Arizona General Commercial Contractor (B-1) Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package

The Arizona General Commercial Contractor (B-1) Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package is designed for contractors preparing for the Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor trade exam with the approved references already organized for open-book testing. This package includes the commercial building, code, concrete, excavation, steel, carpentry, masonry, and OSHA references used for exam preparation, professionally highlighted and permanently tabbed to support focused study and faster reference navigation.

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor classification applies to construction, alteration, and repair in connection with structures built, being built, or to be built for the support, shelter, and enclosure of persons, animals, chattels, or movable property of any kind. The scope includes supervision of all or any part of that work, including management or direct or indirect supervision of work performed.

Because the B-1 classification covers a broad commercial construction scope, candidates need to prepare across multiple building disciplines. The exam may involve sitework, concrete, masonry, metals, carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, safety, and general building code knowledge. This book package gives candidates an organized way to work through a large reference set without starting from plain, unmarked books.

Open-book contractor exams require preparation beyond reading. Candidates must know how to identify the topic of a question, choose the correct reference, move to the right section, and answer efficiently under a time limit. Highlighting and permanent tabs help turn a large set of references into a practical study system. The goal is to build familiarity with the books before exam day so the open-book format becomes more manageable.

This package is a strong fit for qualifying party candidates, commercial building contractors, construction supervisors, project managers, business owners, and experienced tradespeople preparing for Arizona contractor licensing. It supports both trade review and exam-room reference navigation for the Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam.

What You Get

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed construction safety reference used for OSHA-related exam preparation.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed code reference used for residential building code concepts that may support general building exam preparation.
• International Building Code, 2018
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed commercial building code reference covering occupancy, construction types, fire-resistance, means of egress, structural provisions, materials, and general building requirements.
• Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed concrete reference covering concrete materials, mixture design, testing, placement, curing, durability, and quality control.
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed excavation and utility construction reference supporting sitework, trenching, pipe installation, excavation safety, and related construction practices.
• Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed steel joist reference covering safe handling, erection, bracing, placement, and coordination of steel joists and joist girders.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed carpentry and building construction reference covering layout, framing, materials, methods, tools, and construction fundamentals.
• Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition
  Professionally highlighted and tabbed masonry reference covering brick, block, stone, mortar, layout, wall systems, reinforcement, and masonry construction methods.
• Highlighted Study Organization
  Important sections are marked to help guide review and support faster lookup during open-book exam practice.
• Permanent Tabs
  Tabs are prepared to support exam-room reference navigation and open-book testing requirements.

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

Exam Details

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam is part of the Arizona Registrar of Contractors trade examination program. Candidates applying for a B-1 General Commercial license may have a choice between the AZ ROC General Commercial exam and the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors. This package is organized for candidates preparing with the Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor reference set listed for the AZ ROC trade exam.

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam contains 100 questions. The minimum passing score is 70%, and the time allowed is 240 minutes. The exam is administered through PSI as part of Arizona’s contractor trade examination process.

The exam content areas include sitework, concrete, masonry, metals, carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, safety, and general building code. This broad outline reflects the role of a general commercial contractor, who may be responsible for coordinating and supervising many different parts of a commercial construction project.

Sitework questions may involve excavation, grading, trenching, pipe installation, soil conditions, layout, and general jobsite preparation. Concrete questions may involve materials, mixture design, placement, curing, testing, joints, reinforcement coordination, and quality control. Masonry questions may involve brick, block, stone, mortar, wall layout, reinforcement, flashing, and construction methods.

Metals questions may include steel joists, joist girders, handling, erection, bracing, installation sequence, and jobsite coordination. Carpentry questions may involve framing, layout, materials, tools, roof and floor systems, and general building construction methods. Thermal and moisture protection may involve weather barriers, flashing, insulation concepts, roofing-adjacent details, water control, and protection of the building envelope.

Doors, windows, and finishes may include installation procedures, trim, openings, hardware coordination, surface preparation, finish materials, and final construction quality. Safety questions may cover OSHA construction standards, jobsite hazards, personal protective equipment, ladders, scaffolds, excavation safety, fall protection, tools, equipment, and material handling. General building code questions may require candidates to navigate the 2018 International Building Code and related code provisions.

Open Book Test

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam is an open-book test using the approved references listed for the examination. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own reference materials to the examination center. The approved references may be highlighted, underlined, annotated, and indexed before the examination session begins.

During the exam, candidates may not write, highlight, underline, or index inside the reference books. Any markings, notes, highlighting, underlining, or indexing must be completed before the exam begins. Candidates should arrive with the books already organized and ready to use.

Reference materials may be tabbed or indexed with permanent tabs only. Permanent tabs are tabs that would tear the page if removed. Temporary removable tabs, including Post-it style tabs or other removable markers, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins.

Candidates may use a silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator in the examination center. Loose papers and additional attached papers are not allowed with approved references. Downloaded references may be brought into the testing center only when they are properly bound, such as spiral bound or placed in a binder after being hole-punched.

Open book does not mean easy. The B-1 exam covers a wide commercial construction scope and uses a large set of references. Candidates still need trade understanding, reading comprehension, safety awareness, code-navigation practice, and the ability to choose the correct book quickly. Highlighting and tabs help candidates move through the books with purpose instead of searching without a plan.

Licensing Steps

Arizona contractor licensing is handled by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. A candidate pursuing the B-1 General Commercial Contractor classification should begin by reviewing the classification scope, confirming the applicable examination path, and preparing for the required trade examination.

The person who satisfies the examination requirement is commonly the qualifying party for the license. The qualifying party is connected to the contractor license application and is responsible for demonstrating knowledge in the classification. Applicants should follow the Arizona Registrar of Contractors process for current application forms, business information, bonding, financial responsibility items, and any other licensing materials required for the application.

A practical preparation path begins with gathering the approved references, reviewing the B-1 exam information, and building a study schedule around the major subject areas. Because this classification covers general commercial construction, candidates should divide study time across sitework, concrete, masonry, metals, carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, safety, and general building code.

After preparing, candidates schedule and complete the required examination through the testing provider. Passing the trade exam is an important licensing step, but passing the exam does not automatically issue a contractor license. The license application must still be submitted to the Arizona Registrar of Contractors and reviewed according to state licensing requirements.

Candidates should keep the full licensing process in mind while preparing. The exam is one part of the broader path to licensure. Business setup, application documents, bonding, compliance responsibilities, and state review may also be part of the process depending on the applicant and business structure.

State Requirements

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor classification allows construction, alteration, and repair in connection with any structure built, being built, or to be built for the support, shelter, and enclosure of persons, animals, chattels, or movable property of any kind. The scope also includes supervision, management, and direct or indirect supervision of work performed under that construction activity.

The B-1 classification is a commercial contractor classification. Arizona separates residential, commercial, and dual contractor licenses, so candidates should make sure the B-1 classification matches the work they plan to contract, advertise, supervise, and perform. Contractors who plan to perform residential general building work or both residential and commercial general building work should review the appropriate residential or dual classifications.

General commercial contracting requires a broad knowledge base. A B-1 contractor may coordinate multiple trades, review plans and specifications, manage jobsite sequencing, understand code requirements, supervise subcontracted work, and maintain safe project conditions. Exam preparation should reflect that broad role by covering more than one specialty area.

The exam content outline identifies the exam subject areas and reference materials used for the trade examination. Candidates should study the listed references and prepare for questions based on trade knowledge, general industry practices, code navigation, construction standards, and safety requirements.

Reference Books

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

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This construction safety reference supports preparation for OSHA-related questions involving jobsite hazards, personal protective equipment, ladders, scaffolds, excavation safety, fall protection, tools, equipment, material handling, and safe work practices.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This code reference supports study in residential building code provisions, construction standards, structural requirements, fire safety, building planning, and one- and two-family dwelling requirements that may support general building knowledge.
• International Building Code, 2018
  This commercial building code reference supports study in occupancy classifications, construction types, fire-resistance-rated construction, means of egress, accessibility-related provisions, structural requirements, materials, and general building code requirements.
• Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
  This concrete reference supports study in cement, aggregates, admixtures, water-cement ratio, mixture proportioning, testing, placing, finishing, curing, durability, and concrete quality control.
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  This excavation and utility construction reference supports study in trenching, excavation methods, pipe installation, backfilling, jobsite layout, soil conditions, equipment use, and safety considerations related to underground work.
• Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
  This steel joist reference supports study in handling, storing, placing, erecting, bridging, bracing, and coordinating steel joists and joist girders during commercial construction.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  This carpentry and construction reference supports study in layout, framing, floor systems, wall systems, roof systems, materials, tools, construction methods, and general building practices.
• Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition
  This masonry reference supports study in brick, concrete block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, flashing, wall construction, layout, tools, and masonry workmanship.

Exam Room Approved Books

The following books are included in this highlighted and tabbed book package for Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam preparation:

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Construction safety reference for OSHA-related exam questions and jobsite safety topics.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  Code reference for residential building requirements and general building code study.
• International Building Code, 2018
  Commercial building code reference for occupancy, construction type, egress, fire-resistance, materials, and general building provisions.
• Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
  Concrete reference for mixture design, materials, placement, curing, testing, and concrete performance.
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  Sitework and excavation reference for trenching, pipe installation, soil conditions, backfill, and underground construction practices.
• Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
  Steel joist reference for handling, erection, bridging, bracing, and jobsite coordination.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Carpentry and building construction reference for layout, framing, materials, tools, and general construction methods.
• Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition
  Masonry reference for brick, block, stone, mortar, reinforcement, flashing, layout, and masonry construction practices.

Approved references may be highlighted, underlined, annotated, and indexed before the examination session. References may not be written in during the exam. Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary removable tabs are not allowed. Candidates should avoid loose papers, removable notes, or extra attached pages with the references.

Test Information and Study Materials

The Arizona B-1 exam requires a broad study plan because general commercial contracting touches many areas of construction. Candidates should begin with the content outline, then connect each subject area to the books most likely to support that topic. This creates a more efficient study process than reading every reference without direction.

For sitework, candidates should study excavation, pipe installation, trenching, backfill, soil conditions, jobsite layout, and safety practices. For concrete, candidates should review materials, mix design, forms, placing, finishing, curing, joints, testing, and quality control. For masonry, candidates should review brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, wall layout, flashing, and workmanship.

Metals preparation should include steel joists, joist girders, erection sequence, handling, bridging, bracing, and coordination with other building systems. Carpentry preparation should include layout, framing, floor and roof systems, wall construction, materials, tools, and practical building methods. These subjects often connect to field sequencing, plan reading, structural coordination, and construction supervision.

General building code preparation should focus on learning how to navigate the 2018 International Building Code efficiently. Candidates should practice using the table of contents, index, chapter structure, section headings, and tabs. Code questions reward candidates who can quickly identify whether a question involves occupancy, construction type, fire-resistance, means of egress, materials, or another code topic.

OSHA safety should be part of every study schedule. Commercial construction work can involve excavation hazards, falls, scaffolds, ladders, struck-by hazards, electrical hazards, tools, heavy materials, and changing jobsite conditions. Candidates should become familiar with the structure of 29 CFR Part 1926 before the exam.

The highlighted and tabbed format helps candidates build a practical study routine. Review every tab, read the highlighted material, and practice locating related sections. The goal is to make the books familiar enough that a question about concrete, masonry, steel, sitework, code, carpentry, or safety points you toward the right reference quickly.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps contractor candidates prepare with organized study tools built around real exam needs. For the Arizona General Commercial Contractor (B-1) exam, this highlighted and tabbed book package gives you the supplied references in a format designed for practical study and open-book navigation.

The highlighting helps draw attention to important sections inside the books. The permanent tabs help candidates move through the references more quickly. Together, they create a study structure that supports review, repetition, and faster lookup during timed practice.

1 Exam Prep’s approach supports trade-focused review, code navigation, safety awareness, reference familiarity, practice-oriented preparation, and confidence-building study habits. The goal is to help candidates build a clear routine: review the classification scope, study the references, learn the tab system, practice timed lookup, and enter the exam with a stronger command of the materials.

This package does not replace preparation, but it can make preparation more efficient. Instead of beginning with plain books and creating a system from scratch, candidates receive references that are already highlighted and tabbed. That structure gives each study session a clear starting point and helps reduce the confusion that can come with large open-book exams.

For general commercial contractors, time matters. Organized references can help reduce setup work, support focused study, and make exam practice less stressful. When you understand the construction topics and know where to look in the books, the open-book format becomes more manageable.

Who is this book package for?

This package is for candidates preparing for the Arizona General Commercial Contractor (B-1) trade exam. It is designed for qualifying party candidates, commercial building contractors, construction supervisors, project managers, and business owners preparing for Arizona contractor licensing.

What work is covered by the B-1 classification?

The B-1 classification covers construction, alteration, and repair in connection with structures built or being built for the support, shelter, and enclosure of persons, animals, chattels, or movable property. It also includes supervision, management, and direct or indirect supervision of work performed.

Is the Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam is open book. Candidates may bring approved references into the testing center when the books comply with PSI rules for highlighting, annotations, indexing, tabs, and loose materials.

How many questions are on the B-1 exam?

The Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor exam has 100 questions. The minimum passing score is 70%, and candidates are allowed 240 minutes to complete the test.

Are the books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. The included books are professionally highlighted and permanently tabbed to support study, reference lookup, and open-book exam navigation.

Can I use temporary tabs in the exam room?

No. Temporary removable tabs, including Post-it style tabs, are not allowed. References may be tabbed or indexed with permanent tabs only.

What topics are covered on the B-1 exam?

The exam content areas include sitework, concrete, masonry, metals, carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, safety, and general building code.

Is this package for residential or commercial general contracting?

This package is for the Arizona B-1 General Commercial Contractor classification. Contractors preparing for residential general contracting or dual residential/commercial general contracting should review the appropriate Arizona classification before selecting exam materials.

Does this package include OSHA and building code references?

Yes. The package includes Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Building Code, 2018, and International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, along with additional construction trade references.

Does this package guarantee that I will pass?

No. This package is a study and reference-navigation tool. Exam results depend on preparation, trade knowledge, study time, test-taking habits, and the candidate’s ability to use the references effectively.