Practice Exam | ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Exam Prep

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Have you ever desired to become a Certified Accessibility Inspector/ Plans Examiner?

Well your first step is to know a little bit about the exam itself and what areas you should be studying for.

The ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification Exam administered by the International Code Council (ICC) tests an individuals knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), and ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.

As a Certified Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner you will be responsible for conducting assigned inspections for compliance with Codes and Standards adopted by respective jurisdictions. Tasks include verifying the code provisions as based upon the occupancy classification and use of buildings and facilities, existing and/or altered elements related to accessibility, and determining the code compliance of submitted building plans, site plans, and other plans as required ensuring such compliance with accessibility code provisions.

ICC Accessibility Inspector/ Plans Examiner Exam Specifications

The exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions. You have a time limit of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the exam and it is open book meaning you can only use the code books referenced by ICC. For this exam it is the International Building Code (IBC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), and ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.

The code edition of the reference used should reflect the code edition of the exam you are taking. For example if you plan to take the 2021 version of the exam, you should use the 2021 International Building Code. No work experience is required to take the exam and you must be at least 18 years of age.

The International Code Council (ICC) requires you to take the exam through the PRONTO system.

PRONTO is a new way of taking your testing exam from the comfort of your home or office. PRONTO stands for Proctored Remote Online Testing Option. For more information about the PRONTO online testing option, click here.

What does the ICC Accessibility Inspector/ Plans Examiner exam cover?

This exam covers 10 main areas such as:

General Administrative and Scoping Provisions
Building Blocks
Accessible Routes
General Site and Building Elements
Plumbing Elements and Facilities
Communication Elements
Special Rooms and Spaces
Built-in Furnishings and Equipment
Dwelling and Sleeping Units
Recreational Facilities

The following exam content outline can act as a study guide to help you study for the exam and to gain an understanding of what the exam will cover.

General Administrative and Scoping Provisions	7%
Occupancy Group Accessibility Verify application to accessibility code provisions based upon the occupancy classification and use of the buildings/facilities.	2%
General Administration Determine compliance with specific sections of the buildings/facilities code related to accessibility while using proper terms and definitions within code provisions.	1%
Accessibility in Existing Buildings Verify compliance of existing and/or altered building/facility elements with accessibility code provisions.	4%
Building Blocks	11%
Floor/Ground Surface and Level Changes Verify compliance of changes in elevation at floor/ground surfaces with accessibility code provisions.	3%
Wheelchair Turning Spaces Verify compliance with required turning space for wheelchairs with accessibility code provisions.	3%
Clearances Verify compliance of clearances with accessibility code provisions.	2%
Reach Ranges and Operable Parts Verify compliance of reach ranges and operable parts with accessibility code provisions.	1%
Protruding Objects Verify compliance of protruding objects with accessibility code provisions.	2%
Accessible Routes	27%
Accessible Entrances Verify compliance of the number and location of accessible entrances with accessibility code provisions.	4%
Means of Egress Verify compliance of the accessible means of egress to accessibility code provisions.	10%
Windows, Doors, and Doorways Verify compliance of windows, doors, and doorways with accessibility code provisions.	5%
Walking Surfaces and Ramps Verify compliance of walking surfaces, ramps, and curb ramps with accessibility code provisions.	5%
Elevators and Platform lifts Identify locations of required accessible elevators and platform lifts while verifying their compliance with accessibility code provisions.	3%
General Site and Building Elements	10%
Parking, Passenger Loading Zones and Bus Stops Verify compliance with accessibility code provisions for accessible parking.	4%
Site Accessibility Verify compliance of site accessibility with accessibility code provisions.	3%
Ramps, Stairways and Handrails Verify compliance of ramps, stairways and handrails with accessibility code provisions.	3%
Plumbing Elements and Facilities	10%
Plumbing Elements, Rooms and Compartments Verify compliance of plumbing elements, rooms, compartments, and related elements with accessibility code provisions.	10%
Communication Elements	6%
Alarms and Signs Verify compliance of alarms with accessibility code provisions.	4%
Telephones, Assistive Listening Systems and ATMs Verify compliance of telephones, assistive listening systems, and Automated Teller Machines with accessibility code provisions.	1%
Detectable Warnings Verify that detectable warnings are in accordance with accessibility code provisions.	1%
Special Rooms and Spaces	8%
Special Rooms and Spaces Verify compliance of special occupancies, rooms, and spaces with accessibility code provisions.	8%
Built-in Furnishings and Equipment	5%
Seating at Tables, Counters and Work Surfaces Verify that seating at tables, checkout & service counters, and work surfaces complies with accessibility code provisions.	4%
Storage Elements Verify that fixed or built-in storage elements comply with accessibility code provisions.	1%
Dwelling and Sleeping Units	10%
Occupancy Requirements Verify that Accessible dwelling units, Type A units, Type B units, & Type C units, comply with accessibility code provisions.	10%
Recreational Facilities	6%
General Recreational Facilities Verify that General Recreational Facilities comply with accessibility code provisions.	3%
Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas Verify that swimming pools, wading pools, hot tubs, and spas comply with accessibility code provisions.	3%

What do you get when you pass the exam?

Certification

Bragging rights! Well actually you will receive a pass letter the same day right after your exam. You will have a certification number assigned to you so that if someone were to search for a certified professional within the ICC website, your name will come up! In addition to being a Certified Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner (Yayyy!) you will receive a wall certification that looks like this…

Need Practice?

Why not try our Accessibility Inspector/ Plans Examiner Practice Exam?

Want to test your knowledge of how well you know the code? Or maybe just get a feel for the exam?

Try out our Practice Exam for the ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification Exam!

This practice exam is designed for those who are looking to take the 2021 or 2018 version of the ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification Exam through the International Code Council (ICC). These practice exams are intended to help you prepare for the actual exam by helping you navigate through the code book to familiarize yourself with the specific code sections. They will test your knowledge on the exam content areas covered to improve your chances of passing the certification exam.

This is a great way to prepare yourself for the actual exam administered by ICC. Every building code professional knows that the key to passing the ICC exams is to do practice problems. Don’t just take the exam purely on experience alone. Let this resource get you focused on realistic problems built around the exam content being covered.