New Mexico Masonry Contractor GS-16 Exam Book Package

New Mexico Masonry Contractor GS-16 Exam Book Package

The New Mexico Masonry Contractor GS-16 Exam Book Package is a comprehensive, trade-focused reference collection designed to prepare you for the GS-16 Contractor licensing exam in New Mexico.

Built for contractors working in brick, block, stone, and structural masonry systems, this package provides the essential knowledge needed to understand materials, installation techniques, structural requirements, and code compliance. It is specifically structured to help you succeed in the open-book exam while strengthening your real-world capabilities in both residential and commercial masonry construction.

This package emphasizes structural integrity, material performance, and code compliance, ensuring you can confidently construct durable, load-bearing, and aesthetically sound masonry systems.

📚 Books Included in This Package

1. New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021

State-specific standards for commercial construction, including structural and safety requirements for masonry systems.

2. New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021

Provides residential construction requirements for masonry walls, foundations, and structural components.

3. International Building Code (IBC), 2021

The primary reference for commercial construction, covering structural design, fire resistance, and building safety—heavily used on the exam.

4. Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)

Essential construction safety standards covering scaffolding, fall protection, and jobsite hazards—critical for masonry work.

5. Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone (10th Edition)

Comprehensive guide to masonry materials, installation techniques, and construction practices—essential for real-world application.

6. ACI 530/530.1-13 – Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries

Industry-standard code for masonry design and construction—critical for structural compliance and performance.

🎯 What This Package Prepares You For

• New Mexico GS-16 Contractor Exam (Masonry)

• Masonry construction using brick, block, and stone

• Structural masonry design and load-bearing systems

• Mortar, reinforcement, and installation techniques

• Code interpretation and compliance (IBC, NMAC, ACI 530)

• Fire resistance and structural performance requirements

• OSHA safety standards for masonry construction

• Identifying installation issues and ensuring durability

🚀 Why Choose This Package?

✔ Masonry & Structural Focus – Built specifically for GS-16 scope
✔ Residential + Commercial Coverage – NMAC and IBC included
✔ Code + Craft Integration – Structural standards and hands-on techniques
✔ Optimized for Open-Book Exams – Quickly locate answers under time pressure
✔ Industry-Standard References – Trusted across masonry trades

💡 Perfect For:

• Individuals pursuing the New Mexico GS-16 Contractor License

• Contractors specializing in masonry construction

• Builders working with brick, block, and stone systems

• Construction professionals expanding into structural masonry

• Anyone looking to pass the exam on the first attempt

🔑 Lay It Right. Build for Strength. Get Licensed.

With the right references and a strong understanding of masonry systems and code requirements, you’ll be fully prepared to pass your exam and deliver durable, structurally sound, and code-compliant masonry construction.