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ACAA Example Test Questions- Version 1

The following example test questions have been developed by ACAA to assist members in their preparation to undertake the ACAA Accreditation Test. These questions may not included in the Accreditation Test but are similar in scope and layout to those in the test. The aim of this is to provide an opportunity for ACAA Associate members, who are eligible to undertake the Accreditation Test, to practice.

ACAA Members who provide their full name, ACAA membership number, email address and complete the 20 questions for the first time are eligible to count it towards 1CPD point. Please allow for approximately 20 minutes to complete the list of questions to simulate test conditions.

Upon completion of the test by Clicking the "SUBMIT" button. Contact Terry Osborn from ACAA for the answers if required.

Note: This example test paper is the copyright material of ACAA. Unauthorized use or distribution is prohibited.
1.What is the permissible encroachment for a wall cabinet in the circulation space for a unisex accessible toilet as per Clause 15 of AS1428.1-2009 ?(Required.)
2.Which of the Australian standards listed below provides specifications for use of domed buttons on handrails?(Required.)
3.The width of pathway to a bus stop is required to be-(Required.)
4.Why does AS2890.6 specify area dimensions for a parallel accessible space which is different from angled accessible parking space ?(Required.)
5.In which scenario will the lift concession apply under Access to Premises Standards ?(Required.)
6.Where is the term “adjustment” to assist a person with a disability frequently  used?(Required.)
7.Which of these Australian Standards is not referenced under the BCA?(Required.)
8.What is the minimum width of a curved ramp?(Required.)
9.A hotel has 150 sole occupancy units (bedrooms), how many accessible sole occupancy units are required?(Required.)
10.What is the minimum width of a bathroom when a toilet pan adjoins a two walled shower recess of 1160mm x 1100mm (assume a folding shower seat projects 150mm from the wall when closed)?(Required.)
11.What is the overall circulation area associated with a 1160mm x 1100mm three walled shower recess?(Required.)
12.Why is a washbasin permitted to encroach into doorway circulation spaces in a unisex accessible bathroom?(Required.)
13.What is the purpose of the Braille indicator button on signage?(Required.)
14.At a landing within a non-fire isolated stairway, where the landing has an overall length of 2000mm and includes a doorway, what is the minimum required treatment of warning TGSI’s?(Required.)
15.What is the minimum size of an allocated space for a wheelchair user under DSAPT?(Required.)
16.For a Class C level adaptable housing unit, what is the head height required for car parking spaces allocated to adaptable units ?(Required.)
17.For Livable Housing Silver level unit, what is the clear space required in front of the WC pan?(Required.)
18.What is the WC seat height required for an Ambulant Accessible toilet ?(Required.)
19.A composite discrete indicator with black infill and stainless steel surround would require the following luminance contrast to the background surface:(Required.)
20.What is the maximum height of a switch or door control to a door, where only a touch activation is required(Required.)
21.Please type in your Full name, ACAA membership number and email address if you would like to claim 1 CPD point for attempting the Practice Test for the first time.