{"product_id":"philadelphia-pennsylvania-demolition-class-b-contractor-icc-468_pa_ph-highlighted-tabbed-book-package","title":"Philadelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class B Contractor (ICC - 468_PA_PH) Highlighted \u0026 Tabbed Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003ePhiladelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class B Contractor (ICC - 468_PA_PH) Highlighted \u0026amp; Tabbed Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDemolition work in Philadelphia demands more than tools and experience—it requires documented knowledge of code requirements and OSHA safety standards. The Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class B Contractor exam (ICC 468_PA_PH) is designed to confirm you understand job assessment, site preparation, demolition methods, and safety responsibilities tied to Philadelphia requirements and federal regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Highlighted \u0026amp; Tabbed Book Package is built for exam-day speed and real-world clarity. Instead of showing up with a stack of references you’ve barely opened, you’ll study and test with materials that are organized for fast lookups. Highlighting draws your attention to high-use definitions and critical provisions, while tabs guide you directly to the sections that candidates reach for most often under time pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia’s Demolition Contractor licensing process also relies on exam completion as part of the application requirements. If you’re pursuing the Class B Demolition Contractor license, this package supports the exam side of the journey with the core references tied to the 468_PA_PH content outline and the City’s demolition study materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighlighted references\u003c\/strong\u003e to help you spot key rules, definitions, thresholds, and safety obligations faster while studying and testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTabbed organization\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to reduce search time so you can move from question to answer with less page-flipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam-focused structure\u003c\/strong\u003e that helps you study by the same four content areas used on the 468_PA_PH exam outline: Job Assessment, Site Preparation, Demolition, and Safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-book readiness\u003c\/strong\u003e so you build confidence locating code language and OSHA requirements efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam:\u003c\/strong\u003e 468 Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 multiple-choice questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pearson VUE (ICC Contractor\/Trades program)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC Philadelphia Contractor\/Trades Examination Information Bulletin (published March 15, 2026) lists the 468 exam content areas and weighting as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJob Assessment (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite Preparation (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemolition (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat breakdown matters. Nearly two-thirds of the exam weight is tied to \u003cstrong\u003esite preparation and safety\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates who treat those topics as “common sense” often lose points on questions that require exact OSHA language, documentation expectations, and jobsite responsibilities that must be followed in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 468 Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class B exam is listed as \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e. Open book exams reward two skills at the same time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e You must know what the requirement means and how it applies on a demolition site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNavigation speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e You must be able to locate the right rule quickly—because you will not have time to look up every question from scratch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s where a highlighted and tabbed set of references becomes a practical advantage. When the exam asks about planning, documentation, safe practices, or procedural requirements, your job is to find the governing section fast, confirm the detail, and move on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections (L\u0026amp;I) requires a Demolition Contractor’s License to demolish a building in the city. The City describes two license categories (Class A and Class B), and Class B is tied to specific project limits. As part of the licensing process, you must identify required personnel roles and provide documentation, including proof of successful completion of the Philadelphia Demolition Contractor Examination (Class A or Class B), which is administered by the International Code Council.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile licensing applications can include multiple administrative items, the exam is a key step you can prepare for immediately. A practical path commonly looks like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm you need Class B:\u003c\/strong\u003e Class B is intended for demolition of buildings that fall within the Class B limits described by the City and the ICC bulletin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule the ICC 468_PA_PH exam:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICC Contractor\/Trades exams are administered through Pearson VUE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy using the listed references:\u003c\/strong\u003e Train both your understanding of requirements and your ability to locate them under time pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass the exam and retain documentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The City requires proof of successful completion for the named demolition supervisor as part of the application process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare your application package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia licensing steps include items like a license bond, proof of insurance, and role-specific documentation (such as OSHA 30 for a named demolition site safety manager), as described by the City.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis credential path is tied to \u003cstrong\u003ePhiladelphia\u003c\/strong\u003e demolition contractor licensing requirements. The City’s Demolition Contractor License information and application guidance describe requirements that include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof of successful completion of the Philadelphia Demolition Contractor Examination\u003c\/strong\u003e (Class A or Class B) for the named demolition supervisor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicense bond requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e (Class B requires a $10,000 license bond, per the City’s published requirements).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e (amounts and coverage categories are specified by the City and must be submitted on a certificate of liability insurance).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNamed demolition site safety manager documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, including proof of an approved OSHA 30 safety training course taken within five years of the application date and proof of employment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe City also states that the demolition exam must reference the current version of the Philadelphia Code and associated standards, or your application must be submitted within 12 months of successful completion of the exam. That means exam preparation and application timing should be treated as a coordinated plan—especially if you are working toward a license date for upcoming projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Building Code, 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA core building code reference used on the demolition exam for job assessment topics. It supports your understanding of construction basics, structural considerations, and code-driven responsibilities that affect demolition planning and evaluation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhiladelphia Building Code Amendments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA local-reference companion used to study Philadelphia-specific code provisions and amendments that affect demolition requirements, permitting expectations, and local administrative responsibilities. This is essential for candidates who want Philadelphia-focused preparation rather than relying on national code language alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) (Includes 1904)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSHA construction standards supporting both site preparation and demolition requirements. 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The City’s published Demolition Examination Study Guide also lists the same publication set and explains it may be brought to the testing site for reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 30 questions in 1.5 hours, you have an average of about three minutes per question. Because the exam is open book, your preparation should be built around two parallel goals: \u003cstrong\u003e(1) know the concepts\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e(2) know where to find the exact language quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the exam content outline as your study framework:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJob Assessment (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus on the ability to evaluate the scope of work and recognize conditions that impact how demolition should be planned. This is where code knowledge supports decision-making—understanding what must be considered before work begins and what conditions change the approach.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSite Preparation (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of the heaviest-weighted areas. Plan review, required notices, protective measures, and the documentation that supports a compliant demolition site frequently show up here. Your goal is to be comfortable locating site preparation requirements and safety expectations quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemolition (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudy the rules and safe work practices that control demolition operations. Questions in this area often test whether you understand proper sequencing, hazard controls, and responsibilities tied to demolition activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety carries major weight for a reason. Demolition has high consequences when hazards are missed or procedures are skipped. Use the OSHA standards to strengthen your understanding of compliance expectations and the kinds of requirements that must be followed on an active jobsite.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get the most value from a highlighted and tabbed set of books, study with purpose:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice “find and confirm” drills:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read a practice prompt, locate the governing section, confirm the detail, then explain it in your own words. This builds both navigation and comprehension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild a repeatable tab system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tabs work best when they match the way you think during an exam—job assessment, site prep, demolition operations, and safety. When a question hits, you should already know which tab family to reach for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon’t ignore OSHA structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candidates often lose time flipping through CFR parts without a plan. Train yourself to recognize where key topics live so you can land in the right place faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse timed review sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book is still timed. Run short, timed sets so you learn when to look up details and when to answer from trained understanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia also publishes a Demolition Examination Study Guide focused on Philadelphia Code provisions and local amendments. That guide is intended to help with demolition exam preparation and can be used at the testing site in a bound format. Using local study materials alongside OSHA standards and the IBC helps you prepare the way the exam is actually built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep supports your goal of becoming a licensed Philadelphia demolition contractor by helping you prepare in a structured, trade-focused way. Demolition exams aren’t only about memorization—they’re about applying requirements correctly and navigating references efficiently under time pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganized study guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare by content domain so your study time aligns with the exam weighting—especially the high-impact areas like site preparation and safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-focused review:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study expectations tied to real jobsite decisions: planning, compliance, hazard controls, and procedural responsibilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice-oriented preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Build speed with open-book style practice so you’re not learning navigation for the first time on exam day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference navigation support:\u003c\/strong\u003e A highlighted and tabbed system helps reduce wasted time searching, so you can focus on answering accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence-building structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walk in with a plan—know what to study, how to review it, and how to move through questions efficiently without getting stuck on one item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a preparation experience that helps you feel more in control: you understand the material, you know where to find it, and you’re ready to use your references effectively within the exam time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the ICC 468_PA_PH Philadelphia Demolition Class B exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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