Quiz 2

According to the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP), what is the minimum width requirement for stairs in commercial buildings?

• 0.75 meters

• 1.00 meters

• 1.20 meters

• 1.50 meters

What is the maximum rise of a step for stairs in residential buildings under the National Building Code of the Philippines?

• 150 mm

• 180 mm

• 200 mm

• 250 mm

In residential buildings, what is the required minimum width for a stairway according to the National Building Code of the Philippines?

• 1.00 meters

• 1.20 meters

• 1.50 meters

• 0.75 meters

What is the minimum width for an emergency exit stairway in a commercial building, according to the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP)?

• 0.60 m

• 1.00 m

• 1.20 m

• 1.50 m

When designing a stair layout for a residential building, what is the primary consideration to ensure user safety and compliance with the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP)?

• Maximum rise and minimum tread width to ensure ease of use and stability

• Ensuring the staircase width is at least 1.2 meters regardless of building type

• Designing the stairs with a slope exceeding 45 degrees for efficient space use

• Avoiding landings to maximize available floor space

For bathroom doors in residential buildings, what is the minimum clear width requirement?

• 600 mm

• 700 mm

• 800 mm

• 900 mm

What is the minimum tread depth for stairways in residential buildings, as per the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP)?

• 230 mm

• 250 mm

• 280 mm

• 300 mm

In commercial buildings, what is the minimum headroom clearance for stairs according to the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP)?

• 1.80 meters

• 2.00 meters

• 2.30 meters

• 2.50 meters

According to the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP), how many handrails are required for stairs with a width greater than 1.10 meters in commercial buildings?

• One

• Two

• None

• Three

What is the maximum permissible pitch or slope of stairways in residential buildings under the National Building Code of the Philippines?

• 30⁰

• 35°

• 40°

• 45°