Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board Examinations

Miami-Dade County Contractor Examinations: Candidate Information Bulletin720-7768. Prov scheduling staff is available 8:00 a.m.through 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.Candidates should be prepared to provide schedulingstaff with their name, Candidate ID, and their ZIP code.Staff will search the database for the next availabletesting session. Once candidates are scheduled, staff willemail them information regarding their testing schedule.Cancel/Rescheduling PolicyIf candidates need to change or cancel their testingappointment, they must contact Prov at least fivebusiness days prior to their scheduled test date at ANYMiami Dade College. If testing at Florida InternationalUniversity they require three business days prior to thescheduled exam date. Changes will be made at no cost ifcandidates notify Prov by the deadline.If candidates fail to appear for their test or fail to cancelor reschedule their testing session by the close ofbusiness five days prior to their scheduled test date atANY Miami Dade College or three business days prior totheir scheduled test date AT Florida InternationalUniversity, they will forfeit their exam fees and shouldcontact their licensing board for further instructions.ReviewsReviews are intended to help candidates audit theirtesting results by allowing them to see which questionswere missed.Candidates may request a review of their test after failinga test. The review for all tests is 1-1/2 hours in length.During the review candidates will be able to view on thecomputer questions they missed and the answers chosenin response to those questions. The review will beconducted under the same testing conditions as theexam using the same test security rules.The cost of the review is 80.00 for each test reviewed.Candidates will request or schedule a review bycontacting Prov directly.Acceptable Method of PaymentCandidates paying for their review or any other servicesprovided by Prov can use the following methods ofpayment: Retesting PolicyFailed examinations can be retaken according to locallicensing jurisdiction rules. Candidates cannot retake anexam once they have passed that exam unless requiredby their jurisdiction. Candidates must be reapproved bythe licensing jurisdiction between examination attemptsbefore rescheduling.Results ReportingUpon completion of a test, you will be given a scoreresult while at the testing center. There is no charge forthe on-site scoring and tests will be scored within oneminute. Candidates participating in this testing programcan also access their scores at any time (24/7) online bygoing to our website at www.provexam.com and logginginto their account using their Candidate ID and Password.Because the testing process is a requirement forlicensure with Miami-Dade County, candidatesautomatically consent to permit Prov to share their testresults with their local licensing Board.Dade CIB 2015.07.17Money OrdersCashier’s ChecksCertified ChecksCredit Cards (American Express, Discover,Master Card, Visa)No personal or company checks will be accepted and allregistrations that include personal or company checkswill be returned without processing.Exam Challenge ProcessIf during a test or review, the candidates encounter aquestion they think is inaccurate or otherwise incorrect,they are encouraged to make comments, which they cando when testing, detailing why they feel the question isin error.Prov staff will review each comment within two weeks ofreceipt by Prov and will make scoring adjustments shouldany comment result in a change to a test question. Toverify the final status of comments submitted,candidates can check for a score change online throughtheir candidate account. Any changes made to a gradewill be reflected on the score result within two weeks ofsubmitting the test comment. Detailed answers toquestions or comments are not provided for securitypurposes. Prov, Inc. 2015Page 5 of 11

Miami-Dade County Contractor Examinations: Candidate Information BulletinHand Score RequestProv ensures the accuracy of our test results. Ourcomputer system, Arkiv, is designed to identify andreport any potential error in data collected from a testsession. If you would like to have your score reassessedfor accuracy, you can request a Hand Score by callingProv at 1-866-720-7768 and asking for a Hand ScoreRequest Form.A Hand Score Request form requires a signature andmust be mailed to Prov. Forms must be received by Provno later than ninety (90) days after your testadministration date and must be accompanied by a copyof your original score letter.Once a Hand Score is received, Prov Staff will process therequest within seven (7) to ten (10) business days. Duringthe Hand Score process a staff member will ensure thatyour answers were properly recorded and scored bycomparing the captured answers to the test key. Uponcompletion of the Hand Score we will provide a letter bymail to report the outcome of the reassessment.The cost of the hand score is 25.00.Test Day Rules and ProceduresCheck-in DeadlineCandidates should plan to arrive 15 minutes early inorder to check-in. If candidates do not arrive by thescheduled start time of their exam, CANDIDATES WILL BETURNED AWAY and will forfeit their test fees and will berequired to reschedule for a future testing date. Pleaseread the Cancelation/Rescheduling Policy section asthere may be fees and consequence.Proof of IdentityNo cameras, recorders, cell phones or othercommunication devices are allowed in the testing room.Talking and smoking are not allowed in the testing room.Approved ItemsCandidates may bring the following approved items intothe testing center: Calculator. Only simple 4-function calculatorsare permitted. PDAs, cell phones or other specialcalculators (i.e. ElectriCalc, etc.) are NOTpermitted.Approved References. (See information below).Reference Material RulesAll tests are designed to allow candidates to useauthorized references while taking their tests. For a listof what reference materials are authorized for the tests,please refer to the information sheet provided by yourlicensing jurisdiction when you are approved for yourtest. All candidates’ reference materials will be checkedby the Prov test administrator prior to the candidatesbeing permitted access to the testing room.Candidates should prepare their reference materialsusing ONLY the following methods. HighlightingAttaching permanent tabsReference materials which do not meet the followingguidelines will not be allowed in the testing room. Theseguidelines are in place to ensure that every candidate istested fairly and that no candidate has access tounapproved resources. Upon arriving at the testing center, candidates will berequired to show government-issued, photo-bearingidentification. The photo-bearing ID must be current andvalid. Forms of valid photo-bearing ID are a driver’slicense, passport, or military ID. Candidates will also berequired to sign a test center log. If candidates cannotproduce a valid government-issued photo ID, refuse toparticipate in signing the test center log, they will bedismissed from the testing center and forfeit all testingfees for that testing session.Dade CIB 2015.07.17Prohibited Items Prov, Inc. 2015Handwritten notes are NOT allowed in anyportion of a reference book.Moveable tabs are NEVER permitted in areference book (Temporary tabs, such as Post-itnotes, paper taped or glued in your books arenot allowed and must be removed from thereference before the exam will begin).A reference book CANNOT contain Post-it notes.Photocopied documents CANNOT be added to areference book.Self-printed or photocopied versions of areference book are only permitted whenindicated on the reference list from Prov.Page 6 of 11

Miami-Dade County Contractor Examinations: Candidate Information BulletinProv asks that candidates leave all unauthorizedmaterials in their vehicle. If candidates are caught usingunauthorized materials during testing, these materialswill be confiscated, their testing will be terminated withfees forfeited, and the Board will be notified of theiractions. During the testing process candidates MUSTNOT: Share reference materials during testing.Highlight, underline, mark or write any kind ofinformation in their reference materials duringtesting.Visitor PolicyNo one other than the candidate will be allowed in thetesting room. Non-testing visitors are NOT permitted towait in the lobby while candidates test.Unethical Conduct PolicyAny individual caught giving or receiving assistanceduring or after the testing, or caught using unauthorizedmaterials during the testing will be reported directly tothe Board. Those caught in the act of cheating will bedismissed from the testing and their testing results willbe frozen. Furthermore, the candidate will forfeit thetest fees paid. Finally, anyone caught with test questionsin their possession, either during or following the testingwill be prosecuted by Prov for theft of copyrightedtesting materials.Prov’s Non-Discrimination StatementProv provides equal access to its tests and testingprograms for all eligible persons. Although individualjurisdictions that Prov represents are wholly responsiblefor determining eligibility of candidates, it is the policy ofProv to maintain an environment free of discriminationand to prohibit discrimination and harassment againstany person on the basis of race, color, national origin,gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexualorientation, and veteran, marital or family status.Harassment of Prov program participants, proctors, staffor candidates will not be tolerated. If candidates wish toexpress concerns about discrimination, they shouldcontact Prov at 866-720-7768 or write to: Prov, Inc.,13614 Progress Blvd. Alachua, FL 32615Special AccommodationsProv complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) in providing special accommodations forDade CIB 2015.07.17candidates that require additional assistance during thetesting process. If candidates feel that they qualify for aspecial accommodation during testing, they shouldcontact Prov at (866) 720-7768. Prov will require writtendocumentation from a licensed physician or psychologistdocumenting the disability and further require a requestdescribing the requested remedy. Prov will then workdirectly with the candidates to make theaccommodations they will need in order to completetheir test.Preparing for Your ExamsStudying for your ExamThe contractor licensing examinations that candidateswill take are designed to test what qualified contractorsshould know as they begin operations in the constructionfield. The test questions used on the tests have beenprepared by contractors and cover the wide range oftopics candidates would normally encounter as acontractor in their particular field. If candidates haveworked in construction for some period of time in avariety of different settings, they likely have experiencedmuch of what will be found on their test. On the otherhand, if the candidates’ experience is limited (not only inyears but in the variety of work performed) then it islikely they may want to spend time increasing theirknowledge by studying areas in which they are lessfamiliar. For all candidates, the reality is that peopleforget those things they don’t use, and over time acandidate’s knowledge in some areas may havedecreased.Prov recommends that candidates prepare for their testsby familiarizing themselves with the exam referenceswith emphasis on the subject areas listed in each testdescription. Candidates who are familiar with theirreference materials will spend less time searching foranswers during the test. When preparing for the test,remember that hand-written notes are not allowed in areference book used for testing. Candidates areencouraged to prepare their test materials byhighlighting text or placing permanent tabs on importantpages.It is NOT mandatory that candidates purchase any studymaterials in preparation for their tests; however, all testspermit the use of authorized study materials andcandidates may be at a disadvantage if they do not bringthose materials with them to their testing session. At a Prov, Inc. 2015Page 7 of 11

Miami-Dade County Contractor Examinations: Candidate Information Bulletin minimum Prov recommends that candidates have theirown code books related to their tests which may beuseful to candidates after their testing is complete.Purchasing ReferenceMaterials and StudyGuides You will be provided with a list of reference books whenyou apply for your test. You can also go to our websitefor this info. In addition to publisher information, Provhas listed the reference book’s ISBN and a website atwhich candidates can purchase the reference book.Most reference books can also be purchased through thefollowing companies. Prov, Inc.13614 Progress Blvd., Alachua, FL 32615200 Association Drive, Ste. 190, Charleston, WV25311www.provbookstore.com866-720-7768@ Home Prep, Inc.900 East Hill Ave., Ste. 380, Knoxville, TN 37915www.contractor-licensing.com800-952-0910AAA Construction School, Inc.34 Arlington Road South, Jacksonville, FL 32216www.aaaconstructionschool.com800-741-7277 or 904-722-9994American Contractors Exam Services737 Southern Hwy., Mineral Wells, WV 26150www.examprep.org800-992-1910Builder’s Book Depot1001 East Jefferson Rd., Ste., 5, Phoenix, AZ85034www.buildersbookdepot.com800-284-3434 or 602-252-4050Contractor Campus Bookstore1953 Colonial BoulevardFort Myers, FL onal Code Council900 Montclair Rd., Birmingham, AL 352134051 Flossmoor Rd., Country Club Hills, IL 604785360 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier, CA 9060111711 W 85th St., Lenexa KS 66214www.iccsafe.org800-786-4452Dade CIB 2015.07.17My Pearson Bookstorehttp://www.mypearsonstore.com800-947-7700 (Opt. 5)North American Contractors Assoc.www.infonaca.com336-540-0149Florida Licenses and Corporations, Inc.1150 NW 72nd Ave., #720. Miami, FL -3442If candidates need assistance in ordering any studymaterials, they may contact Prov by phone at 866-7207768.Reference Materials Available from ProvCandidates can purchase the following reference booksdirectly from the Prov Bookstore. For these referencematerials candidates may place their orders by phone oronline at www.provbookstore.com. 2012 Study Guide for Structural SteelAdvanced Mechanical Study GuideBasic SafetyFlorida Business and Law Study Guide forContractorsHVAC Basics for ContractorsIntermediate Mechanical Study GuideMasonry and Sitework for the ResidentialContractorPlumbing Basics for Contractors, 2nd EditionStudy Guide for Commercial CarpentryStudy Guide for Excavation ContractorsStudy Guide for General Engineering, 2nd EditionStudy Guide for InsulationStudy Guide for Masonry ContractorStudy Guide for PipefitterStudy Guide for Residential Carpentry & RepairStudy Guide for Room Air ConditioningStudy Guide for Siding & Finish CarpentryStudy Guide for Utilities ContractorsSample Test QuestionsThe following are sample questions that reflect theformat and style of the questions found on tests. Theyare not intended to reflect the content of the exam youwill take. Prov, Inc. 2015Page 8 of 11

Miami-Dade County Contractor Examinations: Candidate Information Bulletin1. Employers are required to notify employees ofchanges in policies affecting all of the followingEXCEPT:a. Pay schedules.b. Vacation allowance.c. Health benefits.d. Promotion opportunities.2. The accounting method that recognizes incomeand expenses only when money is received orpaid is called:a. PCM Method.b. Accrual Method.c. Cash Method.d. Cost-Comparison Method.3. If 15 amp circuits were used, the NEC wouldrequire a 2000 square foot house to have aMINIMUM of how many branch circuits?a. 2b. 3c. 4d. 54. Equipment that is electrically connected to atelecommunications network is required to belisted in accordance with section of theNEC.a. 110.16b. 240.6c. 800.18d. Chapter 9, Table 5(A)7. Which of the following types of jointreinforcement is NOT used to tie connectingcavity walls and intersecting walls?a. Z-tieb. Box tiec. Hardware clothd. Ladder type joint reinforcement8. What is the recommended concrete cover over#6 steel reinforcing in areas exposed to theweather?a. 3"b. 2"c. 1.5"d. 1"Answers to Sample Questions1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.D - Promotion opportunities.C - Cash Method.C- 4C - 800.18A - ACCA Manual D.B - 7" o.c.D - Ladder type joint reinforcementB - 2"5. Duct systems installed in single family dwellingsmust be sized pera. ACCA Manual D.b. ACCA Manual J.c. SMACNA Manual R.d. SMACNA Manual N.6. What is the recommended MAXIMUM spacing ofnails when installing drywall on a ceiling?a. 6" o.c.b. 7" o.c.c. 8" o.

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