Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) Books Allowed into Exam Package

The Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) Books Allowed into Exam Package is designed for candidates preparing for the Arizona CR-31 Masonry trade exam who need the approved exam-room references in one organized package. This package includes the books provided for this exam-room reference set: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Building Code, 2018, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, and ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries.

The Arizona CR-31 classification is a dual residential and commercial masonry contractor classification. It applies to masonry work involving installation, repair, and construction using materials common to the masonry trade, including brick, block, stone, structural glass, baked clay products, and similar masonry materials. Candidates preparing for this exam should be ready to study masonry estimating, plan reading, unit masonry, mortar, grout, masonry accessories, tools, restoration, cleaning, safety, and code requirements.

This books allowed into exam package focuses on the references that may be brought into the examination center. The Arizona CR-31 exam is open book, but open book does not mean easy. Candidates must still understand masonry terminology, construction practices, code requirements, safety rules, and how to locate information quickly during a timed examination. The best preparation combines field knowledge with organized book navigation.

The ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries is especially important for masonry candidates because it focuses directly on masonry construction requirements and specifications. The International Building Code, 2018 supports preparation for commercial building code topics and general code navigation. The International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 supports residential masonry and dwelling-related code topics. The Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) supports construction safety preparation.

Masonry contractors often work with structural and nonstructural walls, veneers, partitions, retaining components, repairs, restoration, brick, concrete masonry units, stone, grout, mortar, reinforcement, ties, anchors, control joints, flashing, and cleaning methods. The CR-31 exam reflects this broad trade knowledge. Candidates may need to answer questions from experience, interpret plans, recognize proper material use, and locate code or safety provisions in the approved references.

This package is a practical choice for candidates who want the books allowed into the Arizona CR-31 exam room. By studying with the same references allowed into the testing center, candidates can prepare permitted highlights, notes, indexing, and permanent tabs before exam day. Familiarity with the books helps reduce stress, improve pacing, and support better reference lookup during the open-book test.

Exam Details

The Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) trade exam is part of the Arizona contractor licensing process. The exam is administered through PSI for the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. The reference material listed for the examination was used to prepare exam questions, and the exam may also include questions based on trade knowledge and general industry practices.

The Arizona CR-31 trade exam contains 60 questions. The minimum passing score is 70%, and the time allowed is 150 minutes. Candidates should manage time carefully because the exam includes both practical masonry knowledge and reference-based questions. With 60 questions in 150 minutes, candidates have about two and a half minutes per question on average.

The exam content outline includes the following subject areas:

• Estimating and Plan Reading: 5 items
• Unit Masonry: 18 items
• Mortar and Grout: 13 items
• Accessories and Specialties: 10 items
• Tools: 5 items
• Restoration and Cleaning: 3 items
• Safety: 6 items

For code questions, candidates should use the exact code editions listed for the examination. This package includes the International Building Code, 2018, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, and ACI 530/530.1-13. Safety-related questions may be supported by Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments.

Candidates may use a silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator in the examination center. Approved references should be organized before test day with permitted highlighting, underlining, annotations, indexing, and permanent tabs. Candidates should bring only approved references and follow all testing center rules for book condition, tabs, notes, and binding.

Open Book Test

The Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) trade exam is an open-book test with specific rules for approved references. This package includes the books allowed into the examination center for the Arizona CR-31 books allowed into exam package: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Building Code, 2018, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, and ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries.

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, annotated, and indexed before the examination session. During the examination session, candidates may not write, highlight, underline, or index in the references.

Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary tabs, including Post-it style tabs or other removable tabs that can be removed without tearing the page, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Candidates may not bring additional papers, whether loose or attached, with the approved references.

Downloaded reference materials may be brought into the testing center when properly bound. Spiral binding or a hole-punched binder format may be used when permitted by testing rules. Book preparation should be completed before the exam appointment so the candidate can focus on answering questions instead of correcting reference problems at the testing center.

Open-book preparation should include regular practice with tables of contents, indexes, definitions, chapter headings, masonry specifications, code sections, and OSHA safety standards. A clear permanent tabbing system helps candidates move through the books more efficiently. Candidates should practice locating masonry topics in ACI 530/530.1, building code topics in the IBC and IRC, and jobsite safety standards in OSHA Part 1926.

Licensing Steps

Arizona contractor licensing is handled through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Candidates pursuing the Arizona CR-31 Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor license should begin by confirming that this classification matches the work they plan to advertise, contract for, supervise, and perform.

The qualifying party is the person who qualifies the license by meeting the knowledge, experience, and examination requirements for the classification. For many applicants, the qualifying party must complete the required trade exam and the Arizona Statutes and Rules requirement unless an approved waiver applies.

Common licensing steps include selecting the correct license classification, identifying the qualifying party, completing the required examination or approved waiver process, meeting the Arizona Statutes and Rules requirement when required, forming or registering the business entity when applicable, obtaining the required bond, completing background checks for required individuals, providing government-issued identification, and submitting the completed license application with required documents and fees.

Applicants using an LLC or corporation should make sure the business entity is properly formed or registered before submitting the contractor license application. The legal business name should match across entity records, bond documents, application paperwork, and future advertising. Consistent documentation helps reduce delays during application review.

Passing the trade exam is an important step, but it does not automatically issue the contractor license. Applicants must complete the full Arizona Registrar of Contractors application process and meet all licensing requirements for the classification. Candidates should prepare for the exam while also staying organized with business records, bond information, background checks, identification, and application paperwork.

State Requirements

The Arizona CR-31 Masonry classification allows masonry work in both residential and commercial settings within the limits of the classification. The scope includes installation of masonry products, with or without mortar, including stone, structural glass, brick, block, baked clay, and other products common to the masonry industry.

Because CR-31 is a residential/commercial classification, it is designed for contractors who need authority to perform covered masonry work on both residential and commercial projects. Arizona also issues separate residential-only, commercial-only, and dual classifications for different construction trades. Candidates should choose the classification that matches the work they intend to perform.

Masonry work may involve unit masonry walls, veneers, columns, partitions, structural masonry, nonstructural masonry, restoration, cleaning, repair, mortar, grout, reinforcement, anchors, ties, flashing, joints, and related installation methods. Contractors should understand the classification scope and avoid contracting for work outside the authorized license.

Some masonry projects may require coordination with other properly licensed contractors when work includes electrical, plumbing, mechanical, structural engineering, excavation, or other specialty work outside the CR-31 scope. Understanding the boundaries of the classification is part of responsible contracting and licensing compliance.

Arizona contractor applicants should also prepare for requirements related to the qualifying party, examination completion, Arizona Statutes and Rules requirements, background checks, bonding, business formation or registration when applicable, identification, application forms, and fees. The Arizona Registrar of Contractors reviews the completed application before issuing the license.

Reference Books

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This construction safety reference covers OSHA standards for construction work. It supports preparation for safety topics that may apply to masonry projects, including scaffolds, ladders, fall protection, excavation safety, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, tools, materials handling, silica-related awareness, and general jobsite safety requirements.
• International Building Code, 2018
  This building code reference supports preparation for commercial building code topics, masonry assemblies, structural provisions, fire-resistance-related requirements, wall construction, materials, definitions, and general commercial code navigation.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This residential code reference supports preparation for one- and two-family dwelling code topics, residential masonry, foundations, walls, veneers, fireplaces, chimneys, moisture protection, structural provisions, and residential code navigation.
• ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
  This masonry standard and specification reference supports preparation for masonry structure requirements, masonry materials, construction specifications, reinforcement, mortar, grout, workmanship, quality assurance, inspection concepts, and technical masonry provisions used in code-based masonry construction.

Exam Room Approved Books

The following books are included in this Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) Books Allowed into Exam Package and are the exam-room approved references for this package:

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Allowed exam-room safety reference used for OSHA construction standards and safety-related exam preparation.
• International Building Code, 2018
  Allowed exam-room building code reference used for commercial building code topics and masonry-related code preparation.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  Allowed exam-room residential code reference used for one- and two-family dwelling code topics and residential masonry preparation.
• ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
  Allowed exam-room masonry reference used for masonry structure requirements, construction specifications, mortar, grout, reinforcement, workmanship, and masonry code preparation.

These books should be prepared according to exam rules before test day. Highlighting, underlining, annotations, and indexing may be completed before the exam session. Permanent tabs may be used. Temporary removable tabs, loose notes, and extra attached papers are not allowed. Candidates should keep their references clean, organized, and compliant for inspection at the examination center.

Test Information and Study Materials

The Arizona CR-31 exam covers masonry trade knowledge, code requirements, estimating, plan reading, materials, installation methods, restoration, cleaning, tools, and safety. A strong study plan should follow the exam content outline and give attention to each subject area. Candidates should avoid studying only the masonry tasks they perform most often in the field.

For estimating and plan reading, candidates should review drawings, dimensions, quantities, symbols, wall layouts, openings, elevations, material takeoffs, unit counts, mortar and grout estimating, and basic construction calculations. Masonry estimating requires attention to measurements, waste, layout, and project sequencing.

For unit masonry, candidates should study brick, block, stone, structural glass, concrete masonry units, baked clay products, veneers, bonding patterns, wall construction, alignment, coursing, joints, flashing, weeps, reinforcement, and anchorage. This is the largest content area on the CR-31 exam and deserves focused preparation.

For mortar and grout, candidates should review material properties, mixing, placement, compatibility, joint finishing, grout spaces, consolidation, reinforcement encasement, curing, weather considerations, and quality control. Mortar and grout are central to masonry performance and appear heavily on the exam.

For accessories and specialties, candidates should study ties, anchors, reinforcement, control joints, expansion joints, flashing, lintels, weeps, connectors, embedded items, moisture management, and specialty masonry components. These details affect strength, durability, drainage, and long-term performance.

For tools, candidates should review masonry hand tools, power tools, cutting equipment, layout tools, lifting equipment, mixing tools, scaffold-related equipment, and safe tool use. Tool questions may test both identification and proper application.

For restoration and cleaning, candidates should prepare for questions involving repair methods, repointing, cleaning products, surface protection, stain removal, damage prevention, material compatibility, and safe cleaning procedures. Restoration requires care because improper methods can damage masonry surfaces or reduce performance.

For safety, candidates should work directly with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926. Masonry work may involve scaffolds, ladders, falling object hazards, silica dust, cutting tools, heavy materials, mortar and grout handling, excavation near walls or foundations, and personal protective equipment. Safety preparation supports both exam readiness and responsible jobsite practice.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Arizona contractor candidates prepare with organized study guidance, trade-focused review, and practical reference navigation. For the Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-31) exam, preparation should be built around the approved references, the exam content outline, and the ability to answer questions under timed conditions.

Open-book exams reward candidates who know how to use their books. 1 Exam Prep encourages candidates to study with the same references they will use on exam day, build familiarity with OSHA, IBC, IRC, and ACI masonry materials, and practice locating information quickly. A clear book strategy can help reduce stress and improve pacing during the exam.

Many masonry contractors bring valuable field experience to the licensing process, but exam questions are not always written like jobsite conversations. Questions may require careful reading, reference navigation, code lookup, safety standard review, estimating judgment, or understanding of masonry specifications. 1 Exam Prep helps students bridge the gap between real-world masonry experience and exam-focused preparation.

This books allowed into exam package gives candidates the approved references needed for the Arizona CR-31 exam-room reference set. When combined with consistent study habits, permanent tab preparation, timed lookup practice, and a clear understanding of the licensing process, these references can help candidates move toward their Arizona Masonry Residential / Commercial Contractor licensing goal with greater confidence and structure.

FAQ: What books are included in the Arizona CR-31 Books Allowed into Exam Package?

This package includes Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Building Code, 2018, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, and ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries.

FAQ: Is the Arizona CR-31 Masonry exam open book?

Yes. The Arizona CR-31 trade exam is open book with specific rules for approved references. Candidates must follow the testing rules for highlighting, annotations, indexing, tabs, binding, and prohibited materials.

FAQ: How many questions are on the Arizona CR-31 exam?

The Arizona CR-31 trade exam has 60 questions. The minimum passing score is 70%, and the time allowed is 150 minutes.

FAQ: What topics are covered on the Arizona CR-31 exam?

The exam content outline includes estimating and plan reading, unit masonry, mortar and grout, accessories and specialties, tools, restoration and cleaning, and safety.

FAQ: Can I bring loose notes into the exam?

No. Loose papers and additional attached papers are not allowed with the approved references. Book preparation should be completed directly in the approved references before exam day.

FAQ: Are temporary tabs allowed in the exam books?

No. Temporary removable tabs, including Post-it style tabs, are not allowed. Permanent tabs may be used when they are the type that would tear the page if removed.

FAQ: What work does the Arizona CR-31 license cover?

The CR-31 classification covers masonry work using products common to the masonry industry, including stone, structural glass, brick, block, baked clay, and similar materials, with or without mortar, within the limits of the classification.

FAQ: Why is ACI 530/530.1 included?

ACI 530/530.1 is included because it covers masonry structure requirements and specifications. It supports preparation for masonry materials, mortar, grout, reinforcement, construction specifications, quality requirements, and technical masonry provisions.

FAQ: Why are the 2018 IBC and 2018 IRC included?

The 2018 International Building Code and 2018 International Residential Code are included as approved code references for commercial and residential masonry-related code preparation.

FAQ: How should I study with this books allowed into exam package?

Study the exam content outline, learn the structure of the OSHA, IBC, IRC, and ACI masonry references, add permitted permanent tabs before exam day, and practice timed lookups. The better you know the books, the more useful they become during the open-book test.