Philadelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class A Contractor (ICC - 467_PA_PH) Exam Book Package

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class A Contractor (ICC - 467_PA_PH) Exam Book Package

If you’re pursuing a Philadelphia Demolition Class A Contractor license, your exam preparation needs to match the real responsibilities of unrestricted demolition work. The ICC 467_PA_PH exam is designed to measure code-and-safety competency across job assessment, site preparation, demolition operations, and worker/public safety. This book package gives you the core code and OSHA CFR references tied directly to the exam’s content areas so you can study in the same materials the exam is built around.

Class A demolition in Philadelphia covers the complete demolition of any structure. That scope means the licensing process—and the exam—expects a strong working knowledge of demolition safety, hazard controls, planning requirements, and compliance documentation. The goal of your prep shouldn’t be memorizing pages of text. It should be learning how to find answers quickly and confidently, using the references the exam is based on.

This package is built for practical, open-book study. You can use it to practice section navigation, reinforce the definitions and requirements that appear in exam questions, and train your timing so you spend less time searching and more time selecting the best answer.

What You Get

• Core exam reference set
  A focused group of publications aligned with the ICC 467_PA_PH content outline and reference list.
• Code and OSHA navigation practice
  Build speed by learning where key requirements live: chapters, sections, parts, and subparts that get tested most often.
• Jobsite-ready resources
  These references support compliance and safe decision-making beyond exam day—useful for planning, oversight, and documentation on demolition projects.

Exam Details

• Exam: Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class A
• ICC Exam Code: 467_PA_PH
• Format: Multiple-choice
• Number of questions: 50
• Time limit: 2-1/2 hours
• Testing provider: Pearson VUE (ICC Contractor/Trades program)
• Content areas and weighting:
  • Job Assessment — 20%
  • Site Preparation — 30%
  • Demolition — 20%
  • Safety — 30%
• Primary references used for exam content areas:
  • 2021 International Building Code
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1904
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910
  • Philadelphia Demolition Examination Study Guide (listed reference)

Open Book Test

The ICC 467_PA_PH Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam is an open book exam. Open book works in your favor only if you can navigate fast. With 50 questions in a 2-1/2-hour window, candidates who spend too long flipping pages often run out of time—even when they have the correct references.

Open-book prep that actually translates on test day focuses on three things:

• Familiarity with structure
  Know how each reference is organized so you can go straight to the right chapter or part.
• Targeted practice by domain
  Train in the same four domains the exam uses: job assessment, site preparation, demolition, and safety.
• Timed drills
  Practice answering and verifying within a clock. Your goal is reducing search time while staying accurate.

Licensing Steps

Philadelphia demolition contractor licensing is managed by the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I). Passing the appropriate ICC exam is one part of the process. Class A applicants must also meet administrative, insurance, bonding, and experience requirements.

1. Prepare your business licensing basics
   Applicants must have a Philadelphia Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT) number and a Commercial Activity License as part of the demolition contractor licensing requirements.
2. Pass the ICC demolition exam for your license class
   For Class A, the required exam is ICC 467_PA_PH (Philadelphia Demolition Class A).
3. Gather proof of insurance
   Philadelphia requires specific insurance categories on file for demolition contractor licensing, with required limits set by the City’s risk management standards.
4. Secure the required license bond
   Class A requires a higher bond amount than Class B and must be issued by an authorized surety company meeting Philadelphia’s stated underwriting criteria.
5. Identify required demolition safety roles
   You must identify at least one manager responsible for safe practices and compliance with the approved site safety plan, along with the documentation Philadelphia requires for that role.
6. Document required Class A experience
   Class A applicants must provide documented demolition experience that meets the City’s minimum standards, including evidence tied to both site safety management and demolition supervision responsibilities.
7. Confirm tax compliance and submit your application
   You must be current on City of Philadelphia taxes, then submit your demolition contractor license application through the City’s process.

State Requirements

While the license is a City of Philadelphia requirement, Class A applicants should plan for the specific items L&I requires for demolition contractor licensing. The following are key published requirements for a Demolition Contractor’s License, including items that are unique to Class A.

• License categories
  Philadelphia issues two demolition contractor license categories: Class A (complete demolition of any structure) and Class B (complete demolition limited to smaller buildings under published thresholds).
• Application and fee
  Philadelphia’s demolition contractor license requirements include a license application and a non-refundable $20 fee applied toward the cost of the license.
• Business tax and activity licensing
  Applicants must have a Philadelphia Business Income and Receipts Tax number and a Commercial Activity License.
• Insurance requirements
  Proof of insurance is required in amounts determined by the Office of Risk Management. Published minimum categories and limits include: General Liability at $2,000,000 per occurrence; Automobile Liability at $300,000; and Workers’ Compensation with stated per-accident, per-employee, and policy limits.
• License bond
  Class A requires a $50,000 license bond with an original seal, issued by a surety company authorized to do business in Pennsylvania and meeting Philadelphia’s underwriting limitation requirement.
• Demolition site safety management oversight
  Philadelphia requires identifying at least one manager who ensures safe practices on demolition sites and compliance with the approved site safety plan. Documentation includes proof of completion of an approved OSHA 30 safety training course taken within five years of the application date, and proof of employment.
• Class A experience documentation
  For Class A demolition contractors, Philadelphia requires proof of three years of experience in demolition as both a site safety manager and a demolition supervisor, documented through federal tax records and a resume identifying specific work experience.
• Tax compliance
  You must be current on all City of Philadelphia taxes as part of the demolition contractor licensing process.

Reference Books

• International Building Code, 2021
  A core code reference connected to job assessment and general requirements that influence demolition planning and compliance. Building comfort with code organization, definitions, and section navigation helps you move faster during open-book exam questions.
• Philadelphia Building Code Amendments
  Local Philadelphia amendments that align with the City’s adopted building code framework. Local amendments matter because Philadelphia demolition licensing and enforcement are tied to City-specific requirements and interpretations.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) (Includes 1904)
  OSHA construction regulations are central to demolition work and site controls. This reference supports both demolition-method questions and site preparation requirements tied to construction safety expectations.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1910
  OSHA general industry regulations support safety responsibilities that may appear in the exam’s safety domain, including required protections and compliance-driven decision-making.

Test Information and Study Materials

The ICC 467_PA_PH exam is weighted toward Site Preparation (30%) and Safety (30%). That is a strong signal for how to structure your study time. Most candidates improve the fastest by building a reliable “lookup routine” for OSHA-based questions while reinforcing the job assessment and demolition concepts that require understanding—not just searching.

Here’s a practical way to use this book package in a study routine that matches the exam design:

• Step 1: Map your references to the exam domains
  Use the content outline weights as your weekly study plan. If site preparation and safety represent 60% of the exam, they should represent the majority of your practice time.
• Step 2: Train fast navigation in OSHA CFR
  OSHA questions are often best answered by confirming the exact section language. Practice finding key topics by going directly to the correct part/subpart, then narrowing to the right section. The goal is accuracy without losing minutes per question.
• Step 3: Reinforce IBC-based job assessment concepts
  Job assessment questions often test whether you can identify what must be evaluated or verified before demolition begins. Work these as scenario-based drills: read the question, identify the intent, then confirm the supporting code section.
• Step 4: Do timed mini-exams
  Instead of only reading, run timed sets of 10–15 questions. After each set, review the questions you missed and write down the exact location where the correct answer is found. Repetition builds speed.
• Step 5: Build a “first-choice reference” habit
  When you see a question, decide which reference is most likely to contain the answer before you start searching. That decision-making skill is what keeps open-book testing efficient.

On test day, remember that open-book success is about preparation. The candidates who perform best aren’t the ones who try to search every question—they’re the ones who know when they already have the answer and when they need to confirm details quickly.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

Demolition licensing prep is trade-specific and compliance-heavy. 1 Exam Prep supports your goal by helping you prepare in a way that matches how demolition exams are written: scenario-driven questions, code-and-OSHA lookups, and time pressure.

• Organized study structure
  Instead of studying at random, you can focus by domain—job assessment, site preparation, demolition, and safety—so your time lines up with the exam’s weighting.
• Trade-focused review approach
  Demolition questions test judgment and responsibility. A trade-focused approach helps you connect requirements to what happens on a real demolition site: controls, oversight, hazard planning, and compliance expectations.
• Practice-oriented preparation
  Timed practice builds comfort and reduces second-guessing. The more you drill navigation and scenario logic, the more efficiently you can work through questions.
• Reference navigation support
  Open-book exams reward candidates who know where to look. Building your “navigation memory” in the IBC and OSHA CFR references helps you answer more confidently under the clock.
• Confidence through consistency
  A repeatable routine—review, drill, correct, reinforce—helps you show up prepared and ready to move through the exam with focus.

FAQ

What exam is this book package for?

This package is for the Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class A exam administered through ICC, exam code 467_PA_PH.

How many questions are on the ICC 467_PA_PH exam, and how long do I have?

The Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam (467_PA_PH) includes 50 multiple-choice questions with a 2-1/2-hour time limit.

Is the Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam open book or closed book?

The ICC 467_PA_PH exam is an open book test.

What are the main content areas on the Class A exam?

The exam is weighted across Job Assessment (20%), Site Preparation (30%), Demolition (20%), and Safety (30%).

What bond amount is required for a Philadelphia Demolition Class A contractor license?

Philadelphia’s published demolition contractor license information lists a $50,000 license bond requirement for Class A.

Does passing the ICC exam automatically grant the demolition contractor license?

No. Passing the exam is a key requirement, but Philadelphia’s demolition contractor licensing process also includes business, insurance, bonding, role identification, experience documentation (Class A), and tax compliance requirements.

What’s the difference between Class A and Class B demolition licensing in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia’s demolition contractor licensing information describes Class A as allowing complete demolition of any structure, while Class B is limited to buildings within specific published size and height thresholds.

How should I study for an open-book demolition exam?

Study both the concepts and the navigation. Use timed practice sets so you learn when you already know an answer and when you need to confirm it quickly in the IBC or OSHA CFR references.

Which areas should I prioritize based on exam weighting?

Prioritize Site Preparation and Safety first, since together they account for 60% of the exam. Then reinforce Job Assessment and Demolition to round out your preparation.