ICC Commercial Building Inspector Practice Test

A gathering place for religious functions with an occupant load of 300 is classified as what type of occupancy?

1. Assembly Group A-1

2. Assembly Group A-2

3. Assembly Group A-3

4. Assembly Group A-4

The correct answer is: Assembly Group A-3

A gathering place for religious functions, such as a church or place of worship, is classified as Assembly Group A-3 occupancy. This classification applies specifically to buildings used for assembly purposes that do not fit into the more specialized categories such as theaters or arenas. Group A-3 includes spaces for religious services, which are often characterized by a large audience gathered for worship. An occupant load of 300 indicates that the facility is designed for assembly use and can accommodate this number of people, reinforcing its classification as A-3. The other classifications under Assembly, such as A-1, A-2, and A-4, pertain to different types of assembly uses. For instance, A-1 typically refers to places with stages and fixed seats, such as theaters, while A-2 is more suited for spaces focused on food and drink consumption, like banquet halls. A-4 usually involves indoor sports and recreational activities. Thus, the nature of the gathering—principally religious functions—aligns distinctly with Assembly Group A-3.