Mississippi Lathing Plastering and Stucco Contractor Exam Complete Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package

Prepare for the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor examination with a complete highlighted and tabbed reference book package designed to make studying and open-book navigation more organized. This package brings together the approved technical references identified for the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco trade examination and prepares them with highlighting and permanent tabs to help candidates locate important information more efficiently.

The Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco specialty classification involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of plastering and stucco on interior and exterior walls, including exterior insulation finish systems, swimming pools, and related work within the classification scope. The PSI examination scope also identifies installation of lath, plaster, drywall, stucco, and associated work.

Preparing for this trade requires familiarity with materials, surface preparation, lathing systems, gypsum construction, plaster application, stucco, base and finish coats, drywall, tools, installation practices, and OSHA construction safety. Because those subjects are distributed across several references, candidates benefit from learning not only the technical material but also how each book is organized.

The highlighted and tabbed format gives you a structured starting point. Important sections are highlighted to draw attention to useful information, while permanent tabs provide faster access to major subjects and reference locations. During study sessions, candidates can repeatedly practice identifying a topic, selecting the appropriate book, and locating the applicable section.

This complete package includes Plastering Skills, 1984; Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition; Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual; and Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA). These are the references identified by PSI for the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco examination.

Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.

What You Get

• Plastering Skills, 1984 prepared with highlighting and permanent tabs for focused study and reference navigation.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition prepared to help candidates locate important gypsum, drywall, and related construction information.
• Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual prepared for efficient review of portland cement plaster and stucco subjects.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) prepared for construction safety study and exam reference use.
• Highlighted References: Important material is emphasized to help organize review and make useful information easier to identify.
• Permanent Tabs: Books are indexed with permanent tabs designed to support faster movement between important sections.

The purpose of the package is to help candidates spend more time studying the trade and less time building a reference-navigation system from scratch. Highlighting and tabs do not replace learning the material, but they can make the books easier to use during preparation and help candidates develop familiarity with the references they intend to bring to the examination.

Exam Details

The Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor trade examination is administered by PSI as part of the contractor licensing process associated with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors, commonly known as MSBOC.

The current PSI examination outline lists 45 questions. Candidates are allowed 2 hours to complete the examination, and the minimum passing score is 70%.

The examination content is divided into seven subject areas. Safety includes 5 questions. Surface Preparation and Setup includes 10 questions. Drywall includes 5 questions. Stucco includes 5 questions. Application and Installation includes 8 questions. Base and Finish Coat includes 7 questions. Plaster and Lathe includes 5 questions.

Surface Preparation and Setup represents the largest single portion of the current outline, followed by Application and Installation and Base and Finish Coat. Candidates should still prepare across all seven subjects because the 45-question examination draws from the complete content outline.

The examination may include questions based on the listed references as well as trade knowledge and general industry practices. This makes practical understanding important. Candidates should know terminology and procedures while also being able to locate specific information efficiently when a reference lookup is needed.

PSI permits candidates to use a silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator in the examination center. Candidates should become familiar with current testing procedures before their scheduled examination and arrive prepared with the approved references they intend to use.

Open Book Test

The Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor examination is an open-book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved reference materials to the examination center. The approved books are not supplied at the testing site.

PSI allows approved references to be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination session. Permanent tabs are permitted. Temporary tabs, including Post-it-style removable tabs, are not allowed and must be removed before the examination begins.

Approved reference materials must otherwise remain unmarked. PSI does not permit written notes in the references, and candidates may not bring additional loose or attached papers with the books. These rules make professionally prepared highlighting and permanent tabs particularly useful for candidates who want an organized reference system that complies with the permitted book-preparation format.

An open-book examination should not be treated as an opportunity to research every question from the beginning. With 45 questions and a two-hour testing period, candidates benefit from knowing which questions can be answered directly and which require a reference lookup.

Practice identifying the subject before opening a book. A safety question may direct you toward 29 CFR Part 1926. A drywall or gypsum question may point toward the Gypsum Construction Handbook. Stucco and portland cement plaster questions may require the Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual, while broader plastering procedures and trade practices may be found in Plastering Skills.

The more familiar you become with the books during preparation, the easier it becomes to decide where to search. Use the permanent tabs repeatedly during study sessions so they become familiar navigation points rather than something you see for the first time on exam day.

Licensing Steps

Mississippi contractor licensing is administered by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. The licensing process begins with selecting the correct contractor classification and submitting the applicable application and required supporting documentation to MSBOC.

For this trade, Lathing, Plastering and Stucco is identified by MSBOC as a specialty classification that requires a trade examination. Applicants should accurately identify the classification that matches the work the business intends to perform.

The applicant must designate a qualifying party for required examinations. MSBOC defines the qualifying party as the person responsible for taking required exams on behalf of the applicant. A qualifying party must have the relationship to the business required by MSBOC, such as an owner, officer, responsible managing employee, or other qualifying role recognized by the Board.

The application also requires information demonstrating relevant construction experience in the classification requested. Applicants should provide the documentation requested by MSBOC and complete the applicable sections of the commercial or residential contractor application based on the license being sought.

After MSBOC receives and processes the application, examination information is provided for required testing. Candidates then schedule the applicable examination through PSI after their eligibility has been established.

Mississippi requires the Law and Business Management examination for contractors applying for commercial or residential licenses. The Lathing, Plastering and Stucco trade examination is a separate examination requirement associated with this specialty classification.

After required examinations are successfully completed, the application continues through Board review and approval. Passing the trade examination alone does not automatically issue a Mississippi contractor license. Applicants must satisfy the complete licensing requirements applicable to their application.

State Requirements

MSBOC identifies Lathing, Plastering and Stucco as a specialty contractor classification. The official scope involves installation, maintenance, or repair of plastering or stucco on interior and exterior walls and includes work such as exterior insulation finish systems and swimming pools within the authorized classification.

The PSI examination scope describes the trade as installation of lath, plaster, drywall, stucco, and associated work. This scope is reflected in the examination content areas, which include surface preparation, drywall, stucco, application and installation, base and finish coats, plaster and lath, and construction safety.

Mississippi contractor applicants must complete the applicable MSBOC application process in addition to testing. The Board considers the requested classification, qualifying-party information, construction experience, business information, financial qualifications, insurance documentation, and other required application materials as applicable.

Commercial applicants are required by MSBOC to provide the financial documentation applicable to the classification being requested. Applicants should complete the current application requirements and make sure all required materials are submitted so the file can proceed through the licensing process.

Applicants should also understand the role of the qualifying party. This person is responsible for the required examination and represents the applicant's trade qualifications within the licensing structure established by MSBOC.

Reference Books

• Plastering Skills, 1984
  This trade-focused reference covers plastering materials, tools, preparation, mixing, application techniques, lathing, coats, finishing procedures, and practical plastering concepts. It supports several portions of the examination, including surface preparation, application, base and finish coats, and plaster and lath.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  This reference provides technical information related to gypsum products and construction systems. It is useful for studying drywall, gypsum assemblies, installation practices, materials, finishing, and related construction methods represented on the examination outline.
• Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual
  This manual focuses on portland cement plaster and stucco construction. It supports preparation involving materials, substrate preparation, application, plaster coats, finishing, curing, and other practices associated with cement plaster systems.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This federal construction safety reference contains OSHA standards applicable to construction work. It supports the Safety portion of the examination and provides requirements involving jobsite hazards, personal protective equipment, ladders and scaffolds, tools, fall protection, and other construction safety subjects.

PSI identifies these references as allowed in the examination center for the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco exam. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own books and ensuring that the references comply with current examination-room rules.

Test Information and Study Materials

A productive study plan should begin with the examination content outline. Give dedicated attention to Surface Preparation and Setup because it represents 10 of the 45 questions. Preparation should include understanding substrates, preparation procedures, working conditions, layout, and setup practices associated with plaster, stucco, drywall, and lathing operations.

Application and Installation is another major area with 8 questions. Review how materials and systems are installed, how different products are applied, and how installation requirements change depending on the surface and type of finish being used.

Base and Finish Coat accounts for 7 questions. Candidates should review plaster and stucco coat functions, application sequence, thickness concepts, finishing techniques, curing considerations, and terminology associated with multi-coat systems.

Drywall, Stucco, Plaster and Lathe, and Safety each contribute 5 questions. These areas should not be treated as minor subjects. On a 45-question examination, performance across every content area contributes directly to the final score.

Use the highlighted portions of the books as study points rather than simply memorizing highlighted sentences. Read the surrounding material so you understand why a procedure is used, what conditions affect it, and how similar materials or methods differ.

Practice questions should also include book lookup. When you encounter a question you cannot answer immediately, first decide which book should contain the information. Then use the permanent tabs, table of contents, index, chapter headings, and highlighted sections to locate the answer.

For OSHA preparation, become familiar with the structure of 29 CFR Part 1926. Construction safety questions may involve scaffolds, fall protection, ladders, personal protective equipment, tools, material handling, or other jobsite conditions. Recognizing the type of hazard can help guide you toward the correct OSHA section.

Timed practice can help candidates balance technical knowledge and research. The goal is not to look up every answer. Build enough trade familiarity to answer known concepts directly, then use the references strategically when confirmation or detailed requirements are needed.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor candidates organize preparation around the books and technical subjects connected with the trade examination. Instead of starting with completely unprepared references, candidates receive a highlighted and tabbed package designed to support focused study and efficient navigation.

The highlighted material helps draw attention to important sections while permanent tabs provide practical access points throughout the books. This can make repeated study sessions more productive because candidates can return to important chapters and subjects without rebuilding their navigation system each time.

Trade-focused review can include surface preparation, drywall, stucco, application methods, base and finish coats, plaster and lath, gypsum construction, and OSHA safety. Candidates can study these subjects individually and then combine them through mixed practice questions.

Reference navigation is especially important for an open-book contractor examination. 1 Exam Prep encourages candidates to practice selecting the correct book, recognizing terminology, using indexes and headings, and locating relevant technical material efficiently.

Practice-oriented preparation also helps candidates identify weak areas. When a question is missed, return to the applicable reference, review the concept in context, and determine why the correct answer applies. This approach supports stronger understanding instead of relying only on memorization.

The goal is to provide an organized reference package and a practical study foundation for candidates pursuing the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor classification. Exam performance and licensing approval remain dependent on the candidate's preparation and successful completion of MSBOC requirements.

Is the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The current PSI Candidate Information Bulletin identifies the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco examination as open book. Candidates must bring their own approved reference materials to the examination center.

How many questions are on the exam?

The current examination outline lists 45 questions.

How much time is allowed for the exam?

Candidates are allowed 2 hours to complete the Mississippi Lathing, Plastering and Stucco examination.

What score is required to pass?

The published minimum passing score is 70%.

What subjects are covered on the examination?

The current content outline covers Safety, Surface Preparation and Setup, Drywall, Stucco, Application and Installation, Base and Finish Coat, and Plaster and Lathe.

Are these books allowed in the examination center?

Yes. PSI identifies Plastering Skills, Gypsum Construction Handbook, Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual, and 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) as approved references for this open-book examination.

Can the books be highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. PSI permits approved references to be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary removable tabs are not permitted.

Are the books in this package already highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. This product is the Complete Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package, so the included references are prepared with highlighting and permanent tabs for study and exam navigation.

Can I write notes in the books for the exam?

No. PSI requires approved references to remain otherwise unmarked and does not permit written notes or additional loose or attached papers in the examination references.

Does Mississippi also require a Law and Business exam?

Yes. Mississippi requires the Law and Business Management examination for contractors applying for commercial or residential licenses in addition to applicable trade examination requirements.

How long should I allow for preparation of this package?

Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.

Does this package guarantee that I will pass the exam or receive a Mississippi contractor license?

No. The package provides organized study references and exam-preparation support. Candidates remain responsible for studying the material, passing required examinations, and satisfying all applicable Mississippi State Board of Contractors licensing requirements.