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CODES AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Met ro Manila, Philippines
1. RA 9266 is an act providing for a more responsive and comprehensive regulation for the
registration, licensing and practice of architecture, repealing for the purpose republic act
no_________.
a.) ra 455
b.) ra 545
c.) ra 454
2. Is the art, science or profession of planning, designing and constructing buildings in their totality
taking into account their environment, in accordance with the principles of utility, strength and
beauty
a.) arkitektura
b.) architecture
c.) architect
3. Means an architect registered and licensed under RA9266, who is directly and professionally
responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project
a.) Architect of Record
b.) Architect in Charge of Construction
c.) Consulting Architect
4. Means the architect registered and licensed under RA9266 , who is directly and professionally
responsible for the total design of the project for the client and who shall assume the civil
liability for the plans, specifications and contract documents he/she has signed and sealed;
5. Means the architect registered and licensed or permitted to practice under this RA9266, who is
professionally and academically qualified and with exceptional or recognized expertise or
specialization in any branch of architecture;
6. Scope of Practice of Architecture according to RA 9266

a.) planning, architectural designing and structural conceptualization
b.) construction arbitration
c.) All of the above
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7. Means the act of conceiving, choosing and developing the type, disposition, arrangement and
proportioning of the structural elements of an architectural work giving due consideration to
safety, cost-effectiveness, functionality and aesthetics
a.) Structural Design
b.) Structural Frame Work
c.) Structural Conceptualization
8. A duly notarized written contract or equivalent public instrument stipulating the scope of
services and guaranteeing compensation of such services to be rendered by an architect.
a.) Contract
b.) Service Agreement
c.) Design Contract
9. Which is correct?
a.) Integrated and Accredited Principal Organization of Architects
b.) Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
c.) Integrated and Accredited Philippine Organization of Architects
10. Professional Regulation Commission, hereinafter referred to as the Commission, to be composed

of a chairman and _____members appointed by the President of the Philippines from a lists of
three (3) recommendees chosen from a list _________ for each position submitted to the
Commission by the integrated and the accredited professional organization of architects.
a.) 2/5
b.) 3/6
c.) 2/10
11. The Architect as a good citizen shall abide and observe the laws and regulations of the
government and comply with the standards of ethical conduct and practice of the profession in
the Philippines. He shall at no time act in a manner detrimental to the best interest of the
profession.
a.) architects responsibility to the people
b.) architects responsibility to his client
c.) architect responsibility to his colleagues and subordinates
12. The Architect shall not render professional services, without compensation except for small civic
or charity project. He shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis
prior to definite agreement with the Client for the commission of the project.
c.) architect responsibility to his colleagues and subordinates
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13. The Architect shall immediately upon his personal knowledge and inspection, reject or condemn
materials, equipment or workmanship which is not in conformity with the Contract Documents in order
not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to the Contractor.
c.) none of the above
14. The Architect shall immediately upon his personal knowledge and inspection, reject or condemn
materials, equipment or workmanship which are not in conformity with the Contract Documents in order
not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to the Contractor. What is the maximum allowable
ramp slope for PWDs?
a.) 10%
b.) 12%
c.) 1:10
d.) 1:12
15. What year was the National Building Code signed?

a.) 1977
b.) 1966
c.) 1978
d.) 1976
16. The PD 1096 or the National Building Code of the Philippines was known previously as "___________:
An Act to
Ordain and Institute a National Building Code of the Philippines" until it was revised.
a.) RA 6541
b.) RA 6544
c.) RA 6566
d.) RA 6514
17. What is the maximum allowable ramp slope for vehicles?

a. 10%
b. 12%
c. 1:6
d. 1:12
18. For ramps using the maximum allowable slope, a landing must be provided after every 6.00m of
horizontal travel distance. What is the minimum length of this landing?
a.) 1.00
b.) 1.20
c.) 1.50
d.) 2.00
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19. Which is NOT a qualification of Members of the Professional Regulatory Board?

a.) a citizen and resident of the Philippines
b.) a holder of units in Bachelor of Science in Architecture conferred by a school, college or
university in the Philippines or abroad that is recognized and/or accredited by the Commission
on Higher Education (CHED)
c.) Has never been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude.
20. What is the minimum width required for a dropped curb leading to a 1.20m-wide crossing?
a.) 0.90m
b.) 1.00m
c.) 1.20m
d.)1.50m
21. What is the minimum dimension of the required turnabout space for walkways and what should
be the maximum distance between two turnabout spaces?
a.) Minimum dimension of 1.20m, maximum dimension of 15.00m
b.) Minumum dimension of 1.50m, maximum dimension of 12.00m
c.) Minimum dimension of 1.20m, maximum dimension of 12.00m
d.) Minimum dimension of 1.50m, maximum dimension of 15.00m
22. Handrails are required for ramps, stairs, and dropped curbs at crossings. These handrails should
be installed at what height/s?
a.) 700mm and 800mm
b.) 800mm and 900mm
c.) 900mm and 1000m
d.) 900mm only
23. The term used for any physical change made on a building/ structure to increase its value, utility
and/ or to improve its aesthetic quality
a.) Addition
b.) Renovation
c.) Renovation
d.) Renovate
24. The term used in buildings/structures involving changes in the materials used, partitioning,
location/size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities and equipment but does not increase
the building height and/or floor area.
a.) Addition
b.) Alteration
c.) Renovation
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25. Which is not included in the powers and function of the board?
a.) Issue, suspend, revoke, or reinstate the Certificate of Registration and the professional
Identification Card for the practice of the architecture profession;
b.) Adopt an official seal of the Board.
c.) File a case against architects who commited crimes against RA9266
26. What is the minimum width of an accessible parking slot?

a.) 2.15m
b.) 2.50m
c.) 2.70m
d.) 3.70m
27. What is required to be provided at the bottom and the top of a ramp?
a.) A turnabout space with a minimum dimension of 1.50m
b.) A vestibule with a level space at least 1.50m wide and 2.00m deep
c.) A curb with a minimum height of 100mm
d.) A level area not less than 1.80m in length
28. What are the minimum dimensions of a toilet stall for PWDs?
a.) 1.50m x 1.50m
b.) 1.50m x 1.80m
c.) 1.70m x 1.80m
d.) 1.80m x 2.00m
29. What are the minimum dimensions required for elevators?

a.) Hoistway inside dimensions of 1.10m x 1.40m
b.) Car inside dimensions of 1.10m x 1.40m
c.) Hoistway inside dimensions of 1.10m x 1.70m
d.) Car inside dimensions of 1.10m x 1.70m
30. What is the maximum travel distance allowed for accessible elevators?
a.) 10.00m from entrance
b.) 15.00m from entrance
c.) 20.00m from entrance
d.) 30.00m from entrance
31. For PWD washrooms, what is the maximum height allowed for a lavatory counter?
a.) 750mm
b.) 800mm
c.) 850mm
d.) 900mm
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32. A central refuge area with a minimum depth of 1.50m is required for crossings if the width of the
road to be crossed exceeds
a.) 6.50m
b.) 8.00m
c.) 10.00m
d.) 12.00m
33. What is the minimum headroom for walkways according to BP344?

a.) 1.80m
b.) 2.00m
c.) 2.10m
d.) 3.00m
34. For drainage purposes, a maximum cross gradient of ____________ toward the road is allowed
for dropped curbs.
a.) 1:12
b.) 1:20
c.) 12%
d.) 20%
35. In 2004, an act to institutionalize the use of an Alternative Dispute Resolution in the country
took effect. Under this law, Construction Disputes will now go to Arbitration/ Mediation instead
of the regular courts. What is this Law?
a.) RA 9285
b.) RA 9858
c.) RA 9262
d.) RA 9255
SITUATION: Gillian Rose is a degree holder of Architecture. She graduated from Central
Mindanao College. Gillian is Half Filipino and Half Chinese. She is naturalized by birth. She
graduated on the March 2014 and worked as an apprentice in a firm in manila.
36. On what year must Gillian took the Architectural Board Exam?
a.) 2015
b.) 2014
c.) 2016
d.) 2017
37. Is she allowed to take the board exam in manila?

a.) No. because she must take it in Davao
b.) No. because she is not born in Manila
c.) Yes. because she works in Manila
d.) Yes. Because it doesn’t matter
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38. Is she allowed to take the board even though she is half Chinese?
a.) No. because we hate China
b.) No. because she is not considered as a Filipino according to the law
c.) Yes. She is naturalized by birth
d.) Yes. She is a Filipino considering her parents.
39. Is she allowed to take the board exam on the end of 2015 is she has a masteral degree?
a.) No. because that’s unfair
b.) No. because only 2 years of apprenticeship is allowed by the law
c.) Yes. Because it is considered as 1 year
d.) Yes. She is has a great record.
40. According to RA 9266, What grades must she obtain in order to pass?
a.) To be qualified as having passed the licensure examination for architects, a candidate must
obtain a weighted general average of seventy percent (70%), with no grade lower than fifty
percent (50%) in any given subject.
b.) To be qualified as having passed the licensure examination for architects, a candidate must
obtain a weighted general average of seventy five percent (75%), with no grade lower than fifty
percent (50%) in any given subject.
.
SITUATION: You just passed the board exam on the end of January 2020. Your Aunt
commissioned you to be the Architect of their New Home in BF. Homes Paranaque. It is a 200
sq.m Corner lot. You are still waiting for your Oath Taking and is on mall hunting for your dress.
41. Will you a site visit and ask for details of their Dream house during this time?
a.) Yes
b.) No, because you don’t have license yet and is not allowed to practice without the oath taking.
c.) No, ask them to congratulate you first
d.) No, because there is no service agreement yet.
42. After your registration in PRC, What shall you do?

a.) Buy your family tickets for Oath taking
b.) Go to UAP to register and pay Iapoa
c.) Go to UAP and register for your exam number
d.) Go to Prc and verify your score
43. After your Oath taking you already have your license. You set an Initial meeting with your Aunt.
She asked you to prepare your Pre design Proposal. Which must be included on your proposal?
a.) Scope of Work
b.) Manner of Payment
c.) Owner Responsibilities
d.) All of the above
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44. Aunt calls upon you to give oral or written advice and direction, to make evaluations and
appraisals regarding a contemplated project and similar activities.
a.) Consultation
b.) Pre Consultation
c.) Adviser
45. Detailed analysis of the project based on pre-feasibility studies will determine the viability of a
proposed development. The studies will set the project against present and future trends to
forecast how it will perform over time. This requires primary data gathering and analysis.
a.) Consultation
b.) Pre-Feasibility
c.) Feasibility Studies
46. The detailed analysis of the site involves the identification of a site’s development potentials
through the proper utilization of land. The analysis covers the context of the site as well as that
of its surrounding environment and the development controls that apply to the site.
a.) Site Utilization and Land Use Studies
b.) Site Selection Analysis
c.) Swot analysis
47. What SPP Document shall you refer to for Pre Design Services?
a.) SPP 203
b.) SPP 200
c.) SPP 201
SITUATION: Arch. Villarta is assigned to be an Architect for a subdivision and housing
development for a 10 hectare land. It will be situated in the heart of Cebu City.
48. What is land use planning??
a.) Land use planning refers to the rational and judicious approach of allocating available land
resources to different land use activities, (e.g. agricultural, residential, industrial and for different
functions consistent with the overall development vision/goal of a particular locality.
b.) It entails the detailed process of determining the location and area of land required for the
implementation of social and economic development, policies, plans, programs and projects.
c.) Only a
49. What are the goals of land use planning?

i. promote the efficient acquisition, utilization and disposition of land and ensure the
optimum use thereof;
ii. direct, harmonize, influence discussions and activities of the private and public
sectors relative to the land use and management of land;
iii. reconcile land use conflicts and proposals between and among individuals, private
and government entities relative to the present and future needs for land;
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iv. promote desirable patterns and land uses to prevent wasteful development and
minimize the cost of public infrastructure and utilities and other social services,
v. conserve and implementation of all laws in areas of ecological, aesthetic,
historical and cultural significance.
a.) I,II,IV
b.) I,II,III,IV
c.) I,II,III,V
d.) I,II,V
50. Consists of a map showing how the use of land in a specific area will be regulated, as well as a
written document containing a profile of the Local Government Unit (LGU), its vision and the
strategies on how it will achieve its vision.
a.) CLUP
b.) Land Use Map
c.) Topo Map
d.) Business Center Map
51. A ___________is a computerized system for dealing with information about geographically
located features. It is embedded in over 80% of all goods and services an LGU provides. In its
simplest form, can be used to create a map for the user on demand; in its more complex form, it
becomes a database with millions of pieces of data that are geographically related, and can be
displayed in a format that the user may select to make complex interrelationships visually
understandable.
a.) GIS
b.) GSIS
c.) Geotech map
52. What specific projects are required by law to be registered with the HLURB?
1. subdivisions, including residential, commercial, farmlot, and industrial subdivisions;
2. condominiums, including residential and commercial condominiums; and
3. cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria.
a.) 1,2,3
b.) 1, 2
53. what is UDHA?
a.) Urban Data and Housing Act
b.) Urban Development and Housing Act
c.) Urban Developer and Housing Act
d.) Urban Data and Housing Action
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54. What are the basic necessities of shelter or housing according to their order of priority?
I. Water
II. Solid and liquid waste disposal
III. Movement and circulation
IV. Storm drainage
V. Power
VI. Parks and/or playgrounds
a. I, II, III, IV, V, VI

b. I,III, IV, V, II, VI
c. I, III, IV, II, VI, V
d. None of the above
55. Should housing projects conform with the zoning ordinance of the city or municipality where
they are situated?
a.) Yes. Generally, housing projects should conform to the Zoning Ordinance of the LGU where
they are be located and must therefore be in suitable sites for housing such as areas zoned as
residential.
b.) Yes. To avoid accidents
c.) Only A is wrong
d.) Both
56. Refers to a person, natural or juridical, who develops or improves for and in behalf of the owner
of a project required by law to be registered with the HLURB.
a.) Development
b.) Developer
c.) Firm
d.) Contractor
57. Can a chapel be constructed in an open space reserved for parks and playgrounds?
a.) No. An open pace reserved for parks and playground is non-buildable and the construction of a
chapel or other subdivision facilities may only be done in an open space not reserved for parks
and playground.
b.) Yes. Because Open space allocation can be adjusted
c.) No. Because it is non-profitable area
d.) Yes. Because not all subdivision have children
58. What will be the specific uses of the non-saleable areas?
a.) Non-saleable areas shall conform to the minimum requirements for open space which comprise
those areas allotted for the circulation system, community facilities and parks and playground.
b.) Non-saleable areas shall conform to the minimum requirements for open space which comprise
those areas allotted for the road circulation, community facilities and recreational facilities.
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c.) Non-saleable areas shall conform to the minimum requirements for open space which comprise
those areas allotted for the road system, community facilities and parks.
d.) Non-saleable areas shall conform to the minimum requirements for open space which comprise
those areas allotted for the pathway and road circulation, community facilities, churches,
emergency facilities, utilities and parks and playground.
59. Soil testing is the duty of?

a. Engineer
b. Const. Manager
c. Architect
d. Owner
60. Whose responsibility is it to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy upon completion of the project?
a. Architect
b. Owner
c. Contractor
61. Who "locates" the points?

a. Architect
b. Geodetic Engineer
c. Civil Engineer
d. Geotechnical Engineer
62. Who determines time and cost of the project?

a. Project Manager
b. General contractor
c. Owner
d. Architect
63. Who is responsible for shortening the time and lessening the cost of the project?
a. Architect
b. Project Manager
c. Contractor
d. Client
64. Who owns the Plans?

a. Engineer
b. Owner
c. Architect
d. Contractor
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65. A Plan is drawn by a company Draftsman under the supervision of a Registered and Licensed
Architect (RLA). Who owns the said document?
a. Draftsman
b. Company
c. RLA
d. Client
66. Who keeps the record on site?

a. Owner
b. Supervisor
c. Architect
d. Contractor
67. Who prepares As-Built plans?

a. Contractor
b. Engineer
c. Architect
SITUATION:You have a new client Mr. James Rhoades who has a brother Arch. Nathan
Rhoades who are both US citizen. His Wife, Ms. Lauren Rhoades is a Filipina and they want to
build a mansion which will be located in Tagaytay Highlands. It is an 800 sq.meter lot.
68. Mr and Mrs Rhoades ask you if they can have the lot named after them. What will you tell them?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Give me 5 dollars First
69. Arch. Nathan is already ready with some sketches of and studies for the project. Is he allowed to
practice here?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Give me 10,000 dollars first
d. Yes. But he must check with the guidelines of our code
70. Mr. and Mrs. Rhoades would like to commission you to do the design of the House. How much
would you ask them as a professional fee. If the estimated value of the house is 50m.
a. 500k
b. 5m
c. 1m
d. 2m
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71. Mr. and Mrs. Rhoades gathers relevant information and data leading to the definition of the
requirements of the project, including the scope of the your services is included in the:
a. Project Definition Phase
b. Regular Services of an Architect
c. Schematic Design Phase
d. Design Development Phase
72. The documents consisting of plans, elevations, sections and other Drawings is included in the:
73. outline specifications to fix and illustrate the size and character of the entire project as to type of
materials, type of structural, electrical, mechanical, sanitary, electronic and communications
systems included in the:
74. consisting of detailed designs and Doc 202 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) 3 of
11 construction drawings, setting forth in detail the work required for the architectural, structural,
electrical, plumbing/ sanitary, mechanical, electronic and communication works prepared by the
Architect and the respective professionals involved.
a. Contract Document Phase
b. Schematic Design Phase
c. Design Development Phase
75. Mr. and Mrs. Rhoades are already in this phase which you prepare the Bid Documents such as
forms for contract letting, documents for construction, forms for invitation and instruction to
bidders, forms for bidders’ proposals, general / specific conditions of contract, etc.
a. Negotiation Phase
b. Schematic Design Phase
c. Design Development Phase
76. It appears to your letter head that your office is in Markina. How would you charge for the site
inspection services?
a. Per diem
b. Travelling expenses plus 1 peso per kilometer
c. Per diem plus travelling expenses
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77. You are already done with the contract document phase when Mr. and Mrs. Rhoades wanted to
change the specs of paint of the interiors. Would you charge them?
a. No
b. Yes. Per Diem
c. Yes. For time and expenses
78. Who prepares Shop drawings?

a. Contractor
b. Engineer
c. Architect
d. Supplier
79. Who checks the Shop drawings?

a. Contractor
b. Engineer
c. Architect
d. Supplier
80. Who performs Soil Investigation on site?

a. Contractor
b. Architect
c. Geodetic Engineer
d. Civil Engineer
81. Who usually secures the Building Permits and pays for it?
a. Architect
b. Engineer
c. Contractor
d. Owner
82. Who is the applicant of a Building Permit?
a. Architect
b. Engineer
c. Contractor
d. Owner
83. Approval of Samples of Finishing Materials is the sole function of the?
a. Architect
b. Engineer
c. Contractor
d. Owner
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84. Who is responsible for shortening the time of construction?

a. Architect
b. Construction Manager
c. Construction Supervisor
85. In a medium-sized construction, who plans the time-schedule?

a. Supervisor
b. Construction Manager
c. Architect
86. It is the government agency primarily responsible in the enforcement and administration of the
Fire Code of the Philippines.
a. Fire Safety Practitioners
b. Fire Safety Inspectors
c. Bureau of Fire Protection
d. Volunteer Fire Brigade
87. The provisions of the Fire Code shall apply to:

a. All persons and all public and private buildings, facilities or structures erected and constructed
before its effectivity.
b. All public and private buildings, facilities or structures erected or constructed before and after its
effectivity.
c. All persons and all public and private buildings, facilities or structures, erected and constructed
before and after its effectivity
d. None of the above
88. The following are duties and functions of the Chief, BFP except;
a. Issue implementing Rules and Regulations.
b. Reorganize the BFP as may be necessary and as appropriate.
c. Enter into memoranda of agreement with other departments, bureaus, agencies, offices and
corporations of the government.
d. Grant exemption on the mandatory installation of AFSS to any building or structure.
89. An integrated network of hydraulically designed piping system installed in a building, structure
or facility with outlets arranged in systematic pattern. It automatically discharges water when
activated by heat or combustion products of fire.
a. Fire Sprinkler System
b. Automatic Fire Sprinkler System
c. Approved Supervised Sprinkler System
d. Automatic Fire Suppression System
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90. An integrated system of underground or overhead piping connected to a source or extinguishing

agent or medium, designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards which when
actuated by its automatic detecting device suppresses fire within the area protected.
a. Standpipes
b. Hose Reels
c. Approved Supervised Sprinkler System
d. Automatic Fire Suppression System
91. The certificate being used to members of fire brigades, fire volunteers and fire safety
practitioners after completion of the mandatory training conducted by the agency.
a. Certificate of Completion
b. Certificate of Training
c. Certificate of Competency
d. Certificate of Appearance
92. He is vested with authority to approve the application for alternative and/or remedial fire safety
measures in lieu of fire safety requirements in the installation of AFSS (automatic fire sprinkler
system).
a. Chief, BFP
b. Regional Director
c. City/ Municipal Fire Marshal
d. Fire Safety Technical Committee
93. A clearance with fire safety checklist enumerating the life and fire safety requirements pursuant
to the provision of RA 9514 and its IRR issued by the BFP local offices/ fire stations as a pre-
requisite to the issuance of building permit by building official.
a. Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
b. Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
c. Fire Safety Clearance
d. Fire Safety Checklist
94. A certificate issued by the BFP local offices/ fire stations as pre-requisite for the issuance of
mayor’s permit, permit to operate, occupancy permit, PHILHEALTH accreditation for hospitals,
license to operate and other permits or licenses being issued by other government agencies upon
compliance of the fire safety requirements.
a. Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
b. Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
c. Fire Safety Clearance
d. Fire Safety Checklist
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95. Written order issued by the City/Municipal Fire Marshal to fire safety inspector to be presented
to the owner/administrator of buildings/ establishments prior to the conduct of inspection.
a. After Mission Report
b. After Inspection Report
c. Mission Order
d. Inspection Order
96. A standard form used by the BFP local offices/ fire stations enumerating the life and fire safety
requirements of the buildings, facilities or structures to be erected/ constructed.
a. After Fire Safety Inspection Report
b. Notice to Comply
c. Fire Safety Checklist
d. Notice to Correct Violation
97. The FSIC (Fire Safety Inspection Certificate) for business or permit to operate has validity of:
a. Every 31st day of December
b. 365 Days
c. Every renewal of permits or licenses
d. None among the choices
98. The following statements are correct interpretation when it comes to collection and imposition of
taxes and fees, except:
a. Tax is imposed for revenue while a fee is intended for regulation
b. The amount collected for a fee may not be used for any purpose except that which is intended to
c. A tax is normally paid after commencement of business while a fee is usually paid before
d. Failure to pay tax will make business illegal, while failure to pay a fee does not make business
illegal.
99. The following statements are true and correct when it comes to the imposition of Fire Code Fees
and Taxes, except:
a. Structures used as single-family dwellings exempted from payment of Fire Code Realty Tax
b. Indigent Fire Victims are exempted from paying the Fire Incident Clearance Fee upon
submission of certification from the Department of Social Welfare and Development
c. Public schools, local government and other government agencies are exempted from paying fire
drill fee.
d. National Housing Authority (NHA) sponsored projects are exempted from payment of fees or
taxes considering that NHA is a government entity.
100. The following are the main duties and responsibilities of Fire Safety Inspections, except:
a. Conduct fire safety lectures, seminars/ workshops and drills
b. Prepare necessary documents and maintain files and/ or records
c. Testify in any judicial and quasi-judicial bodies regarding matters relating to the Fire Code of the
Philippines and its IRR
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d. Recommend to owners/administrators of buildings/ establishments the brand of fire extinguishers

appropriate on their buildings/ establishments
101. Hereunder are the classifications of occupancy with its corresponding meaning. However,
one of which is wrong. Can you tell which is which?
a. Assembly occupancies include, but not limited to, all buildings or portion of buildings used for
gathering together of fifty (50) or more persons for such purposes as deliberation, worship,
entertainment, eating etc.
b. Educational occupancies include all buildings or portions thereof used for gathering of group of
six (6) or more persons for purposes on instructions.
c. Business buildings include stores, markets and other rooms, buildings, or structures for the
display and sale of merchandise.
d. Residential occupancies are those occupancies in which sleeping accommodations are provided
for normal residential purposes and include all buildings designed to provide sleeping
accommodations.
102. In the event that the building owner/administrator failed to correct the noted violations
during inspection on the given grace period, the City/Municipal Fire Marshal shall cause what
kind of administrative action?
a. Issue Notice to Correct Violation with corresponding administrative fines
b. Recommend for the stoppage of operations and closure of building thru channel.
c. Initiate the posting of warning sign in front of the building that such is a fire trap of fire hazard.
d. Immediately cause the stoppage of operation/ closure order in his capacity as the City/Municipal
Fire Marshals.
103. The following general procedures in the conduct of inspection is correct, except:
a. During re-inspection, initial compliance was affected by the owner/ administrator, the Notice to
Correct Violations/abatement order may not be issued. In lieu thereof, the owner/ administrator
shall execute an affidavit of undertaking specifically thereof among others the period of
completion of work.
b. An order to pay fine shall be issued immediately without the need of issuing a Notice to Comply/
Correct Violations which shall be corrected immediately or twenty-four (24) hours.
c. After inspection, the City/Municipal Fire Marshal or his duly designated fire safety inspector
shall inform the owner/administrator of his violation by making him/her sign on the After-
Inspection Report.
d. Notice to Correct Violation must be issued to building owners/administrators if violations were
noted during first inspection.
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104. The following situations are correct, except :

a. If the decision is made by the City/Municipal Fire Marshal, such is still appealable to the
District/ Provincial Fire Marshal.
b. Payment of administrative fine would absolve the owner/administrator in correcting the
noted violations on his/her buildings/ establishments
c. The building owner/ administrator may elevate his/ her appeal to the higher authority up to
the Secretary of the Interior and Local Government and the latter’s decision is final and
executor.
d. Fire Safety Inspection must be conducted at least twice a year on every
building/establishment to ensure compliance and fire safety.
105. The following conditions are in accordance with the provisions of the Fire Code. However, not
all of it was correct. One is certainly in violation of our established rules and a regulation that
whenever you choose it; there is a corresponding administrative penalty which you think is.
a. It is true that in a building, if automatic sprinkler is required, the responsible person is its
owner. Hence, if the owner failed to comply with the requirement, the lessee/occupant
thereof could not be issued with fire safety inspection certificate also.
b. Conveyance clearance fee is a fee derived from the transportation of flammable and
combustible materials.
c. Requirements for interlocking or scissors typed stairs shall only be applied to newly
constructed buildings/establishments. On the other hand, in case of existing building,
interlocking or scissor typed stairs may be allowed provided that the other fire safety
requirements that are related to means of egress shall be complied with.
d. A temporary Fire Safety Inspection Certificate can be issued to owner/administrator of
building or establishment if partial compliance was effected to their building/ establishment.
106. What is the maximum imposable administrative fine?

a. 50,000 pesos
b. 10,000 pesos
c. 25,000 pesos
d. 500,000 pesos
107. If a person without authority, maliciously removes the sign that a building or structure is a fire
hazard/ fire trap place by the authorized person shall be liable for imprisonment for thirty (30) days
or a fine not exceeding:
a. 100,000 pesos
b. 10,000 pesos
c. 1,000 pesos
d. 100 pesos
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108. In case of willful failure to correct the deficiency or abate the fire hazard as provided in the
provision of the Fire Code, the violator, shall upon conviction, be punished by:
a. Imprisonment of not less than six (6) months nor more than six (6) years
b. By a fine of not more than one hundred thousand pesos (100,000 pesos)
c. Both such fine and imprisonment
d. All of the above
109. The following are violations that must be corrected within twenty-four (24) hours, except:
a. Obstructing designated fire lanes or access to fire hydrants

b. Giving false or malicious alarms
c. Prevention or obstruction of the automatic closure of fire doors or smoke partitions or
dampers
d. Failure to submit copy of fire insurance policy within the prescribe time limit.
110. The penalty shall be imposed by the Regional Director upon the recommendation of the
City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction thru channel. This can also be delegated to the
Provincial/ District Fire Marshal having jurisdiction;
a. Declaration of public nuisance
b. Stoppage of operation/ closure order
c. Abatement
d. Posting of Warning Sign
111. The following are facts on the imposition of fines, except

a. Before a fine is imposed, the violator shall first be informed of his/her violation and ordered
to correct the same immediately, if feasible, or within a reasonable period of time.
b. Administrative fine shall be imposed for every violation
c. If compliance was not affected or if compliance does not conform to the required standards,
the first violation is committed and the violator shall be fined and further ordered to effect the
correction.
d. Only A and C are correct.
112. Which of the following statement about fire code fee is not correct?
a. Fire Safety Inspection Fee is a fee charged for the conduct of fire safety inspection equivalent
to all fees charged by the local government, building official, or by other government
agencies concerned in the granting of pertinent permits or licenses.
b. Storage Clearance Fee is a fee derived from transporting flammable and combustible
materials
c. Conveyance Clearance Fee is a fee derived from transporting flammable and combustible
materials
d. Fire Code Fines is fee derived from imposition of administrative fines and penalties.
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113. When applying for a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate, the applicant shall do the following,
except:
a. Secure application form with the list of requirements from the Customer Relation Officer
(CRO)
b. Submit duly accomplished application form with complete requirements to the CRO
c. Present claim stub to the CRO
d. Pay the Fire Code Fee Collection to the City/ Municipal Treasurer
114. Fire exit drill shall be conducted at least

a. 4
b. 2
c. 3
d. As needed
115. A mechanical device consisting of linkages and horizontal bar across a door, which when pushed
from the inside will cause the door to open and facilities exit from the building structure or facility.
a. Panic Hardware
b. Horizontal Channel
c. Damper
d. Impact Barriers
116. For any hotel or dormitory having accommodation of fifteen or more guests shall be provided
with what type of fire detection and alarm system.
a. Automatic
b. Manual
c. Positive
117. What is the minimum width of corridors?

a. 1.83 meters
b. 2.00 meters
c. 1. 38 meters
d. 2.05 meters
118. An integrated system of underground or overhead piping or both connected to a source of

extinguishing agents or medium and designed in accordance with fire protection "engineering
standards which when actuated by its automatic detecting device, "suppresses fire within the area
protected?
a. Integrated Fire Alarm
b. Dual Suppression System
c. Automatic Fire Suppression System
d. Automatic Fire Alarm System
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119. A tank, vat or containers of flammable or combustible liquid in which articles or materials” “are
immersed for the purpose of coating, finishing, treating or similar processes?
a. deep well
b. dip tank
c. deep tank
d. liquid container
120. "Class of fire involving ordinary combustible materials, such as wood, papers, cloth, "rubber,
and plastics."?
a. Class B
b. Class A
c. Class C
d. Class K
121. Maximum height of a handrail (in centimeters) Fire code?

a. 86.5 centimeters
b. 92.0 centimeters
c. 85.6 centimeters
d. 90.2 centimeters
122. A process where a piece of metal is heated prior to changing its shape and dimension?
a. Post-heating
b. Pre-heating
c. metal heating process
d. Forging
123. Minimum width of an aisle for an educational use building (in meters) Fire Code?
a. 1.12 meters
b. 1.20 meters
c. 1.80 meters
d. 1.50 meters
124. The minimum temperature at which any material gives off vapor in sufficient concentration to
form an ignitable mixture with air?
a. flash point
b. flash temperature
c. blaze point
d. combustion peak
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125. A continuous passageway for the transmission of air?

a. air handling passage
b. duct system
c. air line tube
d. air duct passageway
126. Temperature rating at flash point?

a. 37.8-degree Fahrenheit
b. 38.7-degree Fahrenheit
c. 38.0-degree Fahrenheit
d. 36.7-degree Fahrenheit
127. A class of fire with flammable liquid and gasses?

a. Class C
b. Class K
c. Class A
d. Class B
128. Maximum distance of travel from the high hazard area to an exit (in meters)Fire code?
a. 21 meters
b. 20 meters
c. 23 meters
d. 30 meters
129. Maximum force in kilograms required for a panic hardware (in kilograms)?
a. 4 kilograms
b. 7 kilograms
c. 6 kilograms
d. 5 kilograms
130. Minimum number of apartment units requiring fire alarm system?

a. 15
b. 10
c. 14
d. 12
131. A continuous and unobstructed route of exit from any point in a building to a public way?
a. Unobstructed outlet
b. Exit passage
c. Means of access
d. Means of Egress
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132. This analytical problem-seeking process will lead to the statement and identification of both
horizontal and vertical requirements in offering a solution. It incorporates a space program with
characterizations of the envisioned spaces such as ambiance, cost range, etc.
a. Architectural programming
b. Space planning
c. Spacemanagement studies
d. Feasibility studies
133. An analysis of the space requirements of the project based on organizational structure and
functional set-up pinpoints linkages and interaction of spaces. The formulation of the space
program will serve as the basis for the development of the architectural plan / design.
b. Space planning
134. The Architect determines the adequate size and appropriate configuration and assemblage for a
proposed project in consideration of the use, allocation and interface of spaces for given activities
b. Space planning
135. What are the four elements of fire tetrahedron?

a. Oxygen, fuel, heat and self-sustained chemical chain reaction
b. Air, fuel, heat and self-sustained chemical chain reaction
c. Air, fuel, gas and self-sustained chemical chain reaction
d. Oxygen, wood, heat and self-sustained chemical chain reaction
136. It is the transfer of heat by the movement of heated fluids or gases, usually in upward direction?
a. Radiation
b. Convection
c. Conduction
d. Friction
SITUATION: You are to be the Architect in charge of Construction of a new office building in
Makati. A 30 storey building which will be a home to an American based BPO.
137. Which of the following is not in your scope of service?
a. Quality Control
b. Evaluation of Construction Work
c. Cost and Time Control
d. Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports
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138. The cost of installed equipment, materials and labor directly involved in the physical construction of the
permanent facility directly based on building plans and specifications elevator belongs to the _______crane
does not
a. Direct Cost
b. Indirect Cost
c. Overhead
d. Subcontract
139. All cost which do not become a final part of the installation, but which is required for the orderly
completion of the installation (field administration, direct insurance, taxes)
a. Direct Cost
b. Indirect Cost
c. Overhead
d. Subcontract
140. Under the general contractor, to provide a portion of the work
a. Direct Cost
b. Indirect Cost
c. Overhead
d. Subcontract
141. Which of the following phrases is a sign of a potential backdraft?

a. Pressurized smoke coming from small cracks
b. Smoke puffing at intervals from the building (appearance of breathing)
c. Smoke-stained windows
d. All of the above
142. It refers to the portion of a roadway or public way that should always be kept open and unobstructed at all
times for the expedient conduct of fire fighting operations
a.) Fire Escape
b.) Fire Lane
c.) Fire Exit
d.) Fire Protective Assembly
142. Which of the phrases about Assembly Occupancies is most appropriate FIRE CODE?
a.) Assembly Occupancies include stores, markets, and other room’s buildings, or
structures for the display and/or sale of merchandise
b.) Assembly Occupancies include, but not limited to, all buildings or portions of
buildings used for gathering together of fifty (50) or more persons for such purposes as
deliberation, worship, entertainment, eating, drinking, amusement, awaiting transportation, or
similar uses.
c.) Assembly Occupancies include all buildings or structures utilized primarily for
sheltering of goods, merchandise, products, vehicles, or animals.
d.) Assembly Occupancies refer to two or more classes of occupancies occurring/

located/situated/ existing in the same building and/or structures so intermingled that
separate safeguards are impracticable.
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144. Which type of occupancy a Gasoline Station belongs?

a.) Storage Occupancy
b.) Industrial Occupancy
c.) Miscellaneous Occupancy
d.) Mercantile Occupancy
145. It refers to an act that would remove or neutralize a fire hazard.

a.) Fire Safety Inspection
b.) Abatement
c.) Issuance of Notice to Comply
d.) Stoppage or Closure
146. It refers to alarm initiating device designed to actuate when visible or invisible products of
combustion are present in the room or space where the unit is installed.
a.) Fire Alarm
b.) Smoke Alarm
c.) Smoke Detector
d.) Sprinkler
147. Which of the following statement is true about the effect of sprinkler systems on Life Safety?
a.) Preventing fire spread upwards in multistory buildings
b.) Fires are too small to activate the sprinkler System
c.) Smoke generation reaches occupants before the sprinkler system activates.
148. It refers to fire-rated wall with specified degree or fire resistance, built of fire-resistive materials
and usually extending from the foundation up to and through the roof a building, that is de-signed to
limit the spread of a fire within a structure or between adjacent structures
a.) Fire Wall
b.) Fire Doo
c.) Veneer Wall
d.) Cantilever Walls
149. Who is responsible for the inspection of all buildings, structures, facilities and premises,
hazardous operations, storage facilities and transportation vehicles of hazardous materials and the
determination of compliance of provisions of the Fire Code of the Philippines and its IRR?
a.) Chief, Fire Safety Enforcement Section
b.) Chief Operations
c.) City/Municipal Fire Marshal
d.) Fire Safety Enforcer
150. After conducting Fire Safety Inspection at the University of GDM School Of Engineers, you
found that the following violations exist in the building, insufficient exit width and defective fire
alarm and smoke detection system. Given those violations, what action should you recommend to
your Fire Marshal towards the owner/administrator of the building?
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a.) Recommend for declaration as Public Nuisance to the Chief BFP.

b.) Issue Notice to comply with the person responsible for the violation within five (5) days
from submission of the Report.
c.) Issue the notice correct violation stating the specific provision/s of the Fire Code and its IRR
violated and the specific actions/corrections that should be com-plied for a period not exceeding
fifteen days.
d.) Issue abatement order to the owner, administrator or occupant of the building, structure and
their premises of facilities for a period not exceeding fifteen days.
151. A high-rise building is one which the distance between the floor of the topmost storey and
ground level is _______ meters or more.
a.) 13
b.) 14
c.) 15
d.) 20
152. After the lapse of the prescribed period to comply provided for under the notice to correct
violations. FO3 Dimalus Otan and FO3 Laging T Ama conducted a re-inspection on the
apartment of Mr Matih Gasulo located at Diliman, Quezon City. Based on their submitted re-
inspection report, no compliance was made by Mr Matih Gasulo. What should the City Fire
Marshal do?
a.) Put up a sign in front of the building or structure that the building is a fire hazard,
impose the corresponding administrative fines, and issue abatement order.
b.) Recommend the building for cancellation of its’ business permit at the Business
Licensing Office
c.) Furnish the BFP higher office of the re-inspection report submitted by the fire safety
inspectors for their appropriate action.
d.) Request the building owner to execute affidavit of undertaking specifically thereof
among others the period of completion of work.
153. In an inspection report submitted by FO3 Mahly Lito and FO3 Dinah Marunong, on their
inspection conducted at St. Therese Doctor’s Hopsital located at Parañaque City. The following
violations were reflected; Absence of standpipe system and defective fire alarm and smoke
detection system. Based on that report what should the City Fire Marshal do?
a.) Recommend for declaration as public nuisance to the Chief, BFP.
b.) Issue Notice to Comply citing thereof the specific provision/s of the Fire Code and its
IRR violated and the specific actions/corrections that should be complied for period of not
exceeding 15 days
c.) Issue Notice to Correct Violations, impose administrative fines and posting of the
sign in front of the building or structure that the building is fire hazard
d.) Recommend for cancellation of permit at the Department of Health
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154. For purposes of determining required exits, the occupant load of business purposes shall be
no less than one (1) person per _______ square meters of gross floor area.
a.) 9.3
b.) 9.2
c.) 9.1
d.) 9.4
155. According to the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the RA 9514, storage of fireworks
and other pyrotechnics shall be in accordance with RA__________.
a.) 7182
b.) 7183
c.) 7138
d.) 7128
156. What are the instances where approved supervised sprinkler system becomes mandatory for
residential occupancy?
a.) All residential occupancy regardless of height, occupant load and number of
accommodation shall be protected by approved supervised sprinkler system.
b.) All residential buildings with three (3) storeys in height shall be provided with
approved supervised sprinkler system.
c.) All residential building with four storeys or more in height shall be provided with
approved supervised sprinkler system.
d.) None of The Above
157. When should the BFP impose administrative fines for buildings with violation?
a.) When during fire safety inspection, a violation is found/ noted.
b.) Upon issuance of notice to comply
c.) When after lapse of notice to comply and reinspection shows no compliance was
effected by the owner
d.) There is no administrative fine being imposed by the BFP
158. Ms. Ma. Cecilia A. Ramos, Proprietress of J-Par Construction requested for an exemption
for the installation of sprinkler system for the four storey residential building they started to
construct in October 29, 2009 or before the effectivity of the Implementing Rules and
Regulations of RA 9514. The plans and specifications of the building were approved based on
the provisions of PD 1185 or the old fire code of the Philippines where sprinkler system for four
storey residential building is not a mandatory requirement. Can the BFP grant the request
exemption of Ma. Cecilia Ramos?
a.) Yes, under Memorandum Circular Number 2011-06, all residential occupancies
erected or constructed before the effectivity of RA 9514, including those buildings whose plans
and specifications were approved based on the requirements of PD 1185 and are compliant with
the fire safety requirements of PD 1185 are exempted from installing sprinkler system.
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b.) Yes, under Section 14.0.0.4 para. B of the IRR of RA 9514, the chief, BFP is given
authority to exempt buildings erected before the effectivity of the IRR of RA 9514 which when
forced to comply will compromise the structural integrity/ stability of the building.
c.) No, because the BFP has not yet issued FSIC for occupancy, besides there is still time
to comply with the requirements of the new fire code of the Philippines. MC 2011-06 provides
two years grace period for these existing establishments to fully comply with the fire safety
requirements and measures under RA 9514 and its IRR.
d.) No, RA 9514 and its IRR do not provide any authority for the Chief BFP to grant
exemption. Further, Section 2 of RA 9514 provides that, the provisions of the Fire Code shall
apply to all persons and all private and public buildings, facilities or structures erected or
constructed before and after its effectivity.
159. The Department of Agriculture requested Quezon City Fire District to conduct fire drill in
their office in Agham. The fire code fee assessor required them to pay 200 pesos for the fire drill.
However, DA refuse to pay the 200 pesos fire drill fee citing that they are government agency
and therefore exempted from paying such. Is the contention of DA proper?
a.) No, the Fire Code does not provide any exemption from payment of fire
code fees and taxes. Section 4 of RA 9514 provides that the provision of
the fire code applies to all persons, private and public buildings
constructed and erected before its effectivity.
b.) No, only public schools and local government units are exempted from
paying fire drill fee.
c.) Yes, government agencies are exempted from paying fire drill fee as
prescribed under Section 12.0.0.4 of the IRR of fire code of the
Philippines.
d.) Yes, the Department of Agriculture has autonomy and therefore may not
comply with other requirements of the law
160. Coordination and Supervision, Cost and Time Control , Quality Control of Work and
Keeping of Records are scope of the?
a.) Project Manager
b.) Construction Manager
c.) Site Engineer from Owner
d.) Contractor
161. As a Licensed Architect, Can you be a CM if you don’t have a firm.

a.) Yes
b.) No
c.) It depends on how much they pay
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162. During the construction of the Building, A part of the building collapsed. According to the
civil code, who is not legally liable to the building?
a.) CM
b.) PM
c.) Construction Supervisor
163. What is the SPP on regular design services?
a.) 202
b.) 201
c.) 203
d.) 204-a
164. What is the SPP on design- built services?
a.) 207
b.) 208
c.) 209
d.) 204-a
165. What is the SPP on specialized architectural services?
a.) 201
b.) 202
c.) 203
d.) 204-a
166. refers to a tract or parcel of land registered under Act No. 496, as amended by Presidential
Decree No. 1529, which is partitioned primarily into individual lots for commercial use with or
without improvements thereon and offered to the public for sale in cash or in installment terms.
a. Commercial subdivision
b. Farmlot subdivision
c. Industrial Subdivision
167. Refers to a tract of land registered under Act No. 496, as amended by PD 1529, partitioned into
lots for sale or lease to establishments engaged primarily in industrial production or services. The
degree of development may be limited to the provision of utilities and allocation of areas for
industrial buildings, facilities, and amenities, or it may also include the provision of buildings,
facilities, and amenities.
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168. Refers to a subdivision project primarily intended for agricultural production, with a minimum
lot area of 1,000 sq.m and with a twenty five percent (25%) maximum allowable buildable area.
169. What is the minimum length of blocks?

a. The maximum block length is four hundred (400) meters. However, a block length exceeding
two hundred fifty (250) meters must be provided with a 2-meter alley approximately at mid-
length.
b. The maximum block length is three hundred (300) meters. However, a block length
exceeding two hundred fifty (250) meters must be provided with a 2-meter alley
approximately at mid-length.
170. a dwelling or a portion thereof providing complete living facilities for one (1) family, including
provisions for living, sleeping, cooking, eating, bathing and toilet facilities and laundry facilities,
similar to single family dwelling.
a. Dwelling unit
b. Complete house
c. Living Unit
d. Lot line wall
171. Is a wall used only by the party upon whose lot the wall is located, erected at a line separating
two (2) parcels of land each of which is a separate real estate entity?
a. Dwelling unit
b. Complete house
c. Firewall
d. Lot line wall
172. A single-family detached dwelling unit containing three (3) or more separate living units
grouped closely together to form relatively compact structures.
a. Dwelling unit
b. Complete house
c. Cluster Housing
d. Socialized Housing
173. refers to the categories of roads according to their functions and capacities.
a. Hierarchy of Roads
b. Road Level
c. Description of Roads
d. Road
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174. The minimum front setback of dwelling units for both the economic and socialized housing
projects are:
a. Front 1.5m
b. Front 2.0 m
c. Front 3.0m
d. Front 1600mm
175. How is the CLUP approved by the LGU?

a. The CLUP shall be enacted by the concerned LGU through a Zoning Ordinance (ZO) or as
an integral part thereof.
b. Thru urban and city planning
176. Property owned or otherwise maintained, repaired or administered in whole or in part by the
association including, but not limited to, roads, parks, playgrounds and open spaces as provided in
Presidential Decree No. 1216.
a. Common areas
b. Community Facilities
c. Public spaces
177. Those facilities or structures intended to serve the common needs and for the benefit of the
community such as schools, places of worship, hospitals, health center, barangay centers and other
similar facilities or amenities per PD 1216.
a. Common areas
b. Community Facilities
c. Public spaces
178. RA 9514 is an act establishing a comprehensive fire code of the Philippines repealing
Presidential Decree No. 1185 . The said act is also known as_______________.
a. Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008
b. Amended Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008
c. Comprehensive Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008
d. Repealed Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008
179. A type of standpipe system in which the pipes are normally not filled with water. Water is
introduced into the system thru fire service connections when needed.
a. Duct System
b. Dry Standpipe
c. Wet Standpipe
d. Portable Tank
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180. What is the maximum height of a handrail in centimeters fire code?

a. 76.5
b. 85.6
c. 86.5
d. 80.5
SITUATION: You just get your license this July 2019 and you’re about to put up a design and
Build company. Your about to put up a firm and register it as a partnership together with your
fiance. Your first project is a residential to be situated in Tagaytay.
181. Where should you register your business?

a. SEC
b. DTI
c. BIR
182. You are about to get a subcontractor for your tile setting. How do you pay?
a. Lumpsum
b. Per Tile
c. Per Day
183. You and your fiance got married. After two months she needs to leave for a site visit in a nearby
country. There are drawings that are needed to be signed immediately that day. What would you
do?
a. Sign the documents and provide an authorization letter from her.

b. Call her, tell her she has something to sign and wait for her to do it.
184. Your client is still in the process of acquiring the lot, You are already applying for the building
permit. What is the most important thing that you need from the client to successfully do it?
a. TCT
b. Real Property tax in the clients name
c. Deed of Sale
d. Tax Declaration under the clients name
185. One of your projects in Tacloban has been destroyed by “force majeure”. Which does NOT
describe it?
a. Earthquake
b. Flood
c. Typhoon
d. Arson
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186. It serves as a guarantee to the quality of materials and equipment installed and the workmanship
performed by the contractor.
a.) Performance Bond
b.) Guarantee Bond
c.) Insurance
187. a bond furnished by the contractor and his surety as a guarantee to the execution of the work in
accordance with the terms of the contract.
a. Performance Bond
b. Guarantee Bond
c. Insurance
188. Travel distance to an exit without fire sprinkler system in meters.

a. 46
b. 47
c. 45
d. 48
189. Travel distance to an exit with fire sprinkler system in meters.
a. 60
b. 61
c. 62
d. 63
190. Jails are classified under what classification of occupancy

a. Residential
b. Mercantile
c. Institutional
d. Industrial
191. What is the minimum dimension of an Emergency Evacuation Plan as per Section 10.2.5.13 of
Fire Code of the Philippines?
a. 8.5”x12”
b. A4 size
c. 11”x16.69
d. 8.5”x11”
192. Minimum width of any means of egress Fire code.

a. 925mm
b. 915mm
c. 825mm
d. 815mm
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193. How many fire exits shall be provided if the occupant load is 850?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
194. How many fire exits shall be provided if the occupant load is 1550?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
195. If the building is more than ______ storeys, a re-entry mechanism is provided every ____ floors
that provide a way out of the stairway.
a. 5,4
b. 4,5
c. 5,5
d. 4,4
196. Any street, alley or other strip of land unobstructed from the ground to the sky, deeded,
dedicated or otherwise permanently appropriated for public use.
a. Alley
b. Fire Lane
c. Public Way
d. Assembly Point
197. Fire Prevention Month

a. March
b. April
c. May
d. February
198. Chief, Bureau of Fire Protection

a. Director Leonard R. Bañago
b. Fire Chief Inspector Jhufel Brañanola
c. Fire Protection Chief Francisco Senot
d. Supt. Maria Sofia B Mendoza
199. In RA 9514, ______ meters is considered as high rise building.

a. 13
b. 14
c. 15
d. 16
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200. Any compound or mixture which when applied properly improves the resistivity or fire
resistance quality of fabrics and other materials.
a. Flammability
b. Flash Point
c. Flame Retardant
d. Fogging
201. Fires involving flammable liquids and gases.
a. Class A Fires
b. Class B Fires
c. Class C Fires
d. Class D Fires
e. Class K Fires
202. Fires involving energized electrical equipment.

a. Class A Fires
b. Class B Fires
c. Class C Fires
d. Class D Fires
e. Class K Fires
203. Fires involving combustible materials, such as sodium, magnesium, potassium, and other similar
materials.
a. Class A Fires
b. Class B Fires
c. Class C Fires
d. Class D Fires
e. Class K Fires
204. Fires in cooking appliances that involve combustible cooking media (vegetable or animal oils
and fats).
a. Class A Fires
b. Class B Fires
c. Class C Fires
d. Class D Fires
e. Class K Fires
205. A building unsafe in case of fire because it will burn easily or because it lacks adequate exits or
fire escapes.
a. Fire Escape
b. Fire Trap
c. Fire Wall
d. Fire Hazard
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206. Temperature rating at flash point.

a. 37.8° C
b. 39.4° C
c. 35° C
d. 40° C
207. Minimum tread for a fire escape stair for existing stairs.
a. 24.3 cms
b. 25.3 cms
c. 22.9 cms
d. 215 cms
208. Maximum height required for a panic hardware installation.

a. 112 cms
b. 76 cms
c. 83 cms
d. 115 cms
209. Minimum height required for a panic hardware installation.

a. 112 cms
b. 76 cms
c. 83 cms
d. 115 cms
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Elem ent s Building

560 Quezon A ve., Quezon Cit y

6. Scope of Practice of Architecture according to RA 9266

10. Professional Regulation Commission, hereinafter referred to as the Commission, to be composed

15. What year was the National Building Code signed?

17. What is the maximum allowable ramp slope for vehicles?

19. Which is NOT a qualification of Members of the Professional Regulatory Board?

26. What is the minimum width of an accessible parking slot?

29. What are the minimum dimensions required for elevators?

33. What is the minimum headroom for walkways according to BP344?

37. Is she allowed to take the board exam in manila?

42. After your registration in PRC, What shall you do?

49. What are the goals of land use planning?

a. I, II, III, IV, V, VI

58. What will be the specific uses of the non-saleable areas?

59. Soil testing is the duty of?

61. Who "locates" the points?

62. Who determines time and cost of the project?

64. Who owns the Plans?

66. Who keeps the record on site?

67. Who prepares As-Built plans?

78. Who prepares Shop drawings?

79. Who checks the Shop drawings?

80. Who performs Soil Investigation on site?

84. Who is responsible for shortening the time of construction?

85. In a medium-sized construction, who plans the time-schedule?

87. The provisions of the Fire Code shall apply to:

90. An integrated system of underground or overhead piping connected to a source or extinguishing

d. Recommend to owners/administrators of buildings/ establishments the brand of fire extinguishers

104. The following situations are correct, except :

106. What is the maximum imposable administrative fine?

a. Obstructing designated fire lanes or access to fire hydrants

111. The following are facts on the imposition of fines, except

114. Fire exit drill shall be conducted at least

117. What is the minimum width of corridors?

118. An integrated system of underground or overhead piping or both connected to a source of

121. Maximum height of a handrail (in centimeters) Fire code?

125. A continuous passageway for the transmission of air?

126. Temperature rating at flash point?

127. A class of fire with flammable liquid and gasses?

130. Minimum number of apartment units requiring fire alarm system?

135. What are the four elements of fire tetrahedron?

141. Which of the following phrases is a sign of a potential backdraft?

d.) Assembly Occupancies refer to two or more classes of occupancies occurring/

144. Which type of occupancy a Gasoline Station belongs?

145. It refers to an act that would remove or neutralize a fire hazard.

a.) Recommend for declaration as Public Nuisance to the Chief BFP.

161. As a Licensed Architect, Can you be a CM if you don’t have a firm.

163. What is the SPP on regular design services?

164. What is the SPP on design- built services?

165. What is the SPP on specialized architectural services?

169. What is the minimum length of blocks?

175. How is the CLUP approved by the LGU?

180. What is the maximum height of a handrail in centimeters fire code?

181. Where should you register your business?

a. Sign the documents and provide an authorization letter from her.

188. Travel distance to an exit without fire sprinkler system in meters.

190. Jails are classified under what classification of occupancy

192. Minimum width of any means of egress Fire code.

197. Fire Prevention Month

198. Chief, Bureau of Fire Protection

199. In RA 9514, ______ meters is considered as high rise building.