{"product_id":"virginia-building-plans-examiner-icc-b3-books-courses-rental-package","title":"Virginia Building Plans Examiner (ICC - B3) - Books \u0026 Courses Rental Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eVirginia Building Plans Examiner (ICC - B3) - Books \u0026amp; Courses Rental Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virginia Building Plans Examiner (ICC - B3) - Books \u0026amp; Courses Rental Package is designed for candidates preparing for the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam using ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, the 2021 International Building Code, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. This package combines rental access to the listed references with course access, giving candidates a structured way to study commercial building plan review requirements, build code navigation skills, and prepare for the open book exam format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rental package is built for candidates who want the required building code, concrete, and structural reference materials for exam preparation without purchasing the books outright. The included course access helps organize preparation around the major plan review topics tested on the ICC B3 exam, while the rental books allow candidates to practice using the same references throughout their study routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package price is $890, with a deposit of $400, for a total of $1290. This package includes rental access to ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, the 2021 International Building Code, the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual, and 6 months of course access. Candidates preparing for this exam should become comfortable using each reference, locating plan review provisions quickly, and applying code language to submitted construction documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding plans examiners play an important role in the permitting and code enforcement process. Before commercial construction begins, a plans examiner reviews submitted construction documents to determine whether the proposed work complies with applicable building code requirements. This work may include reviewing occupancy classification, construction type, allowable height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, means of egress, accessibility, structural design information, special inspection requirements, foundation details, concrete provisions, wall assemblies, roof assemblies, and related construction documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam is a code-based certification exam. Candidates must be able to read a question, identify the plan-review issue being tested, locate the applicable section in the correct reference, and apply the requirement accurately. Commercial construction experience can help, but this exam requires more than field knowledge alone. Candidates need strong reference navigation skills, familiarity with commercial building code requirements, and the ability to work through code language under timed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virginia Building Plans Examiner (ICC - B3) - Books \u0026amp; Courses Rental Package is a practical option for Virginia building plans examiner candidates, code enforcement personnel, commercial building inspectors moving into plan review, building department staff, design review personnel, construction professionals, and tradespeople who want to strengthen their commercial building code knowledge. It can also help candidates who already understand construction but need a more organized approach to ICC-style plan review exam preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the B3 exam is open book, preparation should focus on learning the references as working tools. Candidates should understand the table of contents, chapter structure, definitions, indexes, tables, figures, notes, exceptions, and commonly tested plan review provisions. The goal is to build the ability to move from an exam question to the correct code requirement quickly and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRental Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRental Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Building Code, 2021.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRental Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021 ICC Concrete Manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 months of course access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $890.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e $400.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1290.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Course-based preparation focused on building plan review topics, building code navigation, structural provisions, concrete requirements, and exam-style review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam is a national certification exam offered by the International Code Council. It is associated with commercial building plan review and evaluates a candidate’s ability to review construction documents for compliance with the International Building Code and related referenced standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 exam is listed as an 80-question multiple-choice exam with a 3 1\/2-hour time limit. Candidates should expect questions that require code lookup, interpretation, table use, and practical application. The 2021 version of the exam is connected to the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMajor study areas for the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam include general administration, occupancy classification, types of construction, allowable height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, structural provisions, special inspections, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, public safety, and special construction. Candidates should be prepared to apply code requirements to submitted construction documents rather than simply recall isolated code facts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding plan review questions may require candidates to evaluate construction document information, determine occupancy classification, identify mixed occupancy conditions, review construction type, verify allowable height and area, check exterior wall requirements, evaluate fire-resistance-rated assemblies, review means of egress layouts, apply accessibility provisions, identify interior finish requirements, review structural information, evaluate foundation details, or apply concrete-related requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 International Building Code is the central reference for this exam. Candidates should study the book directly and become familiar with how commercial building provisions are arranged. Plan review questions may involve administration, occupancy classification, construction type, height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, structural requirements, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, and special construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACI 318-19 supports preparation for structural concrete requirements. Candidates should become familiar with concrete design and construction terminology, reinforcement provisions, concrete placement concepts, inspection-related concrete requirements, and the organization of the referenced standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 ICC Concrete Manual supports preparation by helping candidates connect concrete code requirements to plan review and inspection practice. It is useful for reviewing concrete materials, reinforcement, forms, placement, curing, testing, inspection responsibilities, and concrete-related construction conditions that may appear in building plan review questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam is an open book test. Candidates preparing for the 2021 version should study with the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Open book testing does not mean the exam is easy. It means candidates must know how to use the references efficiently, accurately, and under time pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an open book building plans examiner exam, speed and familiarity are essential. Candidates should be comfortable using the table of contents, definitions, chapter layout, indexes, tables, figures, notes, exceptions, and cross-references. Candidates should know where to look for administration, occupancy, construction type, height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection, egress, accessibility, structural provisions, special inspections, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, and special construction requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCode navigation should be part of every study session. Read the question carefully, identify the topic, choose the correct reference, locate the applicable section, and confirm the answer using the code language. This process should be practiced repeatedly before exam day so the books feel familiar and useful during the timed exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding plan review questions often include details that affect the answer. A question may depend on occupancy, construction type, building height, fire separation distance, opening protection, egress component, accessibility condition, structural material, concrete element, reinforcement detail, required special inspection, or submitted plan information. Careful reading and accurate reference lookup work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should also practice pacing. With 80 questions and a 3 1\/2-hour time limit, spending too long on one question can create pressure later in the exam. A practical approach is to answer the questions you can locate confidently, mark longer table-based or detail-heavy questions for review, and return to them after completing faster lookups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia code official certification is administered through the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Virginia Building Code Academy process. Candidates pursuing Building Plans Examiner certification should follow the state certification path for the applicable code enforcement role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia identifies Building Plans Examiner as a certification category within its code official certification framework. Candidates preparing through the ICC route use the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam as the exam component for building plan review certification. Candidates should also complete the required Virginia Building Code Academy training and submit the certification application required by the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe general Virginia certification process includes completing the applicable Virginia Building Code Academy coursework, passing the accepted examination, and submitting the completed certification application through the state process. Candidates should keep track of training records, exam records, application requirements, and any documentation required for their role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia’s certification process includes application timing requirements. Official positions such as Building Official, Fire Official, or Property Maintenance Official have a 12-month application timeframe from hire date, while technical assistants have an 18-month application timeframe from hire date. Candidates should keep their training, exam, and application steps organized so the certification process is completed within the applicable timeframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter certification, Virginia code officials are responsible for maintaining credentials through required training and continuing education. Building plans examiners should stay current with adopted code changes, plan review practices, and any mandatory training required by the state. Certification is an ongoing professional responsibility connected to the code enforcement role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis books and courses rental package supports the exam-preparation portion of the certification path. It provides the listed rental references and 6 months of course access so candidates can study building plan review topics in an organized way while building comfort with the required references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia Building Plans Examiner certification is part of the state’s code official certification structure. Candidates should complete the required Virginia Building Code Academy training, pass an accepted exam, and submit the certification application required by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding plans examiners in Virginia may review construction documents for commercial buildings and other regulated projects according to applicable adopted codes and local enforcement responsibilities. Their work may include reviewing building permit documents, architectural drawings, structural drawings, life safety plans, fire-resistance-rated construction details, accessibility information, means of egress layouts, foundation details, concrete information, special inspection schedules, and related specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plan review role requires careful attention to submitted construction documents, code provisions, occupancy information, construction type, height and area limits, fire-resistance-rated assemblies, egress components, accessibility details, structural notes, foundation design, concrete requirements, special inspection documentation, and correction records. A building plans examiner must be able to compare proposed work to applicable commercial building code requirements before construction begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia candidates preparing for the ICC B3 route should study the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual carefully while also following the state certification process. The exam supports the testing portion of the certification path, while Virginia DHCD and VBCA requirements govern training, application submission, and ongoing certification responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe structural concrete reference used to study reinforced concrete requirements, concrete construction terminology, reinforcement provisions, design-related provisions, and concrete-related code topics that may appear in building plan review questions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: International Building Code, 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe primary building code reference for the 2021 ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam. This code includes provisions for code administration, occupancy classification, construction type, height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection systems, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, structural requirements, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, and special construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: 2021 ICC Concrete Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA concrete-focused reference that supports building plan review preparation by helping candidates review concrete materials, reinforcement, formwork, placement, curing, testing, inspection responsibilities, and concrete construction practices connected to building code requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best preparation for the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam begins with direct use of the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Candidates should study from the same references used for exam preparation so the books become familiar before test day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by learning the structure of the International Building Code. Review the table of contents, definitions, chapter titles, key tables, figures, and index. Building plans examiner candidates should understand where to find administration, occupancy classification, types of construction, height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, structural design, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, and special construction provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral administration is a useful starting point. Candidates should understand permits, construction documents, alternative materials and methods, duties of the code official, special inspections, deferred submittals, and general plan review language. These provisions help connect exam questions to the actual role of a building plans examiner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccupancy classification and construction type should be studied carefully. Candidates should review occupancy groups, mixed occupancies, accessory occupancies, separated and nonseparated occupancies, types of construction, fire-resistance ratings, allowable height, allowable area, frontage increases, sprinkler increases, and related plan review conditions. These topics are commonly connected to building plan review questions because they influence many other code requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire-resistance-rated construction should receive focused review. Candidates should study fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers, horizontal assemblies, shaft enclosures, opening protection, penetrations, joints, fireblocking, draftstopping, and rated assembly documentation. Plan review questions may require candidates to determine whether the submitted details provide the required protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeans of egress is another major study area. Candidates should review occupant load, number of exits, exit access travel distance, common path of egress travel, dead ends, doors, corridors, stairs, ramps, handrails, guards, exit signs, emergency lighting, exits, and exit discharge. Egress questions often require candidates to use tables and apply requirements to a plan scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessibility provisions should be included in regular study. Candidates should review accessible routes, accessible entrances, parking, toilet and bathing rooms, drinking fountains, dwelling and sleeping units where applicable, reach ranges, clearances, and accessible means of egress where applicable. Plan review questions may require candidates to determine whether submitted layouts meet accessibility requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural provisions should be reviewed carefully. Candidates should become familiar with general structural design requirements, construction documents, load paths, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, special inspections, structural observation where applicable, and referenced standards. Building plans examiner questions may not require full engineering design, but candidates should be able to locate and apply code requirements connected to structural plan review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete preparation should include both ACI 318-19 and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Candidates should review reinforcement, cover, placement, consolidation, curing, formwork, testing, inspection responsibilities, construction joints, embedded items, slab details, columns, beams, walls, and foundations. Concrete questions may require candidates to use the building code, ACI 318-19, or the concrete manual depending on how the question is written.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoils and foundations should receive focused preparation. Candidates should study foundation design information, bearing, footings, foundation walls, slabs, frost protection where applicable, foundation drainage, concrete and masonry foundation provisions, retaining walls where applicable, and special inspection requirements. Plan review questions may ask whether submitted foundation information is complete or code compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior finishes, roof assemblies, public safety, and special construction topics should also be reviewed. Candidates should study finish classification, flame spread and smoke-developed indexes, roof covering classifications, roof drainage, safety glazing, safeguards during construction, special inspection provisions, temporary safeguards, and other safety-related requirements. These areas often appear as lookup questions that reward strong reference familiarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefinitions should be reviewed throughout preparation. Many exam questions turn on the exact meaning of a term. When a question uses words related to occupancy, story, fire area, fire separation distance, exit access, exit discharge, rated assembly, special inspection, concrete, reinforcement, approved construction documents, or plan review, definitions may help guide the correct answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included course access helps candidates organize their preparation. Instead of trying to study multiple references without a plan, candidates can work through study topics, review building plan review concepts, practice finding code sections, and build exam readiness through repeated exposure to the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the rental books actively during study. Practice locating sections by topic, using the indexes, reading surrounding code language, checking table notes, reviewing figures, and following cross-references. The books become more useful when they are part of regular study practice rather than something opened only near exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimed practice is one of the most important study habits. Since the B3 exam has 80 questions and a 3 1\/2-hour time limit, candidates should develop a pacing strategy. Practice answering questions under time pressure, mark longer table-based questions when needed, and return after completing faster questions. This helps build confidence and reduces exam-day stress.\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 helps candidates prepare for the Virginia Building Plans Examiner (ICC - B3) exam with organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation support, and access to the code books needed for study. For an open book building plan review exam, one of the most valuable skills a candidate can build is confidence using the required references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual can feel overwhelming when candidates first begin studying. A structured preparation approach helps break the material into manageable sections. Instead of trying to memorize entire books, candidates can focus on learning where information is located, how the references are organized, and how to apply requirements to building plan review questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rental book format gives candidates access to the listed references for their preparation period, while the course provides 6 months of course access. This combination helps support candidates who want physical references for navigation practice and a study structure for reviewing the exam content areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep’s approach focuses on realistic exam readiness. Candidates are encouraged to learn the code layout, review building plan review topics, practice reference navigation, understand submitted construction document conditions, review concrete-related requirements, and build confidence through repetition. This kind of preparation supports a clearer and more organized approach to the ICC B3 exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor building plans examiner candidates, preparation should include both construction knowledge and plan-review thinking. Candidates need to understand commercial construction, but they also need to know how code requirements appear on drawings, schedules, details, structural notes, specifications, accessibility layouts, egress plans, and submitted construction documents. 1 Exam Prep supports that process by helping candidates work through the required references in a more organized way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package does not guarantee an exam result, licensing approval, or certification outcome. It is a preparation resource designed to help candidates study more effectively, use the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual with greater confidence, and approach the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam with a clearer plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat books are included in this Virginia Building Plans Examiner rental package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes rental access to ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, the 2021 International Building Code, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package include course access?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This Books \u0026amp; Courses Rental Package includes 6 months of course access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the package price?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package price is $890.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs there a deposit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The deposit is $400.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the total cost?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total is $1290, including the $890 package price and the $400 deposit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam is an open book test. Candidates preparing for the 2021 version should study with the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the ICC B3 exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam is listed as an 80-question multiple-choice exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much time is allowed for the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC B3 exam has a 3 1\/2-hour time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat topics are covered on the ICC B3 exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMajor topics include general administration, occupancy classification, construction type, height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, structural provisions, special inspections, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, roof assemblies, public safety, and special construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes Virginia use the ICC B3 exam for Building Plans Examiner certification?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginia recognizes the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam within its code official certification framework for building plans examiner certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhy is ACI 318-19 included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACI 318-19 is included because structural concrete requirements can be part of building plan review preparation. Candidates should be prepared to work with concrete terminology, reinforcement requirements, construction provisions, and concrete-related code topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhy is the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 ICC Concrete Manual supports preparation for concrete-related building plan review topics, including reinforcement, formwork, placement, curing, testing, and inspection responsibilities connected to code requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow should I study for the ICC B3 Building Plans Examiner exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy directly from the 2021 International Building Code, ACI 318-19, and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. 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