located in column 3,

Advanced Standing Alternatives from either column 2 or 4 must be completed. 2. Where “and” is located within column 2 or 4, both Advanced Standing Alternatives must be completed. Where “or” is located within column 2 or 4, either

Advanced Standing Alternative must be completed. 3. Possession of a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification issued by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities under the Training and Certification

Program for Plumbers is considered equivalent to an Advanced Standing Alternative for the Plumbing – House 2003 Technical Examination.


Successful completion of the training courses listed as Advanced Standing Alternatives includes successful completion of the course examination. Proof of successful completion shall include either:

• A Building Code Training Certificate issued by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing or its training course delivery agent, or

• A signed letter from the Ministry’s authorized training delivery agent indicating the course name, delivery location, date and student’s grade.

Successful completion of the Advanced Standing Alternative would be considered as having met the corresponding technical examination component of the examination program. For example, Table 3 above, lists the Advanced Standing Alternatives that can be credited towards “House – 2003”. Example from Table 3: “House – 2003” Advanced Standing Alternatives

Technical Examination Advanced Standing Alternatives

House - 2003

Part 9-The House Building Envelope and Part 9-The House Health & Safety or Part 9-The House

and

Part 9 Building - Structural Requirements and Part 9 Building - HVAC & Fire Protection or Part 9 - Technical Requirements or The Ontario Building Code - Part 9

To receive Advanced Standing status for House – 2003 one of the following six combinations of training courses must be successfully completed:

i) Part 9 -The House Building Envelope,

Part 9 - The House Health & Safety, Part 9 Building - Structural Requirements and Part 9 Building - HVAC & Fire Protection or

ii) Part 9 -The House Building Envelope, Part 9-The House Health & Safety and Part 9 - Technical Requirements or

iii) Part 9 - The House, Part 9 Building - Structural Requirements and Part 9 Building - HVAC & Fire Protection or

iv) Part 9 - The House and Part 9 - Technical Requirements or

v) Part 9 - The House Building Envelope and Part 9 - The House Health & Safety and The Ontario Building Code - Part 9 or

vi) Part 9 - The House and The Ontario Building Code - Part 9

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4.0 CONFIRMATION OF ADVANCED STANDING A designer may choose to have their Advanced Standing status reviewed by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. This can be done by completing the Application for Confirmation of Advanced Standing, which can be found, along with the instructions on completing the form, on the Building Code website (www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca) under the “Licensing and Registration” section or can be obtained from the Building and Development Branch of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The Application must be submitted with proof of successful completion of OBC training courses and the fee of $25. The Building and Development Branch, upon the review of the Application, will provide confirmation of the Advanced Standing assessment. The Advanced Standing review provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is offered as a voluntary service to designers to provide them with confirmation that they have met all or part of the technical examination component of the examination program. This may avoid problems at the time of filing related to confirmation of Advanced Standing. Designers that have not successfully completed all of the courses or examinations under the Advanced Standing Alternatives may still have their status assessed.


5.0 APPLICATION TO WRITE EXAMINATIONS Application to write examinations must be made using the Examination Application which can be found on the Building Code website (www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca) under the section “Qualification and Registration”, along with instructions on how to complete the form. The application and instructions can also be obtained from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Building and Development Branch. Examination applications must be received at least 21 days before your preferred examination date(s) that are posted as “open” on the Building Code website (Examination Schedule). Application must include the $80 fee for paper filing or $70 fee for electronic filing. Applicants that have submitted a complete application and are accepted for the examination will receive an Admission Letter confirming the location, date, and time of their examination, as well as their Building Code Identification Number for future references with the Ministry. The Ministry will contact applicants that have submitted a complete application in advance of the examination date and are not accepted. For further information, including the Examination Program Candidate Protocol, Examination Program Testing Accommodations, and Examination Syllabi, please visit the Building Code website (www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca).


APPENDIX 1: COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Part 9: The House - Building Envelope This is a five day (37 hour) basic Part 9 course dealing with plan examination & inspections of the house structure and the building envelope. Note: This course and Part 9: The House - Health & Safety comprise the former Part 9 - The House

Part 9: The House - Health & Safety This is a five day (37 hour) basic Part 9 course on the plan examination and inspection of health & safety related aspects of the house. Note: This course and Part 9: The House - Building Envelope comprise the former Part 9 - The House

Part 9 Buildings - Structural Requirements This is a four day (30 hour) more advanced course dealing with the structural requirements and limitations of Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code. This course does not deal specifically with the design of structural elements. Note: This course and Part 9 Buildings - HVAC & Fire Protection comprise the former Part 9 – Technical, or its predecessor, The Ontario Building Code – Part 9.

Part 9 Buildings - HVAC & Fire Protection This is a four day (30 hour) more advanced course dealing with the design and verification of fire-resistance ratings; where the code requires fire separations because of building classification, separation of major occupancies, service spaces and exits including penetrations of fire separations. Addressed as well are the topics of means of egress, exit facilities and fire protection and suppression methods. Note: This course and Part 9 Structural Requirements comprise the former Part 9 - Technical, or its predecessor, The Ontario Building Code – Part 9.

Part 3: Large Buildings - Classification & Construction This is a five day (37 hour) basic course which considers the elements of a structure which are important when dealing with it as a Part 3 building. It is an introduction to Part 3 buildings. Note: This course and the Part 3: Large Buildings - Health & Safety Requirements comprise the former Part 3 – General Requirements, and its predecessor, The Ontario Building Code – Part 3.


Part 3: Large Buildings - Health & Safety Requirements This is a five day (37 hour) basic course which deals with the health and safety requirements of Part 3 buildings. Note: This course and the Part 3: Large Buildings - Health & Safety Requirements comprise the former Part 3 – General Requirements, and its predecessor, The Ontario Building Code – Part 3.

Water Supply & Waste Disposal This four day (30 hour) course deals with plumbing from the municipal supply and waste systems up to the house and the related inspections. It introduces the inspection of plumbing in a single family dwelling using the MITEC house as an example. The basic theory of plumbing systems is introduced. Sewers, drains & water services are covered in depth. Pipe sizing and loading are introduced. Note: This course and Building Plumbing Inspection comprise the former Introduction to Plumbing Inspection.

Building Plumbing Inspection This four day (30 hour) course continues the previous one in looking at house plumbing systems and inspections. It covers the above ground plumbing in a single family dwelling using the MITEC House as an example. The entire drainage, waste and vent (DWV) system and potable water distribution system will be examined from the rough-in stage to the final inspection. Note: This course and Water Supply & Waste Disposal comprise the former Introduction to Plumbing Inspection.

Intermediate Plumbing This five day course is developed to give those interested in plumbing inspection a background in the science of plumbing.

Qualification Examination Syllabi Page 1 of 38 March, 2005

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Building Code Act and Building CodeQualification Examination Syllabi

Released March, 2005

Table of Contents

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Introduction to these Syllabi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Examination Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Referenced Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Legal/Process Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

General Legal/Process Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Designer Legal/Process Syllabus, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Powers and Duties of a Chief Building Official Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Powers and Duties of a Registered Code Agency Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Technical Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Small Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Large Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Large Building Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Complex Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Plumbing - House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Plumbing - All Buildings Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18HVAC - House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Detection Lighting and Power Syllabus, 2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Building Services Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Building Structural Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30On-Site Sewage System Supervisor Syllabus, 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32On-Site Sewage System Inspector Syllabus, 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Fire Protection Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Fire Protection Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37


Introduction to these Syllabi

On July 25, 2003 the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2002 (Bill 124) was proclaimed andO.Reg. 305/03 was filed to implement the Province's building regulatory reforms*. Included amongthe reforms is the requirement for mandatory qualifications for all building officials and mandatoryqualifications for certain classes of designers and registered code agencies. These are in addition tothe qualification requirements for on-site sewage inspectors and installers in place since 1997.

Mandatory qualifications are set out in the Building Code, and include the requirement that certainindividuals successfully complete an examination program administered or authorized by the Ministryof Municipal Affairs and Housing.

This document gives examination candidates the specific topics that will be covered in eachexamination. The Examination Programs set out requirements for specific building practitionersregulated under Sections 2.16, 2.17, 2.18, and 2.19 of the Ontario Building Code.

* - the Building Code has been further amended by O.Reg. 145/05 and O.Reg. 146/05,filed on March 29, 2005.

Examination Approach

Examinations do not necessarily include all of the provisions specified in a particular syllabus. Instead, each syllabus defines the pool of knowledge that a practitioner is expected to know. Examinations are made up of representative samples drawn from the pool. Further, some questionsmay require candidates to consider provisions that lie outside of the syllabus, but are directlyreferenced by provisions contained within the syllabus - particularly in advanced standing exams.

These syllabi were developed using a peer-assessment process based on committees that includedover 50 practitioners representing OBOA (large, small, urban, rural, plans review and inspection),LMCBO, TACBOC, OPIA, OAA, PEO, OACETT, AATO, ARIDO, OMFPOA, and OAFC. Theseadvisory committees also ranked Code requirements in terms of their:

Difficulty: How hard it is to understand, interpret and apply the underlying intent of theprovision?

Importance: How important is the Article in supporting the purpose or objectives of the Code(health, safety, fire protection, structural sufficiency, accessibility, conservationand environmental integrity of the building)?

Frequency: How often the provision is applied?

The examination questions focus on areas of high relevance (difficulty, importance and frequency)and are geared to assess a candidate’s ability to find, understand and apply these provisions.

Find: Search the Code and find or identify a non-familiar Code provision.Understand: Comprehend the language, structure and intent behind a Code provision(s).Apply: Use the Code provision(s) in a case example, situation, or scenario.

Referenced Documents

The examinations are based on the following documents:• Building Code Act, 1992, as amended by Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act,

2002 (Bill 124);• The Building Code, 1997 (O.Reg 403/97), as amended by O.Reg. 305/03; and• The Supplementary Guidelines to the Ontario Building Code, 1997 as amended to

September, 2003.


Legal/Process Examinations

General Legal/Process Syllabus, 2003

1. The Building Code Act, all

2. The Building Code :

Part Section Subsection Article Sentence

Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all

Part 2 – General Requirements, all

Part 10 – Change of Use, all

Part 11 – Renovations, all except specific compliance alternatives

Part 12 – Transition, Revocation and Commencement, all

[End of General Legal/Process Syllabus]


Designer Legal/Process Syllabus, 2005

1. The Building Code Act,* all

2. The Building Code:*







* Note Emphasis will be given to issues, requirements and responsibilities of personswho carry out design activities in accordance with the Building Code Act andBuilding Code.

[End of Designer Legal/Process Syllabus]


Powers and Duties of a Chief Building Official Syllabus, 2003






Part 10 - Change of Use, all

Part 11 - Renovations, all except specific compliance alternatives

Part 12 - Transition, Revocation and Commencement, all

* Note Emphasis will be given to issues, requirements and responsibilities of personleading and taking responsibility for Building Code Act enforcement.

[End of Powers and Duties of a Chief Building Official Syllabus]


Powers and Duties of a Registered Code Agency Syllabus, 2003









* Note Emphasis will be given to issues, requirements and responsibilities of personleading and taking responsibility for Registered Code Agency’s work.

[End of Powers and Duties of a Registered Code Agency Syllabus]


Technical Examinations

House Syllabus, 2003

1. The Building Code:


Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “House” syllabus

Part 9 – Housing and Small Buildings, as follows:

9.1. General, only:

9.1.1.1. General Scope

9.1.1.5. Proximity to Existing Above Ground Electrical Conductors

9.2. Definitions, all

9.3. Materials, Systems and Equipment, all

9.4. Structural Requirements, all

9.5. Design of Areas and Spaces, all except:

9.5.2.2. Protection of Floor Area with a Barrier-Free Path of Travel

9.5.7.4. Areas of Other Sleeping Rooms

9.5.7.5. Recreational Camps

9.5.7.6. Camps for Housing Workers

9.6. Doors, all except:

9.6.3.2. Doors to Public Water-Closet Rooms

9.6.3.3. Doors to Bathrooms

9.6.6.4. Visibility of Glass or Transparent Doors

9.7. Windows and Skylights, all except:

9.7.5. Protection of Windows in Public Areas

9.8. Stairs, Ramps, Handrails and Guards, all except:

9.8.1.3. Escalators and Moving Walkways

9.8.5.1. Curved Stairs in Exits

9.8.6.1. Ramps in a Barrier-Free Path of Travel

9.8.8.3. Guards for Floors and Ramps in Garages

9.9. Means of Egress, only:

9.9.1. Means of Egress, Scope, all

9.9.2.1. Egress from Roof Area, Podiums, Terraces, Platforms andContained Open Spaces, all

9.9.2.2. Types of Exits, all

9.9.2.3. Fire Escapes, all

9.9.2.4. Elevators, Slide Escapes and Windows, all

9.9.2.5. Purpose of Exits, all

9.9.2.8. Front Edge of Stair Treads, all

9.9.3.1. Dimensions of Means of Egress, Application, all



9.9.4.1. Fire Protection of Exits, Application, all

9.9.4.4. Openings Near Unenclosed Exit Stairs and Ramps, all

9.9.5.1. Obstructions and Hazards in Means of Egress, Application, all

9.9.6.1. Doors in a Means of Egress, Application, all

9.9.6.4. Door Sizes, only:

9.9.6.5.(2) to (5) Direction of Door Swing

9.9.6.8. Door Opening Mechanism, all

9.9.6.10. Effort Required to Open, all

9.9.8.2. Exits From Floor Area, Number of Required Exits, all

9.9.9.1. Travel Limit to Exits or Egress Doors, all

9.9.9.2. Two Separate Exits, all

9.9.9.3. Shared Egress Facilities, all

9.9.10.1. Signage, Application, all

9.9.11.1. Lighting, Application, all

9.10 Fire Protection, only:

9.10.1.1. Support of Noncombustible Construction, all

9.10.1.2. Sloped Roofs, all

9.10.2.1. Occupancy Classification, all

9.10.2.2. Custodial and Convalescent Homes, all

9.10.3.1. Fire- Resistance and Fire Protection Ratings, all

9.10.3.2. Flame-Spread Rating, all

9.10.3.3. Fire Exposure, all

9.10.4.1. Mezzanines Not Considered as Storeys, all

9.10.4.2. More Than One Level of Mezzanine, all

9.10.5. Permitted Openings in Wall and Ceiling Assemblies, all

9.10.6. Construction Types, all

9.10.7. Steel Members, all

9.10.8.7.(1) and (3) Floors of Exterior Passageways

9.10.8.9. Application to Houses, all

9.10.8.10. Part 3 as an Alternative, all

9.10.9.1. Fire Separations Between Rooms and Spaces WithinBuildings, Application, all

9.10.9.2. Continuous Barrier, all

9.10.9.3. Openings to be Protected With Closures, all

9.10.9.4. Floor Assemblies, all

9.10.9.6. Service Equipment Penetrating a Fire Separation, all

9.10.9.7. Combustible Piping, all

9.10.9.8. Collapse of Combustible Construction, all



9.10.9.9. Reduction in Thickness of Fire Separation by Beams andJoists, all

9.10.9.10. Concealed Spaces Above Fire Separations, all

9.10.9.14. Separation of Residential Suites, all

9.10.9.16. Separation of Storage Garages, all

9.10.9.19. Cental Vacuum Systems, all

9.10.10.1. Service Rooms, Application, all

9.10.11. Firewalls, all

9.10.12.4. Exterior Walls Meeting at an Angle, all

9.10.12.5. Protection of Soffits, all

9.10.13.15. Doors Between garages and Dwelling Units, all

9.10.13.16. Door Stops, all

9.10.14. Spatial Separation Between Buildings, all except:

9.10.14.7. Exterior Wall Construction for Irregular-Shaped or SkewedWalls, all

9.10.14.8. Percentage of Unprotected Openings for Irregular-Shaped orSkewed Walls, all

9.10.14.10. Open-Air Storage Garages, all

9.10.14.15. Heavy Timber and Steel Columns, all

9.10.14.16. Low Fire Load Occupancies, all

9.10.15. Fire Stops, all

9.10.16.1. Flame Spread Rating of Interior Surfaces, all

9.10.16.4. Exterior Exit Passageways, all

9.10.16.8. Light Diffusers and Lenses, all

9.10.16.10. Protection of Foamed Plastics, all

9.10.16.11. Walls and Ceilings in Bathrooms, all

9.10.16.12. Covering or Lining of Ducts, all

9.10.18. Smoke Alarms, all

9.10.19.1. Windows or Access Panels Required, all

9.10.19.2. Access to Basements, all

9.10.19.3. Fire Department Access to Buildings, all

9.10.21. Fire Protection for Gas and Electric Ranges, all

9.11. Sound Control, all

9.12. Excavation, all

9.13. Dampproofing, Waterproofing and Soil Gas Control, all

9.14. Drainage, all

9.15. Footings and Foundations, all

9.16. Slabs-on-Ground, all

9.17. Columns, all



9.18. Crawl Spaces, all

9.19. Roof Spaces, all

9.20. Above-Grade Masonry, all

9.21. Chimneys, all

9.22. Fireplaces, all

9.23. Wood-Frame Construction, all

9.24. Sheet Steel Stud Wall Framing, all except:

9.24.2.4. Openings in Fire Separations

9.24.3.7. Openings for Fire Dampers

9.25. Heat transfer, Air Leakage and Condensation Control, all

9.26. Roofing, all

9.27. Cladding, all

9.28. Stucco, all

9.29. Interior Wall and Ceiling Finishes, all

9.30. Flooring, all

9.31. Plumbing, all except:

9.31.4.5. Required Facilities at Recreational Camps and a Camp forHousing of Workers

9.34. Electrical facilities, all except:

9.34.1.3. Location of Equipment in Public Areas

9.34.1.5. Wiring and Cables

9.34.2.7. Public and Service Areas

9.34.3.1. Emergency Lighting

9.35. Garages and Carports, all

9.36. Cottages, all

9.37. Log Construction, all

9.38. Thermal Design, all

9.39. Park Model Trailers, all

9.41. Additional requirements for Change of Use, all

Part 11 – Renovation, only:

11.5. Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.C which cross-reference requirements in the remainder of the“House” syllabus

2. Supplementary Guidelines :Supplementary Guideline SG-7 - Guards for Housing and Small BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-8 - Fire and Sound Resistance of Building AssembliesSupplementary Guideline SG-9 - Requirements for Soil and Gas ControlSupplementary Guideline SG-10 - Determination of Footing Size

[End of House Syllabus]


Small Building Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Small Building” syllabus

Part 9 – Housing and Small Buildings, all except:

9.32. Ventilation, all

9.33. Heating and Air Conditioning, all

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, as follows:

3.7.4. Plumbing Facilities, all except:

3.7.4.3. Plumbing facilities for Assembly Occupancies

3.7.4.4. Plumbing Facilities for Care or Detention Occupancies

3.8. Barrier-free Design, all

3.10. Self-storage Buildings, all

3.11. Public Pools and Spas, all

3.11.A. Public Spas, all

3.13. Tents and Air-supported Structures, all

3.14. Signs, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. which cross-referencerequirements in the remainder of the “Small Building” syllabus.

2. Supplementary Guidelines

Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance RatingsSupplementary Guideline SG-7 - Guards for Housing and Small BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-8 - Fire and Sound Resistance of Building AssembliesSupplementary Guideline SG-9 - Requirements for Soil and Gas ControlSupplementary Guideline SG-10 - Determination of Footing Size

[End of Small Building Syllabus]


Large Building Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Large Building” syllabus


3.1. General - Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, all except:

3.1.13.7. Interior Finish, High Buildings

3.2. Building Fire Safety, only:

3.2.1. General (Building Fire Safety), all

3.2.2. Building Size and Construction Relative to Occupancy, all

3.2.3. Spatial Separation and Exposure Protection, all

3.2.4. Fire Alarm and Detection Systems, all

3.2.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting, all

3.2.7. Lighting and Emergency Power Systems, all

3.2.8. Mezzanines and Openings through Floor Assemblies, only:

3.2.8.1. Application (Mezzanines and Openings through FloorAssemblies), all

3.2.8.2. Exceptions to Spatial Protection, all

3.2.9. Standpipe Systems, all

3.3. Safety within Floor Areas, all

3.4. Exits, all except:

3.4.3.3. Exits from Interconnected Floor Space

3.5. Vertical Transportation, only:

3.5.3. Fire Separations (for Elevator Hoistways, Dumbwaiters and Elevator MachineRooms), all

3.5.4. Dimensions and Signs, all

3.6. Service Facilities, only:

3.6.2. Service Facilities, all

3.6.3. Vertical Service Spaces and Service Facilities, all

3.6.4. Horizontal Service Spaces and Service Facilities, all

3.7. Health Requirements, all

3.8. Barrier-Free Design, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, all

3.10 Self-Service Storage Buildings, all

3.11 Public Pools, all


3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, all

3.14. Signs, all



3.15. Additional Requirements for Change of Use, all

Part 5 – Wind, Water and Vapour Protection, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including ComplianceAlternatives listed in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and11.5.1.1.F. which cross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “LargeBuilding” syllabus.

2. Supplementary Guidelines :

Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance RatingsSupplementary Guideline SG-4 - Design, Construction and Installation of Anchorage Systems for Fixed-

Access Ladders

[End of Large Building Syllabus]


Large Building Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003Selected topics from “Large Building” syllabus plus the following




3.5. Vertical Transportation, only:

3.5.4. Dimensions and Signs, all

3.8. Barrier-Free Design, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, all

3.10 Self-Service Storage Buildings, all

3.11 Public Pools, all


3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, all

3.14. Signs, all




11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including ComplianceAlternatives listed in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and11.5.1.1.F. which cross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “LargeBuilding Advanced Standing” syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance RatingsSupplementary Guideline SG-4 - Design, Construction and Installation of Anchorage Systems for Fixed-

Access Ladders

[End of Large Building Advanced Standing Syllabus]


Complex Building Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Complex Building” syllabus

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, all



11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Complex Building” syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance RatingsSupplementary Guideline SG-3 - Measures for Fire Safety in High BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-4 - Design, Construction and Installation of Anchorage Systems for Fixed-

Access Ladders

[End of Complex Building Syllabus]


Plumbing - House Syllabus, 20031. The Building Code:


Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Plumbing - House” syllabus

Part 7 – Plumbing, all except: 7.1.5.2.(3) Floor Drains, Public Laundry, etc

7.1.6.4.(2) Separate Service, no dwelling above another

7.1.7.2.(2) Accessibility, Fixture Sanitation, Open Seat

7.2.2.4. Concealed Overflows

7.2.2.6. Trough Urinals

7.2.3.1. (2), (5), (6) and (7) Traps

7.2.3.2. Interceptors

7.2.4.2.(2) Sanitary T Fittings

7.2.10.8 Direct Flush Valves

7.2.10.9. Drinking Fountain Bubblers

7.3.4.9. Thrust Restraint of Water Service Pipes

7.4.2.3. Direct Connections

7.4.3.3. Equipment Restrictions

7.4.3.4. Floor Drain Connections

7.4.4. Treatment of Sewage and Wastes

7.4.5.1.(5) Traps for Sanitary Drainage, Grease Intercept

7.4.7.1.(8) and (9) Cleanouts Drainage, Interceptor/Food

7.4.7.2. Size and Spacing of Cleanouts, Manholes

7.4.7.3. Manholes

7.5.2.2. Horizontal Branches and Relief Vents

7.5.3.3. Yolk Vents

7.5.4.2. Venting of Interceptors

7.5.4.4. Venting of Corrosive Drain Piping and Dilution Tanks

7.5.6.1.(2) Minimum size of vent pipes, relief/circuit vents

7.5.6.4. Minimum Size of Yolk Vents

7.6.1.4. Shut-off Valves, Riser

7.6.1.6. Shut-off Valves, Suites

7.6.1.7. Shut-off Valves, Public Washroom

7.6.2.3.(4) Back Siphonage, Fire Protection System

Part 9 – Small Buildings, as follows:

9.31. Plumbing Facilities, all except:

9.31.1.1.(2) Plumbing Facilities, other than dwelling units

9.31.4.4.(4) Floor Drains, Public Laundry, etc.

9.31.4.5. Required Facilities, Recreation Camps/Housing Workers


[End of Plumbing - House Syllabus]


Plumbing - All Buildings Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Plumbing - All Buildings” syllabus

Part 2 – General Requirements, only

2.1. Application, only

2.1.1. Buildings, only

2.1.1.4. Site Assembled and Factory-Built Buildings, all

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, only

3.1. General, only

3.1.5. Noncombustible Construction, only

3.1.5.15. Combustible Piping Materials, all

3.1.5.16. Combustible Plumbing Fixtures, all

3.1.9. Building Services in Fire Separations and Fire Rated Assemblies, only

3.1.9.1. Fire Stopping of Service Penetrations, all

3.1.9.2. Combustibility of Service Penetrations, all

3.1.9.4. Combustibility of Piping Penetrations, all

3.6. Service Facilities, only

3.6.2. Service Rooms, only

3.6.2.8.(15) Electrical Equipment Vaults

3.6.4. Horizontal Service Spaces and Service Facilities, only

3.6.4.3. Plenum Requirements, all

3.7. Health Requirements, only

3.7.4. Plumbing Facilities, all

3.7.6. Food Premises, only

3.7.6.1. Application, all

3.7.6.2. Room Finishes, all

3.7.6.3. Location of Plumbing Fixtures, all

3.7.6.4. Lavatories, Appliances and Sinks, all

3.7.6.5. Hot and Cold Water Supply, all

3.7.6.6. Employee Facilities, all

3.8. Barrier-Free Design, only

3.8.2. Occupancy Requirements, only

3.8.2.3. Washrooms Required to be Barrier-Free, all

3.8.3. Design Standards, only



3.8.3.8. Water Closet Stalls, all

3.8.3.9. Water Closets, all

3.8.3.11. Lavatories, all

3.8.3.12. Special Washrooms, all

3.8.3.13. Showers, all

3.8.3.16. Drinking Fountains, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, only

3.9.3. Application, only

3.9.3.8. Washroom Facilities, all

3.10. Self-Service Storage Buildings, only

3.10.2. Requirements for All Buildings, only

3.10.2.7. Sanitary Facilities, all

3.11. Public Pools, only

3.11.8. Recirculation for Public Pools, only

3.11.8.1.(3), (7), (10) Recirculation Systems

3.11.9. Dressing Rooms, Locker Facilities, and Plumbing Facilities for all Public Pools,only

3.11.9.1.(7), (8), (11) Dressing Rooms and Sanitary Facilities

3.11A. Public Spas, only

3.11A.4. Water Circulation for Public Spas, only

3.11A.4.1. Public Spas - Circulation Systems, all

3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, only

3.12.6. Required Sanitary Facilities, all

3.12.8. Barrier-Free Design, only

3.12.8.5. Washrooms Required to be Barrier-Free, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, only

3.13.1. Tents, only

3.13.1.9. Sanitary Facilities, all


Part 7 – Plumbing, all

Part 9 – Small Buildings, only

9.10. Fire Protection, only

9.10.9. Fire Separations Between Rooms and Spaces Within Buildings, only



9.10.9.6. Service Equipment Penetrating a Fire Separation, all

9.10.9.7. Combustible Piping, all

9.31. Plumbing, all

Part 11 – Renovation, only

11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Plumbing - All Buildings”syllabus.

[End of Plumbing - All Buildings Syllabus]


HVAC - House Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “HVAC - House” syllabus

Part 6 – Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning, only:

6.1. General, all

6.2.1. Design and Installation - General, all

6.2.2.1. Required Ventilation, all

6.2.2.2 Natural Ventilation, all

6.2.2.4. Air Contaminants, all

6.2.2.7. Craw/Attic/Roof Spaces, all

6.2.4. Air Ducts for Low Capacity Systems, all

6.2.7. Unit Heaters, all

6.2.8. Radiators and Convectors, all

6.2.9. Piping for Heating and Cooling Systems, all

6.2.10. Refrigeration Systems and Equipment for Air-Conditioning, all

6.2.11. Storage Bins, all

6.3.1.1. Requirements for Venting, all

6.3.1.2.(1) Masonry or Concrete Chimney, all

Part 9 – Small Buildings, only:

9.18.3. Ventilation, all

9.25. Heat transfer, Air Leakage and Condensation Control, all

9.32. Ventilation, all

9.33. Heating and Air-Conditioning, all

9.36.2.1. Cottages Exclusions, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Table 11.5.1.1.C which cross-reference requirements in the remainder of the“HVAC - House” syllabus.

[End of HVAC - House Syllabus]


Detection Lighting and Power Syllabus, 2005



Part 1 Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Detection Lighting and Power”syllabusPart 2 General Requirements, only:

2.1. Application, only

2.1.1. Buildings, only

2.1.1.11. Energy Efficiency, all

Part 3 Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, only:

3.1. General, only

3.1.4. Combustible Construction, only

3.1.4.3. Wires and Cables, all

3.1.5. Noncombustible Construction, only

3.1.5.2. Minor Combustible Components, all

3.1.5.17. Wires and Cables, all

3.1.5.18. Elevator Cables, all

3.1.5.19. Nonmetallic Raceways, all

3.1.5.20. Wires in Computer Room Floors, all

3.1.8. Fire Separations and Closures, only

3.1.8.12. Hold-Open Devices, all

3.1.9. Building Services in Fire Separations and Fire Rated Assemblies, only


3.1.9.2. Combustibility of Service Penetrations, all

3.1.9.3. Penetration by Wires, Cables and Outlet Boxes, all

3.1.9.6. Plenums, all

3.1.13. Interior Finish, only

3.1.13.1. Interior Finish Description, all

3.1.13.2.(1), (4), (5) Flame-Spread Rating


3.1.13.6.(5), (6) Corridors

3.1.13.7.(1), (2) High Buildings

3.1.13.8. Noncombustible Construction, all

3.1.13.9. Underground Walkways, all

3.1.13.10. Exterior Exit Passageway, all

3.1.18. Above Ground Electrical Conductors, all

3.2. Building Fire Safety, only




3.2.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting, only

3.2.5.15.(2), (3), (4), (5) Sprinklered Service Space

3.2.6. Additional Requirements for High Buildings, only


3.2.6.8. Emergency Operation of Elevators, all

3.2.6.9.(6) Elevator for Use by Fire Fighters

3.2.6.12. Central Alarm and Control Facility, all

3.2.6.13. Voice Communication System, all

3.2.6.14. Protection of Electrical Conductors, all

3.2.7. Lighting and Emergency Power Systems, all except for

3.2.7.7. Fuel Supply Shut-off Valves and Exhaust Pipes, all

3.2.8. Mezzanines and Openings through Floor Assemblies, only

3.2.8.8. Fire Alarm and Detection System, all

3.2.8.9.(3), (4), (8) Smoke Control

3.2.8.10. Emergency Power Supply, all

3.2.8.11. Testing, all

3.2.9. Standpipe Systems, only

3.2.9.5. Supervisory Signal Annunciation for Valves, all

3.3. Safety within Floor Areas, only

3.3.1. All Floor Areas, only

3.3.1.2. Hazardous Substances Equipment and Processes, all

3.3.1.12.(6), (8), (9), (10), (10.1) Doors and Door Hardware

3.3.1.23. Signs in Service Spaces, all

3.3.2. Assembly Occupancy, only

3.3.2.4.(11.1)(f), (11.2)(e), (f) Aisles

3.3.2.12.(4), (5) Stages for Theatrical Performances

3.3.2.13.(1)(b) Risers for Stairs

3.3.3. Care or Detention Occupancy, only

3.3.3.7.(4)(c) Contained Use Areas

3.4. Exits, only

3.4.4. Fire Separation of Exits, only

3.4.4.4.(1) Integrity of Exits

3.4.5. Exit Signs, all

3.4.6. Types of Exit Facilities, only

3.4.6.15. Door Release Hardware, all

3.4.6.17. Emergency Access to Floor Areas, all

3.6. Service Facilities, only

3.6.1. General, only



3.6.1.1. Scope, all

3.6.2. Service Rooms, only

3.6.2.3. Service Rooms under Exits, all

3.6.2.4. Service Equipment, all

3.6.2.8.(1), (2), (5), (7), (8), (9), (10), (12), (14), (15) ElectricalEquipment Vaults

3.6.4. Horizontal Service Spaces and Service Facilities, only

3.6.4.1. Scope, all

3.6.4.3.(1) Plenum Requirements

3.7. Health Requirements, only

3.7.5. Health Care Facility Systems, only

3.7.5.1. Electrical Systems, all

3.8. Barrier-Free Design, only


3.8.1.5. Controls, all

3.8.1.6. Illumination, all

3.8.3. Design Standards, only

3.8.3.7. Assistive Listening Devices, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, only

3.9.1. Scope, only


3.9.3. Application, only

3.9.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems, all

3.10. Self-Service Storage Buildings, only

3.10.2. Requirements for All Buildings, only

3.10.2.4.(8) Safety Requirements Within Floor Areas

3.10.3. Additional Requirements for Buildings Containing more than 1 Storey, only


3.10.4. Additional Requirements for 1 Storey Buildings, only


3.11. Public Pools, only

3.11.10. Emergency Provisions for All Public Pools, all

3.11A. Public Spas, only

3.11A.5. Emergency Provisions for All Public Spas, all

3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, only

3.12.1. Scope and Definitions, all

3.12.3. Safety Requirements Within Stations, only

3.12.3.7. Emergency Lighting, all



3.12.4. Means of Egress, only

3.12.4.6.(2), (3), (4), (5) Egress Facilities

3.12.5. Fire Safety Provisions, all except for

3.12.5.10. Sprinkler Systems, all

3.12.5.11. Standpipe and Hose Systems, all

3.12.7. Emergency Ventilation, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, only

3.13.2. Air-Supported Structures, only

3.13.2.6. Emergency Air Supply, all

Part 9 Housing and Small Buildings, only

9.1. General, all except for

9.1.1.2. Signs, all

9.1.1.6. Food Premises, all

9.9. Means of Egress, only

9.9.4. Fire Protection of Exits, only

9.9.4.2.(4) Fire Separation for Exits

9.9.5. Obstructions and Hazards in Means of Egress, only

9.9.5.3. Obstructions in Public Corridors, all

9.9.5.4. Obstructions in Exits, all

9.9.5.8. Service Rooms, all

9.9.5.9. Ancillary Rooms, all

9.9.6. Doors in a Means of Egress, only

9.9.6.3. Headroom Obstructions, all

9.9.6.8. Door Opening Mechanism, all

9.9.10. Signage, all except for

9.9.10.2. Visibility of Exits, all

9.9.10.9. Floor Numbering, all

9.9.11. Lighting, all

9.10. Fire Protection, only


9.10.1.3.(1), (2), (8) Items Under Part 3 Jurisdiction

9.10.3. Ratings, only

9.10.3.2. Flame-Spread Rating, all

9.10.5. Permitted Openings in Wall and Ceiling Assemblies, only

9.10.5.1.(1), (2), (3) Permitted Openings in Wall and CeilingMembranes

9.10.9. Fire Separations Between Rooms and Spaces Within Buildings, only

9.10.9.6.(1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6) Service EquipmentPenetrating a Fire Separation



9.10.13. Doors, Dampers and Other Closures in Fire Separations, only


9.10.16. Flame Spread Limits, only


9.10.17. Alarm and Detection Systems, all


9.10.20. Fire Protection for Construction Camps, only

9.10.20.7. Smoke Detectors, all

9.33. Heating and Air-Conditioning, only

9.33.4. Carbon Monoxide Detectors, all

9.34. Electrical Facilities, all

9.36. Cottages, only


9.36.2.1.(3) Exclusions

9.36.2.4. Smoke Alarms, all

9.39. Park Model Trailers, only

9.39.3. Requirements, only

9.39.3.4. Proximity to Above Ground Electrical Conductors, all

Part 11 Renovation, all

11.5. Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B., 11.5.1.1.C., 11.5.1.1.D/E., and 11.5.1.1.F. which cross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Detection Lighting and Power” syllabus

2. Supplementary Guidelines:

Supplementary Guideline SG-1 - Guidelines for the interpretation of ASHRAE/IES 90.1

Supplementary Guideline SG-3 - Measures for Fire Safety in High Buildings

[End of Detection Lighting and Power Syllabus]


Building Services Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Building Services” syllabus

Part 2 – General Requirements, only:

2.1.1.11. Energy Efficiency, all

2.5.1.1. Climactic Design Values, all

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, only:

3.1.4.3. Combustible Construction ,Wires and Cables, all

3.1.5.14. Non combustible Buildings - Combustible Ducts, all

3.1.5.17. Non combustible Buildings - Wires and Cables, all

3.1.5.18. Non combustible Buildings - Elevator Cables, all

3.1.5.19. Non combustible Buildings - Nonmetalic Raceways, all

3.1.5.20. Non combustible Buildings - Wires in computer room floors, all

3.1.5.21. Non combustible Buildings - pool components, all

3.1.8.4. Fire dampers, Ratings, all

3.1.8.6. Fire dampers - max. Opening, all

3.1.8.7. Fire dampers, all

3.1.8.8. Fire dampers Waived, all

3.1.8.9. Fire dampers - Installation, all

3.1.9. Building Services in Fire Separations and Fire Rated Assemblies, all


3.2.5.5. Location of Access routes (fire hydrants), all

3.2.5.7. Water Supply, all

3.2.5.13. Sprinkler systems, all

3.2.5.14. Combustible sprinkler piping, all

3.2.5.15. Sprinklered service spaces, all

3.2.5.16 Fire Dept Connections, all

3.2.5.19 Fire pumps, all

3.2.6. Additional Requirements for High Buildings, all

3.2.7. Lighting and Emergency Power Systems, all

3.2.8.4.(1),(2),(3) Interconnected Floor spaces, Exits

3.2.8.5. Interconnected Floor spaces, Elevators, all



3.2.8.6. Interconnected Floor spaces Group B Sleeping Rooms, all

3.2.8.7. Interconnected Floor spaces Sprinklers, all

3.2.8.8. Fire alarm Detection System, all

3.2.8.9. Interconnected Floor spaces Smoke Control, all

3.2.8.10. Interconnected Floor spaces Emergency Power Supply, all

3.2.8.11. Interconnected Floor spaces Testing, all


3.3.1.2. Hazardous Substances, Equipment and Processes, all

3.3.1.7. Protection on Areas with Barrier-free Path of Travel- Elevators, all

3.3.1.19. Exhaust Ventilation, all

3.3.2.4.(11.2) Aisles, Dead end aisles

3.3.2.12.(5) Stages for Theatrical Performances

3.3.3.6. Protection for Special Care and Treatment Facilities, all

3.3.3.7.(4) Contained Use areas

3.3.5.4.(4) Repair and storage Garages

3.3.5.7.(3) Vestibules

3.4.4.4.(1),(4),(5) Integrity of Exits

3.4.5.1. Exit Signs, all

3.6.2.3. Service Rooms Under Exits, all

3.6.2.5.(2) Incinerator rooms

3.6.2.8. Electrical Vault, all

3.6.3.4. Exhaust Duct Negative pressure, all

3.6.4.3. Plenum Requirements, all

3.7.3.1. Ventilation Requirements, all

3.8.1.5. Controls, all

3.8.1.6. Illumination, all

3.9.3.7. Fuel Fired Appliances - Portable Classrooms, all

3.10.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems - Self Service Storage >1 storey, all

3.10.3.4. Provisions for Fire Fighting - Self Service Storage >1 storey, all

3.10.3.5. Standpipe systems - Self Service Storage >1 storey, all

3.10.4.4. Fire Alarm Systems - Self Service Storage =1 storey, all

3.10.4.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting - Self Service Storage =1 storey, all



3.11.1.1. Public Pools, Application, all

3.11.3.1.(15) Deck, Perimeter Drainage

3.11.3.1.(16),(17) Deck, Hose bibs / Foot spray

3.11.6.1.(7) Modified pools- drain fittings

3.11.7.1.(9), (10) Wave Action pools - Skimmers / DeactivationSystem

3.11.8.1. Reticulation Systems, all

3.11.9.1. Dressing Room Plumbing, all

3.11.10.1. Emergency Provisions, all

3.11.11.1. Service rooms and Storage Facilities, all

3.11A.1.1. Public Spas, Application, Scope, all

3.11A.4.1. Circulation Systems, all

3.11A.5.1. Emergency Provisions for All Public Spas, all

3.11A.6.1. Service rooms and Storage Facilities, all

3.12.5. Fire Safety Provisions, all


3.12.8.4. Emergency Operation of Elevators, all

3.13.2.6. Emergency Air Supply for Air-Supported Structures, all

Part 6 - Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning, all

Part 9 - Small Buildings, only:

9.8.3. Ventilation, Crawl Spaces, all

9.32 Ventilation, all

9.33 Heating and Air-Conditioning, all

9.36.2.1.(3),(4) Cottages, HVAC Exclusions


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Building Services” syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-1 - Guidelines for the Interpretation of ASHRAE/IES 90.1Supplementary Guideline SG-3 - Measures for Fire Safety in High Buildings

[End of Building Services Syllabus]


Building Structural Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Building Structural” syllabus

Part 2 – General Requirements, only:

2.1.1.4 Site Assembled and Factory-built Buildings, all

2.1.1.13. Building in Flood Plain, all

2.1.2.1. Designated Structures, Part 4, all

2.5.1.1. Climatic and Seismic Data, all

Part 3 - Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, only:

3.1.8.2. Combustible Construction Support, all

3.1.10.1. Prevention of Firewall Collapse, all

3.4.6.4. Handrails, all

3.6.1.5. Fixed Access Ladders, all

3.7.2.2. Window Protection in Apartment Buildings, all

3.7.4.14. Grab Bar Installation, all

3.13.1.7. Design of Framing and Supports, all

Part 4 - Structural Design, all

Part 9 - Small Buildings, only:

9.3. Materials, Systems and Equipment, all

9.4 Structural Requirements, all

9.8.7.8. Attachment of Handrails, all

9.8.8.8. Construction of Guards, all

9.8.10 Cantilevered Precast Steps, all

9.10.9.8. Collapse of Combustible Construction, all

9.12.1 Excavation, General, all

9.12.2. Excavation, Depth, all

9.12.3.4. Lateral Support of Foundation Wall, all

9.15. Footings and Foundations, all

9.16.1.2. Structural Floor Slabs, all

9.16.3.2. Slabs-on-ground, Hydrostatic Pressure, all

9.17. Columns, all

9.20. Above-Grade Masonry, all



9.21.4.5. Masonry and Concrete Chimney - Lateral Stability, all

9.22.5.2. Support of Fireplace Hearth, all

9.23. Wood-Frame Construction, all

9.24.1.1. Sheet Steel Sud Wall Framing, all

9.26.14.1. Glass Reinforced Polyester Roofing, all

9.26.17.1. Concrete Roof Tiles, all

9.30.6.3. Ceramic Tile, Reinforcement for Panel-Type Wood Sheathing,all

9.30.6.4. Ceramic Tile Applied to Mortar Bed with Adhesive, all

9.35.3. Garages and Carports, Foundations, all

9.35.4. Garages and Carports, Walls and Columns, all

9.37. Log Construction, all

9.39.1.1. Park Model Trailers, Application, all

9.39.2.1. Park Model Trailers, General, all

9.39.3.3. Park Model Trailers, Foundations and Anchorage, all

9.40. Construction of Farm Buildings, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the Building Structural syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-4 - Design, Construction and Installation of Anchorage Systems for Fixed-Access Ladders

Supplementary Guidelines SG-7 - Guards for Housing and Small BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-10 - Determination of Footing Size

[End of Building Structural Syllabus]


On-Site Sewage System Supervisor Syllabus, 1997



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “On-site Sewage System” syllabus

Part 8 - Sewage Systems, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “On-site Sewage Systems”syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-5 - Approved Sewage Treatment UnitsSupplementary Guideline SG-6 - Percolation Time and Soil Descriptions

[ End of On-Site Sewage System Supervisor Syllabus]

On-Site Sewage System Inspector Syllabus, 1997Selected topics from “On-Site Sewage System Supervisor” syllabus plus the following

as it related to the inspection of on-site sewage systems

1. The Building Code Act, all

2. The Building Code :







[ End of On-Site Sewage System Inspector Syllabus]


Fire Protection Syllabus, 2003



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Fire Protection” syllabus

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility only:

3.1.2. Classification of Buildings or Parts of Buildings by Major Occupancy, all

3.1.3. Multiple Occupancy Requirements, all

3.1.8.1. Fire Separations and Closures General Requirements, all

3.1.8.3. Continuity of Fire Separations, all

3.1.8.4. Determination of Ratings, all

3.1.8.5. Installation of Closures, all

3.1.8.10. Twenty-minute Closures, all

3.1.8.11. Self-closing Devices, all


3.1.8.13. Door Latches, all


3.1.10.2. Rating of Firewalls, all

3.1.10.3. Continuity of Firewalls, all

3.2.1.1. Exceptions in Determining Building Height, all

3.2.2.4. Buildings with Multiple Major Occupancies, all

3.2.2.5. Applicable Building Height and Area, all

3.2.2.6. Multiple Major Occupancies, all

3.2.2.7. Superimposed Major Occupancies, all

3.2.2.10. Streets, all

3.2.2.17. Sprinklers in Lieu of Roof Ratings, all

3.2.2.18. Automated Sprinkler System Required, all

3.2.2.20. to 3.2.2.83. Construction Requirements, all


3.2.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting, all

3.2.6. Additional Requirements for High Buildings, all

3.2.7.3. Emergency Lighting,, all

3.2.7.4. Emergency Power for Lighting, all

3.2.7.5. Emergency Power Supply Installation, all



3.2.7.6. Emergency Power for Hospitals, all

3.2.7.7. Fuel; Supply Shut-off Valves and Exhaust Pipes, all

3.2.7.8. Emergency Power for Fire Alarm Systems, all

3.2.7.9. Emergency Power for Building Services, all

3.2.8.4. Mezzanines and Openings through Floor Assemblies - Exits, all

3.2.8.6. Group B Sleeping Rooms, all

3.2.8.7. Sprinklers, all

3.2.8.8. Fire Alarm and Detection System, all

3.2.8.9. Smoke Control, all

3.2.8.10. Emergency Power Supply, all

3.2.8.11. Testing, all


3.3.1.1. Separation of Suites, all

3.3.1.2. Hazardous Substances, Equipment and Processes, all

3.3.1.3. Means of Egress, all

3.3.1.4. Public Corridor Separations, all

3.3.1.7. Protection of Floor Areas with a Barrier-Free Path of Travel, all

3.3.5.2. Fire Extinguishing Systems, all

3.4.2.1. Minimum Number of Exits, all

3.4.4.1. Fire-Resistance Rating of Exit Separations, all

3.4.4.4. Integrity of Exits, all

3.4.6.15. Door Release Hardware, all

3.5.4.1. Exit Signs, all

3.6.3.3. Linen and Refuse Chutes, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, only:


3.9.3.4. Provisions for Fire Fighting, all

3.9.3.5. Portable Fire Extinguishers, all

3.10. Self-Storage Buildings, only:

3.10.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems (more than 1 Storey), all

3.10.3.4. Provisions for Fire Fighting (more than 1 Storey), all

3.10.3.5. Standpipe Systems (more than 1 Storey), all



3.10.4.4. Fire Alarm Systems (1 Storey), all

3.10.4.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting (1 Storey), all

3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, only:



3.12.8.4. Emergency operation of Elevators, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, only:

3.13.1.4. Clearance to Other Structures, all

3.13.1.5. Clearance to Flammable Material, all




6.2.2.5. Hazardous Gasses, Dusts and Liquids, all

6.2.2.6. Commercial Cooking Equipment, all

Part 9 – Housing and Small Buildings, only:

9.9.4.2. Fire Separation of Exits, all

9.9.8. Exits from Floor Areas, all

9.9.10. Signage, all

9.9.11.3. Emergency Lighting, all

9.10.2. Occupancy Classification, all

9.10.17. Alarm And Detection Systems, all


9.10.19. Fire Fighting, all

9.10.20. Fire Protection for Construction Camps, only

9.10.20.7 Smoke Detectors, all


9.10.20.9. Hose Stations, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Fire Protection” syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance Ratings


Supplementary Guideline SG-3 - Measures for Fire Safety in High BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-8 - Fire and Sound Resistance of Building Assemblies

[End of Fire Protection Syllabus]


Fire Protection Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003Selected topics from “Fire Protection” syllabus plus the following



Part 1 – Scope and Definitions, all definitions referenced within the “Fire Protection” syllabus

Part 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility only:

3.2.2.7. Superimposed Major Occupancies, all

3.3.5.2. Fire Extinguishing Systems, all

3.9. Portable Classrooms, only:




3.10. Self-Storage Buildings, only:

3.10.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems (more than 1 Storey), all

3.10.3.4. Provisions for Fire Fighting (more than 1 Storey), all

3.10.3.5. Standpipe Systems (more than 1 Storey), all

3.10.4.4. Fire Alarm Systems (1 Storey), all

3.10.4.5. Provisions for Fire Fighting (1 Storey), all

3.12. Rapid Transit Stations, only:



3.12.8.4. Emergency operation of Elevators, all

3.13. Tents and Air-Supported Structures, only:

3.13.1.4. Clearance to Other Structures, all





6.2.2.5. Hazardous Gasses, Dusts and Liquids, all

6.2.2.6. Commercial Cooking Equipment, all

Part 9 – Housing and Small Buildings, only:

9.10.20.7 Smoke Detectors, all




9.10.20.9. Hose Stations, all


11.5 Compliance Alternatives and Alternative Measures, all including Compliance Alternativeslisted in Tables 11.5.1.1.A, 11.5.1.1.B, 11.5.1.1.C, 11.5.1.1.D/E, and 11.5.1.1.F. whichcross-reference requirements in the remainder of the “Fire Protection AdvancedStanding” syllabus.


Supplementary Guideline SG-2 - Fire Performance RatingsSupplementary Guideline SG-3 - Measures for Fire Safety in High BuildingsSupplementary Guideline SG-8 - Fire and Sound Resistance of Building Assemblies

[End of Fire Protection Advanced Standing Syllabus]

obc - Examination Schedule

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Examination Schedule

Background

The following table outlines the location, dates, times and status of Building Code examinations offered by the Ministry

of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The Building Code examinations are offered as part of the examination program

administered or authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing under clauses 2.16.4.1.(1)(a) and (b),

2.17.4.2.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.5.(1)(a), 2.18.3.2.(1)(a) and 2.19.3.2.(1)(a) and (b) of the Building Code.

Prospective candidates are advised to review the following documents:

● Examination Program and advanced standing policy as applicable for the type of qualification you seek

(building official, designer, on-site sewage system installer, and Registered Code Agency)

● Examination Syllabi. The topics that will be covered in each technical and legal/process qualification

examinations

Available Examinations

Candidates are currently able to apply to write the following Building Code examinations.



















http://www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca/scripts/index_.asp?action=31&U_ID=0&OP_ID=2&N_ID=4&P_ID=16189


● General Legal/Process - 2003

● Powers and Duties of CBO - 2003

● Powers and Duties of RCA - 2003

● Designer Legal/Process -2005

● House - 2003

● Small Buildings - 2003

● Large Buildings - 2003

● Complex Buildings - 2003

● HVAC-House - 2003

● Detection Lighting and Power - 2005

● Building Services - 2003

● Building Structural - 2003

● Plumbing-House - 2003

● Plumbing-All Buildings - 2003

● Fire Protection - 2003

● On-site Sewage Systems - Supervisor - 1997

● On-site Sewage Systems - Inspector - 1997

● Advanced Standing Large Buildings - 2003

● Advanced Standing Fire Protection - 2003

Download copies of the Examination Application Form and Instructions for completion to learn more about the



application process, fees and submission deadlines.

Prospective applicants should note that applications:

● Must be filed using the approved form

● You must file your application at least 21 days before the date of the examination sought.

● The ministry will send you an Examination Confirmation Notice if you are booked into your selected examination

session(s). The Examination Confirmation Notice will indicate the location, date and time of your examination,

as well as your Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) for all future references with the ministry. Note:

You must bring the Notice of Confirmation and photo identification with you on the day of your exam.

Examination Schedule

The following examination schedule is "rolling" - that is , it will be continually updated with new exam locations, dates,

and statuses (i.e. "open" to reserve a seat/exam, "pending" -expected to open soon, "full" -all seats are accounted for,

and "closed" - application date has passed.) Check this page often for new examination sites and changes in status of

posted sites.

Location Date Time Status

Northern Ontario By appointment, call (416) 585-7558

North Bay July 26, 2005 9:00 am closed




North Bay July 26, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Toronto July 29, 2005 9:00 am closed

Toronto July 29, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Vaughan Aug 2, 2005 9:00 am closed

Vaughan Aug 2, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Niagara Aug 3, 2005 9:00 am closed

Niagara Aug 3, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Elliot Lake Aug 4, 2005 10:00 am closed

Whitby Aug 4, 2005 9:00 am closed

Whitby Aug 4, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Windsor Aug 5, 2005 9:00 am closed



Windsor Aug 5, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Toronto Aug 8, 2005 9:00 am closed

Toronto Aug 8, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Chapleau Aug 9, 2005 10:00 am closed

Kirkland Lake Aug 11, 2005 10:00 am closed

Mississauga Aug 15, 2005 9:00 am closed

Mississauga Aug 15, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Sioux Lookout Aug 15, 2005 10:00 am closed

London Aug 17, 2005 9:00 am closed

London Aug 17, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Chatham Aug 18, 2005 9:00 am closed



Chatham Aug 18, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Oro-Medonte Aug 18, 2005 9:00 am closed

Oro-Medonte Aug 18, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Sudbury Aug 18, 2005 9:00 am closed

Sudbury Aug 18, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Kingston Aug 19, 2005 9:00 am closed

Kingston Aug 19, 2005 1:00 pm closed

Barrie Aug 22, 2005 9:00 am open

Barrie Aug 22, 2005 1:00 pm open

Hanover Aug 22, 2005 9:00 am open

Hanover Aug 22, 2005 1:00 pm open



North Bay Aug 23, 2005 9:00 am open

North Bay Aug 23, 2005 1:00 pm open

Cornwall Aug 26, 2005 9:00 am open

Cornwall Aug 26, 2005 1:00 pm open

Kitchener Aug 26, 2005 9:00 am open

Kitchener Aug 26, 2005 1:00 pm open

Scarborough Aug 29, 2005 9:00 am open

Scarborough Aug 29, 2005 1:00 pm open

Toronto Aug 29, 2005 9:00 am open

Toronto Aug 29, 2005 1:00 pm open

Vaughan Aug 29, 2005 9:00 am open



Vaughan Aug 29, 2005 1:00 pm open

Ottawa Aug 31, 2005 9:00 am open

Ottawa Aug 31, 2005 1:00 pm open

Chapleau Sept 7, 2005 10:00 am open

Kitchener Sept 12, 2005 9:00 am open

Kitchener Sept 12, 2005 1:00 pm open

Windsor Sept 12, 2005 9:00 am open

Windsor Sept 12, 2005 1:00 pm open

Ottawa Sept 14, 2005 9:00 am open

Ottawa Sept 14, 2005 1:00 pm open

Thunder Bay Sept 15, 2005 9:00 am open



Thunder Bay Sept 15, 2005 1:00 pm open

Hanover Sept 19, 2005 9:00 am open

Hanover Sept 19, 2005 1:00 pm open

Toronto Sept 19, 2005 9:00 am open

Toronto Sept 19, 2005 1:00 pm open

London Sept 22, 2005 9:00 am open

London Sept 22, 2005 1:00 pm open

Mississauga Sept 23, 2005 9:00 am open

Mississauga Sept 23, 2005 1:00 pm open

Hamilton Sept 27, 2005 9:00 am open

Hamilton Sept 27, 2005 1:00 pm open



Scarborough Sept 27, 2005 9:00 am open

Scarborough Sept 27, 2005 1:00 pm open

Cornwall Sept 28, 2005 9:00 am open

Cornwall Sept 28, 2005 1:00 pm open

Sault Ste. Marie Sept 28, 2005 1:00 pm open

Vaughan Sept 29, 2005 9:00 am open

Vaughan Sept 29, 2005 1:00 pm open

Windsor Oct 3, 2005 9:00 am open

Windsor Oct 3, 2005 1:00 pm open

Ottawa Oct 6, 2005 9:00 am open

Ottawa Oct 6, 2005 1:00 pm open



Kitchener Oct 7, 2005 9:00 am open

Kitchener Oct 7, 2005 1:00 pm open

Peterborough Oct 7, 2005 9:00 am open

Peterborough Oct 7, 2005 1:00 pm open

Toronto Oct 11, 2005 9:00 am open

Toronto Oct 11, 2005 1:00 pm open

Oro-Medonte Oct 13, 2005 9:00 am open

Oro-Medonte Oct 13, 2005 1:00 pm open

Hanover Oct 17, 2005 9:00 am open

Hanover Oct 17, 2005 1:00 pm open

London Oct 20, 2005 9:00 am open



London Oct 20, 2005 1:00 pm open

Mississauga Oct 21, 2005 9:00 am open

Mississauga Oct 21, 2005 1:00 pm open

Hamilton Oct 25, 2005 9:00 am open

Hamilton Oct 25, 2005 1:00 pm open

Scarborough Oct 25, 2005 9:00 am open

Scarborough Oct 25, 2005 1:00 pm open

Cornwall Oct 26, 2005 9:00 am open

Cornwall Oct 26, 2005 1:00 pm open

Vaughan Oct 26, 2005 9:00 am open

Vaughan Oct 26, 2005 1:00 pm open



Toronto Oct 31, 2005 9:00 am open

Toronto Oct 31, 2005 1:00 pm open

Check this page often for new examination sites and changes in status of

posted sites.

● Contact North Examination Sites























FormE(0305) Page 1 of 1

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Examination Application

To be used by persons required to complete the examination program administered or authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. See clauses 2.16.4.1.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.5.(1)(a), 2.18.3.2.(1)(a) and 2.19.3.2.(1)(a) and (b) of the Building Code. Use one form for each Building Code qualification examination you are applying to write. See instructions for more information on completing this form.

Personal information contained in this application form is collected under the authority of clauses 2.16.4.1.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.5.(1)(a), 2.18.3.2.(1)(a) and 2.19.3.2.(1)(a) and (b) of the Building Code and will be used in the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Building Code. Questions about the collection of personal information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Flr., Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666.

1) Which examination are you applying to write? (Check one box only. For categories in which Advanced Standing examinations are offered, check the box marked AS if you wish to write the Advanced Standing examination). Technical Examinations Legal/Process

House Small Buildings Large Buildings AS Large Buildings Complex Buildings

Detection, Lighting and Power HVAC – House Building Services Plumbing – House Plumbing – All Buildings

On-site Sewage Systems -Inspector On-site Sewage Systems -Supervisor Fire Protection AS Fire Protection Building Structural

General Chief Building Official Registered Code Agent Designer Legal/Process

2) Select an Examination Location, Examination Date and Examination Time (21 days notice required)

Choice Location Date Time 1 2 3

3) Applicant Information Last Name

First Name Middle Initial

Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) (if you are a first time applicant, you will not have a BCIN) Residence AddressStreet Name Suite Number

Lot/con

City

Province Postal Code Country

Home Telephone ( ) Business Telephone ( )

E-mail Address

Residential Mailing Address (if different from above) Street Name Suite Number

Lot/con

City


4) Correspondence Options Official Notices required under the Building Code will be sent by regular letter mail to the applicant’s address (or mailing address, if different). I wish to receive elective correspondence by: Letter mail E-mail (please ensure this field is completed in section 3) 5) Fee – $80.00 per examination. No refund for cancelled, missed or unsuccessful examinations. Payment Option 1 – Credit Card: Visa or Mastercard or AMEX (circle one) Payment Option 2 – Certified Cheque or Money Order Name of Cardholder Card Number

Expiry

Amount $80.00 Signature of Cardholder

Payable to: Minister of Finance Mail to: Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay St. 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Fax application to (416) 585-7531

6) Signature I understand that this is an application only and that I will be contacted to confirm my attendance. Furthermore, I understand the $80.00 examination fee is non-refundable for cancelled, missed or unsuccessful examinations and is non-transferable. Date:_______________________dd/mm/yyyy Signature:___________________________________________________________

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Examination Application – Instructions for Completion Please read the following information carefully before filling in the application form. Under the Building Code Act, 1992, (Act) and the Building Code, certain building practitioners are subject to qualification requirements and must successfully complete the examination program administered or authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. This form is the application to take the examinations. 1) Which examination are you applying to write? Choose one category only. If you wish to apply to write more than one examination, you must complete a separate application. Those wishing to apply for advanced standing or write an advanced standing exam, must complete the advanced standing examination application form which can be found on the Ontario Building Code website at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca under the section “Licensing and Registration”. You may refer to Table 2.20.2.1.of the Building Code for a description of the various categories under the Technical Examinations. For Fire Protection, see clause 2.16.4.1.(1)(b). Legal/Process examinations test knowledge of the Building Code Act, 1992, and the powers and duties of the examinee under the Act. 2) Select an examination site and exam time. Visit www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for information on examination times and locations or contact the Coordinator, Registration, 777 Bay St. 2nd Flr. Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Tel. (416) 585-6666 Fax. (416) 585-7531. Fill in the information in this section in order of preference. You must file your application at least 21 days before your preferred examination date(s). You should note that this is an application only and you will be contacted to confirm the location, date and time of your examination session. 3) Applicant Information This information is necessary to contact you to confirm your attendance for an examination and send you correspondence in regards to your qualifications under the Building Code. You must bring the Notice of Confirmation and photo identification with you on the day of your exam. You will receive a Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) after your first transaction with the Ministry. 4) Correspondence Options Official Notices required under the Building Code will be sent by regular letter mail to the applicants address. However, you may choose to receive elective correspondence by either letter mail or e-mail by checking the appropriate box. 5) Fees The fee per examination is $80.00 and is payable by credit card, certified cheque, or money order. Certified cheques and money orders are payable to the Minister of Finance. Please note that this fee is nontransferable and non-refundable if you cancel, miss or are not successful at your examination. An electronic examination application form is expected to be made available in late 2003. There will be a reduced fee of $70.00 for those submitting an application on-line. Please continue to visit the building code website for new information about the electronic application. 6) Signature This form must be signed and dated by the applicant for examination. Please send your completed Examination Application and payment of fee to:

Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5

If payment is made by credit card, the Examination Application may be sent by fax to: (416) 585-7531. Examination sites are required to meet minimum accessibility standards. In addition, reasonable testing accommodation will be granted for candidates who have a disability and who can provide appropriate documentation of the effect of their disability on the ability to take Qualification examinations under standard conditions. Please refer to the Testing Accommodation policy on the website for information about testing accommodation and the procedure for requesting accommodation, including the information which must accompany the request. Please note that a request for testing accommodation (together with all of the required information) must be submitted with the examination. You should visit our website for the following additional information: • Syllabus containing the examination content • Examination Policies • Questions about the process Disponible en français

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Testing Accommodation Policy

Examination Program – Testing Accommodation

1.0 POLICY STATEMENT

The Building and Development Branch of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, is committed to making its

Examination Program accessible to candidates. The Branch will grant reasonable testing accommodation for candidates

who have a disability and who can provide appropriate documentation of the effect of their disability on the ability to

take examinations under standard conditions. This policy recognizes that it is the candidate’s responsibility to identify

the nature of the accommodation required. Notwithstanding the provision of testing accommodation, all candidates

must satisfy the requirements for qualification and all accommodations must respect the dignity of candidates while

preserving the integrity of the examination.

2.0 PURPOSE

2.1 To ensure that examinations are administered in an appropriate manner that provides fair measurement of the

scores for each test taker.



















2.2 To be consistent with the Government of Ontario’s commitment to increasing accessibility, independence and

opportunity for persons with disabilities.

2.3 To provide candidates with equal treatment with respect to services, goods and facilities without discrimination

because a disability.

3.0 DEFINITIONS

3.1 Accommodation(s) – A change to the administration of an examination to allow appropriate measurement of the

examination candidate’s knowledge of the Building Code and/or the Building Code Act, 1992.

3.2 Disability(ties) – The Ontario Human Rights Code defines disability as,

a) any degree of physical disability, infirmity, malformation or disfigurement that is caused by bodily

injury, birth defect or illness and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes diabetes

mellitus, epilepsy, a brain injury, any degree of paralysis, amputation, lack of physical co-ordination,

blindness or visual impediment, deafness or hearing impediment, muteness or speech impediment, or

physical reliance on a guide dog or other animal or on a wheelchair or other remedial appliance or

device,

b) a condition of mental impairment or a developmental disability,

c) a learning disability, or a dysfunction in one or more of the processes involved in understanding or

using symbols or spoken language,

d) a mental disorder, or

e) an injury or disability for which benefits were claimed or received under the insurance plan



established under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997; (“handicap”)

3.3 Qualified Medical Professional – May include the following: medical doctor, psychiatrist, nurse practitioner,

registered nurse, chiropractor, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, optometrist/ophthalmologist, dentist,

pharmacist, audiologist, or psychologist.

4.0 TYPES OF ACCOMMODATIONS

Requested accommodation may include:

● Testing time (e.g., extension, rest breaks for medication or snacks etc.)

● Physical Environment (e.g., barrier-free test center, enhanced lighting etc.)

● Test Design (e.g., larger print test booklets and answer sheets, changes to background and foreground colours

of test booklets and answer sheets etc.)

● Assistance (e.g., writer, recorder, interpreter, reader; to be supplied by the Building and Development

Branch.)

● Other, as appropriate

5.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Persons seeking testing accommodation to write examinations are required to submit their request in writing, no later

than thirty (30) days before the examination sitting, to:

Registration Coordinator

Building and Development Branch

Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing

777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor



Toronto, ON M5G 2E5

Fax: (416) 585-7531

Requests for testing accommodation must include a current (within three (3) years) letter of support from a qualified

medical professional:

a) affirming the existing of the disability,

b) describing the functional limitations resulting from the disability, and

c) stating the specific accommodations necessary to take the examination (i.e., if additional testing

time is requested, the precise amount of additional time required must be specified). The document

must be written on official letterhead and signed by the qualified medical professional.

Candidates are advised to retain copies of materials submitted as the request and supporting documentation will not be

returned.

6.0 CHECKLIST

The Branch will use the following checklist when reviewing requests for special accommodation:

1. Is the documentation from a qualified medical professional?

___ Yes ___ No

2. Is the documentation current (i.e., within three (3) years)?

___ Yes ___ No

3.

Does the documentation affirm the existence of the disability)?



___ Yes ___ No

4. Does the documentation describe the functional limitations resulting from the disability)?

___ Yes ___ No

5. Does the documentation state the specific accommodations necessary to take the examination)?

___ Yes ___ No

6. Is the letter of support from the qualified medical professional typed or printed on official letterhead and signed

by a qualified medical professional)?

___ Yes ___ No

7. Does the documentation of the disability adequately support the testing accommodations requested)?

___ Yes ___ No






















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Candidate Protocol

Examination Program - Candidate Protocol

1.0 General

1.1 An examination candidate must apply for an examination using the Examination Application at least 3 weeks in

advance of the examination date. No applications will be accepted within 3 weeks of the examination date.

Examinations are non-transferable.

1.2 Candidates will receive an Admission Letter informing them of the acceptance of their application and

confirming the following information regarding their examination:

● Examination Name;

● Exam Language (English or French)

● Location;

● Date;

● Start time; and

● Specification of applicable Testing Accommodations



















1.3 Candidates must be present at the examination 30 minutes prior to the examination start time in order to sign-

in with the Invigilator.

1.4 Candidates must show at least one piece of recent government-issued identification bearing a photograph and

signature, and their Admission Letter in order to receive an examination package containing their examination papers

and materials.

1.5 The examination packages are to be left unopened until otherwise instructed by the Invigilator.

1.6 Each examination is 3 hours in length and contains 75 multiple-choice questions, except for the On-Site

Sewage – Inspector examination which is 2 ½ hours and contains 60 questions, and the On-Site Sewage – Supervisor

which is 2 hours and contains 50 questions.

1.7 Each multiple-choice question contains a choice between four possible answers, of which the candidate is to

select the best answer.

1.8 The examination is open-book. Candidates may bring only the following:

● Building Code Act, 1992, as amended by the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2002

● Ontario Building Code, 1997 (O.Reg. 403/97) as amended by O.Reg. 305/03

● Supplementary Guidelines to the Ontario Building Code, 1997 as amended to September, 2003 (where

referenced in an examination syllabus)

● The Code and Guide for Plumbing 1997 (O.Reg 403/97), as amended by O.Reg. 305/03 (where applicable)

● Code & Guide for Sewage Systems 1997 as amended to September, 2003 (where applicable)

1.9 Candidates are expected to bring their own non-programmable calculator. Laptop computers and CD-ROM



versions of the Ontario Building Code are prohibited for use during the examination session.

1.10 All material required to write the examination will be supplied in the examination package. Each candidate will

be given:

● An examination booklet;

● Answer sheet;

● Pencil; and

● Eraser.

1.11 All material supplied to a candidate must be returned at the completion of the examination.

1.12 Candidates may NOT use any other items than those listed above during the examination, including:

● Any unauthorised book, manuscript, manual, circular or similar document; and

● Electronic communication devices (including, but not limited to, cell phones, pagers, Blackberrys, and PDAs)

1.13 All electronic communication devices must be turned off throughout the examination.

1.14 Candidates will be asked to place their personal effects under their chairs prior to the commencement of the

examination and until their examination is complete. Neither the Invigilator nor the Building and Development Branch

of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs are responsible for lost, stolen or misplaced articles.

1.15 Candidates that complete their examination prior to 15 minutes before the end of the examination period may

hand in their examination package to the Invigilator and fill out the sign-out sheet prior to leaving the examination

room.



1.16 Candidates are not permitted to leave the examination room in the last 15 minutes of the examination.

Candidates who complete their work during the last 15 minutes must remain quietly seated until the Invigilator

announces the end of the examination period.

1.17 The Invigilator will collect the examination packages at the end of the session and require each candidate to fill

out the sign-out sheet. Candidates are to remain seated until dismissed and are NOT to hand-in their examination and

materials during the last 15 minutes of the examination period.

2.0 Testing Accommodations

2.1 Candidates should refer to Examination Program – Testing Accommodations if candidates have a disability that

requires special accommodation.

2.2 Candidates that require the use of a translator, interpreter or reader should contact the Building and

Development Branch no later than thirty (30) days before the examination sitting

3.0 Misconduct

3.1 The Invigilator may require a candidate to leave the examination if, in the opinion of the Invigilator, that

candidate’s conduct is disturbing to other candidates or is disrupting the smooth progress of the examination. This

includes:

● Communicating with other candidates during the examination period;

● Passing calculators or other materials to other candidates during the examination period; and

● Smoking, eating or drinking during the examination period.

3.2 Candidates will be assigned a Fail mark and may not re-write that particular examination until the candidate

has re-registered, paid the fee and six months has elapsed, if they do any of the following:



● Cheat;

● Mark up their Building Code and/or Supplementary Guidelines during the examination period;

● Use unauthorized materials; or

● Impersonate an examination candidate.

4.0 During the Examination

4.1 Candidates are to leave their identification on their desk throughout the duration of the examination.

4.2 Should a candidate claim that the examination supplied is not the examination they registered for, the

candidate may write the examination supplied or may elect not to write and re-register for another examination. The

re-registration fee will be waived if Ministry of Municipal Affairs supplied an erroneous examination.

4.3 Time will be called out at the end of 1 hour, 2 hours, as well as when 15 minutes are remaining in the

allocated examination period.

4.4 No candidate is permitted to enter the examination room after the commencement of the examination

4.5 Candidates wishing to leave from the room to use the washroom must raise their hand and have their papers

collected by the Invigilator. Their papers will be returned upon their return. Additional time will not be allocated for

the time the candidate was away. If, in the Invigilator's opinion, examination security has not been maintained, the

candidate's examination will be stopped.

4.6 Only one candidate will be permitted to be temporarily out of the examination room at any particular time.

4.7 Candidates are not permitted to be temporarily out of the examination room during the last 45 minutes of the



examination period.

4.8 When so instructed, candidates MUST stop writing and await the Invigilator to collect the examination

material. Failure to do so may result in a Fail mark.

5.0 Failed or Missed Examinations

5.1 If a candidate fails an examination, the candidate may apply to retake the examination. Candidates must

reapply for the examination and pay the full examination fee for all examinations that are retaken as a result of failure.

5.2 If a candidate cannot attend a scheduled examination due to an illness, the candidate must notify the Building

and Development Branch prior to the date of the examination with a letter from a qualified medical professional.

5.3 If a candidate misses an examination without notifying the Building and Development Branch, the candidate

will be identified as a “No Show” on the Ministry’s register and will forfeit the examination fee. The candidate may

reapply for the examination and repay the examination fee.

6.0 After the Examination

6.1 An Examination Results Letter will be issued to all candidates who complete the examination. Completion

status will not be disclosed by telephone, e-mail or in person.

6.2 Candidates may take an examination more than once; but must reapply each time with proper advance notice

of 3 weeks.
























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Writing Successful Examinations

Tips to help you prepare for and write your exams

Writing exams is an important step in the process of obtaining your provincial qualification. As you are well aware, in

addition to the legal/process examination, you must also successfully complete the technical examination(s) based on

the building types you are involved with within your practice.

The following tips are aimed at helping you study and include valuable advice for making the most of your exam

sessions.

Please keep in mind; you alone can determine your chances for success. Among all the advice offered in this paper,

adopt the suggestions that fit you best and adapt them according to your strengths and weaknesses.

Preparing for the Exam:

Before The Exam

● Be well prepared for the exam. Include as much self-testing in your review as possible.

● Get a good night's sleep. Arriving at the exam center rested and alert is one of the best ways to prepare for




















the exam.

● Double-check the time of the exam and the location.

● The night before the exam make sure you collect all the material you will need for the exam. Bring all the

necessary materials:

❍ Building Code Act, 1992, as amended by the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, 2002 effective

July 1, 2005

❍ Ontario Building Code, 1997 (O.Reg. 403/97) as amended by O.Reg. 305/03 effective July 1, 2005

❍ Supplementary Guidelines to the Ontario Building Code, 1997 as amended to September, 2003 (where

referenced in an examination syllabus)

❍ The Code and Guide for Plumbing 1997 (O.Reg 403/97), as amended by O.Reg. 305/03 (where

applicable) effective July 1, 2005

❍ Code & Guide for Sewage Systems 1997 as amended to September, 2003 (where applicable)

❍ A non-programmable calculator

● Bring your Admission Letter and get to the exam 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the exam.

● Ensure you know the exact location of the exam center, how you plan to get there, and where you will park;

the last thing you need is the extra tension that comes from worrying about being late for the exam.

● Read the Candidate Protocol.

● Choose a seat in the room that is as far away from likely distractions as possible.

● Try to relax. Being relaxed will help you concentrate on the task ahead and help you overcome your worries.

● Wear comfortable clothes and bring a sweater/jacket. Exam rooms can be too hot or too cold. You can't

change the room but you can put on or remove extra layers of clothing.

● Bring an accurate watch. The invigilator will post the time during the exam but be prepared also.

● Avoid talking directly about the exam with people who are also about to write.



● Listen carefully to all instructions given by the invigilator, and follow any procedures given to ensure the

success of the assessment process.

● Preview the whole exam before you start to write. Read the directions very carefully.

● As you work on the exam, focus only on the exam, not on what others are doing. If you feel anxious during

the exam, take a few minutes to calm yourself down. Stretch your arms and legs, take a few slow deep

breaths, do some positive internal self-talk. If the exam is more difficult than you anticipated, try to focus and

simply give it your best effort. The passing grade is 70%.

During the Exam:

Strategies in Answering Multiple Choice Questions

Multiple-choice questions ask you for fine distinctions between correct and nearly correct options. These distinctions

not only deal with Recognition, but also involve the thinking processes of Synthesis, Analysis, and Application. Multiple-

choice questions are made up of three key components:

● The STEM which states the problem or question to be answered,

● The CORRECT ANSWER which is one of the four possible choices representing the only correct response or

best response.

● The DISTRACTORS which are the remaining options. These options may be plausible, but are either incorrect

or not the 'best' possible answer.

A Checklist of Do’s & Don'ts in Answering Multiple Choice Questions:

● Read through each question completely and carefully. Avoid jumping to any conclusions about what you think

the question is asking.

● If you know the answer to a question, mark it on the answer sheet and move on.



● If you are unable to make a choice and need to spend more time with the question, or if you answered the

question but are not sure that you made the correct choice, circle or put a big “?” beside that question in the

exam booklet, so you can come back to it later.

● Avoid getting bogged down on one question part way through the exam. It is much better to move on and

finish all of the questions that you can answer and then come back later to address the problematic questions.

For such problematic questions, if you do not know the answer, re-check the stem of the question; narrow your

choices by eliminating any alternatives that you know are not correct. If two options still look equally

appealing, compare each to the stem of the question, making sure that the one you eventually choose answers

what is asked. If you are still not sure, make an educated guess (there is no penalty for wrong answers).

● Some individuals prefer to transfer all their responses to the answer sheet at the same time, once they have

answered all the questions on the exam. Others prefer to mark their choice on the answer sheet as they go

along. Regardless of which method you select, be sure that you have filled the necessary parts and appropriate

bubbles on your answer sheet carefully in pencil! A multiple-choice exam offers you no opportunity for "partial

credit." If you filled the wrong bubble, your answer is 100% wrong.

● Check often to ensure you are recording your answers in the right spots. For example, the scanner will not

know that you made a mistake early on in answering Question #22 in the space for Question #23, and all your

subsequent answers are the right answers but recorded in the wrong spots!

● Be very careful not to make any stray marks on the answer sheet used to record your answers. The scanner

cannot distinguish between an accidental mark and one filled in as the answer. When the scanner detects two

marks, it assumes the answer is incorrect. Then look over the questions again, change an answer only if you

can logically justify the change.

● Don't use the same alternative (e.g. 'b') every time you guess the answer to a question you are unsure of.

Eliminate any obviously incorrect alternatives and make an educated guess from those choices remaining.



● Don't pick your answer based on any apparent or suspected pattern of responses. For example, don't eliminate

alternative 'c' just because you answered 'c' in the previous three responses.

● Don't try to determine whether there is any pattern to correct answers.

● Don't dismiss an alternative because it seems too obvious or too simple an answer. If you are well prepared

for the exam, some of the questions will appear very straightforward to you.

● Take the time to check your work before you hand in your exam booklet and the answer sheet.

● Return all material as instructed by the invigilator.

GOOD LUCK!






















Sample Consolidated Test March 2005 Page 1

Building Code Qualification ExaminationSample Examination

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ITEM Page

Sample examination - Table of Contents ..................................................................... 1Sample examination (cover sheet) .............................................................................. 2Sample general, CBO and RCA legal questions ......................................................... 3Sample house/small building questions .................................................................... 6Sample large buildings/complex buildings questions .................................................. 8Sample large building advanced standing questions ..................................................... 12Sample fire protection questions ................................................................................. 14Sample fire protection advanced standing questions ................................................... 17Sample building structural questions ........................................................................... 20Sample HVAC - house/building service questions ...................................................... 24Sample detection lighting and power questions ............................................................. 26Sample plumbing - house/plumbing - all buildings questions ...................................... 28Answer key and primary code references for sample questions .................................... 32

Note:

1. This document contains sample examination questions adapted from the examination question pools used to produce individual Building Code examinations.

2. Candidates should refer to the Building Code website, www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca, for important documents including relevant Examination Programs, Examination Syllabi, and Candidate Protocol.

3. The sample examination is divided into several topics. Each topic contains sample questions from one or more examination/qualification categories. Not all sample questions apply to each examination. Candidates should refer to the appropriate Examination Syllabus to determine which questions apply to a specific category.

Sample Consolidated Test Question Bank March 2005 Copyright Queens Printer 2004


Building Code Qualification ExaminationSample Examination (cover sheet)

INSTRUCTIONS - READ CAREFULLY!

Candidate's Full Name: ________________________________________________

Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) : _____________________________

Date of Examination: ________________________________________________

1. DO NOT OPEN this examination until directed to do so by the proctor.

2. You may use only the following during this examination: - The 1992, Building Code Act, 1997 Ontario Building Code and Supplementary Guidelines as amended to reflect the changes introduced by the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act (formerly Bill 124) and O.Reg 305/03 - Non-programmable calculator Note: electronic versions of reference material are not permitted.

3. This examination contains 75 multiple choice questions. Each question carries equal weight. (Note: Some examinations are divided into sections. In these cases, the total score is based on the sum of the score obtained in each section.)

4. The pass mark for this examination is 70%.

5. Read each question and option carefully, then select the single best answer by filling in the letter bubble on the machine scoring answer sheet. Make sure the question number and your choice correspond to the correct location on the machine scoring answer sheet.

6. Use only the pencil provided.

7. You have three (3) hours to complete the examination. Attempt to answer all of the questions. There is no penalty for selecting a wrong answer.

8. This examination paper must be turned in with your machine scoring answer sheet. Make sure your name is entered on both this examination paper and the machine scoring answer sheet. Failure to do so may lead to your examination results not being accepted.

9. Examination candidates must abide by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs' examination program candidate protocol.



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(Not all Questions Apply to Each Examination - Refer to Syllabi)

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1. According to the Building Code Act, when a chief building official issues a Stop WorkOrder, the order is effective from the time it is:

posted on the sitemade by the chief building officialdelivered by a building inspector or an authorized person served on the affected persons

A.B.C.D.

2. According to Section 13 of the Building Code Act, the authority to make an Order ToUncover lies with the:

inspector who exercises his or her powers under Section 18 of the Building CodeActinspector who is responsible for the inspection of the construction of the buildingchief building official or registered code agencyinspector who is responsible for the inspection of the plumbing system

A.

B.C.D.

3. According to Section 15.11 of the Building Code Act, when a person is required by theAct to have qualifications and meet the requirements of the building code, it is anoffence to:

appoint a registered code agency without the authorization of a principal authorityprovide a design in respect of the construction of a building or a class of buildingsdesign a building without the services of an architect, professional engineer or bothrepresent that she/he has the qualifications if the person does not possess them

A.B.C.D.

4. If while reviewing a design accompanying an application for a permit, the chief buildingofficial has reason to believe the architects act is being contravened, the matter may bereferred to the:

Ontario Association of ArchitectsSolicitor GeneralSuperior Court of JusticeBuilding Code Commission

A.B.C.D.



5. Article 2.4.5.3 of the building code requires that when an inspector is called to conductan inspection for the readiness to construct footings, a site inspection must beundertaken within:

10 days5 days2 days7 days

A.B.C.D.

6. According to Subsection 2.4.5. of the building code, when dealing with the constructionof a motel, a prescribed notice is required for the substantial completion of:

an emergency stop system for a public poolfire access routesinterior finishesexterior cladding

A.B.C.D.

7. Which of the following structures must be designed in accordance with Part 4 of thebuilding code?

a pedestrian bridge in a public park located over a creekan outdoor pool that is structurally supported by a retaining wall, if it is located in therear yard of a single house a 3 m high retaining wall supporting a portion of a retail mall's parking lota 1 m high retaining wall supporting a portion of a retail mall's parking lot, that islocated adjacent to a public park

A.B.

C.D.

8. According to the building code, the construction of a two storey supermarket with abuilding area of 400 m2 is governed by Article:

2.1.1.5.2.1.1.4.2.1.1.3.2.1.1.2.

A.B.C.D.

9. According to Section 2.22. of the building code, when a principal authority enters intoagreement with a registered code agency, that agreement may:

NOT contain additional provisions not listed in the coderequire that the municipality assist the agency upon request by the agencycontain additional provisions not listed in the code and shall NOT include functionsfor which the agency is not registeredcontain additional provisions not listed in the code

A.B.C.

D.



10. Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the construction index of anexisting building to be renovated under the authority of Part 11 of the building code?

the presence of sprinklersthe fire-resistance rating of floor assembliesthe fire-resistance rating of the roof assemblythe type of construction

A.B.C.D.

11. Article 2.19.3.2. of the building code states that to register or renew a registration of aregistered code agency, the applicant or registered person must have:

an appropriate number of staff for the anticipated volume of worka history of acceptable and competent work, business experience and ethicsa valid business licenceinsurance required under Subsection 2.21.2. for the term of the registration

A.B.C.D.

12. According to Article 2.22.5.2. of the building code, after a registered code agencyissues an Order, the agency must prepare a report containing:

a copy of the order, whom it was issued to, the date and how it was served, howand when the order was complied withall site inspection reports undertaken by the registered code agencywhatever information is requested by the principal authoritywhatever information is requested by the Director

A.

B.C.D.

13. Article 2.4.1.1B. of the building code requires that, within specific time frames, the chiefbuilding official either must issue a building permit or refuse to issue a permit andprovide the reasons why the permit is not being issued.

For a one storey fire station with a building area of 325 m2, that time frame is set at:

15 days10 days30 days20 days

A.B.C.D.



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14. The minimum required number of water closets for an office having an occupant loadof 60 is:

three water closets for each sexsix water closets to serve both sexestwo water closets to serve both sexesfour water closets for each sex

A.B.C.D.

15. Consider a solid, reinforced concrete floor slab required to have a 1.5 h fire-resistancerating and using Type S concrete. According to Section 2.2.1. of SG-2, the minimumconcrete cover over the reinforcement in the slab is:

25 mm112 mm20 mm89 mm

A.B.C.D.

16. According to Article 9.10.3.2. of the building code, and SG-2, what is the assignedflame-spread rating for 11 mm interior grade, unfinished Douglas Fir plywood?

3001.5150100

A.B.C.D.

17. Part 9 of the building code does NOT apply to which of the following occupancies?

Group EGroup DGroup F, Division 2Group B, Division 2

A.B.C.D.



18. Sentence 9.10.9.11.(1) of the building code requires a fire separation between adwelling unit and a business and personal services occupancy to have a fire-resistancerating of not less than 1 h. From Table 8.2 in the Supplementary Guidelines (SG-8),select the construction detail that complies with the required fire-resistance rating andthe sound transmission class rating.

F1aF4aF5aF6a

A.B.C.D.

19. According to Sentence 9.20.12.3.(1) of the building code, the allowable projection of 90 mm thick masonry veneer beyond the face of a supporting foundation wall is:

30 mm25 mm12 mmmasonry veneers are not permitted to project beyond the supporting foundation wall

A.B.C.D.

20. The unfinished basement of an existing Part 9 dwelling unit is being converted to a 800m2 office suite. The existing building is more than five (5) years old. New fireseparations between the old dwelling and the new office are being provided, as well asa new exit leading from the office suite to the exterior.

According to Article 11.5.1.1. of the building code, the minimum permitted headroomclearance below beams that run in any part of the access to exit within this office suiteis:

1 980 mm2 000 mm2 100 mm1 950 mm

A.B.C.D.

21. Floor joists supporting the second storey of a Part 9 clothing store building have a clearspan of 3.4 m. The builder has chosen SPF, No. 2 grade lumber for the floor joists.

According to the building code, the minimum depth for the floor joists is:

38 mm x 184 mm spaced at 600 mm with bridging38 mm x 184 mm spaced at 400 mm with strapping and bridging38 mm x 184 mm spaced at 400 mm with strappingthe design of the framing must conform to Part 4

A.B.C.D.



22. In Part 9 buildings, wood columns are required to be separated from concrete incontact with the ground. If polyethylene is used, the minimum film thickness is:

0.05 mm (2 mil)0.15 mm (6 mil)0.10 mm (4 mil)polyethylene separators are not permitted

A.B.C.D.

23. For which of the following occupancies can the Tables A-1 and A-2 be used to specifyrequired wood floor joist size, when the occupancy is located on the ground floor of thebuilding?

classrooms without fixed seatsclassrooms with fixed seats so that a maximum live load of 50 psf is not exceededoffices usesresidential suites in a Part 9 apartment building

A.B.C.D.

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24. Consider a 4 storey warehouse building. According to Section 3.8. of the buildingcode, a barrier-free path of travel is NOT required to be provided to:

floor areas above the entrance storeystorage areasfloor areas above the entrance storey that are not served by a passenger typeelevatorstoreys served by escalators

A.B.C.

D.

25. Consider an establishment used primarily for the consumption of alcoholic beverageswith limited food service. The occupant load is calculated at 230 persons. According toArticle 3.7.4.3. of the building code, the minimum number of water closets for each sexis:

6895

A.B.C.D.



26. Steps for stairs in a five storey office building may NOT be constructed as follows:

265 mm run, 130 mm rise335 mm run, 210 mm rise275 mm run, 152 mm rise344 mm run, 200 mm rise

A.B.C.D.

27. Consider a ten (10) storey office building divided from a community centre with a 2hour fire-resistance rated firewall.

The maximum temperature rise on the opaque portion of a door in the firewall is:

250 oC after 1 h250 oC after 30 min3 hdoors are not permitted in firewalls

A.B.C.D.

28. According to Part 5 of the building code, in a typical residential building, an exterior wallcladding system is not permitted to allow rain water penetration:

under any circumstancesunless the water can reach the interior spaceunless the system is designed to drain and direct the water to the outdoorsunless the occupants are suitably informed of possible adverse health effects

A.B.C.D.

29. According to Subsection 3.11A.2. of the building code, where a set of steps is providedfor entry into and egress from a public spa, the steps must be equipped with:

handrails on both sidesa handrail with a height of not less than 900 mm and not more than 1070 mma guarda handrail

A.B.C.D.

30. According to Article 3.1.3.1. of the building code, the minimum fire-resistance rating ofa fire separation between a hotel and a care occupancy is:

1 hour fire-resistance rating2 hour fire-resistance ratingno fire-resistance rating is requireda fire separation without a fire-resistance rating

A.B.C.D.



31. Combustible sprinkler piping is permitted to penetrate a vertical or horizontal fireseparation:

provided the piping has a diameter not more than 12 mm (1/2 in)provided the fire compartments on each side of the fire separation are sprinkleredunder no circumstancesprovided the piping has a diameter not more than 12 mm (1/2 in) and does notcontain chlorine gas

A.B.C.D.

32. The occupant load of a shopping centre was calculated at 5 400 persons. Themaximum number of urinals that are permitted to be substituted for water closets in themen's public washroom are:

12 urinals18 urinals9 urinals6 urinals

A.B.C.D.

33. In a Part 3 building, a fire hose is permitted to penetrate an exit to provide the requiredcoverage to:

a group of rooms with an area of 100 m2 in an unsprinklered floor areaa security room in a gaming premisea room not more than 50 m2 in areaa roof-top enclosure more than 50 m2 in area

A.B.C.D.

34. Consider a refuse chute that discharges into a room. The chute does not have aclosure at the chute outlet. According to Part 3 of the building code, the room must beseparated from the remainder of the building by a fire separation with a fire-resistancerating of:

not more than 2 hnot less than 1 hnot more than 1 hnot less than 2 h

A.B.C.D.

35. According to Part 3 of the building code, the maximum flame-spread rating for wallsand ceilings in a sprinklered vertical service space is:

7515025300

A.B.C.D.



36. Consider a 6 storey building required to be constructed with noncombustible materials. Subsection 3.1.5. of the building code permits:

exposed foamed plastics, having a flame-spread rating of 25, to be used in thebuilding wood storage lockers in storage rooms of residential and business and personalservices occupanciescombustible stairs within a dwelling unitthermosetting foamed plastic insulation with a smoke developed classification of notmore than 500

A.

B.

C.D.

37. The interior finish of the bathrooms in a four storey office building must have aflame-spread rating NOT more than:

2001502575

A.B.C.D.

38. According to Part 3 of the building code, swing-type doors in a fire separation:

must be equipped with a hold open device that is designed to release in the eventof a firemust always be equipped with a positive latching mechanism to hold a door in theclosed position after each usemay be equipped with a roller latch when the doors are located in walls separatingcorridors serving patients' sleeping rooms from adjacent rooms in hospitalsmust be equipped with electromagnetic locking devices

A.

B.

C.

D.

39. According to Subsection 3.8.3. of the building code, water closets for persons withphysical disabilities must be equipped with:

back support and a seat lidspring-activated seatshand-operated or automatically operable flushing controlsseats located between 300 mm and 400 mm above the floor

A.B.C.D.

40. An escalator is proposed between the 3rd and 4th floors of a four storey retail storebuilding. According to the building code, the escalator opening is permitted if the:

escalator is enclosed at each storey with a 1 hr rated fire separationopening between storeys does not exceed 10 m2 in area and the building issprinkleredopening between storeys does not exceed 10 m2 in areaescalator is enclosed at each storey with a non-rated fire separation

A.B.

C.D.



41. According to Section 3.7. of the building code, sleeping quarters in a recreational campwith double bunk units shall have an area of not less than:

3.72 m2 per camper16.72 m2 per two-bed unit2.79 m2 per camper 29.73 m2 per four-bed unit

A.B.C.D.

42. According to Article 3.10.4.5. of the building code, single storey self-service storagebuildings are required to be provided with access routes:

adjacent to at least 50% of the building perimeterat least 9 m widelocated to provide fire fighters an unobstructed path of travel of not more than 90 mto a hydrantwith a clear width of not less than 5.5 m

A.B.C.

D.

43. Consider a public pool where 50% of the pool is deeper than 1 350 mm and the poolwater surface area measures 10 m x 35 m. According to Article 3.1.16.3. of thebuilding code, the occupant load of the pool is:

195l 458

790229

A.B.C.D.

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44. Determine the fire-resistance rating of the following concrete filled column:

1) HSS 254 x 254 x 8.02) Axial compression force of 500 kN3) f'c = 30 MPa4) KL of 4 000 mm5) Type N concrete

45 min1 hno rating2 h

A.B.C.D.



45. According to the building code, a temporary structure constructed of a fabric held up bypoles, can be located on the roof of a high building:

if it complies with Section 3.13.if the fabric comforms with CAN/ULC-S109if the construction complies with the building codeif it does not contain bleachers

A.B.C.D.

46. In a rapid transit station, the minimum width of a stair in a secondary means of egressis:

1 200 mm1 750 mm1 100 mm1 500 mm

A.B.C.D.

47. Which of the following uses is NOT permitted in a self-service storage building?

indoor parking of carstire storagea dwelling unitbulk storage of hazardous substances

A.B.C.D.

48. According to Section 3.8, a barrier-free ramp that has a total rise of 300 mm (i.e., thedifference in elevation from the bottom of the ramp to the top of the ramp is 300 mm):

must have a wall or guard on both sides of the rampneed only be provided with handrails and curbs on both sides of the rampneed only be provided with curbs on both sidesneed only be provided with handrails on both sides of the ramp

A.B.C.D.

49. The slope at the bottom of a public pool shall NOT exceed:

33% where the water depth is less than 2 000 mm8% where the water depth is 1 350 mm or lessno limit applies50% where the water depth is more than 1 350 mm

A.B.C.D.

50. In a 4 storey building required to be constructed with noncombustible materials, roofcant strips at the junction of a firewall parapet and the roofing membrane:

are not permittedare permitted to be combustible, provided that there is a 50 mm concrete roof deckare not permitted to be of combustible constructionare permitted to be of combustible construction

A.B.C.D.



51. The conversion of an existing Part 9 house to a private school is now complete. Exterior metal sign boxes that are 250 mm in depth, will be mounted on two exteriorwalls of the building. If the exterior walls are of wood frame construction with brickveneer cladding, plastic sign facing material, conforming to Sentence 3.14.4.1.(1):

is acceptableshall not exceed 15 m2 in area at each storeyshall not exceed 1 200 mm in height at each storeyshall be limited to 30% of the wall area of the storey on which it is installed

A.B.C.D.

52. Portable classrooms:

must be located on a site with a main school buildingshall include materials to resist heat transferneed not comply with the building codemust be electrically heated when of combustible construction

A.B.C.D.

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53. An occupancy with a combustible content of 75 kg/m2 of floor area is considered a(n):

unsafe occupancymedium hazard industrial occupancychange in major occupancylow hazard industrial occupancy

A.B.C.D.

54. Consider a building with a required fire access route. According to Part 3 of thebuilding code, the fire access route must have a(n):

centreline radius of not less than 12 mturnaround facility for any dead-end portion of more than 45 mclear width of not less than 9 moverhead clearance of not less than 15 m

A.B.C.D.

55. Which of the following wall finishes is NOT acceptable according to Part 9?

sheet metal protection of foamed plastics, if it is mechanically fastened toloadbearing wood studs independent of the foamed plasticsany thermal barrier protection of foamed plastics that meets the requirements ofClause 3.1.5.11.(2)(e)hardboard interior finish fastened to wood studs with foamed plastic insulationbehind italuminum interior finish bonded directly to foamed plastic material

A.

B.

C.

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56. According to Part 3 of the building code, only a single stage fire alarm system may beused in:

an elementary schoola Group B, Division 2 hospitala high building regulated by Subsection 3.2.6.a hotel serving more than 200 suites

A.B.C.D.

57. According to the building code, a restaurant in a Part 3 building is:

is always considered as a subsidiary occupancy serving the major occupancy in amulti-occupancy buildingis always considered as a Group A, Division 2 major occupancypermitted to be classified as a Group D major occupancy as long as the restaurantserves only the mercantile space associated with itpermitted to be classified as a Group E major occupancy provided it does notaccommodate more than 30 patrons

A.

B.C.

D.

58. According to Articles 3.2.4.6. and 3.2.4.8. of the building code, in a 4 storey buildingequipped with a single stage fire alarm system, the alarm signal may be silencedautomatically after:

20 minutes15 minutes5 minutes10 minutes

A.B.C.D.

59. Consider a storage garage that will be capable of accommodating 5 vehicles. According to Part 9, the storage garage:

shall be separated from an attached dwelling unit by a fire separation having afire-resistance rating of 1 hshall be separated from an apartment building by a fire separation having afire-resistance rating of 1.5 hshall be separated from an apartment building by a fire separation having afire-resistance rating of 1 hshall be separated from an attached dwelling unit by a fire separation

A.

B.

C.

D.

60. A one storey building, with a building area of 1 550 m2 is intended to be used as anarena with the occasional trade show or exhibition.

Acccording to Part 3 of the building code, the building:

is not permittedmust be constructed of noncombustible constructionmust be sprinkleredmust provide a 45 min fire-resistance rating to noncombustible roof assemblies

A.B.C.D.



61. The top storey of a hospital contains patients bedrooms and is more than 18 m abovegrade. According to Articles 3.2.7.8. and 3.2.6.1 of the building code, the emergencypower supply for the fire alarm system must be capable of providing supervisory powerfor 24 hours followed by full load operation for:

1 h2 h24 h30 min

A.B.C.D.

62. An elementary school with an occupant load of 50 is provided with a fire alarm system. Under the building code, the following areas do NOT require fire detectors:

elevator shaftschange roomsjanitor's roomsclassrooms

A.B.C.D.

63. Alternate floor emergency recall operation for elevators is NOT required if the:

floor area containing the recall level is sprinkleredrecall level has heat detectors installed in the elevator lobbystoreys below the recall level are sprinkleredrecall level has smoke detectors installed in the elevator lobby

A.B.C.D.

64. Where measure M in Section 2 of SG-3 is applied, a manually operated switch at thecentral alarm and control facility shall be provided, that is capable of stopping:

fresh air distribution fans serving more than two storeysall fans in a residential buildingexhaust fans in kitchens located in dwelling unitswashroom exhaust fans in dwelling units

A.B.C.D.

65. According to the building code, a portable classroom must:

have interior finishes with a flame-spread rating of not more than 200comply with the barrier-free access requirements of Section 3.8.be equiped with washroom facilities independant of those provided in the mainschool buildingcontain a fire extinguisher

A.B.C.

D.



66. A commercial high rise building is served by an HVAC system comprised of centralizedair handling equipment with each air handling unit serving multiple floors. According toSubsection 3.2.4., the minimum requirement to control smoke circulation is:

duct type smoke detectors must be installeddedicated smoke exhaust fans must be provided for every floormultiple fire compartments must be provided on every floormultiple smoke compartments must be provided on every floor

A.B.C.D.

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67. An old Part 3 building has been designated as a heritage building and is beingconverted to a business and personal services use. Inspection of the structureindicates that original doors serving as required exit doors are made of bevelled,etched glass. Under Part 11, these doors:

should be tested for conformance with the requirements of CAN/CGSB-12.1-Mwould have to be replaced since they do not comply with Part 3may be considered as acceptable by the chief building official because of theheritage nature of the buildingmust be made apparent by attaching non-transparent hardware, bars or otherpermanent fixtures

A.B.C.

D.

68. Consider a one storey building with mutiple major occupancies. The building will beover 6,000 m2 in building area. Allowances to have mezzanines installed withinseveral of the proposed tenancy spaces has been accounted for by the Architect. Youare the plans examiner. If the zoning by-law permits any combination of retail,industrial or professional office use in this building, what would you base theclassification of this building on?

the major occupancy of the entire building shall be based on the occupancy havingthe greatest areathe construction requirements for each major occupancy shall apply to that portionof the building occupied by that occupancyeach major occupancy must be separated by a firewall with the requiredfire-resistance rating based on the type of occupancythe major occupancy of the entire building shall be based on the most restrictivemajor occupancy

A.

B.

C.

D.



69. For a 70 m high hotel, the designers have elected to provide areas of refuge to meetthe requirements of the code pertaining to limits to smoke movement in floor areas. For this building the Code requires areas of refuge at what frequency?

above the first storeyevery storeyevery fifth storeytop and middle storey

A.B.C.D.

70. Single storey self-service storage buildings are required to be provided with accessroutes:

that are 9 m wide and located so that the closest portion of the access route is notless than 3 m and not more than 15 m from the principal entrance into the buildingthat are 6 m in unobstructed width and have an overhead clearance of not less than5 mthat are 9 m wide and have an overhead clearance of not less than 5 mthat are 9 m wide and located so that a clear width of not less than 6 m ismaintained in the access route

A.

B.

C.D.

71. For which spaces does the building code refer to the provisions of the Ontario FireCode?

where the systems are connected to fire alarm systemwhen systems serve a small bakerywhen system serve laboratories using non hazardous substanceswhen systems serve automotive spray painting booths

A.B.C.D.

72. Using SG-2, determine the minimum thickness of Type X gypsum wallboard protectionrequired for a W360x51 steel column that is required to have a fire-resistance rating ofnot less than 2 h. (beam dimensions: b=171 mm, d=355 mm, mass=50.6 kg/m)

31.8 mm28.6 mm38.1 mm41.3 mm

A.B.C.D.



73. Where measure C, E, G or J is applied to a high building, it is assumed that:

occupants of all floors will move immediately into the stair shafts and will thenproceed slowly to the outdoors following an announcement from the first firedepartment officer on the scene or other person assigned this responsibilityoccupants of all floors will move immediately into the stair shaft and will thenproceed slowly to the outdoors following the sounding of a general fire alarmoccupants of all floors above the fire floor will move immediately into the stair shaftand will then proceed slowly to the outdoors following the sounding of a general firealarmoccupants of all floors below the fire floor will move immediately into the stair shaftand will then proceed slowly to the outdoors following the sounding of a general firealarm

A.

B.

C.

D.

74. Four (4) portable classrooms are proposed on a site that has an existing school. Thereare no other buildings located on the site. The 4 portable classrooms will be arrangedin a group so that the means of egress for each classroom is by a common corridor. According to the building code:

the unobstructed path of travel for a fire fighter from the fire department vehicle tothese portables shall not exceed 45 mthe portable classrooms are not required to face a streetan adequate water supply for fire fighting shall be provided for these portableclassroomsan access route shall be provided for fire department use to these portableclassrooms

A.

B.C.

D.

75. A 500 m2 tent shall be provided with:

access routes for the purpose of fire fightingaccess routes for fire fighting to the principal entrance of the tent and each side wallhaving access opening for fire fightingaccess routes for fire fighting required by Article 3.2.5.1. and 3.2.5.2.access routes for fire fighting to the principal entrance of the tent

A.B.

C.D.



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76. According to Part 4, if a concrete column supports a live load of 100 kN and a deadload of 150 kN, what is the factored column design load?

337.5 kN350 kN250 kN375 kN

A.B.C.D.

77. According to Article 3.7.4.14. of the building code, what is the minimum design load forgrab bars in a restaurant washroom?

1.3 kN applied vertically or horizontaly, considered separately1.3 kN applied vertically, only1.5 kN/m applied vertically, only1.3 kN applied vertically and horizontaly, considered together

A.B.C.D.

78. Considering both Sentences 2.5.1.1.(1) and 4.1.6.3.(1), what is the minimum specifiedlive load for the roof of a theatre building in Windsor?

1.10 kPakl 0.96 kPa;l 1.00 kPa; 0.75 kPa

A.B.C.D.

79. A 14 000 ft2 single family dwelling unit must be designed to have sufficient structuralcapacity and structural integrity to resist:

live loads due to use and occupancy and dead loads due to use and occupancy asspecified in Part 9live loads due to use and occupancy, dead loads, snow loads and wind loadslive loads due to use and occupancy, dead loads, snow loads, wind loads and liveloads due to earthquakeslive loads due to use and occupancy, dead loads and snow loads

A.

B.C.

D.



80. It is expected that the 4th floor of a 5 storey building may accommodate a warehouse,a factory, or a wholesale space. What minimum live load must be used in designingthe 4th floor?

9.0 kN/m2

6.0 kN/m2

4.8 kN/m2

3.6 kN/m2

A.B.C.D.

81. Consider Subsection 4.1.10. of the building code and the following sketch. A vehicleguardrail is supported by a post at each end that is anchored to the floor as shown. When designing the post, the minimum outwards horizontal specified force would be:

POST

FLOOR

RAIL

0.5 kN22 kN11 kN1.0 kN

A.B.C.D.

82. Which of the following are not required to be considered in the design of a footingusing Subsection 4.2.4. of the building code?

radon gasdynamic loadinghydrostatic upliftpermafrost

A.B.C.D.



83. Which of the following is NOT generally considered to be a post-disaster building forthe purposes of earthquake design, under Subsection 4.1.9. of the building code?

newspaper publishersfuel depotsradio stationspolice stations

A.B.C.D.

84. With reference to Sentence 4.1.7.1.(7). of the building code, what is the accumulationfactor, Ca, for a large flat roof with a characteristic length of 180 m, when the windexposure factor, Cw, is 0.75?

0.531.000.891.17

A.B.C.D.

85. Consider a post-disaster building located in Collingwood. The minimum wind referencevelocity pressure used to calculate structural member strength is:

1.00 kPa0.45 kPa0.34 kPa0.25 kPa

A.B.C.D.

86. According to Part 4, the minimum weight allowance for non-permanent partitions is:

2.4 kPa1.4 kPa1.0 kPa0.5 kPa

A.B.C.D.

87. Brockville is in velocity related seismic zone:

10.05203

A.B.C.D.



88. Calculate the live load due to snow on a roof of a single family dwelling unit, that issubject to the requirements of Part 3 and Part 4. Use the following information for yourcalculation:

1) the building is located in Ajax 2) roof slope is 45o

3) Ca = 1.0 4) Cw = 0.5

0.519 kPa0.238 kPa0.450 kPa1.000 kPa

A.B.C.D.

89. According to Article 4.1.1.5 of the building code, what is the allowable inter-storey driftfor a Part 3 office building under specified wind and gravity loadings?

1/5001/8001/2401/360

A.B.C.D.

90. Consider a two-storey house in London. The roof is 4.2 m wide by 10.0 m long and isframed with members spaced at 600 mm on center.

According to Section 9.4. of the building code, the minimum unfactored design roof liveload is:

1.25 kPa1.00 kPa1.42 kPa1.76 kPa

A.B.C.D.

91. Consider a horse barn on a farm. According to Section 9.3. of the building code,ungraded lumber may NOT be used for:

postswall studspilesbeams

A.B.C.D.



92. The minimum size of a wood column, used to support an 89 mm wide lintel in a onestorey, 50 m2 garage, shall be NOT less than:

140 mm by 140 mm184 mm in diameter89 mm by 140 mm89 mm by 89 mm

A.B.C.D.

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93. Consider a single dwelling unit regulated by Article 9.32.3.3. The dwelling unit has 3bedrooms, 1 kitchen, 1 living room, 1 dining room, 2 bathrooms and 1 laundry room.

What is the minimum required total ventilation capacity?

45 L/s50 L/s40 L/s35 L/s

A.B.C.D.

94. The minimum required indoor design temperature for a residential building located inGoderich is:

15oC23oC21oC22oC

A.B.C.D.

95. Where the plenum clearance of a house furnace is less than 75 mm, the clearancebetween a supply duct and combustible material is required to be:

more than the required plenum clearance within 450 mm of the plenumequal to the required plenum clearance within 450 mm of the plenumnot less than 12 mm regardless of the distance from the plenum not less than 25 mm within 450 mm of the plenum

A.B.C.D.



96. Audible signal devices forming part of a fire alarm system shall be installed so that alertsignals and alarm signals:

have a sound pressure level not less than 10 dBA above the ambient noise levelhave a sound pressure level not less 75 dBA in all occupanciesare clearly audible throughout the zone in which they are installedare clearly audible throughout the floor area in which they are installed

A.B.C.D.

97. Which material is NOT acceptable for rungs on access ladders for chimneys?

aluminiumbronzestainless steelsteel

A.B.C.D.

98. Which one of the following buildings does NOT require the installation of a fire alarmsystem?

a care occupancy for 10 persons receiving carea care and treatment occupancy for 25 patients/residentsa licensed beverage establishment with occupant load of 200a residential occupancy with sleeping accommodation for 20 persons

A.B.C.D.

99. Consider an opening in a fire separation that is required to be prorected by a closure. What is the maximum dimension in the horizontal or vertical if only one side of theseparation is sprinklered?

6 m3.7 m11 m2

22 m2

A.B.C.D.

100. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable way of venting smoke where the floorarea is sprinklered?

smoke shaftsfixed glass windowsbuilding exhaust systemoperable windows

A.B.C.D.



101. In a two storey Group B occupancy building renovation project, access into the buildingis through a newly created vestibule, which will be located on the existing side of anenclosed storage garage. According to the building code, the vestibule must:

limit the concentration of carbon monoxide to not more than 100 parts per million ofair, when measured at the floor levelbe ventilated mechanically at a rate of 14 m3/h for each square metre of thevestibule floor surface areabe ventilated mechanically in accordance with the ASHRAE 62 Standardbe ventilated mechanically at a rate of 3.9 L/s for each square metre of thevestibule floor surface area

A.

B.

C.D.

102. Consider an office tower with a washroom that contains 2 water closets, 2 urinals and 2showers. The minimum mechanical exhaust ventilation required for the washroom is:

144 L/s96 L/s120 L/s132 L/s

A.B.C.D.

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103. According to the building code, which item is NOT permitted in computer room floors ofa building required to be of noncombustible construction?

computer data cableselectrical transformers and main equipment control paneloptical fibre cableselectrical wires

A.B.C.D.

104. Hold-open devices on doors located between a corridor used by the public andadjacent sleeping rooms in hospitals shall be designed to release the door:

upon a signal from the fire alarm alert signal within the same fire compartmentupon a signal from a smoke detector, and the fire alarm alert signalupon a signal from a heat-actuated deviceupon a signal from a smoke detector located as described in Appendix B or NFPA80

A.B.C.D.



105. Air handling systems serving more than one suite in a storey shall be designed toprevent the circulation of smoke:

when a sprinkler system is installed in the buildingwhen a fire alarm system is required for the buildingwhen a sprinkler system is required for the buildingwhen a fire alarm system is installed in the building

A.B.C.D.

106. Emergency telephones in a building having the floor level of its top storey18 m abovegrade:

shall be capable of 2-way communication with the central alarm and control facilityin the buildingshall be located in a red colored emergency use type cabinetmust be located in each floor area near exit stair shaftsneed not be provided

A.

B.C.D.

107. A 5 storey high, open air parking garage shall be illuminated to a minimum illuminationlevel of:

illumination is not required for an open air parking garage10 lx50 lx5 lx

A.B.C.D.

108. Consider a proposed school for the blind, in which all occupants of the school are blind. Directional exit signs:

need not be providedneed not be illuminatedshall be provided to indicate the direction of egress in complex passagewaysneed not be provided with emergency power

A.B.C.D.

109. A fire alarm system is required in a self-service storage building:

that is two storeys in building heightthat is one storey in building heightthat contains a spray booththat is one storey in building height and contains a dwelling unit

A.B.C.D.



110. According to Part 9:

insulated electrical wires with an overall diameter of 25 mm are permitted topenetrate an assembly required to have a fire-resistance ratingoptical fibre cables are permitted to penetrate a fire separation required to have afire-resistance ratingelectrical wires shall be located in totally enclosed noncombustible raceways whenpenetrating an assembly required to have a fire-resistance ratingsheathed electrical wires are permitted to penetrate an assembly required to have afire-resistance rating

A.

B.

C.

D.

111. According to Part 9, every stairway:

shall be lighted with energy efficient lighting onlyshall be lighted if electrical services are availableshall be lightedshall have 3-way wall switches controlling lighting

A.B.C.D.

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112. Where two washbasins are used to wet vent a shower drain, the fixture drains mustconnect to a vertical waste pipe at the same level with:

a double fittinga double cross fittinga double T fittinga double Y fitting

A.B.C.D.

113. If gravity drainage to a sanitary drainage system is NOT possible, a basement formingpart of a dwelling unit:

must connect a required floor drain to a private sewage disposal systemmust connect required floors drain to a tank(s) equipped with ejectorsmay connect a required floor drain to a storm drainage systemis not required to be provided with a floor drain

A.B.C.D.

114. In a dwelling unit, a shut-off valve is required to be provided on the water supply toevery:

fixturewater closetwashbasinriser

A.B.C.D.



115. What is the maximum spacing of supports for a nominally horizontal "PVC" plasticDWV pipe?

2 000 mm1 000 mm2 500 mm1 200 mm

A.B.C.D.

116. An 8 inch size, sanitary building sewer has a change in direction of greater than 45degrees. If the sanitary building sewer has a total developed length of 30 m, wheremust manhole(s) be provided?

a manhole is not requiredat the point where the change of direction is greater than 45 degreesat the property line where the building sewer endsa manhole shall be provided so that the developed length of the building sewer is30 m from the building

A.B.C.D.

117. According to the building code, what is the maximum number of water closet ventsthat, may be connected to a 1-1/2 in branch vent?

10612

A.B.C.D.

118. Where a potable water system serves a dry sprinkler fire protection system, the fireprotection system:

shall be isolated from the potable water system by a listed alarm check valveshall be isolated from the potable water system by a resilient seated check valveshall be isolated from the potable water system by a backflow preventeris not required to be isolated from the potable water system

A.B.C.D.

119. A horizontal branch off a stack may be circuit vented where:

the circuit vented branch is at least 3" in sizethe number of circuit vented water closets is 2a relief vent is also providedthe maximum number of circuit vented fixtures is 7

A.B.C.D.

120. According to the building code:

floor drains in a parking lot must be provided with oil interceptorsa floor drain within an hydraulic elevator pit must discharge through an oilinterceptora floor drain is not required within the pit of an hydraulic elevatora floor drain within a car wash must discharge through an oil interceptor

A.B.

C.D.



121. In a washroom for public use, washbasins in a female washroom shall:

be provided with shut-off valves installed on the water supply to the fixture(s)not be visible from the entrance to the room in all casesbe barrier-free accessible in all casesbe equal to the number of required water closets in the washroom

A.B.C.D.

122. Every oil interceptor shall be provided with two vent pipes. Which of the followingstatements pertaining to venting requirements is NOT correct?

connect to the interceptor at opposite endsdo not connect to any other vent pipeconnect to each otherextend to open air

A.B.C.D.

123. In a restaurant, urinals are permitted in lieu of water closets, provided the number ofurinals is not more than:

one fifth of required number of water closetshalf of the required number of water closetstwo thirds of the required number of water closetsone third of the required number of water closets

A.B.C.D.

124. Where back vents, relief vents or circuit vents are installed, a vent stack is required in:

all buildings other than a residential buildingevery 4 storey residential buildingconjunction with every soil stack provided in a buildingevery single storey industrial building

A.B.C.D.

125. The clearance beneath a barrier-free lavatory shall be:

760 mm wide and 735 mm high at the front edge685 mm wide and 735 mm high at the front edge460 mm wide and 735 mm high at the front edge760 mm wide and 230 mm high

A.B.C.D.

126. Which of the following groups of fixtures may be protected by one trap?

4 separate floor drains located in a food preparation room6 separate shower drains in the same room3 separate sinks located in the same room5 separate laboratory sinks located in different rooms within a large laboratory

A.B.C.D.



127. According to the building code, a drainage pipe serving a drinking fountain:

must be directly connected to a sanitary drainage systemmay be indirectly connected to a sanitary drainage systemshall have a diameter not less than 1-1/2 inchesshall be trapped

A.B.C.D.

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No. Code/Act Reference 1 Code/Act Reference 2 Answer

General, CBO and RCA Legal Questions1 BCA-14(3) A2 BCA 13(6) C3 BCA-15.11(7) D4 BCA 8(9) A5 OBC 2.4.5.3.(2) C6 OBC 2.4.5.1.(2)(G) B7 OBC 2.1.2.1.(1) C8 OBC 2.1.1.2. C9 OBC 2.22.1.1.(2) C10 OBC 11.2.1.1.(1)(A) TABLE 11.2.1.1.A. A11 OBC 2.19.3.2.(1)(E) D12 OBC 2.22.5.2.(5) A13 OBC 2.4.1.1B.(1) C

House / Small Building Questions14 OBC 9.31.1.1.(2) 3.7.4., 3.7.4.7.(1) A15 SG-2 2.2.1.(2) C16 OBC 9.10.3.2.(1) SG-2, 3.1.1. C17 OBC 2.1.1.3.(1) D18 OBC 9.11.2.1.(1) SG-8,T8.2 C19 OBC 9.20.12.3.(1) B20 OBC 9.9.3.4.(1) DE 93 D21 OBC 9.23.1.1.(4) D22 OBC 9.17.4.3.(1) A23 OBC 9.23.1.1.(2) TABLE 4.1.6.3. D

Large Building / Complex Building Questions24 OBC 3.8.2.1. C25 OBC 3.7.4.3.(5) TABLE 3.7.4.3.E. A26 OBC 3.4.6.7.(1), (2) 3.3.1.13.(1) B27 OBC 3.1.8.4.(2) 3.1.8.15.(1) B28 OBC 5.6.1.1. C29 OBC 3.11A.2. D30 OBC 3.1.3.1.(1) B31 OBC 3.1.9.4.(1) B32 OBC 3.7.4.2.(3) & (2) 3.7.4.8.(2) D33 OBC 3.2.9.4.(7) C34 OBC 3.6.3.3.(9) D35 OBC 3.1.13.2. C36 OBC 3.1.5.9. C37 OBC 3.1.13.1.(1) 3.1.13.3.(1) B38 OBC 3.1.8.13.(1) 3.3.3.5.(12) C39 OBC 3.8.3.9. C40 OBC 3.2.8.2.(5) 3.2.2. B41 OBC 3.7.1.4.(1) C42 OBC 3.10.4.5. B43 OBC 3.1.16.3. A

Large Building Advanced Standing Questions44 OBC SG-2, 2.6.6. SG-2, 2.6.6.(f) C45 OBC 3.13.1.1.(1) A-3.13. C46 OBC 3.12.4.5.(5) C47 OBC 3.10.2.1.(1) 3.1.3.2.(2) D48 OBC 3.8.3.4.(1)(f) A49 OBC 3.11.3.1.(6) B50 OBC 3.1.5.3.(3) D51 OBC 3.14.4.1.(3) A52 OBC 3.9.1.1.(1) 5.3.1.1.(1) B

Fire Protection Questions53 OBC 9.10.2.1.(1) 1.1.3.2.(1) B54 OBC 3.2.5.6. A55 OBC 9.10.17.6.(1) D56 OBC 3.2.4.3.(1) A57 OBC 3.1.2.6.(1) D58 OBC 3.2.4.6.(1) 3.2.4.8.(5) A59 OBC 9.10.9.16.(2) C60 OBC 3.1.2.3.(1) & (2) C61 OBC 3.2.7.8.(3) 3.2.6.1.(1) B62 OBC 3.2.4.10.(2) 3.2.4.1.(2) D63 OBC 3.2.4.14.(3) A64 OBC 3.2.6.6.(1) SG-3 A65 OBC 3.9.3.5. 3.9.3.9. D66 OBC 3.2.4.12.(1) A

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No. Code/Act Reference 1 Code/Act Reference 2 AnswerAnswers to Sample Examination, March, 2005

Fire Protection Advanced Standing Questions67 OBC 11.5.1.1. D32 & D36 C68 OBC 3.2.2.6.(1) 3.2.2.7.(1) D69 OBC 3.2.6.3.(2) C70 OBC 3.10.4.5. C71 OBC 6.2.2.5.(1) D72 OBC 9.10.3.1.(1) SG-2, TABLE 2.6.1. D73 OBC 3.2.6. SG-3, Section 1 B74 OBC 3.9.3.4.(1)(e) B75 OBC 3.13.1.10.(1) A

Building Structural Questions76 OBC 4.1.3.2.(4) A77 OBC 3.7.4.14.(1) A78 OBC 4.1.6.3.(1) 4.1.7.1.(1) C79 OBC 4.1.1.3.(1) 2.1.1.2.(1) C80 OBC 4.1.6.8.(1) 4.1.6.3.(1) B81 OBC 4.1.10.2.(1) B82 OBC 4.2.4.6.(1) 4.2.4.11.(1) A83 OBC 4.1.9.1.(10) 1.1.3.2.(1) A84 OBC 4.1.7.1.(7) B85 OBC 4.1.8.1.(4)(d) 2.5.1.1.(1) B86 OBC 4.1.5.1.(3) C87 OBC 4.1.9.1.(1) 2.5.1.1.(1) A88 OBC 4.1.7.1.(1) TABLE 2.5.1.1. B89 OBC 4.1.1.5.(4) A90 OBC 9.4.2.2.(2) 2.5.1.1.(1) A91 OBC 9.40.2.2.(1) C92 OBC 9.35.4.2.(1) D

HVAC House / Building Services Questions93 OBC 9.32.3.3.(1) B94 OBC 9.33.3.1.(1) D95 OBC 6.2.4.10.(1-3) B96 OBC 3.2.4.19.(1) D97 OBC 6.3.1.5.(1) A98 OBC 3.2.4.1.(2) A99 OBC 3.1.8.6.(1) B100 OBC 3.2.6.10.(3) B101 OBC 3.3.5.7.(3)(b)(ii) B102 OBC 6.2.3.9.(13)(14) A

Detection Lighting and Power Questions103 OBC 3.1.5.20.(1) B104 OBC 3.1.8.12.(5) B105 OBC 3.2.4.12.(1) D106 OBC 3.2.6.13.(1) 3.2.4.22.(5) D107 OBC 3.2.7.1.(2) 9.34.2.7. C108 OBC 3.4.5.1.(5) C109 OBC 3.10.3.3.(2) 3.10.4.4.(1) A110 OBC 9.10.9.6.(4) A111 OBC 9.34.2.3.(1) B

Plumbing Questions112 OBC 7.5.7.1.(2) D113 OBC 7.1.5.2.(2) C114 OBC 7.6.1.5.(1) B115 OBC 7.3.4.5.(2) D116 OBC 7.4.7.1.(4) (5) 7.4.7.2. B117 OBC 7.5.7.2. (1) D118 OBC 7.6.2.3.(4) D119 OBC 7.5.2.2.(1) A120 OBC 7.4.4.3.(3) C121 OBC 7.6.1.7.(1) A122 OBC 7.5.4.2.(1) C123 OBC 3.7.4.2.(3) C124 OBC 7.5.3.2.(1) B125 OBC 3.8.3.11.(1) A126 OBC 7.4.5.1.(3) B127 OBC 7.4.2.1.(1) B

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Ministry of Municipal Disponible en français

Affairs and Housing Advanced Standing Application

1) Applicant Information Last Name


Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) (if you are a first time applicant, you will not have a BCIN) Home Address Number

Street Name Unit Number

City


Telephone ( )

E-mail Address

Mailing Address (if different from above) Number

Street Name Unit Number

City


2) Advanced Standing Sought (Check the categories in which you are seeking recognition for Advanced Standing)

House – 2003 Small Buildings – 2003 Large Buildings – 2003

Plumbing House – 2003 Plumbing All Buildings - 2003

HVAC – House – 2003 Fire Protection - 2003

3) Training Documentation (Refer to Qualification Examination Program for Advanced Standing training prerequisites. A photocopy of the front and back of the Ministry training certificate is required) Name of MAH Training Course Date Completed Course Provider Copies of Certificate

Must Be Attached 4) Fee – the fee is $25.00 per application Payment Option 1 – Credit Card: Visa, MasterCard or AMEX (circle one) Payment Option 2 – Certified Cheque or Money Order Name of Cardholder Card Number Expiry Amount $25.00 Signature of Cardholder

Payable to: Minister of Finance

5) Signature I understand that this is an application only, and that the $25.00 assessment fee is non-refundable and is non-transferable. I also understand that the documents provided will not be returned. Date:_______________________dd/mm/yyyy Signature:___________________________________________________________ 6) Mail or Fax Application and Documentation Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay St. 2nd floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Fax: (416)585-7531 Phone: (416)585-6666 Personal information contained in this application form is collected under the authority of 2.16.4.1.(1), 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) and (b), 2.17.5.(1)(a), 2.18.3.2.(1)(a) and 2.19.3.2.(1)(a) and (b) and will be used in the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act, 1992. Questions about the collection of personal information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Flr., Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. Advanced Standing Application (09/03) This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition

Advanced Standing Application – Instructions Page 1 of 2

Advanced Standing Application – Instructions for Completion

Please read the following information carefully before filling in the application form.

Under the Building Code Act, 1992, certain building practitioners are subject to qualification requirements and must successfully complete the “Examination Program” administered or authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The Examination Program generally includes the following two components:

a) Legal/Process Examinations which test a person’s knowledge of the Building Code Act, 1992, the Building Code and/or the powers and duties of Chief Building Officials; and

b) Technical Examinations which test a person’s knowledge of the technical requirements in the Building Code.

Your role(s) and duty(ies) as a building practitioner will determine the component(s) of the Examination Program you will be required to complete (see Table 2.20.2.1 of the Building Code and the Building Code Act and Building Code Qualification Examination Program posted at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for more information on your qualification requirements). Building practitioners who are required to write the technical examination component may, however, choose the Advanced Standing Alternative to meet this examination requirement. The Advanced Standing Alternative allows building practitioners to receive credit towards the technical examination component of the examination program if they have already successfully completed Ministry Building Code training courses from an authorized delivery agent. Successful completion of all the requirements under the advanced standing alternative category as outlined in the Building Code Act and Building Code Qualification Examination Program, would be considered as having met the technical examination component of the examination program. If you have previously completed Ministry Building Code training courses from a Ministry authorized delivery agent and would like to apply for advanced standing, you must complete this application form and submit the required documentation to have your status reviewed. You will then be contacted to confirm your advanced standing status. If you have not completed all of the requirements under the advanced standing alternative category as outlined in the Building Code Act and Building Code Qualification Examination Program, but would like to have your status assessed, you may apply by completing the application form. Note that in order to be exempt from taking the full technical component of the examination program, you must complete all the requirements under the advanced standing alternative. The following provides instructions on completing the Advanced Standing Application form. 1) Applicant Information This information is necessary to contact you and confirm your advance standing status. You will receive a BCIN after your first transaction with the Ministry. 2) Advanced Standing Sought Check the category or categories in which you are seeking Advanced Standing. Refer to Table 2.20.2.1 of the Building Code or the Building Code Act and Building Code Qualification Examination Program posted at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for more information on the qualification requirements in your class of qualification. 3) Training Documentation You must provide proof of the successfully completed Ministry Building Code training courses. This may include either:

• A photocopy of the front and back of the Building Code Training Certificate issued by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing or it’s training course delivery agent

• A letter from Ministry’s authorized training delivery agent indicating the course name, delivery location and date and the student’s grade.

4) Fee The fee upon filing this Form is $25.00 and is payable by credit card, certified cheque, or money order. Certified cheques and money orders are payable to the Minister of Finance. 5) Signature This form must be dated and signed by the person filing the form. 6) Mail of Fax Application and Documendation Mail the completed form, documentation and payment of fee to: Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, Ontario M5G 2E5 Fax the completed form, documentation and payment of fee to: (416) 585-7531

Assess your Advanced Standing Status:“Have I successfully completed previous MMAH

Building Code courses in the category for which I am seeking Advanced Standing?”

Complete an Advanced Standing Application Form, submit proof of course certification and pay fee

MAH will review you application for Advanced Standing

Advanced Standing Granted?

Legal/Process Examinations“Have I successfully competed the Legal/Process

examination component at it relates to my category of qualification?”

File qualification information with Director

using appropriate registration form

Apply for and pass legal/process examination as it

relates to your category of qualification

Select Route of Choice

Examination RouteApply to take the technical

examination component in the category of qualification you are

seeking qualification. .

Advanced Standing/Training RoutePass MMAH Building Code technical

training courses from authorized delivery agent and pass AS exam(s),

where required, in the category in which you are seeking qualification.

Pass technical examination(s)NoYes

Yes

Yes

No

No

or

YesNo

Assess your Advanced Standing Status:“Have I successfully completed previous MMAH

Building Code courses in the category for which I am seeking Advanced Standing?”

Complete an Advanced Standing Application Form, submit proof of course certification and pay fee

MAH will review you application for Advanced Standing

Advanced Standing Granted?

Legal/Process Examinations“Have I successfully competed the Legal/Process

examination component at it relates to my category of qualification?”

File qualification information with Director

using appropriate registration form

Apply for and pass legal/process examination as it

relates to your category of qualification

Select Route of Choice

Examination RouteApply to take the technical

examination component in the category of qualification you are

seeking qualification. .

Advanced Standing/Training RoutePass MMAH Building Code technical

training courses from authorized delivery agent and pass AS exam(s),

where required, in the category in which you are seeking qualification.

Pass technical examination(s)NoYes

Yes

Yes

No

No

or

YesNo

The Inspectors’ Filing form and accompanying instructions are subject to change. Visit www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for the latest versions. Disponible en français

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Designer Firm Application for Registration (03/05)

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Designer Firm Application for Registration


To be used by persons engaged in the business of providing design activities to the public [Subsection 2.17.4. of the Building Code]. 1) Applicant Information Applicant is: a corporation; or a partnership; or a sole proprietorship. If corporation or partnership, complete Schedule A. Name of Firm Business Address Building Number

Street Name Lot/con

City Province Postal Code Country

Telephone ( )

Fax Number (optional) ( )

Cell Number (optional) ( )

E-mail Address (optional)

2) Class(es) of Registration – check each class of registration for which this application is being made House Small Buildings Large Buildings Complex Buildings

HVAC House Building Services Detection, Lighting and Power Fire Protection

Building Structural Plumbing – House Plumbing – All Buildings On-site Sewage Systems

3) Correspondence Options Official Notices required under the Building Code will be sent by regular mail to the applicant’s address. The applicant wishes to receive elective correspondence by: Regular mail; or E-mail (ensure e-mail address is provided above). 4) Qualified Designer Information Complete Schedule B and submit with this application. Schedule B must identify each qualified designer. 5) Insurance Insurance coverage is based on annual billings as set out in Article 2.21.2.3. of the Building Code. Contact your insurance broker. Actual fees billings in 12 months preceding issuance of policy, or estimated fees billings for the 12 months after issuance of policy if registered less than one year before issuance of the policy.

$50,000 or less more than $50,000 and less than $100,000 $100,000 or more

Attach Certificate of Insurance approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. 6) Fee – $125 for registration of the firm Payment Option 1–Credit Card: Visa or Mastercard or AMEX (circle one) Payment Option 2 – Certified Cheque or Money Order Name of Cardholder

Card Number

Expiry

Amount $125.00

Signature of Cardholder

Payable to: Minister of Finance Mail to: Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Fax to: (416) 585-7531

7) Acknowledgement – Conditions of Registration The Applicant acknowledges that registration is subject to the conditions as set out in Article 2.17.4.7. of the Building Code, and agrees to comply with these conditions.

8) Signature I certify that,

a) I am the applicant or an authorized representative of the applicant for registration, and b) The information contained in this application, Schedules A and B (as required) is true to the best of my knowledge.

Name: _______________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________________________ (dd/mm/yyyy) Information contained in this schedule is collected under the authority of Subsection 2.17.4 of the Building Code and will be used for the purpose of administering and enforcing the requirements of the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Building Code respecting the qualifications for persons engaged in the business of providing design activities to the public. Questions about the collection of information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition.

Designer Firm Application for Registration, Schedule A (03/05)


Schedule A: Principals of the Applicant(to be attached with the Designer Firm Application for Registration)

This schedule must be completed for all principals of the applicant. Use more than one form if necessary. 1) Name of Applicant (as in section 1 on the Designer Firm Application for Registration)

2) Principal(s) of the Applicant Information Complete a section for each principal of the applicant (i.e., all partners, directors or officers, as the case may be). Last Name First Name Middle Initial

Status: Director Officer Partner BCIN (if available) Home Address Building Number Street Name Unit No. Lot/con

City


Telephone ( )

E-mail address

Mailing Address (if different from above) Building No.

Street Name Unit No. Lot/con

City Province

Postal Code Country

Last Name First Name Middle Initial

Status: Director Officer Partner BCIN (if available) Home Address Building No. Street Name Unit No. Lot/con

City


Telephone ( )

E-mail Address



City Province

Postal Code Country



City


Telephone ( )

E-mail address



City Province

Postal Code Country

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Schedule B: Qualified Persons(to be attached with the Designer Firm Application for Registration)

Use more than one Schedule B if necessary. 1) Name of Applicant (as in section 1 on the Designer Firm Application for Registration)

2) Qualifications of Applicant (Designer) The following are the persons who: a) have the qualifications set out in clause 2.17.4.2.(1)(a) in the class or classes of registration for which the

application is made, and b) have the qualifications set out in clause 2.17.4.2.(1)(b) and will review and take responsibility for the design

activities provided to the public by the applicant in the class or classes or registration for which the application is made.

Name of qualified persons BCIN 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Updating Registration Information

- Designer Firm


This information is required under Article 2.17.4.7 of the Building Code. 1) Applicant Information Name of Firm

BCIN

2) Change of address – complete only if address has changed Business Address Building Number

Street Name Lot/con


Telephone ( )

Fax Number (optional) ( )

Cell Number (optional) ( )

E-mail Address (optional) 3) Change in principals Complete Schedule A to add new partner, director or officer. To remove partner, director or officer who is currently registered with this firm, indicate name and role: Name □Partner □ Director □ Officer

Name □Partner □ Director □ Officer

Name □Partner □ Director □ Officer 4) Qualified Designer Information Indicate the name and BCIN for each qualified person you wish to add to or remove from this firm’s registration. Name □ Add □ Remove

BCIN

Name □ Add □ Remove BCIN


5) Insurance If designer firm insurance coverage has changed, indicate new fees billings below. Actual fees billings in 12 months preceding issuance of policy, or estimated fees billings for the 12 months after issuance of policy if registered less than one year before issuance of the policy.

$50,000 or less more than $50,000 and less than $100,000 $100,000 or more

Attach Certificate of Insurance if required. 6) Fee --$0.00 Fee is not applicable for updating registration information. 7) Signature I certify that,

a) I am the applicant or an authorized representative of the applicant for registration, and b) The information contained in this application and Schedule A (as required) is true to the best of my knowledge.

Name: _______________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________________________ (dd/mm/yyyy) Information contained in this schedule is collected under the authority of Subsection 2.17 of the Building Code and will be used for the purpose of administering and enforcing the requirements of the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Building Code respecting the qualifications for persons engaged in the business of providing design activities to the public. Questions about the collection of information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition.

Designer Firm Application for Registration, Schedule A (03/05)


Schedule A: Principals of the Applicant(to be attached with the Designer Firm Updating Registration Information)

This schedule must be completed for all principals of the applicant. Use more than one form if necessary. 1) Name of Applicant (as in section 1 on the Designer Firm Application for Registration)

2) Principal(s) of the Applicant Information Complete a section for each principal of the applicant (i.e., all partners, directors or officers, as the case may be). Last Name First Name Middle Initial

Status: Director Officer Partner BCIN (if available) Home Address Building Number Street Name Unit No. Lot/con

City


Telephone ( )

E-mail address



City Province

Postal Code Country



City


Telephone ( )

E-mail Address



City Province

Postal Code Country



City


Telephone ( )

E-mail address



City Province

Postal Code Country

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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Updating Class of Registration – Designer Firm


This information is required to change the class of registration for Design Firms under Subsection 2.17.4.3 of the Building Code. 1) Applicant Information Name of Firm BCIN

2) Change in class of registration Indicate which of the following classes of registration you wish to add or remove from this Design Firm’s registration

House Small Buildings Large Buildings Complex Buildings Building Structural HVAC House Detection, Lighting and Power Building Services Fire Protection Plumbing House Plumbing All Buildings On Site Sewage Systems

Add Add Add Add Add Add Add Add Add Add Add Add

Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove Remove

3) Qualified Designer Information Indicate the name and BCIN for each qualified person you wish to add to or remove from this firm’s registration. Name □ Add □ Remove BCIN



4) Fee --$25.00 Payment Option 1 – Credit Card: Visa or Mastercard or AMEX (circle one) Payment Option 2 – Certified Cheque or Money Order Name of Cardholder:

Card Number:

Expiry:

Amount: $25.00 Signature of Cardholder

Payable to: Minister of Finance Mail to: Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Fax to: (416)585-7531

5) Signature I certify that,

a) I am the applicant or an authorized representative of the applicant for registration, and b) The information contained in this application is true to the best of my knowledge.

Name: _______________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________________________ (dd/mm/yyyy) Information contained in this schedule is collected under the authority of Subsection 2.17 of the Building Code and will be used for the purpose of administering and enforcing the requirements of the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Building Code respecting the qualifications for persons engaged in the business of providing design activities to the public. Questions about the collection of information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition.

Other Designers’ Filing (03/05)

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Other Designers’* Filing

This information is required under Clause 2.17.5.1.(1)(b) of the Building Code. Use one form to file multiple qualifications. 1) Applicant Information – To be completed by the person filing this form Last Name

First Name

Middle Initial

Building Code Identification Number (BCIN)

E-mail Address (Optional)

Home Address Building Number

Street Name Unit Number Lot/con


Mailing Address (if different from above) Building Number Street Name Unit Number Lot/con

City


2) Examination Information a) I have successfully completed the following Ministry examination (check one):

Powers and Duties of RCA; or Powers and Duties of CBO; or General Legal/Process; or Designer Legal/Process

on ___________, and have successfully completed the Ministry’s examination program relating to the technical aspects of the (dd/mm/yyyy) Code referred to below. Check the category or categories in (b) in which you have successfully completed examinations or received Advanced Standing.

b) Categories of Qualification

Examination Exam Date (dd/mm/yyyy) Examination

Exam Date (dd/mm/yyyy) Examination

Exam Date (dd/mm/yyyy)

House Small Buildings Large Buildings Complex Buildings Building Structural

HVAC House Detection, Lighting and

Power Building Services Fire Protection

Plumbing House Plumbing All

Buildings On Site Sewage

Systems

3) Fee – the fee payable upon filing this form is $80.00 Payment Option 1 – Credit Card: Visa or Mastercard or AMEX (circle one) Payment Option 2 – Certified Cheque or Money Order Name of Cardholder: Card Number:

Expiry:

Amount: $80.00 Signature of Cardholder

Payable to: Minister of Finance Mail to: Registration Unit Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Fax to: (416) 585-7531

4) Signature – This form must be signed and dated by the person filing this form I certify that the information contained in this form is true and correct. Date:_________________(dd/mm/yyyy) Signature: ________________________________________________ *Except as provided in Sentence 2.17.5.1.(2) other designers are those persons who carry out design activities but are not required under Sentence 2.17.4.1.(1) to be registered with the director. Personal information provided on this form is collected under the authority of Section 2.17.5 of the Building Code, and will be used in the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act, 1992. Questions about the collection of personal information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition.


Updating of Qualifications – Other Designers (03/05)


Updating of Qualifications - Other Designers This information is required under Subsection 2.17.5 of the Building Code. 1) Applicant Information Last Name


Building Code Identification Number (BCIN)

E-mail Address (Optional)

Residential Address Building Number Street Name Unit Number Lot/con


Home Telephone ( ) Business Telephone ( )

E-mail Address

Residential Mailing Address (if different from above) Building Number Street Name Unit Number Lot/con

City


2) Categories of Qualification Check only the category/categories below that you are adding to your existing qualification, in which you have successfully completed examinations or have received Advanced Standing from the Ministry. New Advanced Standing will not be assessed with this form. Exam Date

dd/mm/yyyy Exam Date

dd/mm/yyyy Exam Date

dd/mm/yyyy House Small Buildings Large Buildings Complex Buildings Building Structural

HVAC – House Detection, Lighting

and Power Building Services Fire Protection

Plumbing House Plumbing All Buildings On Site Sewage Systems

3) Fee – $0.00 Fee is not applicable for updating of qualifications. 4) Signature – This form must be signed and dated by the person filing this form I certify that the information contained in this form is true and correct. Date:__________________ (dd/mm/yyyy) Signature: ________________________________________________ Personal information provided on this form is collected under the authority of Section 2.17 of the Building Code, and will be used in the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Building Code. Questions about the collection of personal information may be addressed to the Manager, Code Interpretation, Registration and Training, Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 777 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 (416) 585-6666. This form is subject to change. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for latest edition.


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Insurance

Insurance Providers

Certain designers and all RCAs must carry professional indemnity insurance meeting requirements in Section 2.21 of

the Building Code. Insurance Certificates, which are required to verify insurance coverage, can be obtained through one

of the Insurance Brokers or Agents listed below. A representative of the insurance firm providing the coverage is

required to sign a Certificate of Insurance which must be attached to the registration form and submitted to the

Ministry’s Registry Office.

Disclaimer:

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing does not specifically endorse or recommend any of the insurance brokers,

agents or insurers on this list. The list is not necessarily a complete list of brokers, agents or insurers. The list will be

updated as appropriate. Other brokers or agents may be able to arrange for coverage. Other insurers will be added to

the list when their insurance certificates have been approved by the Ministry.


















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Insurance Brokers or

Agents Contact Persons, Telephone Numbers, E-mail Addresses

Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc.

Ottawa:

1-800-267-9364

[email protected],

Toronto:

Donna Millingen,

(416) 868-5791

[email protected] ,

(416) 868-5739

Stella Lee, [email protected]

Firstbrook, Cassie &

Anderson Ltd.

Evan Russell,

(416) 486-1421 x239

[email protected],

Geoffrey H. Binks

Geoffrey Binks,

(613) 226-1350

[email protected],

Gulliver Insurance Brokers Max Pichler,

(519) 326-9339


mailto:[email protected]





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Hugh Wood Canada Ltd.

Sabina Taylor,

[email protected]

Peter Went,

(416) 229-6600/(800) 240-7055

[email protected]

Pro-Form Insurance

Robert Wilson,

(905) 305-1054

[email protected]

Raymond Insurance BrokersMike Valle,

(705) 560-3750

Fenn & Fenn Insurance

Practice Inc.

Simon J. Fenn,

(905) 836-5744

[email protected],

Sinclair-Cockburn Financial

Group

Kimberly McKenzie,

[email protected]

Bruce Bone,

(416) 494-7700

[email protected]

McFarlan Rowlands

Insurance

Marc Seguin,

(519) 471-4538

[email protected],









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Adriatic Insurance Brokers*

Joe Capogna,

1-800-267-7636 ext. 2266

[email protected] ,

Federated Insurance **

Bob Poklitar,

(204) 784-6729

[email protected],

Mumby Insurance Brokers

Inc.

Toll Free: 1-800-446-5745

Anthea Mumby,

[email protected]

Jason Cain,

[email protected]

Halpenny Insurance

Brokers Ltd.

Don Lamoureux,

(613) 722-7626 ext 233

[email protected] ,

Hunter Keilty Muntz and

Beatty

J.W. Gelston,

(416) 597-4611

[email protected] ,

McDougall Insurance

Brokers Ltd.

Scott Zurrer,

1-800-361-0941 or (613) 966 -7001,

[email protected]









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Cowan Insurance Brokers

Limited

Jay Riegling,

1-888-732-5866,

[email protected]

Blue Sky Financial Group

Marc Baril, C.A.I.B.,

(705) 497-3723 Ext. 224

Fax (705) 497-3557,

[email protected]

PSA Insurance Services

Limited

Robyn Beswick, B.A., CIP,

(905) 889-4933 ext. 311

[email protected]

G&B Allen Insurance

Brokers Limited

Steve Moran, Warkworth Office

705-924-2632

705-924-3385 fax

[email protected]

Magermans and Raes

Insurance Brokers Limited.

Tony Magermans

Phone 1-519-336-4620

Fax 1-519-336-4822

Toll Free 1-800-268-4857

[email protected]

R. Robertson Insurance

Brokers Inc.

Greg Robertson,

416-780-9906 (P)

416-780-9908 (F)







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Dinan Insurance/Financial

Services Ltd

Grant J. Dinan BA, RIB CAIB

tel:705-675-1454 x -220

fax:705 675 8081

Julie Bedard 705-675-1454 x-217

TOLL FREE; 1-888-54DINAN

email: [email protected]

Cregoe, Mealing & Clarke

Mario Zganjer

(905) 845-2300 ext 353

[email protected]

Marsh Canada Limited

Barry Smith

(T) 416-349-4889

(F) 416-349-4518

[email protected]

Stevenson & Hunt

Insurance Brokers Limited.

London (Head Office):

Tel. 519.646.5800, Toll free: 1-800-265-5956, Fax: 519 646-5812

Waterloo:

Tel: 519 772-0972, Toll free: 1-800-7720972, Fax: 519 772-09777

Cambridge:

Tel: 519 740-7500, Toll free: 1 800-265-7850, Fax: 519 623-9313

Toronto:

Tel: 905 760-5569, Toll free: 1 800-755-0655, Fax: 905 760-5573





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Petley-Hare Limited

Francis Harrison R.I.B. (Ont)., Oshawa

Tel: 905 -420-5672

Fax: 905-420-0558

[email protected]

Insurance Companies Providing Coverage in Accordance with Section 2.21 of the Building Code

ENCON Group Inc.

Please contact your broker.

Insurance company contact: Derek Holloway,

(613)786-2240,

[email protected]

XL Insurance Company

LimitedPlease contact your broker.

Commerce & Industry

Insurance Company of

Canada***

Please contact your broker.

Aon Reed Stenhouse-

Lloyds of London Insurance

product ****

Donna Millingen,

(416) 868-5791

[email protected] ,

Elliott Special Risks Limited Please contact your broker

Notes:





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* Adriatic Insurance Brokers arranges errors and omissions coverage for HVAC contractor-designers certified or

registered with HRAI.

** Federated Insurance arranges errors and omissions insurance coverage up to a limit of $250,000 per claim, for

mechanical contractors undertaking design activities in-house.

*** Please contact your local broker to arrange coverage. This firm provides insurance coverge for medium-sized and

larger firms. The mimimum insurance premium for coverage provided by the Commerce and Industry Insurance

Company of Canada is $25,000 per annum.

**** This insurance product provides coverage for designers who are not affiliated with an association representing

designers. These "non-affiliated" designers will still be required to register with the Ministry.

General

Under changes to the Building Code Act. 1992, and the Building Code, which take effect on January 1, 2006, certain

firms engaged in the business of providing design services to the public will be required to register with the Ministry

and carry professional liability insurnace.

The Building Code was amended on May 19, 2005 to extend the implementation period of the building regulatory

changes from July 1, 2005 to January 1, 2006 for certain key elements of the regulations, including those related to

designer qualification and registration. Registered Code Agencies (RCAs) are also required to carry professional liability

insurance and can still register for the period beginning on July 1, 2005.

Extended Reporting Period for RCAs

Only RCAs are required to carry insurance with an extended reporting period of two years as specified under Section


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2.21 of the Building Code. The requirement for insurance with an extended reporting period does not apply to design

firms.

Certificates of Insurance

The Ministry requires Certificates of Insurance to verify that designers and RCAs have the professional liability

insurance specified in the Building Code under Section 2.21. The Ministry has reviewed and approved Insurance

Certificates from those insurance firms included on the list of Insurance Providers.

Certificates of Insurance can be obtained through insurance brokers. Insurance firms providing the insurance coverage

are required to complete and sign the Certificates of Insurance which must be attached to the registration form

submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

Contact

For more information, contact Michael de Lint, Senior Policy Advisor at (416) 585-7583 or [email protected].

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Updated: June 29, 2005




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