Nevada Concrete Contractor (C-5) Highlighted & Tabbed Books Allowed into Exam Package

Prepare for the Nevada Concrete Contractor (C-5) trade examination with a focused Highlighted & Tabbed Books Allowed into Exam Package containing the references approved for use during the exam. This package is designed for candidates who already have their broader concrete study materials and specifically need the exam-room-approved references professionally organized with highlighting and tabs.

The package includes the International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. These references support code-based preparation involving concrete construction, reinforcement, foundations, structural requirements, materials, and other technical provisions connected with the Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor examination.

Both included books are highlighted and tabbed to support more organized study and more efficient reference navigation. Highlighting helps draw attention to important provisions, while tabs make it easier to move between major sections and frequently reviewed topics. Candidates should use the prepared books throughout their study period so the tab locations and highlighted material become familiar before exam day.

The Nevada C-5 Concrete classification covers preparing surfaces, placing reinforcing steel and other embedded materials essential to concrete construction, pouring and placing concrete, finishing and installing concrete, constructing and assembling forms, molds, slipforms, and pans, applying concrete sealants and waterproofing products, and sawing, cutting, drilling, and coring concrete and asphaltic paving material.

The C-5 examination requires both practical trade knowledge and efficient use of the approved references. Candidates should understand concrete materials, placement, reinforcement, formwork, earthwork, concrete cutting, construction safety, and related field practices while also developing the ability to locate specific code requirements quickly.

This package is intentionally focused on the books allowed into the examination room. It does not include the broader study-only references used for OSHA safety, formwork, excavation, quality concrete construction, or concrete cutting. Candidates who already have access to those materials can use this package to complete the exam-room-reference portion of their preparation.

Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted books allowed into exam package orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination is administered through PSI for candidates authorized to test through the Nevada State Contractors Board.

• Exam: Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor
• Testing Provider: PSI
• Number of Questions: 60
• Time Allowed: 2 hours
• Minimum Passing Score: 42 correct answers

The C-5 examination is divided into the following subject areas:

• Safety: 6 questions
• Concrete-Earthwork: 7 questions
• Concrete: 15 questions
• Concrete-Reinforcement: 10 questions
• Concrete-Formwork: 12 questions
• Concrete-Cutting: 10 questions

Concrete is the largest individual exam category with 15 questions. Candidates should review concrete materials, placement, consolidation, finishing, curing, joints, surface preparation, sealants, waterproofing, and general quality practices associated with concrete construction.

Concrete-Formwork accounts for 12 questions. Preparation should include forms, molds, slipforms, pans, supports, bracing, layout, alignment, stripping, and practical field procedures used to contain and support concrete during placement.

Concrete-Reinforcement accounts for 10 questions. Candidates should understand reinforcing steel, embedded materials, placement, cover, spacing, development concepts, and related structural concrete requirements.

Concrete-Cutting also contains 10 questions. Candidates should prepare for sawing, cutting, drilling, coring, joint cutting, equipment use, timing, and practical methods used in concrete and asphaltic paving work.

Concrete-Earthwork represents seven questions and may include site preparation, excavation, grading, subgrade conditions, compaction, trenching relationships, and other earthwork concepts that affect concrete construction.

Safety represents six questions. Candidates should understand common jobsite hazards involving reinforcement, forms, excavation, concrete placement, saw cutting, tools, personal protective equipment, and related construction operations.

Open Book Test

The Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor examination is an open-book test with designated references approved for use inside the examination room.

The highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved books included in this package are:

• International Building Code, 2018
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary

The International Building Code, 2018 supports preparation involving broader building-code requirements that relate to concrete construction, structural systems, foundations, materials, and other applicable provisions.

ACI 318-14 supports preparation involving structural concrete, reinforcement, materials, cover, placement, development, construction provisions, and other concrete requirements that may appear on the C-5 examination.

Both references are highlighted and tabbed to support navigation, but candidates should still become familiar with the organization of each book. The most useful open-book strategy is not simply searching for every answer. Candidates should first identify the subject of the question and determine which reference is most likely to contain the required information.

A structural concrete or reinforcement question may point toward ACI 318-14, while a broader building-code question may require the International Building Code. Learning to select the correct reference before beginning a search can help reduce unnecessary page turning and improve pacing.

Technical knowledge remains essential even on an open-book examination. The C-5 test includes safety, cutting, formwork, earthwork, and practical concrete topics that candidates should understand before exam day rather than relying entirely on reference lookups.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates the C-5 Concrete classification. Passing the trade examination is one part of the complete Nevada contractor licensing process.

1. Confirm the C-5 classification. Determine that Concrete Contracting matches the type of work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. Designate the person who will satisfy the applicable experience and examination requirements.
3. Document qualifying experience. Prepare records describing relevant work involving concrete placement, finishing, reinforcement, formwork, earthwork, cutting, drilling, coring, sealants, waterproofing, and related responsibilities.
4. Prepare the Nevada contractor license application. Gather business information, qualifier information, experience documentation, financial information, and other required supporting materials.
5. Submit the application. The Nevada State Contractors Board reviews the applicant's qualifications before examination eligibility is established.
6. Complete applicable background requirements. Follow the required disclosure, fingerprint, and background procedures.
7. Meet financial responsibility requirements. Provide the applicable financial information required during the licensing process.
8. Receive examination eligibility. Candidates required to test can proceed with scheduling after authorization.
9. Schedule the C-5 examination through PSI. Arrange the Concrete Contractor trade examination after eligibility has been established.
10. Prepare for the examination. Review concrete, reinforcement, formwork, cutting, earthwork, safety, and approved-reference navigation.
11. Complete applicable contractor management requirements. Nevada contractor licensing also includes management qualification in addition to the trade examination.
12. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Satisfy applicable bonding, financial responsibility, background, and other Nevada State Contractors Board requirements before license issuance.

State Requirements

The Nevada C-5 Concrete classification authorizes work involving preparation of surfaces and placement of reinforcing steel and other embedded materials that are essential to or form an integral part of concrete construction.

The classification also covers pouring, placing, finishing, and installing concrete, as well as constructing and assembling forms, molds, slipforms, and pans used in concrete work.

Additional authorized work includes applying concrete sealants and other waterproofing products and sawing, cutting, drilling, and coring concrete and asphaltic paving material.

This broad scope means candidates should prepare for the complete concrete construction process rather than focusing only on finishing. A C-5 contractor may need knowledge of site conditions, earthwork preparation, reinforcement, forms, placement, curing, finishing, sealing, waterproofing, saw cutting, drilling, and coring.

Reinforcement and formwork are especially important areas because together they account for a substantial portion of the examination. Candidates should understand how reinforcing steel and embedded materials are incorporated into concrete and how forms support concrete until the material can sustain itself.

Concrete cutting is another major part of both the classification and the examination. Candidates should be prepared for questions involving saw cutting, joint timing, drilling, coring, equipment, and related field practices.

Passing the C-5 trade examination does not automatically issue a Nevada contractor license. Applicants must also satisfy applicable experience, management qualification, financial responsibility, bonding, background, and other licensing requirements administered by the Nevada State Contractors Board.

Reference Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  Highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved reference supporting preparation involving foundations, structural construction, building materials, concrete-related provisions, and other code requirements relevant to Nevada C-5 work.
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved concrete reference supporting structural concrete, reinforcing steel, materials, placement, cover, development, construction provisions, and related technical requirements.

Exam Room Approved Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  Highlighted and tabbed reference approved for use during the Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination.
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Highlighted and tabbed structural concrete reference approved for use during the Nevada C-5 trade examination.

This package is specifically focused on the two references allowed into the C-5 examination room. Candidates who already have their broader concrete study materials can use this option to obtain the approved IBC and ACI references already organized with highlighting and tabs.

The highlighted material and tab locations should be reviewed during preparation. Candidates should know what the tabs represent and how each highlighted section relates to the exam topics rather than relying on the organization for the first time on test day.

Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted books allowed into exam package orders.

Test Information and Study Materials

A productive C-5 preparation plan should reflect the weighting of the examination. Concrete, Formwork, Reinforcement, and Cutting account for most of the 60 questions and should receive the greatest amount of study time.

Prioritize concrete fundamentals. Review materials, mixing, placement, consolidation, curing, finishing, joints, surface preparation, waterproofing, sealants, and general quality practices.

Study formwork thoroughly. Review form materials, supports, bracing, layout, alignment, loads, stripping, molds, pans, slipforms, and practical formwork procedures.

Review reinforcement. Understand reinforcing steel, placement, cover, spacing, embedded materials, development concepts, and the structural role of reinforcement. Practice using ACI 318-14 to locate applicable provisions.

Prepare for concrete cutting. Study saw cutting, joint cutting, drilling, coring, timing, equipment, and field techniques. With 10 questions devoted to Concrete-Cutting, it should be treated as a major study category.

Review earthwork. Study excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, compaction, drainage relationships, and other site conditions that affect concrete construction.

Prepare for safety. Review jobsite hazards associated with reinforcing steel, forms, excavation, concrete placement, cutting equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment.

Practice International Building Code navigation. Use the highlighted and tabbed IBC to become familiar with foundations, structural systems, materials, and other requirements that may relate to concrete work.

Practice ACI 318-14 navigation. Use the highlighted and tabbed ACI reference regularly so reinforcement, materials, cover, structural concrete, and construction topics become easier to locate.

Use timed reference exercises. The exam allows two hours for 60 questions, so candidates should practice finding information efficiently rather than spending too much time on a single lookup.

Balance code navigation with trade knowledge. Open-book status does not mean every answer should be searched. Practical concrete, cutting, formwork, earthwork, and safety questions often require knowledge that should be developed before exam day.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation, and confidence-building study structure.

This Highlighted & Tabbed Books Allowed into Exam Package focuses specifically on the International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14, giving candidates the exam-room-approved references prepared for more organized study and navigation.

Highlighting helps identify important material, while tabs can help candidates move more quickly between major sections. These features are most effective when candidates use the books repeatedly before test day and become familiar with the location and purpose of the tabs.

Reference-navigation preparation helps candidates develop a consistent process. Instead of opening both books for every difficult question, candidates can first decide whether the subject is more likely to require the International Building Code or ACI 318-14.

Trade-focused review should still cover concrete, reinforcement, formwork, cutting, earthwork, and safety. The approved references are important tools, but they do not replace the technical understanding required to work through practical trade questions.

Practice-oriented preparation can help candidates identify weaker areas. Someone with extensive field experience in concrete placement may need more work with ACI reinforcement requirements, while another candidate may need additional study involving cutting, forms, or earthwork.

Organizing study around the actual exam categories can help candidates use preparation time more effectively. Larger sections should receive additional attention, while smaller categories should still be reviewed enough to support a balanced exam strategy.

By combining highlighted and tabbed exam-room references with structured review, trade-focused preparation, and repeated code-navigation practice, 1 Exam Prep helps candidates build an organized approach to the Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Nevada C-5 Highlighted & Tabbed Books Allowed into Exam Package?

The package includes the International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary.

Are both books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. Both included exam-room-approved books are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and reference navigation.

Are both books allowed into the Nevada C-5 examination?

Yes. The International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14 are the approved exam-room references included in this package.

Is the Nevada C-5 examination open book?

Yes. The C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination is open book with designated approved references.

How many questions are on the C-5 examination?

The Nevada C-5 examination contains 60 questions.

How much time is allowed for the exam?

Candidates have two hours to complete the examination.

What score is required to pass?

The minimum passing score is 42 correct answers out of 60 questions.

What is the largest C-5 exam category?

Concrete is the largest individual category with 15 questions, followed by Concrete-Formwork with 12 questions.

Does the C-5 exam include reinforcement questions?

Yes. Concrete-Reinforcement accounts for 10 questions and includes topics involving reinforcing steel, embedded materials, placement, cover, and related requirements.

Does the C-5 exam include concrete cutting?

Yes. Concrete-Cutting accounts for 10 questions and includes sawing, cutting, drilling, coring, equipment, and related field practices.

Why are highlighted and tabbed books useful?

Highlighting helps identify important material, while tabs can make it easier to move between major sections and frequently reviewed topics during study and the timed examination.

Do highlighted and tabbed books replace studying?

No. Candidates should still understand concrete, formwork, reinforcement, earthwork, cutting, safety, and code requirements. Highlighting and tabs support navigation but do not replace technical preparation.

Does this package include study-only concrete books?

No. This package is specifically focused on the two references allowed into the Nevada C-5 examination room.

How long should I allow for my order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted books allowed into exam package orders.

Does passing the C-5 exam automatically issue a Nevada contractor license?

No. Passing the trade examination is one part of the licensing process. Applicants must also complete the applicable Nevada State Contractors Board licensing requirements.

Who is this package best for?

This package is best for Nevada C-5 candidates who already have their broader concrete study materials and specifically need the International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14 professionally highlighted and tabbed for use during the trade examination.