ICC General Requirements Practice Exam

What is one responsibility that a special inspector does not have?

1. Issuing stop work notices

2. Conducting inspections

3. Reporting non-conforming items

4. Reviewing approved plans

The correct answer is: Issuing stop work notices

A special inspector's primary role is to conduct inspections of construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans and building codes. This includes identifying and reporting any non-conforming items, which reinforces the integrity of the construction process. While special inspectors perform important functions such as conducting inspections and reporting issues, they do not have the authority to issue stop work notices. Stop work notices are typically a responsibility held by officials or authority figures like building inspectors or code enforcement officers, who have the jurisdiction and legal backing to halt work on a construction site. Thus, the role of special inspectors is more focused on compliance and reporting rather than enforcing work stoppage. This delineation of duties ensures that the special inspector can concentrate on inspection and assessment roles without overstepping into enforcement actions that are managed by other authorities.