DSA Masonry Special Inspector Exam

The exam will be updated to the 2019 CBC effective as of Sept. 1, 2022.
Published on August 01, 2022
in Certification , Construction , Inspection

The Division of the State Architect’s (DSA) Masonry Special Inspector examination content is now updated for the 2019 California Building Code (CBC). Examinations taking place on or after Sept.1, 2022, will include provisions on the 2019 CBC.

All masonry construction on projects under DSA jurisdiction requires continuous inspection by an appropriately qualified individual per the CBC and must be DSA-certified in masonry inspection. DSA Masonry Special Inspectors shall have knowledge of the building materials associated with masonry, shall read and interpret plans and specifications and must meet other qualification criteria.

For information about how to apply for the masonry inspector examination, prepare for the masonry examination or how to renew your masonry certification, please visit the Apply and Maintain Masonry Special Inspection webpage.

Please direct questions to the Project Inspector Program at (916) 443-9932 or at inspector@dgs.ca.gov.