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🔹Scope – Commercial Building Inspector
A Commercial Building Inspector is responsible for examining commercial structures to verify compliance with the building codes and standards adopted by their jurisdiction. This certification level authorizes inspectors to evaluate buildings of all sizes and occupancies. Duties include ensuring that design, materials, and construction methods meet code requirements and that completed work aligns with approved plans and specifications.
🔹 Exam Information
About the ICC Commercial Building Inspector Exam
- Based on:
- 2024 International Building Code (IBC)
- ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
- Concrete Manual: Concrete Quality and Field Practices 2021
- Format: Open-book, multiple choice
- Time: 3.5 hours (80 questions)
- Passing Score: 75%
🔹Exam Content Breakdown – 2024 Commercial Building Inspector🔹
| Exam Section | Suggested Study Chapters / Focus |
|---|---|
| ✅ General Administration (6%) | IBC Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration |
| ✅ Building Planning (20%) | IBC Chapters 3–6 – Use and Occupancy, Heights and Areas, Types of Construction, Fire-Resistance, and Interior Environment |
| ✅ Footings and Foundations (8%) | IBC Chapter 18 – Soils and Foundations |
| ✅ Floor Construction (8%) | IBC Chapters 16 & 19–23 – Structural Design, Concrete, Steel, Wood, |
| ✅ Wall Construction and Coverings (21%) | IBC Chapters 16, 19–23 – Structural Walls IBC Chapter 14 – Exterior Walls and Coverings |
| ✅ Roof/Ceiling Construction (6%) | IBC Chapter 15 – Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures |
| ✅ Public Safety and Special Construction (31%) | IBC Chapter 10 (Means of Egress) IBC Chapters 12–15 (Interior Finishes, Insulation, Glazing) IBC Chapter 31 (Special Construction) IBC Chapter 17 (Special Inspections) |
🔹 Study Tips
- Focus extra time on the highest-weighted sections — they carry the most points on the exam.
- Mark your codebook with tabs for fast navigation.
- Practice under timed conditions to simulate real test pressure.
- Use flashcards for quick lookup and instant feedback when reviewing material.
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