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On Site Sewage Installers

● Examination Program

Examination Program for On-site Sewage System Installers● Advanced Standing Application

Application to request advanced standing for a Building Code qualification examination● Examination Syllabi

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

Dates, times and locations for Building Code qualification examinations● Examination Application

Application to request Building Code qualification examination sitting ● Candidate Protocol

Examination Program Candidate Protocol including how examinations are conducted and candidate activities before, during and after an examination

● Testing Accommodation Policy

Accommodation policy for candidates who have a disability and are unable to take examinations under standard conditions● On Site Sewage System Installer Application for Registration

Application form used by persons engaged in the business of constructing on site, installing, repairing, servicing, cleaning or emptying sewage systems

● On Site Sewage System Installer Application for Renewal of Registration

Renewal application form used by persons engaged in the business of constructing on site, installing, repairing, servicing, cleaning or emptying sewage systems

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Policies and Procedures Examination Program for On-site Sewage System Installers

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

November 2003 Building and Development Branch

Ministry of Municipal Affairs

www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca

Building and Development Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs Examination Program Policies/Procedures for On-site Sewage System Installers – November 2003 Page 1 of 5

Policies and Procedures Examination Program for On-site Sewage System Installers

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 ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM INSTALLERS ....................................................................................................... 4

3.0 APPLICATION TO WRITE EXAMINATIONS .............................................. 5

Questions related to this document or for further information, contact

Registration Coordinator Building and Development Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs 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 on-site sewage system installers, administered and authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs as referenced in Section 2.18. of the Ontario Building Code (OBC). Policies and Procedures for building practitioner examinations for chief building officials and inspectors, designers 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 2.29., which were added to the OBC through Ontario Regulation 305/03. The qualifications for on-site sewage system installers are described in Section 2.18. of the amended OBC. The qualifications which on-site sewage system installers must have, include:

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

(2) Registration 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 on-site sewage system installers.


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

Persons engaged in the business of constructing on-site, installing, repairing, servicing, cleaning or emptying sewage systems (on-site sewage system installers)

To be qualified, on-site sewage system installers must be registered with the Director. Among other things, registration requires the filing of information on certain individuals who have successfully completed the Examination Program – see OBC Clause 2.18.3.2.(1)(a).

1.3. Date of effect The requirement that on-site sewage system installers have the qualifications referenced in Section 2.18 of the OBC (as amended by Ontario Regulation 305/03) took effect September 1, 2003. On-site sewage system installers that were licensed prior to September 1, 2003 are deemed to be qualified. 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. 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 2.18.3.8. of the OBC references the updating of qualifications for on-site sewage system installers).


2.0 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM INSTALLERS

This subsection outlines the Examination Program administered or authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for the purposes of Section 2.18. of the OBC. The Examination Program for persons who supervise construction on site, installation, repair, servicing, cleaning or emptying sewage systems [2.18.3.2.(1)(a) of the OBC], must successfully complete:

1. Technical examination • The examination entitled “On-site Sewage Supervisor – 1997”

An on-site sewage system installer will need to be registered with the Director to be qualified in this category.


3.0 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 “Licensing 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, Building and Development Branch. Examination applications must be received three (3) weeks in advance of the examination date and must include the $80 fee for paper filing or $70 fee for electronic filing. Applicants that have submitted a complete application 3 weeks in advance of the examination date 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 3 weeks 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).

FormE (03/09) Page 1 of 1

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Disponible en français

Advanced Standing Application

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)585-6656 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. Refer to www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca and Advanced Standing Application – Instructions for additional information

1) 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) Home Address Number

Street Name Unit Number

City

Province Postal Code Country

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

FormE(03/09) Page 1 of 1

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:

FormE(03/09) Page 2 of 2

• 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 or Fax Application and Documentation 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 If payment is by credit card you may also send the completed form and documentation by facsimile to: (416) 585-7531 The Advanced Standing Application and accompanying instructions are subject to change. Visit www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca for the latest versions. Disponible en français

Assess your Advanced Standing (AS) 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 completed 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 (AS) 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 completed 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

Qualification Examination Syllabi Page 1 of 27 September 3, 2003

Ministry of Minitère deMunicipal Affairs Affairs municipalesand Housing et du Logement

2nd Floor 2 ième étage777 Bay Street 777, rue BayToronto ON M5G 2E5 Toronto ON M5G 2E5Telephone: (416)585-6666 Téléphone: (416)585-6666Fax: (416)585-7531 Télécopiecer: (416)585-7531www .obc.mah.gov.on.ca www .obc.mah.gov.on.ca

Building Code Act and Building CodeQualification Examination Syllabi

Released September 3, 2003

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Powers and Duties of a Chief Building Official Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Powers and Duties of a Registered Code Agency Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Technical Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Small Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Large Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Large Building Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Complex Building Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Plumbing - House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Plumbing - All Buildings Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15HVAC - House Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Building Services Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Building Structural Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20On-Site Sewage System Supervisor Syllabus, 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22On-Site Sewage System Inspector Syllabus, 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Fire Protection Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Fire Protection Advanced Standing Syllabus, 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26


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. A companion document, The Building Code Act and Building Code QualificationExamination Program, sets out the examination program requirements for specific buildingpractitioners regulated under Sections 2.16, 2.17, 2.18, and 2.19 of the Ontario Building Code.

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 theCode (health, safety, fire protection, structural sufficiency, accessibility,conservation and 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 Act, 2003 (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]

Powers and Duties of a Chief Building Official Syllabus, 2003

1. The Building Code Act,* all

2. The Building Code:*




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

1. The Building Code Act,* all

2. The Building Code:*







* 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, 20031. 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 and



Joists, 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

1. The Building Code:


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

3.15. Additional Requirements for Change of Use, 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 3 – Fire Protection, Occupant Safety and Accessibility, 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


3.7.4.17. Water Temperature Control, all


3.11.8.1. Public Pool - Reticulation Systems, all

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

Part 7 – Plumbing, all

Part 9 – Small Buildings, only:



9.31 – Plumbing Facilities, all

[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]


Building Services Syllabus, 20031. The Building Code:


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

3.12.7. Emergency Ventilation, 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.



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 forFixed-Access Ladders

Supplementary 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, 20031. The Building Code:


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

3.1.8.12. Hold-Open 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:

3.9.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems, all

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

9.10.18. Smoke Alarms, 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.


[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:

3.9.3.3. Fire Alarm Systems, 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





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.


[End of Fire Protection Advanced Standing Syllabus]

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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.

● General Legal/Process - 2003 ● Powers and Duties of CBO - 2003 ● House - 2003 ● Small Buildings - 2003 ● Large Buildings - 2003 ● HVAC-House - 2003 ● Building Services - 2003 ● Building Structural - 2003 ● Plumbing-House - 2003 ● Plumbing-All Buildings - 2003 ● On-site Sewage Systems - Supervisor - 1997 ● On-site Sewage Systems - Inspector - 1997

The following Building Code examinations will be made available in the coming weeks, and this site will be updated as they become available.

● Powers and Duties of RCA - 2003 ● Complex Buildings - 2003

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● Fire Protection - 2003 ● Advanced Standing Large Buildings ● Advanced Stanidng Fire Protection

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

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

Mississauga Nov 4, 2003 9:00 am closed

Mississauga Nov 4, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Sudbury Nov 17, 2003 9:00 am closed

Sudbury Nov 17, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Parry Sound Nov 21, 2003 10:00 am closed

Toronto Nov 22, 2003 9:00 am closed

Toronto Nov 22, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Ottawa Nov 24, 2003 9:00 am closed

Ottawa Nov 24, 2003 1:00 pm closed

London Nov 26, 2003 9:00 am closed

London Nov 26, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Richmond Hill Dec 5, 2003 9:00 am closed

Richmond Hill Dec 5, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Kitchener Dec 5, 2003 9:00 am closed

Kitchener Dec 5, 2003 1:00 pm closed

North Bay Dec 8, 2003 9:00 am closed

North Bay Dec 8, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Sault Ste. Marie Dec 10, 2003 10:00 am closed

Windsor Dec 12, 2003 9:00 am closed


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Windsor Dec 12, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Oro-Medonte Dec 15, 2003 9:00 am closed

Oro-Medonte Dec 15, 2003 1:00 pm closed

Toronto Dec 18, 2003 9:00 am open

Toronto Dec 18, 2003 1:00 pm open

Thunder Bay Dec 18, 2003 10:00 am open

Kitchener Jan 16, 2004 9:00 am open

Kitchener Jan 16, 2004 1:00 am open

Toronto Jan 19, 2004 9:00 am pending

Toronto Jan 19, 2004 1:00 pm pending

Chatham Jan 23, 2004 9:00 am open

Chatham Jan 23, 2004 1:00 pm open

Mississauga Jan 23, 2004 9:00 am open

Mississauga Jan 23, 2004 1:00 pm open

Ottawa Jan 27, 2004 9:00 am open

Ottawa Jan 27, 2004 1:00 pm open

Niagara Falls Feb 6, 2004 9:00 am open

Niagara Falls Feb 6, 2004 1:00 pm open

Oakville Feb 11, 2004 9:00 am open

Oakville Feb 11, 2004 1:00 pm open

Kitchener Feb 13, 2004 9:00 am open

Kitchener Feb 13, 2004 1:00 pm open

St. Catherines Feb 17, 2004 9:00 am open

St. Catherines Feb 17, 2004 1:00 pm open

Niagara Falls Feb 20, 2004 9:00 am open

Niagara Falls Feb 20, 2004 1:00 pm open

Cobourg Mar 22, 2004 9:00 am open

Cobourg Mar 22, 2004 1:00 pm open

Cobourg April 16, 2004 9:00 am open

Cobourg April 16, 2004 1:00 pm open

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

● Contact North Sites


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FormE(0309) 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

Building Structural HVAC – House Building Services Plumbing – House Plumbing – All Buildings

On-site Sewage Systems -Inspector On-site Sewage Systems -Supervisor Fire Protection (inspectors only) AS Fire Protection (inspectors only)

General Chief Building Official Registered Code Agent

2) Select an Examination Site and Examination Time (21 days notice required) Choice Facility Name 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 Address Building Number

Street Name Unit Number Lot/con

City


Telephone ( )

E-mail Address

Residential Mailing Address (if different from above) Building Number

Street Name Unit 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 4) 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

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:___________________________________________________________


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 non-transferable 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, Ontario 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


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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:


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● 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 pla