Need help with ICC residential inspectors exam

[Inspectorlady]

Maybe you can help me?? I have been trying to find something that will help me pass my ICC Residential Electrical Inspector exam. I went the first time somewhat unprepared and got a 70, I needed a 75. I recently went to take it again and got a 57?? I felt I was prepared, I have flashcards from ICC and can get through most of them without a book. I also took a Code Calcs class that really helped with the math part of it. I was also taking the tests on Mike Holts site and getting 80's on it. I know this forum has mostly electricians, but I really need help!! The place I work for doesn't understand that I need training and it isn't going to be cheap, they just want me to go and take the test. They cannot understand that it is very difficult and expensive. Thanks to anyone that might be able to help me.

 

[raider1]

I have moved this post to it's own thread to help you get more views.

Chris

 

[ibew441dc]

Maybe you can help me?? ......

Hello InspectorLady, and WELCOME to the FORUM:smile:!

This site does have a lot of Electricians, but I would almost argue there is an equal amount of inspectors or wanna be inspectors that contribute.

Do you have the appropriate International Residential Code version? Do you have an appropriate NEC? Have you put tabs and highlighted your books? Have you contacted any Electrical Inspectors in your area? Obviously studying is absolutely necessary, however you will never remember everything. I suggest getting very familiar with the layout of both books, for example in the NEC do not overlook the importance of Article 90.

What kind of Electrical background do you have? Becoming an inspector, in my opinion, will be extremely difficult for one with little or no previous electrical experience.

 

[wbalsam1]

In the "For what it's worth" department, in my humble opinion, the two most important parts are the index and the definitions. Once you learn your way around the index, you'll be able to find with relative ease and speed those areas of the code that the question pertains to. And knowing terms as found in the definitions section will increase your chances of understanding the precision of the questions. :smile: Good luck.

 

[dcspector]

I really don't think that wannabe quote was really needed in post #3. That can be reversed as far as wannabe so called electricians as well. However, I personally would never post a comment as that on this or any other forum.:smile:

 

[celtic]

I really don't think that wannabe quote was really needed ....

I'm going to go out on a limb and ASSUME you have have never seen one of the multitude of "STV" posts. :smile:

 

[ibew441dc]

Your joking right???

Your joking right???

I really don't think that wannabe quote was really needed in post #3.

I really don't think the first sentence was really needed in post #5.:roll:

That can be reversed as far as wannabe so called electricians as well.

Your right about that one.

However, I personally would never post a comment as that on this or any other forum.:smile:

Good for you, you keep up the good work! You call them what ever you want!
I call it like I see it, If your not an Inspector and trying to be....your a Wannabe Inspector. If your not an Electrician and trying to be, your a Wannabe Electrician.

 

[dcspector]

Dan it sounded as if you were saying there are wannabe inspectors on this forum. The ones I know of are top notch professionals on this forum. No biggy have a great day....:smile:

 

[augie47]

As far as Dans' post: posting here is very much like the Code. The wording doesn't not always show the intent
As far as the exam: For what it;s worth, I agree with wbalsam1, become familiar with the index so you can find things and the definitions so you know exactly what is being asked. As an example the difference between groundED and groundING. Read the questions carefully and don't spend too much time on any one question.

 

[ibew441dc]

Dan it sounded as if you were saying there are wannabe inspectors on this forum. The ones I know of are top notch professionals on this forum. No biggy have a great day....:smile:

dcspector,:smile:

There are wannabe inspectors on this forum(good and bad)......I'm one of them, I have passed the ICC E2 exam, but IMO doesn't make me an inspector. The good ones know there limits and the bad ones don't. Just like the investment I made in becoming a solid Electrician, an inspector must do the same.....a piece of paper is a very small part.
I didn't mean any harm toward the pros, and I don't think most took it that way, but there are dangerous posers out there that pass an exam with no experience whatsoever.
And like you said.... the same is true for electricians, and I will add engineers, instructors, foreman, and apprentices(definitely apprentices:grin.....
It is like Augie47 said

posting here is very much like the Code. The wording doesn't not always show the intent

dcspector take care, and I'll see ya around on the forum:smile:

 

[dcspector]

Hey Dan I agree now that we have spoken. I am old school ( Computers not my forte ) 22 year electrician and an Inspector since 93 or something like that. I do agree and my motto is without at least 10 years valid wiring experience one cannot be an Inspector. How can a non trades person inspect a trades persons work.....I see your point now. Old people like me like to see peoples eyes when talking. That is why I am not very good on Forums.

 

[dcspector]

Dan I see you are 29 years young. I think maybe you should respect your elders and dump a bit of that ego.....thoughts?

 

[ibew441dc]

Dump the Ego!!! Not a chance!!!

Dump the Ego!!! Not a chance!!!

Dan I see you are 29 years young. I think maybe you should respect your elders and dump a bit of that ego.....thoughts?

Age is both a blessing and a curse.

Young guys lack experience, but are more open to new ideas.
Old guys have experience, but are less open to new ideas.

Young guys don't know what time it is, but want to.
Old guys know know what time it is, but don't want to.

Young guys can move fast and think slow.
Old guys can think fast and move slow.

Young guys want what the old guy has.
Old guys want what the young guy has.

The Young and the Old Guy in all of us are always at battle.

Me, 10 years under my belt, a number of certs, (x) amount of accomplishments,I think I'm somewhere in between....:wink::smile:

My motto is: Maintain the position of a student.(by this I mean to stay teachable)

Those are just a few of my thoughts.:grin:

 

[dcspector]

Dan it was great talking to you and you know I was kidding about the ego. You are very sharp and need more just like you in the trade. Talk soon.